Bei der Überschrift wird schon ziemlich klar, dass es sich dabei eher was für die Rambo’s unter den Zockern handelt. CTA Digital bringt in Zusammenarbeit mit der US Army diverse Peripherie-Geräte für alle aktuellen Konsolen und den PC raus, zum Wohle der Nation natürlich. Dazu zählen u.A. das Elite Force Assault Rifle, das Sniper Action Rifle und das Universal Gaming Headset.
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CTA Digital Announces Partnership with U.S. ArmyTM
Gamers are now in Full Battle Rattle with official U.S. ArmyTM rifle controllers, backpacks and headsets from CTA Digital
Brooklyn, NY – CTA DigitalTM (http://ctadigital.com) today announced a partnership with the U.S. ArmyTM to manufacture U.S. ArmyTM branded video game accessories. Virtual soldiers on the video game battlefield can now take pride in Being Army StrongTM. Rifle controllers, backpacks and headsets with an authentic U.S. ArmyTM design are some of the many items that will soon be available.
“We’re proud and honored that the Army chose to work with us.” said Sol Markowitz, CEO at CTA DigitalTM, “We’re looking forward to a long and mutually beneficial partnership.”
Some of the peripherals will include:
U.S. ArmyTM Elite Force Assault Rifle for PlayStation 3 & Move
U.S. ArmyTM Commando Assault Rifle for PlayStation 3 & Move
U.S. ArmyTM Sniper Action Rifle for PlayStation Move
U.S. ArmyTM Universal Gaming Backpack for Wii, PS3, Xbox & Kinect
U.S. ArmyTM Universal Gaming Headset With 3D Effect for PS3, Xbox & PC
U.S. ArmyTM Bluetooth Throat Mic Headset for PS3 & PC
U.S. ArmyTM Throat Mic Headset for Xbox 360In keeping with CTA Digital’s successful line of battle gear accessories, new products will include two Assault Rifle controllers for PS3 that can operate like DualShock controllers. These controllers will have all the functions of the Dualshock mapped out on them, including the R1 button linked to the trigger. Positioning of buttons and thumb-sticks have also been adjusted in order to create a more comfortable gun for both right and left handed users. Both these rifles will be compatible with all popular PS3 first-person-shooters, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Call of Duty: Black Ops, Battlefield 3.
For Move players specifically, another gun accessory will be the U.S. ArmyTM Sniper Action Rifle for PlayStation Move, with which they can closely match their in-game weapons of choice by removing the detachable scope, rear stock or muzzle. This Sniper Rifle will be compatible with all Move titles, including Resistance 3, Killzone 3, Socom 4.
For gamers on the move, the three compartment U.S. ArmyTM Universal Gaming Backpack for all major game consoles will keep things organized and protected, and comes in a black army-camo design. Consoles will be sheltered in the cushioned main compartment, while pockets organize other gear.
U.S. ArmyTM style multi-player communication is now squared away with CTA’s new wired and wireless options. The U.S. ArmyTM Universal Gaming Headset with 3D Effect for PS3/XBOX/PC is compatible with all major systems, including PS3 Network, Xbox Live, PC, Macintosh, iPod and iPads. RCA piggyback cables, adjustable mike boom, 14′ cable, mute and game/chat volume controls make the universal headset an ideal solution for serious gamers.
The U.S. ArmyTM covert style throat mike headsets are available, wired for both Xbox and a Bluetooth version for PS3 and PC. The throat mike removes extra microphone noises while the in-ear speaker bud provides clear, crisp audio. Sensitive enough for whisper chatter in battle, these headsets are made for intense team coordination in games like Call of DutyTMand Gears of WarTM.
These U.S. ArmyTM licensed products from CTA Digital will soon be available at major retailers.
Wann die Geräte bei uns erscheinen und wie tief wir dazu in den Geldbeutel greifen müssen, steht noch völlig in den Sternen. Wir bleiben aber natürlich am Ball!
