Mad Catz confirms that it will develop products for Xbox One for “passionate gamers”

Earlier this month we reported that Turtle Beach would be designing an new line of products for the newly announced Xbox One from Microsoft, now we can confirm that Mad Catz will also be developing a new line for the highly anticipated console. Here are the details.
 
Mad Catz Interactive (NYSE MKT: MCZ) confirmed earlier today that it has already begun working with Microsoft Corporation on the development of next generation accessories for the Xbox One. “We are eagerly looking forward to the upcoming launch of the Xbox One and excited about the opportunity to develop a range of innovative products to support the platform,” said Darren Richardson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz Interactive, Inc.
 
The CEO went on to say, “The launch of the Xbox One adds a new revenue stream and the enhanced performance of the Xbox One opens up additional scope for innovation. Today’s announcement demonstrates our continued support of Microsoft’s console and entertainment business and is part of our long-term strategy to bring innovative products to passionate gamers.”
 
Gamers that will are eager to the pick up the console when it launches this fall will have plenty of options to choose from it seems. We will keep you updated when Mad Catz announces its official line-up. The Xbox One home entertainment system from Microsoft is expected to launch this holiday.