| Price | Amazon |
| Release | August 6, 2020 |
| Compatibility | XSX / XB1 / PS4 / NS / PC |
| Dimensions | 15.8″ x 9.8″ x 5.2″ |
| Cable | 3 m |
| Weight | 7.72 lbs |
Black Edition
Quick Facts
- The joystick and buttons are Sanwa.
- The joystick features an octagonal gate.
- Turbo mode can be activated.
- Secondary buttons can be locked.
- This is a clone of the Dark Matter, DragonSlay Universal, GameSir C2, Gorilla Gaming Pro, LeEco LEGFS-201, and Sparkfox Universal.
Performance
Sanwa parts mean that the performance and durability of the Ego Arcade Fight Stick are on par. The eight-directional joystick facilitates movement, and the precise buttons complete the package. There is plenty of space for comfort, and the heavy weight & rubber feet provide stability. The menu lock prevents one from disrupting important matches by pausing and so on. On the PlayStation, for instance, you can avoid hitting the options button accidentally.
Hardware
This quality product is heavy, but that is justifiable since the parts are quite hefty. That said, the unit might be too heavy for some players. The spacious top panel needed the unit to be made bigger. As a result, it became heavier, but it is not a big concern. Actually, most would likely see it as a good thing, especially table players. The biggest bummer, though, is that you would need to connect the arcade stick to a native controller to play on consoles.
Appearance
Mad Catz gave us a new aesthetical design that has surely succeeded. Sophisticated geometric shapes engulfed in a warm color result in a piece of art that is to be remembered. There is enough nuance to add some spice to the design, but it is not overdone to the point of distracting you during play.
Carlos Martinez, our artist, can customize your Ego’s artwork. Check out one of his previous samples:
Conclusion
The Mad Catz Ego performs well due to its high quality parts despite the piggyback system.
- Strong performance
- High quality
- Quite weighty
- Heavy for some
- Need for controller
- Modding not easy
Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐