Wiimote for PCs

Most of the times, PC gamers are left to fight their way through games armed only with their trusty mouse and keyboard. Sure, many PC games don’t require anything else, the problem arises only when you want to have some more fun with some other friends, playing on the same PC. Since everybody went crazy about the Wiimote, why shouldn’t PC gamers be able to use something similar with their rigs?

GoLive2, the independent gaming division of Playhut, Inc., came up with Stix, a new line of wireless, motion-sensing gaming controllers for the PC and Internet. The new controllers will allow PC gamers to play thousands of free Web-based games as well as Games for Windows titles with an active, motion-sensing play pattern. So PC gamers too can become more active, exercising and interacting with the digital world in a that was practically exclusive to Nintendo consoles.

"Stix will completely change the way people experience online and PC gaming," said Brian Zheng, President, Plahut. "At purchase, Stix will be compatible with thousands of free online and retail games, and we're adding more games to that list daily. The fun is endless with Stix, and the wide-range of free, supported games makes this product perfect for every member of the family."

GoLive2 will ready three Stix versions by launch time: Stix 100, Stix 200 and Stix 400. Stix 100 is a simple starter pack and aims to familiarize players with the basic commands. Stix 200 is specifically designed for casual gamers, adding active gameplay to 2D online gaming. Stix 400 is a more advanced version, being compatible with both 2D and 3D environments for the ultimate online and Games for Windows gaming experience.

No info about pricing, but be sure to check the GoLive2 website for more details.