TechPowerUp partners with Mad Catz and Koolatron to bring the Back2Kool Giveaway, to our readers in the United States and Canada. Up for grabs is a Koolatron Classic Coca-Cola mini fridge; a Koolatron Coca-Cola vending machine mini fridge that gives your gaming or game-streaming setup a cozy look. You can feed it not just soft-drinks, but also energy drinks and beer cans. Over to Mad Catz, and there are prizes galore, including a S.T.R.I.K.E. 6, a S.T.R.I.K.E. 11, a G.L.I.D.E. Speed (large), a G.L.I.D.E. Speed (X-large), an M.2.X racing wheel; and a C.A.T 17. The Giveaway has been up for the greater part of August, but entries close in 2 days. If you haven't dropped your hat in yet, hurry!

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TechPowerUp partnered with Mad Catz and personal refrigeration experts Koolatron to bring you the 2026 Back2Kool Giveaway, now into its second week. Our readers from the United States and Canada can stock up on some slick new gaming peripherals from Mad Catz, or personal drink fridges from Koolatron. This isn't a contest, but a Giveaway. All you have to do to sign in, is to fill up a short form, and increase your chances of winning by sharing the Giveaway across your socials.

Up for grabs are S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 and S.T.R.I.K.E. 11 keyboards, G.L.I.D.E. Speed (size L) and G.L.I.D.E. Speed (size XL) mousepads, M.2.X. racing wheel, and a C.A.T. 17, from Mad Catz, a leading designer of ergonomic gaming peripherals for professional gamers. But wait, there's more! Two lucky winners get a personal drinks fridge from Koolatron. One of these is a Coca-Cola mini fridge, and the other is a Coca-Cola vending machine, both of which could be great additions to your game streaming set.

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TechPowerUp partners with the iconic gaming peripherals brand, Mad Catz, and personal refrigeration experts Koolatron, to bring you the MEGA Back2Kool Giveaway. Open to our readers from the US and Canada, from today until the 30th of August; we celebrate the unique gaming lifestyle combination of expertly-designed gaming peripherals from Mad Catz, and drinks refigerators from Koolatron. Up for grabs is a Koolatron Classic Coca-Cola mini fridge; a Koolatron Coca-Cola vending machine mini fridge that gives your gaming or game-streaming setup a cozy look. You can feed it not just soft-drinks, but also energy drinks and beer cans.

Over to Mad Catz, and there are prizes galore, including a S.T.R.I.K.E. 6, a S.T.R.I.K.E. 11, a G.L.I.D.E. Speed (large), a G.L.I.D.E. Speed (X-large), an M.2.X racing wheel; and a C.A.T 17. The S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 is Mad Catz's popular 60% format gaming keyboard designed for snappy input in a highly portable form-factor. The S.T.R.I.K.E. 11 is a compacted 100-key keyboard that comes with roughly the size of TKL keyboard, but with a NUM pad. The G.L.I.D.E. series mousepads provide the perfect balance of speed and precision. The M.2.X is a precise, force-feedback racing wheel for competitive motorsport games. Winding things up, is the C.A.T. 17, a supremely customizable game controller for Xbox, Windows PCs, and PlayStations.

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Mad Catz showcased its gaming peripherals at Computex 2026 and among them were the new R.A.T. 7+ wireless gaming mouse alongside N.E.K.O. K.O. leverless arcade controller. The R.A.T. 7+ features the distinctive Mad Catz R.A.T adjustable design while adding tri-mode connectivity (wired USB, 2.4 GHz wireless, and Bluetooth 5.3). As a sidenote, Mad Catz's MMO 7 gaming mouse unveiled in January at CES features wired and 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity but lacks Bluetooth support, a feature that is available on the newer R.A.T. 7+. The mouse sports the PixArt PAW3395 sensor with up to 26,000 DPI, 13 programmable buttons, Shift Mode for up to 26 commands, a rechargeable battery and software-based customization. The mouse also supports Windows 11 Dynamic Lighting.

Mad Catz also introduced the N.E.K.O. K.O., a leverless arcade controller designed for fighting games. It features a 15-button layout with 14 swappable 20 mm buttons and one 25 mm button, hot-swappable low-profile linear mechanical switches, a key lock function, an anti-slip base and a DP/LS/RS mode switch. The controller is compatible with PC, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2 platforms.

Mad Catz brought their latest fleet of gaming peripherals and game controllers to the 2026 International CES. We begin our tour with the MMO 7, their latest enthusiast-segment gaming mouse suited for the MMORPG game genres, with a unique 22-button layout that includes 21 programmable inputs. It includes the Mad Catz innovated 5D button for multi-command inputs. There are both vertical and horizontal scroll wheels. A software application lets you reprogram all its buttons suited to your game. Its thumb and palm rests can be adjusted. The mouse supports both wired (the least latency) and 2.4 GHz RF wireless modes, there's no Bluetooth mode. Its internal rechargeable battery provides up to 40 hours of gameplay in wireless mode with the lighting off.

The Mad Catz STRAFE is a one-handed keypad suited that gives you 27 keys, including the all important WASD cluster. This is meant to be used left of your main keyboard, so you get a more ergonomic handle on those keys. It supports wired, 2.4 GHz RF, and Bluetooth connectivity. The keypad uses Hall effect key switches with 40 adjustable variable actuation points, and a tested durability of 100 million keystrokes. Much like the MMO 7, the STRAFE comes with a comprehensive software suite that lets you remap all its keys. The keypad comes with RGB lighting, and local storage for up to 5 key maps. With the lighting off, its internal battery provides up to 60 hours of gameplay in RF mode.

Mad Catz Global Limited, a leading innovator in ergonomic and highly customizable gaming hardware, today announced that the M.M.O. 7+ wireless gaming mouse is now shipping worldwide. Consumer availability will begin rolling out regionally, with preorders opening in select markets starting December 2025.

Built on the legacy of the award-winning M.M.O. 7 first introduced more than a decade ago, the new M.M.O. 7+ has been re-engineered to meet modern gaming standards. The redesigned model features enhancements based on extensive customer feedback, including reinforced and strengthened components and wireless capabilities, while retaining the intuitive and precise input controls that have made the M.M.O. 7 a fan favorite.

Mad Catz Global Limited, a leading innovator in gaming hardware, is pleased to announce the N.E.K.O. all-button arcade controller. N.E.K.O. is the first Mad Catz arcade controller designed in collaboration with FGC pro gamers and our core fans in the Japanese fighting game community. Incorporating professional and community-driven input at every stage of development, the N.E.K.O. offers players an arcade controller that delivers a competitive advantage.

Design Architecture & Advanced Ergonomics
In close consultation and collaboration with FGC professional and casual gamers in Japan, the N.E.K.O. was designed to deliver superior comfort and performance through an ergonomically positioned faceplate, additional and optimally placed programmable inputs, precisely calibrated weight and dimensions, an enhanced non-slip base, and precision-engineered buttons that allow for smooth transitions from button to button—ensuring combos hit effortlessly every time.

Following the excitement around the release of the latest PlayStation 5 Pro, Taiwanese gaming accessories brand Brook Gaming has introduced two new accessories designed specifically for PlayStation 5 games. These new products include the Wingman FGC 2 Converter, supporting over 150 wired controllers from the past 20 years, providing cross-platform and cross-generation compatibility for all PS5 games. Brook Gaming has also launched the latest in their renowned Brook Fighting series, the Gen-5X Series Fighting Boards, allowing players to customize their gaming experience to match their unique preferences.

Brook Gaming believes that "every gamer should be able to enjoy the fun of gaming in their own unique style." These new PlayStation 5 accessories empower players with complete control over their gaming experience, free to choose their preferred controllers and fight sticks.

Mad Catz, is announcing an extensive array of gaming hardware due for release in Q2 2022. Products to be released include the S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 gaming keyboard, the P.I.L.O.T. gaming headset series, the S.U.R.F. RGB mouse pad, the G.Y.R.A. gaming chair, the C.A.T. 9 game controller, and a new fight sick—the T.E. 3.

The S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 mechanical keyboard combines the space-saving convenience of the compact 60% form factor with extreme customization and functionality. Built for gamers, Mad Catz's mechanical switches provide for a precise linear actuation, last up to 80 million keystrokes, and can be hot-swapped to match your personal preference. The S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 also has powerful RGB illumination with 26 RGB effects including sound effect synchronization.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the leading innovator in gaming hardware, is excited to announce two DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) products - F.R.E.Q. DAC and DAC-L. Portable for mobile and laptops F.R.E.Q. DAC and DAC-L provide excellent convenience and immersive audio to gamers. Mad Catz F.R.E.Q. DAC is a complete Digital-to-Analog Converter with a convenient USB Type-C port that supports the latest mobile devices with exceptional portability. It features 4 EQ modes with an outstanding 7.1 surround sound to ensure an immersive musical experience. The user can enjoy the depth of music with a better gaming experience.

The built-in Hi-Res chip ensures high-quality sound performance. Up to 24-bit / 192 kHz lossless output maximizes the original sound quality of your mobile phones or gaming laptops. Moreover, the native 7.1 surround sound channel assures accurate positional audio while gaming. The ultra-immersive surround sound engages the gamers in playing for longer hours. Also, the intelligent EQ Modes allow you to switch to 4 different modes: Gaming/Music/Movie/Stereo by just clicking the button or sliding the touch bar.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the leading innovators in gaming hardware, are excited to announce a new gaming mouse, the B.A.T. 6+. Combining the elements of fast and powerful design, the truly ambidextrous gaming mouse offers the ultimate customizability and comfort, allowing every gamer to swap the side skirts and palm rests at will under each circumstance. Equipped with a high-end 16K DPI sensor and the 2ms response time of the DAKOTA switch, B.A.T. 6+ makes you become the mobile armory.

B.A.T. 6+'s design cues were inspired by spaceships, hypercars, and batmobiles. The side vents design was obtained from the speediest hypercar. This design prevents the gamer's hands from overheating during long hours of play. The B.A.T. 6+'s various sizes of swappable backplates and side skirts are all expertly engineered to accommodate grip, claw, or finger-tip styles of play, allowing for a personalized gaming experience that adapts seamlessly to different gaming situations.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the leading innovators in gaming hardware, are excited to announce the new R.A.T. DWS gaming mouse, a wireless gaming mouse from the beloved Mad Catz R.A.T. series. Equipped with the hyper-responsive 2 ms DAKOTA mechanical switch, diversified accessories, and a 16K high-end sensor, R.A.T. DWS achieves the ultimate performance, tracking ability, and longevity which other gaming mice can't compete with.

R.A.T. DWS is one of the most customizable wireless gaming mice in the market. Moreover, the additional modular accessories make every game easier to maneuver. Its adjustable palm rest and swappable pinkie rests can fit into every size of hands and accommodate all grip styles. These two sets of pinkie rests enhance the grip friction and prevent you from having discomfort from long hours of play. With the Mad Catz software, you can set up various advanced hotkeys and macros on each of the 14 buttons onto 4 on-board profiles by which every magic spell or melee skill can be mastered in the fight.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the leading innovators in gaming hardware, are excited to announce the new M.O.J.O. M1, a unique gaming mouse designed for those seeking a lightweight, high-performance mouse with a modern design.

The M.O.J.O. M1 is designed from the ground up to be the most comfortable and lightweight mouse possible. Using avian nest design concepts, Mad Catz has created a truly unique visual aesthetic whilst achieving a weight of just 70g. It's not just for looks either, the asymmetric hollow-pyramid design is able to accommodate both claw and palm grip styles. This means the M.O.J.O. M1 is the perfect partner for marathon gaming sessions, offering both comfort and lightweight precision for those flick-shot moments.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the leading innovators in gaming hardware, is excited to announce shipping of two new console products, the EGO Arcade FightStick and the C.A.T. 7 Controller, each boasting multi-format compatibility, stunning designs and a high-specification feature set.

Leading the charge is a triumphant return to fighting game controllers in the form of the EGO Arcade FightStick. Legendary for their dominance in the category, the EGO is a long-awaited return to a fan-favorite Mad Catz range.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the leading innovators in gaming hardware, is excited to announce that highly anticipated R.A.T. 8+ ADV high-performance mouse is now shipping. A flagship product in the R.A.T. range, the R.A.T. 8+ ADV features a wealth of uniquely customizable components and best-in-class technology designed for the competitive gamer and engineered to bring out the very best in gamers' abilities.

Featuring the top-of-the-range Pixart PMW 3389 PRO optical sensor, the R.A.T. 8+ ADV blows the competition away, able to perform at an extreme 20000 DPI with movement speeds of up to 400 inches per second, and 50G of acceleration. The R.A.T. 8+ ADV includes high-durability switches, providing a life expectancy of more than 60 million clicks, ensuring that your gaming mouse never lets you down in the heat of the battle.

Mad Catz has announced the shipping of the R.A.T. PRO X3 Supreme, a limited-edition gaming mouse designed to celebrate the current Year of the Rat.

A stunning addition to any enthusiast's collection, no expense has been spared in delivering a truly unique piece of gaming hardware designed to look, feel and perform at a premium level. Presented in specially created collectors packaging, the unboxing of the R.A.T. PRO X3 Supreme is an experience in itself, housing an array of interchangeable components, a high-quality Travel Case and of course the mouse itself, fashioned in a unique matte black and gold color scheme which is not only breath-taking to look at but designed with a highly tactile feel, ideal for those who appreciate a touch of luxury from their gaming hardware!

The F.R.E.Q.2 and F.R.E.Q.4 are engineered to provide professional grade sound quality and unparalleled comfort, giving gamers an immersive audio experience like no other. The launch of the new headsets marks to the first step in a plan to integrate the signature Mad Catz design across a broad range of best-in-class gaming audio solutions, designed to support the continued growth of the gaming audio category.

Powered-up for a new generation of gaming, the F.R.E.Q.2 is designed for comfort and tuned for gaming. Whether a competitive gamer looking to break into the esports scene or an everyday player, the F.R.E.Q. 2 has been engineered with gamer in mind. Individually tuned 40 mm Neodymium Drivers unearth every audio detail providing a next-in-class soundstage, allowing you to pinpoint team-mates and enemy movements with ease. With a simple 3.5 mm connection, the F.R.E.Q.2 is compatible with a range of formats including PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One as well as mobile and smart devices.

Mad Catz announced the shipping of their most advanced wireless mouse yet, the R.A.T.AIR. A flagship innovation in the evolution of the R.A.T. range, the R.A.T.AIR offers uncompromising wireless gameplay, thanks to cutting-edge electrical capacitor technology meaning no lag, no batteries and peerless performance.

Available to purchase today across select European territories, the R.A.T.AIR offers the ultimate solution for casual and competitive gamers alike. Comprised of two individual components, the R.A.T.AIR ships with the mouse itself as well as the innovative Activation Board. Plugging into the gamers' PC via USB, the Activation Board provides constant power to the mouse itself wirelessly, using best-in-class capacitor technology. Allowing the mouse to operate with no need for batteries, the Activision Board is so powerful, that the R.A.T.AIR even remains powered for a limited amount of time when lifted from the board itself, crucial for those who value 'lift-off' play. For those who steadfastly demand a wired connection, gamers can quickly unplug the connection to the Activation Board and directly connect the mouse to wired USB, offering a hybrid solution for all.

Mad Catz Global Limited, leading gaming hardware innovators for 30 years, announced today the limited edition R.A.T.8+ 1000 Optical Gaming Mouse, in celebration of the Company's 30th birthday. Proudly serving the gaming community for 30 years, Mad Catz has stood the test of time, embedded in the lives of players looking for quality, value and innovation in gaming hardware.

Marking the anniversary in a way that only Mad Catz can, the Company will be launching a commemorative R.A.T.8+ 1000 Optical Gaming Mouse, strictly limited to just 1000 units worldwide. The cutting-edge R.A.T.8+ is already a favorite amongst gamers looking for the winning edge, and this limited edition version comes complete with stunning, premium collector's packaging, designed to store the mouse and a host of accessories, displaying the R.A.T. in style when not in use.

Mad Catz Global Limited, leading gaming hardware innovators for nearly 30 years, announced an all-new line of S.T.R.I.K.E. professional gaming keyboards, including a S.T.R.I.K.E. with ultra-reliable mechanical keys, ideal for the Esports community. Expected to begin shipping from Spring 2019, the S.T.R.I.K.E. range is a perfect addition to the Company's recently announced range of G.L.I.D.E. gaming surfaces and R.A.T. mice., forming part of a complete PC eco-system. With two S.T.R.I.K.E. keyboards to choose from, gamers can pick the keyboard that suits their preference and budget.

Armed with Cherry mechanical switches, the S.T.R.I.K.E.4+ is the gamers' new secret weapon. Tested to withstand at least 50 million hits, the Cherry switches provide perfect travel and precision every time. With anti-ghosting featuring on every key, gamers can combine with the powerful F.L.U.X. software, which allows for staggering customization and control over every aspect of the keyboard including individual key lighting and control over the USB report rate. Chameleon RGB Lighting baths the keyboard in 16.8 million colors, fully adjustable and customizable via the F.L.U.X. software and creating a new standard in keyboard lighting.

Mad Catz Global Limited, leading gaming hardware innovators for nearly 30 years, today announced the shipping of an all-new range of R.A.T. mice, the first line of products to ship from the reborn Mad Catz Global. The first territories to receive the new line of mice will be Germany, Austria and France with the rest of Europe, North America and beyond receiving product shortly.

With a reputation built on first-rate adjustability and comfort, the multi-award winning R.A.T. mice return featuring cutting-edge sensor technology and a host of upgrades, supercharging the range for a modern gaming audience and utilizing the latest technology to provide gamers with a winning edge.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the new name for the leading innovators in gaming hardware for almost three decades, announced today an all-new range of R.A.T. gaming mice, serving as the first line of products to be released under the new company management and expected to begin shipping globally from Fall 2018. In addition to the new mice, Mad Catz Global are also expected to being shipping the E.S.Pro+ Gaming Earbuds, a new take on ultra-lightweight gaming audio in the same time frame.

The highly acclaimed, award-winning R.A.T. mice are renowned for their high levels of comfort and adjustability and the all-new R.A.T. line has been designed to build upon the proud lineage of hardware, adding cutting edge sensor technology, advanced features and RGB lighting to several of the mice.

Mad Catz Global Limited, the new owners of the legendary hardware brand, today announced that it has sold its TRITTON gaming audio brand, to Silkysea International Limited, a company based in California, USA. The assets sold by Mad Catz Global Limited includes specified trademarks valid in the USA, China, Hong Kong and Russia.

Lucian Lu, Executive Board of Directors for Mad Catz Global Limited commented, "Since announcing the return of the Mad Catz brand in January 2018, we have been overwhelmed with support from retail, distributors and the gaming community. We remain highly focused on exceeding expectations for the brand, and look forward to the imminent shipping of our first line of new Mad Catz products. As we put our combined efforts into growing the Mad Catz brand, we are pleased to find a buyer who can devote the time and resources needed to see the TRITTON line flourish and wish Silkysea International every good luck with their future TRITTON endevours."

Mad Catz Global Limited, the legendary brand, leading innovation in gaming hardware for almost three decades, announced today a surprise return to the international gaming scene. Less than a year after the much-loved brand disappeared from the gaming landscape, Mad Catz is back: under new management, with new ideas, new attitude and most importantly, an entire range of new, high-quality gaming products!

Known for their award-winning range of R.A.T. gaming mice, arcade FightSticks, gaming headsets and much more besides, the new Mad Catz will focus first on quality, committed to producing innovative gaming products, designed and engineered in-house to stand out amongst the competition and deliver superlative performance for gamers of all abilities. At CES 2018, Mad Catz will be previewing the first products in the new range, a line of all-new PC gaming hardware including new R.A.T. mice, S.T.R.I.K.E. keyboards, F.R.E.Q. gaming headsets and G.L.I.D.E. gaming surfaces.

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (the "Company") (OTC Pink:MCZAF) announced that, with the authorization and approval of its Board of Directors, it and its subsidiary, 1328158 Ontario Inc., made a voluntary assignment in bankruptcy on March 30, 2017, pursuant to the provisions of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (Canada). Pursuant to the assignment in bankruptcy, PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc. ("PWC") has been appointed as the trustee in bankruptcy of the Company's estate.

The Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Mad Catz, Inc., ceased operations and also has filed a voluntary petition for relief under chapter 7 of the United States Bankruptcy Code to initiate an orderly liquidation of the assets of the Company. In addition, certain of the Company's other subsidiaries have filed or will file for liquidation under comparable legislation in their countries of origin. The Company also announced that all of the directors and officers of the Company have resigned effective as March 30, 2017.