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WingMan Gamepad

Logitech · 1999 · PC Gamepad
A huge gamepad that's surprisingly comfortable, with software that actually does its job.
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About This Hardware

The Logitech WingMan Gamepad is a large PC game controller released in 1999. It connects via a standard 15-pin gameport and features an angled D-pad, nine face buttons (including Start and Select), and two trigger buttons on the shoulders. The gamepad measures 7.5 inches wide, 6 inches tall, and 2 inches thick, with a generous 8-foot cable. The underside features a textured, golf-ball-dimple grip for added comfort. Logitech's Profiler software allows per-game button mapping and automatically detects installed games; it also includes an internet-based updater. The WingMan Gamepad includes a limited version of Jazz Jackrabbit 2, a side-scrolling platformer by Epic MegaGames. The gamepad's pass-through port is designed specifically for other Logitech WingMan devices. Its large size and angled pad are intended to improve ergonomics, though the bright red D-pad and button color may not appeal to everyone.

Specifications
Connection15-pin gameport
Buttons9 face (including Start/Select) + 2 shoulder triggers
D-PadAngled, 8-way
Dimensions7.5 x 6 x 2 in
Cable Length8 ft
SoftwareLogitech Profiler with auto-update
Bundled GameJazz Jackrabbit 2 (limited edition)
GripTextured golf-ball dimples
Pass-throughLogitech WingMan devices only
Hardware Info
ManufacturerLogitech
CategoryPC Gamepad
Released1999
MSRP~$25 at launch
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Price
MSRP: ~$25 at launch
Notes & Warnings
The bright red D-pad and buttons look cheap to some, but the controller's functionality is solid. No centering bump on the lower buttons, which might bother players who rely on tactile feedback.