Via MarkMan’s Twiiter, Madcatz signed an agreement with MLG to produce branded competition gear. But the interesting line in the press release is that MadCatz will be an official sponsor of MLG. There are some interesting conspiracies that can be pulled out out this, so let me put on my tin foil hat.
- MadCatz bought Tritton not long ago. Was it a prerequisite for the MLG deal?
- Since MadCatz produces the Capcom Fightsticks, can MLG use this as leverage to get Street Fighter on the circuit?
- MadCatz has signed players like Daigo Umehara, will there be a Team MadCatz vs Team MLG battles?
- Will the agreement allow MadCatz to continue to support independent tournaments like MWC and Super NorCal?
- Can the independent scene be the breeding ground for MadCatz and MLG to scout new players?
There is a potential for major shifts in the competitive scene. Who knows how things will turn out post EVO season.
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