Sony Playstation Mouse
The PlayStation Mouse, released in 1994, was an input device for the original PlayStation console that allowed players to use a mouse for control in compatible games. It was a simple two-button mouse that plugged directly into the PlayStation’s controller port. The mouse was included with a mousepad featuring the PlayStation logo.
The PlayStation Mouse was compatible with a variety of games, primarily those that benefited from more precise aiming and cursor control. Here are some notable examples:
- Point-and-click adventure games: These were a natural fit for the mouse, with titles like Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars and Discworld Noir offering a more intuitive experience.
- Real-time strategy (RTS) games: Games like Warhammer: Dark Omen, Dune 2000, and Warzone 2100 were much easier to control with a mouse than with the standard PlayStation controller.
- Simulation games: Titles like SimCity 2000 and Theme Park benefited from the mouse’s precision for managing complex interfaces.
- First-person shooters (FPS): While not as common, some FPS games like Quake II and Alien Resurrection offered mouse support for aiming, although the experience wasn’t always ideal due to technical limitations.
It’s worth noting that the level of mouse support varied between games. Some titles made full use of the mouse for movement and aiming, while others only used it for menu navigation or specific in-game actions.
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Name/Variant | Sony Playstation Mouse |
Price | £19.99 |