Mad Catz announced a Marvel VS Capcom 2 (MvC2) Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition for the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 systems.

Compatible with the smash-hit Marvel VS Capcom 2 (available for download now on Xbox LIVE and PlayStation Network (PSN)) as well all other fighting games, the Arcade FightStick is being produced in close collaboration with Marvel and Capcom, and has been designed with never before seen artwork. The Arcade FightStick allows for kinetic gameplay which brings the arcade game to life.

Full product details are as follows:

Official Marvel VS Capcom 2 Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition – Xbox 360 and Playstation 3

Created to appeal to the serious fighting enthusiast, nothing brings the arcade experience closer to home than the Marvel VS Capcom 2 Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition.  Approved by Marvel and Capcom and presented in individually numbered ‘Collector’s Edition’ packaging, the Tournament Edition FightStick uses arcade quality components sourced by legendary Japanese arcade manufacturer Sanwa Denshi.  Featuring a Japanese style ball-handled joystick, 30mm Action Buttons and button placement matching the Vewlix arcade cabinet configuration, fighting fans will feel right at home.  The D-Pad Control Switch and Dual-Turbo functionally add twin levels of turbo control to any of the Action Buttons, enhancing the arcade experience for both new and seasoned players.  Complete with detailed touches such as screw on rubber feet for solid surface play, unobtrusive placement of the Start and Select/Back Buttons, a locking mechanism preventing accidental activation of turbo settings for tournament play and authentic Marvel VS Capcom 2 artwork, the Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition represents the best possible choice for gamers and comic book fans alike.

 The Mad Catz Marvel VS Capcom 2 Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition is expected to be available exclusively at U.S. GameStop stores, Capcom’s online store, and Mad Catz online store fall 2009.