Mad Catz Universal MC2 user reviews

4.0 stars

"I sure like it" on June 7, 2007 by Emptyjar

Pros: Solid feel, Can adjust deadzone, can reprogam shifter and pedal, pedals are good

Cons: Weak vibration, only about 170 degrees of rotation before it stops

Summary: I like this wheel a lot, it's worked good for every racing game i've played with it. The vibration does work, but it's a bit weak when compared to controllers. Its really comfortable to use, when on my lap or on a little table. It's ability to adjust the deadzone area is a huge advantage, since other wheels i've use have no such feature. It's a good overall racing wheel.

2.0 stars

"Steering is Horrid" on April 10, 2006 by nelson photo

Pros: Pedals feel great, solid feel, sits in your lap very well, ease of setup, features

Cons: steering is sloppy

Summary: Keep in mind that I used this for GT4 only. It is not worth buying then returning. After adjusting the steering "dead zone" over and over I could not find a setting that was accurate enough to race with. Going from a corner to a straight was difficult, even with the steering "dead zone" at the best setting there was to much play in the wheel to find a good path on the straight a way...then if you try to pass, forget it. I tested it (or maybe it tested me) for about 5 hours before I gave up and returned it. I then purchased a Logitech Nascar wheel (see my review). If/when Madcatz fixes the steering problem this wheel will be great. Save yourself some trouble and buy a Logitech, the steering is great! I could go on about the Madcatz MC2 but it would be redundant...the steering is poor.

2.5 stars

"Not great, but no alternative" on January 26, 2005

Pros: If you want a shifter, theres no real alternative to this one. Aesthetically cool design

Cons: No way to clamp or bolt to table/ suction cups dont cut it. Too much play in the weel and springback crosses the y axis/ for example if you turn left and let go, the wheel springs back and turns right a little, which is annoying. All the good wheels are

3.0 stars

"Best wheel I've used (out of 2)" on January 17, 2005

Pros: Adjustable sensitivity Sits good in your lap Great pedals 2yrs, trouble free Re-Programmable button function

Cons: Doesn't remember sttings. Must be programmed once turned off.