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In amidst Sony’s latest firmware update, MCV has reported that a number of third party devices are rendered nonoperational.

Peripherals manufacturer MadCatz is the most effected and they are amongst the first to be outspoken about this problem.

“Over the last 24 hours, various media outlets have reported on issues gamers are experiencing after downloading and installing the new 3.50 firmware for their PS3 video game systems,” reads a statement from MadCatz to FileFront.

Mad Catz is also taking measures to ensure their devices, like their Street Fighter IV FightSticks and Wireless FightPads will continue to work. Owners of their products are asked to contact Mad Catz customer services department. Provided that the device is still within warranty, the company will offer a suitable replacement.

Mad Catz has also recently announced that their Rock Band controllers do function after update.

In response, Sony released a statement stating that they will look into the unintentional block of licensed accessories. The patch was originally intended to stop devices like PSJailbreak to enable the PS3 so it can play pirated games by preventing certain USB devices from working.

The problem seems to stem from older products that some stores may still carry. The current line, according to the statement, should work fine.

Article from Gamersyndrome.com

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