Credits: PDP, Bandai Namco

At the beginning of the year, Turtle Beach Corporation expanded its product lineup and profit potential by acquiring Performance Designed Products (PDP), also known for its innovative gaming accessories. Following the acquisition, Turtle Beach and PDP launched a limited-edition line of TEKKEN 8 Victrix Pro FS Arcade Fight Sticks. This exclusive collection features six unique designs for characters Jin, Kazuya, King, Law, Lili, and Xiaoyu, each with a distinct color scheme. The arcade fight sticks are compatible with PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Windows PC, available for $499.99 at www.victrixpro.com.

“Our Victrix Pro fight sticks have raised the standard for what gamers expect from a fully-featured fighting game controller,” said Trevor Lehr, Director of Product Management for PDP’s Victrix products at Turtle Beach Corporation. “We were excited to team up with our friends at Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. to create something special for dedicated TEKKEN fans.” Since 2017, the Victrix brand has been a key player in the fighting game community, collaborating with pro gamers to design advanced esports gear, including this year's special products celebrating the launch of TEKKEN 8. Published by Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., TEKKEN 8 brings the iconic fighting game franchise to the latest platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC via Steam.

The six TEKKEN 8 Victrix Pro FS Arcade Fight Sticks feature unique character art and limited-edition numbering, with each design serializing out of 300. Leading the fighting game accessories market, PDP’s Victrix fight sticks offer tournament-ready features like built-in carrying handles, cable organizers, and a foam lap pad for comfort during long tournaments. They also include an integrated 6.28° wrist slope to reduce fatigue, a control bar with a Tournament Lock Mode button, audio controls, lighting modes, the PS button, and other quick adjustment options. Players can easily switch between PS5, PS4, and Windows PC modes using the integrated Mode switch.

The TEKKEN 8 Victrix Pro FS Arcade Fight Sticks are designed for durability and customization. They have a sturdy shell made from aircraft-grade aluminum and anti-slip rubberized grips. A quick-access panel on the back allows gamers to easily modify and update their buttons and stick settings. The sticks come standard with authentic 30mm Sanwa Denshi buttons and a patented Link 2 detachable joystick on a Sanwa JLF base.

Additionally, gamers looking to take their TEKKEN 8 or other Victrix Pro FS Arcade Fight Stick on the go need look no further than the TEKKEN 8 Victrix Tournament Backpack. Designed for style, comfort, and fighting genre gamers’ unique traveling needs, the backpack is designed to fit a controller, fight stick, and more. It has a large, padded pocket; an internal, self-fastening headset strap; seven zipper compartments; and breathable, padded straps.

The exclusive Tekken 8 series at Victrix launched a few months ago, featuring the release of the Victrix Pro BFG controller from the so-called Rage Art Edition series. The Pro BFG Controller sets a new standard in PlayStation and PC gaming with its customizable options, allowing players to map functions and create unique button profiles for any game. Its modular design includes swappable modules and interchangeable parts.

Fight sticks, or arcade sticks, provide superior precision and control for executing complex moves in fighting games, thanks to their joystick and spacious button layout. This design allows players to use multiple fingers, distributing effort and reducing fatigue, which is beneficial during extended gameplay. They offer extensive customization options, enabling players to adjust controls to their preferences, an advantage crucial for competitive play. In contrast, regular gaming controllers, while versatile and lightweight, primarily rely on thumb movement, which leaves the other fingers in a half-bent position, resembling an eagle's claw, and means that even the lightweight design of the gamepad doesn't prevent fatigue over time, making them less ideal for esports gamer seeking ergonomic and durable solutions.

PDP is an industry leader and award-winning provider of high-quality licensed peripherals and accessories for all major video game platforms. PDP believes that design-forward, high-performance gear should be as unique and accessible as the gaming community itself. From beginner to professional, PDP’s product lines offer uncompromising performance and striking designs that transport gamers into seamless, immersive experiences where competition, connection, and personal expression are limitless. Victrix by PDP is purpose-built for esports athletes and enthusiasts looking for unmatched performance and competitive advantage. For over 25 years, PDP has been supplying video game peripherals and accessories to major retailers across the world, including retailers in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. 

About Turtle Beach Corporation

Turtle Beach Corporation is one of the world’s leading gaming accessory providers. The Company’s namesake Turtle Beach brand is known for designing best-selling gaming headsets, top-rated game controllers, award-winning PC gaming peripherals, and groundbreaking gaming simulation accessories. Innovation, first-to-market features, a broad range of products for all types of gamers, and top-rated customer support have made Turtle Beach a fan-favorite brand and the market leader in console gaming audio for over a decade. Turtle Beach Corporation acquired Performance Designed Products (PDP) in 2024.