Logitech Gets Ready For VR, Acquires Saiteck For $13M

Logitech recently acquired the gaming peripheral maker Saiteck for a sweet $13 million deal. This puts the computer accessory provider in a position to take advantage of the emerging virtual reality gaming market, which is predicted to take off in the coming years.

Saiteck specializes in making peripherals used for controlling simulation games, Tech Times reports. With practically every analyst saying that the VR market is going to be huge, it’s reasonable to expect that Logitech would want to cash in too.

The company already has a pretty significant presence in the gaming market thanks to the mouse and keyboard innovations it has introduced over the years. Logitech also managed to provide every day, regular folks with reliable devices for work or personal use.

However, the company explains that there is a cult following for Saiteck products in the gaming market, especially among those who play games like the space-faring simulation “Elite: Dangerous” and “Star Citizen.” Seeing a potentially huge market for similar games that will be VR-enabled, Logitech indicated in an official statement that it plans to take full advantage of it.

“Whether you're into driving, flying or exploring space, there are fresh new titles available and more to come," the post reads. "Some of these titles are even VR enabled and we believe that dedicated controllers will stimulate and enhance the total VR experience."

Speaking of total VR experience, Saitek had been creating a custom controller for the game “Star Citizen.” The controller was meant to provide players with a truly immersive playing experience, putting them in the pilot’s seat when flying spaceships and the like. However, this project was initiated when the maker was still owned by Mad Catz.

Now that Saitek is with Logitech, the future of the custom controller is in question. Polygon tried to reach out to the company for information, but Logitech chose to be more general about its response.