Speedking

Speedking
Made for: Sega Master System
Manufacturer: Konix
Release Date RRP Code EU 1989

The Speedking is a joystick released by Konix which is compatible with the Sega Master System. It was also repackaged and released as the 500XJ by Epyx. Both controllers are identical, bar the slightly different branding.

The Speedking was developed for high performance gameplay though is a little awkward to hold. The left hand grips the undeneath of the unit and makes use of the fire buttons, while the right is used to control the joystick. There are no obvious improvements over a regular Master System control pad.

Variations of the unit were released for other consoles, including the NES.

Gallery

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  Speedking model

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  500XJ model

Promotional material

Print advert in ACE (UK) #7: "April 1988" (1988-xx-xx)
also published in:

• ACE (UK) #11: "August 1988" (1988-xx-xx)

Physical scans

Master System, (Speedking)
Cover

Master System, (Speedking) (alt)

Master System, (500XJ)
Cover