Battlefield 2 is still going, folks. EA/DICE has just rolled out Patch 1.50 Beta 2. Included in the new features list would be the addition of support for Windows Vista, Widescreen resolutions, and Novint Falcon controller.

The Novint Falcon, which looks looks like it should be on Mars searching for water or microscopic aliens, is actually a 3-D force-feedback game controller. The device can be pushed forward like a 2-D mouse. But it can also be moved up and down in space. This device is said to provide the most realistic interactivity by letting gamers feel weight, shape, texture, dimension, 3D motion, and force effects. In short, it's part-mouse, part-Wiimote, 100% mind-blowing.

It has been compared to the Wiimote and some even hailed it as superior to Nintendo's now famous device. That's the conservative hype. If you want the over-the-top review, we refer you to Millions of Us, a company dedicated to helping businesses harness the power of virtual worlds. It predicted the product "was going to change the way we all live in a fundamental and beautiful way."

Okay, so it doesn't have the sex appeal of the Wiimote. But nobody said the Wiimote "was going to change the way we all live," either. This game controller will be available in June for about US$ 239 (US$ 189 if you pre-order) and it comes bundled with the following:

• Limited Edition Novint Falcon Game Controller with custom center badge and exclusive design features
• Limited Edition Grip (detachable handle)
• Newton's Monkey Business Game - includes 24 microgames
• Free Game Download from Novint's Online Game Service (US$ 19.95 value)
• Lifetime Membership in Falcon First Club
• Priority news, discounts and access to user testing opportunities and other Falcon First features
• Limited Edition Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
• Free Standard Shipping within the Continental U.S. on all fully prepaid orders

See the game controller in action here. For pre-order information please click on the "Read" link below.