So it's legit after all. Not that there was much doubt to Logitech making a new drum kit for Guitar hero 5 (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii) though. Those who enjoy a good in-game rocking out might be interested in the drum kit, now that it has been confirmed to be for real.

Logitech has announced that its Classic Keyboard 200 is compatible with the Nintendo Wii home video game system. The full-sized USB keyboard is compatible with Wii systems running Wii menu version 3.1.

"Wii has infused the gaming community with tremendous new energy," said Bruce Lancaster, vice president of Logitech’s gaming business unit. "And the Logitech Classic Keyboard 200 adds value to the exciting Wii experience. Now consumers can enjoy the advantages of having a keyboard to help them manage their Wii Message Board and enter text in the Wii Internet Channel."

Keyboard support for the Nintendo Wii was first reported back in early August. Those wishing to get a Classic Keyboard 200 can purchase one for US$ 14.99. The keyboard is available in both the U.S. and Europe.

  

For UK's more hardcore racing game fans, we've got something you might be interested in. Playseat has just announced that they will now be marketing their Playseat Evolution chair for your local market. As compared to other gamer chairs you've probably encountered, this chair is built with the resident racer in mind, and currently hosts these features:

• Folding racing seat
• Fully adjustable oval piping steel construction
• Available in White or Black colour options
• Compatible with all major consoles are supported including: Playstation 2, Playstation 3, Wii, X-Box, X-Box 360 and PC
• Compatible with all electronic steering wheels and pedals including the new Logitech G25 (gearshift holder required - see image above right)
• Other accessories available
  

Interestingly, Playseat Evolution is also a sponsor of the Dutch A1 racing team. In fact, the chair has been tested by all of the team's drivers. The chair currently retails for £ 239 (US$ 326.50).

And with "real soon," we mean August 15, 2007. An official press release just made available recently had Disney Interactive Studios announcing two separate titles - with one coming to the Nintendo Wii and Sony PS2, and another to the Nintendo DS handheld - probably as a pre-cursor to the launching of "High School Musical 2" coming later this year.

 

The Wii and PS2 will get High School Musical: Sing It!, a blend of the original "High School Musical" plot, theme, and songs, with some songs exclusive to the "High School Musical 2" movie. They have been confirmed to come with their own microphones in special packages priced at US$ 59.99 for a Wii Special Edition (coupled with a "High School Musical" branded microphone from Logitech) and US$ 49.99 for a PS2 bundle with mic or a plain US$ 39.99 without one.

ESRB rated "E" for Everyone, Sing It! will also feature a party mode where singing aspirants face-off against each other karaoke-style, while a story mode will nudge players through the plot of the movie and sing arrangements made popular by the Disney Original film.

High School Musical: Makin' the Cut is targeted for the DS and will revolve around a musical rhythm game that allows players to select characters from the movie or create their own. Also bundled with songs exclusive to "High School Musical 2" to total a whopping 12 songs, players can get to create their own music videos and share them with friends. The title is also ESRB rated "E" for Everyone, sporting a US$ 29.99 price tag.

The second day of E3's drawing to a close. Although things might have been significantly less hectic today compared to yesterday or two days ago, we're not letting up - as a matter of fact we refuse to let up (we're stubborn that way, yeah). We're still hoping for more groundbreaking news tidbits and/or announcements, but even if nothing that momentous drops, we're certain we won't be disappointed, what with all the bright, shiny and new stuff coming our way... :)

Here's what today brought us:


Our intrepid correspondents' own notes:
E3: Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection Impressions
Heavenly Sword - Hands On Impressions
E3: Guitar Hero 2 Impressions
E3 Eye Candy Part Deux: Booth Babe Upgrade and Video to Boot!
More E3 Eye Candy from the Floor!

Breaking news:
Capcom unveils Capcom Classics Collection Reloaded
Logitech delivers DriveFX realistic racing wheel
New Sony service as a tool for PS3
Final Fantasy goes to mobile phones
Swing your Wii!
Don't Expect Game Boy Evolution Anytime Soon
Peter Moore Responds to PS3 Pricing and Wii Philosophy
Wii WiFi to be Similar to DS
Iwata Talks Prices, Names, and Blogs

More of the list after the jump!