EA Sports may be taking a different approach to the PC, but the publisher's commitment to the format overall is evident; a new deal signed with a peripheral manufacturer to create Sports branded controllers for the and 'mobile' devices.

Deals were signed with manufacturers Sakar, Sunflex and Accessories 4 Technology, the firms set to work alongside EA developing new peripherals linked to and fitness software.

"With our games, we always strive to deliver innovation, authenticity and fun. We see a tremendous opportunity with these partners to bring those qualities to life in unique and exciting new products for EA Sports," enthuses EA brand marketing boss Glenn Chin.

We're hoping for specific details on these peripherals soon.

By Luke Guttridge