Customer Reviews
Best device for gamers. 
2008-04-21
I am a wow player and that device improves my game playing. It is a bit old but seems like still the best gaming pad. there isn't a 64 bit vista driver coming inside the box but , you can find unoffical drivers over internet.
When will they turn it into an all in one? 
2008-04-20
I use this product to play Shadowbane on a Vista comp and have no problems at all.
I'm a woman and have little hands but I find it very comfortable.
However, here is my issue:
I have to use this with my left hand and my mouse with my right hand at the same time(to run). This is a serious pain.
I saw that a new model was coming and an got all excited only to have my dreams dashed upon seeing that they still haven't made to OBVIOUS change- make it for the right hand and put in a mouse ball instead of the direction pad. I know a lot of people don't use their mouse to run but I certainly can't figure out how not to (maybe it's just a Shadowbane thing) but certainly they can make one with and one without the mouse ball so there is something for everyone. Surely my husband and I aren't the only two people in the world to think this the way to go?
Changes the way you play! Awesome for FPS! 
2008-04-07
Just a quick review: I got this pad to use for FPS (Battlefield, COD, etc) and it completely changes the way you play! Fully programmable with macros and everything! Basically, I can do all of the game functions without having to move my hand. The comfortable wrist rest also greatly reduces strain on my wrist which is a definite plus.
Great item, minor criticisms. 2008-03-31
Belkin Nostromo Speedpad n52
I've had this a few weeks now and I enjoy it greatly. The software is excellent and the macro ability is versatile. I only wish that the thumb button was easier to depress as if you are excited and use this button you'll find yourself pushing your gamepad across your desk. The ergonomics could be tweeked a little too, either make the hand rest adjustable or have it come out a little further, as it stands fatigue can set in after a long session. Finally I wish that there was a way in the macro software to capture mouse movements as well, but all in all, this product is amazing and a definite advantage for any gaming session.
For more than games 2008-03-29
We got several of these for the office. It really saves time when working with Excel, Powerpoint, Word, SPSS, and ArcGIS. I use A LOT of hot keys to get my work done so this make my work so much faster by allowing me to program multiple keystrokes per key.
I am able to set the keys to work with Explorer.exe so the pad works globally then set each color profile (4 total) to a specific application that I can cycle through.
The only way this could be better is another version for the right hand that has a ball mouse instead of a pad that could be used in tandem with the one on the left.
The only issues I have noticed is the pad will occasionally switch out of a profile for some reason. Probably has to do with setting it to Exporer.exe, however, it is easy enough to cycle through the color profile.
Not Compatible With Mac OS X Leopard 2008-07-08
While I greatly enjoyed this product and used it heavily for World of Warcraft, it is not compatible with Mac OS X Leopard (10.5.4). I recently switched over from Windows XP Pro, and tried to install the old software onto the new Mac system. The install was successful, and the software opens, but it won't accept programming instructions for the device.The N52 SpeedPad retains the default WASD settings, but the shift, round button, 8-way hat, and wheel don't function.
My only gripe with the controller was that it didn't have that 'clickey' feel that I love in keyboards... another layer of tactile feedback would have been perfect for this device. However, it was a minor beef, and I still highly recommend it for all you Windows users. Abilities become second nature, and it radically speeds up your gameplay, once you get used to it (which is quickly).
Looks like I will be upgrading to the Tournament version as soon as the 60$ comes my way.
Get one. You won't regret it.
Peace.
Great device 2008-07-02
I've owned one of these for about a year now and they are great. There is a period where you have to learn to use it, and you will suck while you are getting used to the controls. Once you do you will notice it's a lot easier to game with it than a keyboard.
Once you get all the keys mapped and you learn to love the configuration swapping (the round orange button) you'll be fragging like crazy. Note: it is a little stiff in the beginning but after a month or so of usage it loosens up a bit.
Worthless for me 2008-06-30
Worthless for me, do not have enough functions. Any game i play required F buttons. This thing dont have them.
Cheap build quality and WOFTM. I couldn't even give it away! 
2008-06-19
I'm a videon game noob' and i ordered this to help with shooter games and the like. Sadly im still a noob' no thanks to this keypad.
Pros-none really. I think if u want a key pad with easy key access a z-board may be your best bet.
Cons-Build quality is cheap and some of the buttons on the side such as the big orange one, the direction pad and "thumb" button are reminiscant of the type of thing you'd get on one of these budget joysticks K-Mart sold in the 80's. They're really clunky and you have to press firmly for any sort response. The keys are pretty flat and unresponsive as well. Theres also no weight to this thing so it would move accross the table if you weren't careful. Call me old skool but i like my gear sturdy and heavy. Imagine a brick without the weight (this thing is too light even as a paperweight!)
All in all I found that the pad was fiddly and tried to cram too much into a small space at the expense of ease of function. A poor concept really given the complexity of games these days and even if the design was improved the poor Belkin manufacturing quality would ruin it. I Think i used this thing for about 2 weeks before I stored it in a box in cupboard where it has remained to this day 18 months later....
very pleased with this product 2008-04-26
great product. it's very easy to apply to the game and install.
very comfortable on a grip.
highly recommended.
