Matrox TripleHead2Go Review - Conclusions & The Future
As widescreen users we understand and appreciate the benefits of the extra view we have, and how it enhances our gaming experience. The TripleHead2Go only enhance this further. Yes there are some issues. But as it happens, they are (for the most part) the same issues that we have with games and "regular" widescreen gaming.
...I would buy nigh on every game that works in TripleHead just to try them out - that is how good this is!..."
I can’t wait to replay all the games I have that work with the TripleHead2Go, and can’t wait to find out what future games will work. As we all know there are one or two developers/publishers that seem to have an inability to think outside the 4x3 box, but I believe things are changing. With top games like Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, F.E.A.R and Half Life 2 happily working in widescreen, and now in surround with the TripleHead2Go, the “box thinkers” in the game dev/pub world must be feeling a little inadequate, or just plain lazy. We will just have to wait and see if they decide to accommodate us in the future.
I might buy games for my "regular" widescreen set up if the setup/hack isn't too involved. But, I would buy nigh on every game that works in TripleHead just to try them out - that is how good this is!
Matrox tells me that they are looking into the possibility of using this with widescreens - but there are no promises. Two 4:3 monitors on the sides and a widescreen in the middle would (for me, at least) be the ultimate and the best of both worlds.
Also, there are some issues with the maximum resolutions that ATI GPU’s can do but not having an ATI setup I was unable to test or look in to this. But, Nvidia cards (even in an SLi configuration) work without a hitch.
To it sum up …
The TripleHead2Go provides a unique and easy way to add multi-display capability to your system. The product simply connects to the external monitor connector of your computer so there are no parts to install, and no hardware or software is replaced. Plus, your TripleHead experience will only improve as you upgrade your GPU of choice. For the most stunning and immersive way to experience your games this is a must. Fore more information, click on the Matrox logo below.