Microsoft's new SideWinder mouse
SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp. (MSFT.O: Quote, Profile , Research) said on Tuesday it plans to introduce a computer mouse designed for PC gaming, in an effort to capture a growing segment of the computer peripheral equipment market. Microsoft's new SideWinder mouse , which will target hard-core computer video game fans, allows nearly 5,000 different adjustable settings, including weight, materials and touch . The new mouse comes with a small liquid crystal display between the thumb and index finger to keep track of game functions and settings . Executives at Microsoft said computer gaming is growing rapidly and sales of mice catered to video game use has increased at a double-digit pace. Rivals Logitech and Razer Group also manufacture computer mice for video games. The SideWinder mouse will sell for $79.95 when it becomes available in October. Microsoft's Sidewinder mouse in an undated handout photo. Microsoft Corp. said on Tuesday it plans to introduce a computer mous