GamingShogunRazer Launches Atrox Arcade Stick for Xbox 360
CARLSBAD, Calif. – May 16, 2013 – Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick for Xbox 360®, the final product following an extensive beta testing program. Tested by some of the world’s best pro-gamers and Fighting Game Community members all over the world, the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick is constructed with modders and tournament gamers in mind. Featuring premium quality Sanwa™ components, the 10 highly responsive buttons and a precision eight-way joystick allow gamers to strike instantly and surely, game after game, while maintaining peak performance and reliability. An extremely moddable controller,…
ROCCAT HIRO 3D Supremacy Surface Review
ROCCAT’s new HIRO 3D Supremacy Surface is a new mouse pad that brings a lot of style and attitude to bear. On the package is a disclaimer that the mouse pad is designed for mice up to 16800 dpi… This, despite the fact that even ROCCAT’s highest-end gaming mouse only goes up to 8200 dpi, is more of an advertisement which is meant to stress the product’s quality. ROCCAT has clearly put a lot of quality into this mouse pad, with a full silicone backside that prevents slipping to a nicely-textured mousing area with no-fray edges. At a spacious 13.8×9.8-inches…
Thrustmaster Unveils Ferrari GTE Wheel Add-On Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition
Rennes, May 2, 2013 — Thrustmaster is pleased to unveil its new add-on for the base of the famous T500RS* and the Ferrari F1 Wheel Integral T500*: the Ferrari GTE Wheel Add-On Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition, a detachable replica wheel of the world renowned car. The Thrustmaster Racing ecosystem continues to expand: The launch of this brand-new wheel is directly related to Thrustmaster’s initiative for developing a genuine racing ecosystem for hardcore fans: the heart of this unique environment revolves around the T500RS. The product range that Thrustmaster has consistently built up over time is composed of the Ferrari F1…
KontrolFreek Introduces Shields
ATLANTA – May 1, 2013: Customizing your favorite Xbox or PlayStation controller just got a lot easier. KontrolFreek, creators of the popular FPS Freek ®, Speed Freek ™ and other highly acclaimed performance gaming accessories, today formally introduced an affordable way for gamers to protect and customize their controllers without custom paint jobs or messy do-it-yourself projects. Available in seven original designs, KontrolFreek Shields not only look great, but also provide protection from scratches and the natural buildup of dirt and grime that occurs over hours of gaming. The controller skins are low-profile (3 mils thick), laminated vinyl graphics made from a patented 3M adhesive material that applies easily…
Thrustmaster Announces A-10C Flight Stick Solo
Rennes, April 18, 2013 — In order to respond to demand from the flight sim community, Thrustmaster is pleased to announce that it will now offer a standalone version of its A-10C attack aircraft flight stick replica. With the release of the HOTAS Warthog™ Flight Stick, owners of the HOTAS Cougar™ stick and flight sim fans in general will be able to get a taste of the incredible precision provided by the stick of the A-10C, the U.S. Air Force’s famous attack aircraft. It is a replica of the plane’s control stick designed by Thrustmaster – creator of the original…
Razer DeathAdder 2013 Review
Razer’s Death Adder gaming mouse has been a staple of the peripheral category for many years. In some ways, it is Razer’s modern-day Boomslang (For the young PC gamers out there, the Boomslang was Razer’s first “real” gaming mouse and was offered in both 1000 and 2000dpi flavors). For its 2013 iteration, Razer has once again tweaked and added to an already-proven platform and we have gotten our hands on one of the new DeathAdders to bring you this review. What’s new for 2013? First, Razer has coated the DeathAdder in a new, hard surface material. Instead of a rubberized body…
Razer Announces Naga Phone
Just in time for April, Razer has announced an update that will make all Razer Naga owners be able to use their gaming mice as phones too! Happy April Fool’s Day! From the Naga Phone Update Page: When gamers first got their hands on the Razer Naga, we received a ton of feedback: “This thing feels perfect in my hand” and “LOL look like phone.” As funny an observation as it is, that last bit got us thinking- The sensor on the Razer Naga is so precise that it detects the most minute changes in position via Doppler shift. Couldn’t…
ROCCAT and ORIGIN PC Team Up to Sell PC Gaming Peripherals
Hamburg – March 21, 2013 – German gaming peripherals manufacturer, ROCCAT Studios, and award-winning system integrator, ORIGIN PC, announce a partnership where ORIGIN will endorse and offer ROCCAT’s line high-end PC gaming peripherals with their “ORIGIN Recommended” stamp of approval. Now listed on ORIGIN PC’s sales configurator include ROCCAT’s Kone XTD, Kone Pure, Isku, and Isku FX. “After a little over a year in the US market, ROCCAT has solidified a strong presence in the PC gaming peripheral space,” explained René Korte, CEO and founder of ROCCAT™. “This collaboration reaffirms our dedication to helping US gamers dominate their game of choice…
Logitech Rolls Out New Gaming Line
NEWARK, Calif. — March 20, 2013 — Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) announced the new Logitech® G line, reflecting its new approach to PC gaming. The new lineup includes six redesigned mice and keyboard favorites and two new headsets. “With Logitech G, we put our passion for science to work for you,” said Ehtisham Rabbani, general manager of the Logitech gaming business group. “Just as gamers are compelled to beat levels, our engineers are compelled to test scientific theories. For close to 20 years the relentless pursuit of what’s next has been our game – and we’re pretty darn…
Razer Launches Megasoma 2 Gaming Surface
CARLSBAD, Calif. – March 19th, 2013 – Razer, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced the availability of the Razer Megasoma 2, a hybrid gaming mouse mat combining the stability and performance of a hard mat with the flexibility and comfort of a soft surface. The Razer Megasoma 2 is able to deliver the benefits of both hard and soft surfaces as a result of its silicon-based construction. Just like a hard mat, the silicon is taut and stable for consistent mousing performance and precise motion control. At the same time, the Razer Megasoma 2 is flexible like…
IRIScan Mouse Available Now
Delray Beach, Fla. – March 13, 2013 –I.R.I.S., a leading innovator in optical character recognition (OCR) software, is excited to announce the availability of their IRIScan Mouse, an all-in-one mouse scanner with OCR technology that converts text from scans into editable documents in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.). “IRIScan Mouse users can turn any printed documents into editable, digitized scans with a click of the mouse,” said Jean-Marc Fontaine, Director of Sales and Operations, Americas at I.R.I.S. “The IRIScan Mouse is the perfect solution for anyone looking for a simple way to scan anything into their computer. In just a few…
SteelSeries Releases New StarCraft II Gear
March 12, 2013 – You might be primed for the all-new action coming in StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm, but is your desktop ready to roll out? SteelSeries is pleased to announce asecond gaming mousepad design for Blizzard’s acclaimed RTS franchise. The high-quality cloth mousepad features the game’s protagonist, Sarah Kerrigan, in her newly regained human form. Featuring a brilliant color palette, a smooth-glide surface and a rubberized non-slip bottom, this new mousepad is an ideal addition to the desktop of any StarCraft II player. The SteelSeries QcK Heart of the Swarm Kerrigan Edition mousepad is available now on the…
Razer Launches League of Legends Branded Mouse and Surface
CARLBAD, Calif. – 5 March 2013 – Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced a partnership with Riot Games to produce official Collector’s Edition peripherals for League of Legends, the world’s premiere PC gaming title. As the only mouse on the planet optimized for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) gaming, the Razer Naga Hex features six large, mechanical thumb buttons and a custom League of Legends logo and detailed rune script on its scroll wheel. Gamers can pair the mouse with a League of Legends-branded Razer Goliathus mouse mat designed to enhance swift movements…
ROCCAT Unveils Kone Pure Color Editions to Celebrate Anniversary
Hamburg – March 4, 2013 – German gaming peripherals manufacturer, ROCCAT Studios, celebrates the fifth anniversary release of the Kone gaming mouse, by introducing the special limited edition Kone Pure Color. Kone has always been regarded for its outstanding performance and innovative design. The new mice come as a direct response to the expressed wishes of ROCCAT customers, with only a limited number of the special edition models being produced. “Users are often inquiring about colored versions of our products. With the Kone Pure Color we finally have the opportunity to comply with their requests,” explained René Korte, CEO and founder…