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Pertarungan Mouse Gaming Ultralight: Uji Akurasi Sensor Optik, Bobot di Bawah 60 Gram, dan Daya Tahan Baterai
This article analyzes the trend towards ultralight gaming mice, weighing under 60 grams, which are favored in esports for their impact on reaction time and reduced fatigue. It details advancements in optical sensor accuracy, the evolution from honeycomb to solid shells, and the trade-offs between weight, battery life, and durability, particularly concerning high polling rates.
Call of Duty e-Sports Commentator Resigns After Pursuing Relationship With Co-Commentator's Ex-Wife
A prominent Call of Duty e-sports commentator has resigned from his position following allegations of pursuing a romantic relationship with his co-commentator's ex-wife. This incident has raised questions about professional conduct within the e-sports community.
Razer’s Wolverine V4 Controller Is Overkill For Most Gamers, And That’s The Point
Razer has launched the Wolverine V4, a high-end gaming controller for Xbox and PC featuring advanced capacitive contactless sensors for thumbsticks and an 8,000Hz polling rate for PC competitive play. While the controller offers extensive customization and performance enhancements, its full benefits are limited to PC due to Xbox hardware limitations.
Sac Gamers Expo 2026 Announces Gaming Tournament Line-Up
Sac Gamers Expo 2026 has announced its eSports line-up for the upcoming event. The announcement is expected to excite competitive gamers.
Blindfolded Tekken 8 Player Achieves One of the Game’s Top Ranks from Beginner
Professional Tekken 8 player SuperBrine has achieved the 'God of Destruction' rank using the character Alisa, all while playing blindfolded with a sleep mask. This remarkable feat is gaining significant attention online.
Metal desks nearly destroyed a Valorant tournament
The Valorant Champions tournament in Shanghai experienced significant disruptions due to interference issues with wireless gaming mice, reportedly caused by custom metal desks. Riot Games has mandated players switch to wired mice to resolve the problem, acknowledging that a round rollback should have been allowed in one instance. This technical issue has caused tech pauses and potentially impacted player performance.
Riot has "all sorts of smart reasons" to not make its League of Legends MMO, but Marc Merrill is confident it'll succeed
Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill discussed the company's approach to developing a League of Legends MMO, acknowledging the significant challenges and risks involved in the genre. He emphasized that the decision to proceed is driven by the deep existing fanbase and the desire to let players live in the established Runeterra world, despite market trends and development complexities.
Mulai 10 Jutaan Sampai Sultan: Pilihan Laptop Gaming Terbaik untuk Setiap Segmen Gamer
This article provides a comprehensive guide to choosing the best gaming laptop across different budget segments, from entry-level options around 10 million Rupiah to high-end 'sultan' models exceeding 30 million Rupiah. It highlights specific models from brands like Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, HP, and MSI, detailing their strengths for casual gamers, multimedia creators, and professional esports athletes, along with tips for maintaining laptop performance.
AOC jumps on the 1,000 Hz IPS gaming monitor bandwagon but this time with 0.1 ms pixel response
AOC has announced the AGON PRO AGP257FT, a 25-inch 1080p IPS gaming monitor featuring a 1,000 Hz refresh rate and a claimed 0.1 ms pixel response time. This new monitor, developed in collaboration with BOE, aims to compete with LG's offering and potentially improve motion clarity over other high-refresh-rate IPS panels. It is expected to launch in Q1 2027 with pricing yet to be determined.
Lillördag med FZ har premiär i kväll
FZ launches its new weekly stream, "Lillördag med FZ," featuring discussions on games, reviews, and industry news. The inaugural episode will include a segment on Ace Combat 8, a discussion about remakes, and the start of season 14 of FZ High Score.
True Damage returns for 2026's League of Legends Worlds anthem, and I'm very OK with it
Riot Games has announced that the virtual group True Damage will perform the 2026 League of Legends Worlds anthem, 'Know My Name.' The song will feature returning artists SOYEON, Coco Jones, Vic Mensa, and Sofia Reyes, celebrating the competitive spirit of the event. The anthem and its music video are set to release on October 8, with a live performance scheduled for November 14.
Could Manchester City’s Sanction Shenanigans Hit Popular Xbox Titles?
Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 out of 115 financial rule breaches, though sanctions have yet to be decided. This news raises questions about potential impacts on EA Sports titles like FC 28, particularly concerning player contracts and game updates if the club faces relegation or other significant penalties.
Delta Force's second anniversary update brings a 5v5 Detonation mode, with a new map to come
Delta Force is celebrating its second anniversary with a new 5v5 Detonation game mode, featuring attackers and defenders vying for control of explosive sites. The update also includes limited-time rewards, new Operator Archives content, and upcoming maps like Siege: Valkyrie built with Unreal Engine 5. The game's esports scene is also gearing up for a showcase at DreamHack Stockholm.
It may be controversial, but this 8,000Hz TMR controller doesn't feel as good as its original 1,000Hz model with vibration and wireless play
The GameSir Tarantula 8K controller, while featuring advanced TMR sticks and an 8K polling rate, is criticized for its lack of wireless play and vibration motors, making it feel less versatile than its original 1,000Hz model. The lightweight design and wired-only connectivity are seen as drawbacks for general use, though it may appeal to competitive PC players.
A pro CS2 player told me he ditched his Superstrike gaming mouse for the older Superlight 2 because it was…
A professional Counter-Strike 2 player has switched from the Logitech G Pro X Superstrike gaming mouse back to the older Superlight 2, citing inconsistency issues with the newer model. Despite the Superstrike's advanced features like the HITS system, its perceived front-weighted balance and inconsistent performance led the player to revert to a more familiar peripheral.
Celebrate Delta Force’s 2nd Anniversary With New Ways to Play, Exclusive Rewards, and More
Delta Force is celebrating its second anniversary with the launch of Season Reorientation, introducing new gameplay features, exclusive rewards, and a focus on player feedback. Game Director Shadow Guo highlighted changes aimed at improving the player experience, such as enhanced matchmaking, streamlined loadout systems, and new map content like Layali Grove 2.0 and Polaris Patrol. The anniversary celebration, starting September 26, will also feature daily tasks for limited-time tickets and new cosmetic items, alongside the continuation of its esports scene with RISE Series Season 2 and the Delta Force Invitational.
Logitech G just released an upgraded version of its 'revolutionary' 5-star gaming mouse — here's what makes the Pro X3 Superstrike better than its predecessor
Logitech G has released the Pro X3 Superstrike, an upgraded version of its Pro X2 Superstrike gaming mouse. Key improvements include better weight distribution based on esports pro feedback and a new chipset for enhanced power efficiency, offering over 135 hours of battery life. The new mouse also features an upgraded sensor supporting up to 48,000 DPI and comes with a slight price increase.
Counter-Strike 2 gets 3v3 Rush mode in new update
Valve has introduced a new 3v3 Rush mode to Counter-Strike 2, featuring fast-paced matches across randomly selected battle arenas. The update also includes leaderboards for players to compete for wins and bragging rights. Counter-Strike 2 continues to perform well since its 2023 launch.
Pokemon UNITE Making Big Change to Competitive Scene
Pokemon UNITE is launching its own major competitive event, the Aeos Crown 2027 competition, independent of the World Championship Series. The tournament will feature a $1 million USD prize pool, the largest in the game's history, with open online qualifiers beginning December 5, 2026, leading to an offline final in Tokyo on March 20-21, 2027.
Esports tournaments do it better in person
The author, attending a Counter-Strike 2 tournament at Logitech G Play in Warsaw, highlights the significant improvements in the live esports event experience compared to the past. Enhanced on-stage lighting and immersive audio contribute to an impressive in-person tournament atmosphere.
