Razer Making Custom-Designed Peripherals for World of Tanks

By Ken Brown

Razer Making Custom-Designed Peripherals for World of Tanks

Company releases mouse and mouse mat combo stylized with design elements from Wargamings tank MMO action game

March 25, 2014:

World of Tanks - Razer DeathAdder

CARLSBAD, Calif. Razer, the world leader in entertainment devices and software, in partnership with Wargaming, the leading free-to-play MMO developer and publisher, today announced a new line-up of gaming peripherals for World of Tanks, featuring a customized Razer DeathAdder mouse and a World of Tanks Razer Goliathus mouse mat.

Were hyped to be officially supporting one of the fastest-growing titles in all of eSports in time for the World of Tanks Grand Finals in Warsaw, says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder, CEO and creative director. Wargaming is one of the most prestigious game developers, and releasing these custom-made peripherals for the event is a huge boon for millions of World of Tanks players all over the world.

The custom-designed Razer mouse will feature the well-known DeathAdder ergonomic design, replete with an aggressively orange illuminated World of Tanks logo. Virtual tank commanders will be able to pair the premium gaming device with a World of Tanks Razer Goliathus mouse mat, designed to provide the required surface for steady aim.

The first 20,000 units of both products include in-game bonus codes for World of Tanks, featuring the exclusive Pz. Kpfw. IV Hydraulic Tank, only available to World of Tanks Razer DeathAdder users.

Razer has the same attitude toward perfection that we strive for at Wargaming, says Victor Kislyi, Wargaming CEO. We aim to create the most realistic and engaging gaming experience, and Razer builds cutting-edge gaming devices for that purpose. When we decided to create dedicated peripherals for World of Tanks, we knew that Razer would be the perfect partner. We couldnt be happier with the outcome.

Razer also sponsors Odem Mortis and SIMP Gaming. The two tank squads coming to the Wargaming.net League Grand Finals prove time and again that success on the field of battle requires skill and the perfect gear for every situation.

About the World of Tanks Razer DeathAdder

The Razer DeathAdder was originally released in 2006 and is still the worlds best-selling gaming mouse to-date, used by countless eSports athletes on the circuit as their de facto gaming mouse. The new World of Tanks Razer DeathAdder packs the familiar power and performance, dressed in an exclusive, battle-ready design.

Price: USD79.99 / 79.99

Availability:

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Product features:

  • 6400dpi 4G optical sensor
  • Ergonomic right-handed design with textured rubber side grips
  • Five independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
  • Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
  • 1000 Hz Ultrapolling
  • On-the-fly sensitivity adjustment
  • Always-on mode
  • 200 in. per sec. and 50 G of acceleration
  • Zero-acoustic Ultraslick mouse feet
  • Gold-plated USB connector
  • Seven-foot, lightweight, braided fiber cable
  • Approximate size: 5.00 in. / 127 mm (length) x 2.76 in. / 70 mm (width) x 1.73 in. / 44 mm (height)
  • Approximate weight : 0.23 lbs. / 105 g
  • First 20,000 units include exclusive in-game code for Pz. Kpfw. IV Hydraulic Tank and garage slot

For more information about the World of Tanks Razer DeathAdder, please visit: http://www.razerzone.com/licensed-and-team-peripherals/world-of-tanks-razer-deathadder

About the World of Tanks Razer Goliathus mouse mat

Engineered to exceed the exacting demands of the worlds top professional gamers, the World of Tanks Razer Goliathus is now better and stronger with an anti-fraying stitched frame for extended durability. Retaining its slick speed-enhancing surface that blends high acceleration with razor-sharp responsiveness and unyielding control, the competition-grade Razer Goliathus perfectly balances glide and resistance suitable for all play styles and mouse sensitivity setups.

Price: USD19.99 / 19.99

Availability:

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Worldwide April 2014

Product features:

  • Slick cloth weave for unbridled speed and effortless control
  • Anti-fraying stitched frame extends mat durability
  • Pixel-precise targeting and tracking
  • Exclusive World of Tanks design
  • Rubber base for a secure grip on smooth surfaces
  • Medium size: 13.98 in. / 355 mm (length) x 10 in. / 254 mm (width) x 0.12 in. / 3 mm (height)
  • First 20,000 units include exclusive in-game code for 500 Gold and 3 Days Premium Access

For more information about the World of Tanks Razer Goliathus, please visit: http://www.razerzone.com/licensed-and-team-peripherals/world-of-tanks-razer-goliathus-speed-edition


About World of Tanks

World of Tanks is the first and only team-based, massively multiplayer online action game dedicated to armored warfare. Throw yourself into the epic tank battles of World War II with other steel cowboys all over the world. Your arsenal includes over 300 armored vehicles from United States, Germany, the Soviet Union, France, Great Britain, Japan and China, carefully detailed with historical accuracy.

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About Wargaming

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher and one of the leaders in the free-to-play MMO market. Founded as a privately held company in 1998, Wargaming has shipped more than 15 titles. Currently, Wargaming is focused on its team-based MMO war series dedicated to the mid-20th century warfare that will include the armored World of Tanks, the flight combat World of Warplanes, and the naval World of Warships. The three intertwined titles will form a common gaming universe integrated within the portal www.wargaming.net.

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About Razer

Razer is the world leader in devices and software platforms that enable, connect and entertain a worldwide community of electronic entertainment enthusiasts, 24/7.

With a rich history in gaming, music and design, Razers award-winning technology includes voice-over IP and other social applications and devices; programs for music production, performance and enjoyment; cloud-based solutions for customizing and enhancing computer systems and related product performance; and a wide array of groundbreaking laptops, tablets, audio products, hardware and accessories, and apparel.

Razer applies its design and engineering resources to develop products that support the on-the-go lifestyle inherent to its contemporary, global, technophile community, fulfilling their immediate wants and needs wherever they are. At Razer, everything it does resonates with the company credo: For Gamers. By Gamers. For more information, please visit www.razerzone.com/.