Corsair recently released its latest wireless gaming mouse design for MMO – meet the Corsair Darkstar Wireless RGB MMO Gaming mouse. Its name sounds very cool and catchy, in my opinion. It features 15 programmable buttons, a six-button side cluster, a sub 1ms Slipstream Wireless connection or BT, Corsair’s Marksman 26,000 DPI optical sensor, and up to 80 hours of battery life. The Corsair Darkstar Wireless mouse is now available, and you can learn more details from the official news release below.
CORSAIR Launches New DARKSTAR WIRELESS Gaming Mouse – Expand the Possibilities
CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today introduced a new entry in its winning assortment of high-performance gaming mice: DARKSTAR WIRELESS. Made for excellence in any genre, this versatile wireless mouse reimagines the way gaming mice are designed, featuring a unique side button configuration that makes phenomenal attacks easy to execute. With DARKSTAR in hand, you can do more on the MMO battlefield and beyond.
With an astounding 15 programmable buttons, DARKSTAR puts all your spells and actions within easy reach, including a perfectly situated six-button side cluster that puts a half-dozen buttons around a central textured grip. Your thumb is now utilized for maximum effectiveness and control, while reducing strain during long gaming sessions.
DARKSTAR has the wireless connectivity options to let you play the way you want, without compromising speed or responsiveness. Experience 2,000Hz hyper-polling over sub-1ms SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS, or connect to a host of devices with versatile Bluetooth®. DARKSTAR’s long-lasting battery puts you in the game up to 80 hours at a time, and you can keep the battle going while you charge when plugged in via USB.
When you need to rely on your mouse against the strongest enemies, DARKSTAR is more than up to the task. Its ultra-accurate CORSAIR MARKSMAN 26,000 DPI optical sensor tracks every movement and mouse flick with pinpoint precision, and is customizable in single DPI steps. DARKSTAR comes armed with spring-loaded CORSAIR QUICKSTRIKE buttons, enabling you to click in rapid-fire succession without a millisecond’s delay, all registered on instantaneous optical switches.
High-level players need to program their mouse to their exact specifications, and players of any skill level want to program DARKSTAR’s amazing RGB. That’s where powerful CORSAIR iCUE software comes in. With the newly redesigned iCUE 5.0, you can personalize your mouse’s RGB lighting effects, set DPI, assign macros, surface calibrate the sensor, and more. Save your settings to five onboard profiles, for convenient access no matter where you’re playing.
With so many programmable buttons in a delightfully ergonomic design overflowing with RGB, DARKSTAR enables you to expand what’s possible in your games.
Corsair Darkstar Pricing and Availability
The CORSAIR DARKSTAR WIRELESS gaming mouse is available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized online retailers and distributors.
The CORSAIR DARKSTAR WIRELESS gaming mouse is backed by a two-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.
Corsair Darkstar Wireless RGB Mouse Specifications
Wireless Connectivity | Hyper-fast, sub-1ms 2.4GHz SLIPSTREAM CORSAIR WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY, Bluetooth® 4.2 + LE |
Sensor | CORSAIR MARKSMAN, 26000 DPI with 1 DPI resolution steps, 650 IPS tracking, up to 50G acceleration |
Programmable Buttons | 15 |
Onboard Profiles | 5 |
Backlight | 7-Zone RGB |
USB Report Rate | Up to 2,000Hz hyper-polling |
Battery Charging | Charges via USB to computer |
Battery Type | Built-in lithium-polymer, rechargeable |
Battery Life | 2.4GHz SLIPSTREAM: Up to 65hrs w/out backlighting Bluetooth: Up to 80hrs w/out backlighting |
Color | Black |
Mouse Feet | 100% Virgin Grade PTFE |
Wired Connectivity | USB 2.0 Type-A (Type-C to Type A cable) |
Cable | 1.8 m / 6 ft. |
iCUE (Software) | Supported |
Dimensions | 129.05(L) x 67.9(W) x 43.64(H) mm / 5.08(L) x 2.67(W) x 1.72 in(H) |
Weight (w/o cable and accessories) | 96g / 0.21 lbs. |