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Razer Enters the World of Console Gaming with Plans to Develop Tournament Grade Wired Controller for
Xbox 360
CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 6 /PRNewswire-Asia- AsiaNet/ --
Razer, the world's leading manufacturer of high-end precision gaming and lifestyle peripherals, has announced
that they have received preliminary approval from Microsoft to develop the Razer Onza(TM) Professional Gaming
Controller for Xbox 360(R) and Razer is working towards approval of a licensed Razer Chimaera(TM) Professional
Gaming Headset for Xbox 360(R) designed specifically for the Xbox 360 gaming console.
"Just as we did for PC gamers, we are really looking forward to revolutionizing the world of console gaming by
creating a controller and gaming headset that gives console gamers the same level of quality, precision and
accuracy that they know and expect in our PC products," said Robert "Razerguy" Krakoff, president, Razer
USA. "This is a great opportunity for us to continue to give gamers the competitive edge by really listening and
responding to their needs."
Razer plans to develop the Onza Professional Gaming Controller for Xbox 360 and Chimaera Professional
Gaming Headset for Xbox 360 that will provide gamers with special features to enhance the Xbox 360 gaming
experience. The Razer Onza will feature Razer Hyperesponse(TM) buttons, analog sticks with customizable
tension and a programmable multi-function button (MFB). The Razer Chimaera is equipped with a 5.1 Channel
Virtual Surround sound system, a Daisy-Chain cable system and a circumaural design for optimum sound quality
and comfort. These releases promise to be an exciting new endeavour as Razer makes its much anticipated debut
into the world of console gaming.
Razer Onza Professional Gaming Controller for Xbox 360
The Razer Onza Professional Gaming Controller for Xbox 360 was created to improve the players Xbox 360
gaming experience with a series of special features, including Razer Hyperesponse(TM) buttons, designed to give
faster actuation and a crisp, tactile feel. The Razer Onza will allow gamers to vary the tension required to tilt the
analog stick for maximum comfort and customization bringing an element of personal preference to the world of
console gaming. Razer has also added a multi-function button (MFB) that can be mapped to act as one of the
action buttons, the analog stick buttons or an auto-fire button by using a sliding selector switch on the bottom of the
controller. The Razer Onza Professional Gaming Controller for Xbox 360 is further distinguished by a sharply-lit
edge, for gaming that stays in style, even in the dark.
Razer Onza Professional Gaming Controller for Xbox 360
MSRP: US $49.99
Razer Onza Professional Gaming Controller for Xbox 360 Features:
-- Razer Hyperesponse(TM) technology
-- Adjustable Tension Analog Sticks
-- Programmable Multi-function Button
-- Wired Control for Virtually Lag Free Gameplay
Razer Onza Professional Gaming Controller for Xbox 360
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AVAILABILITY: Worldwide
Razer Chimaera Professional Gaming Headset for Xbox 360
The Razer Chimaera Professional Gaming Headset for Xbox 360 is designed to provide sharp sound quality that
optimizes the gaming experience with crisp, roaring sound from a 5.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound system.
Although the majority of games are encoded with the full 5.1 surround sound, most gaming headsets are only
equipped to offer stereo-grade sound, while the Razer Chimaera offers the full range of sound, enhancing the
entire Xbox experience. A Daisy-Chain solution allows multiple Razer base stations to be connected to create a
direct, private communication channel for in-game team conversations. The circumaural design of the headset
allows for optimum noise isolation for long-hours of comfortable gameplay without any outside interruptions.
Razer Chimaera Professional Gaming Headset for Xbox 360
COST: US $129.99
Razer Chimaera Professional Gaming Headset for Xbox 360
-- 5.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
-- Circumaural Design
-- Daisy-Chain Cable System allows multiple base stations to connect for
private communication channel
Razer Chimaera Professional Gaming Headset for Xbox 360
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AVAILABILITY: Worldwide
About the Razer Group:
Press contacts:
Razer, Asia Pacific
Fiona Ng
Tel: +65-6505-2174
Email: Fiona.Ng@razerzone.com
SOURCE: Razer
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