STACK #265 November 2026

GAMING FEATURE

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JB EXCLUSIVE

FIRE VS. AURA

CHOOSE YOUR POWER!

The super-cool Razer | Pokémon collaborations continue this month with the arrival of Razer BlackShark V3 X Hyperspeed Wireless Esports Headsets in stunning Charizard and Lucario designs. Let’s check out the headset, and the two designs… Words Amy Flower What is it?

its pickup pattern focuses on your voice and reduces background noise, so your voice comes through cleanly and clearly. There’s a mute button with an LED indicator, plus mic monitoring (aka sidetone) that you can adjust using the roller under the right earcup, which is super-handy when you don’t want to shout over your game audio. Other controls on the cups are a volume wheel, power button, multi-function button, and mic mute, all offering quick access without having to dive into software.

any nagging doubts about whether your headset will go the distance with you. Here, you’re looking at up to 70 hours of battery life, which should be plenty for even the most hardened gamer. The BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed utilises USB-C charging, with quick-charge support that means roughly 15 minutes of charging gives around six hours of play. Who’s it for? If you’re a Pokémon fan on the hunt for a lightweight, wireless esports headset with positional audio, a detachable mic, and multi-platform support – all without making your savings account weep - then these special editions of the Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed hit a very sweet spot.

The Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed is an ultra-light, wireless esports headset that’s been designed for competitive play without an eyewatering price tag. It aims to deliver speedy and reliable wireless audio and clear comms, with snug comfort even in marathon gaming sessions. Design We’ve mentioned comfort, and weighing in at around 270 grams, the BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed feels pleasantly light on your head. The over-ear cups feature memory foam cushions wrapped in leatherette, while an adjustable headband lets you get the headset sitting just how you like it. The closed-back design keeps game audio in and ambient noise out, making it easier to stay in the zone when you’re playing. These special Pokémon editions offer two distinct and stylish options for fans. Team Charizard? Go for its fiery red, yellow, and black edition. Team Lucario? Then black and blue is the one for you! The sound The BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed packs in Razer TriForce 50mm Gen-2 drivers, which are tuned for clarity and positional accuracy. This means that the location of things like footsteps and reloads stand out more clearly. There’s also virtual 7.1 surround sound on PC via Razer Synapse, which expands the soundstage and helps with directional awareness. Razer’s boffins have focused on delivering detail and separation to the user’s ears rather than thunderous bass, which is just what you want for esports and fast-paced shooters. Be heard Handily, the 9.9mm Razer HyperClear cardioid boom mic is detachable for when you just want to listen. When chat is in order though,

Meet Charizard and Lucario Charizard The imposing dual-type Fire/Flying Pokémon Charizard blazes into battle as one of Pokémon’s most iconic heavyweights, a fiery dragon-like creature known for its soaring wings, fierce flames, and loyal spirit. Lucario Agile, loyal, and fiercely determined, dual-type Fighting/Steel Pokémon Lucario stands out as a sleek, steel-blue fighter with an aura-sensing gift, blending martial arts precision with mystical energy.

Getting connected Getting the BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed connected is a breeze. It supports 2.4 GHz Razer HyperSpeed wireless via an included dongle, Bluetooth, and USB. This means that it’ll play nice with PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and mobile. Another handy inclusion is SmartSwitch Dual Wireless, which lets you toggle between HyperSpeed and Bluetooth with a single button press, which is brilliant if you like to bounce between devices. The juice! When you’re playing, you don’t want to have

• Charizard and Lucario Razer BlackShark V3 X Hyperspeed Wireless Esports Headsets are available now

14 NOVEMBER 2026

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