STACK #187 May 2020

GAMING FEATURE

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If you’re up with your Aussie esports then you’ll know of the online AstroWarzone Invitational events that have been running since early April. Words Adam Colby

KEYBOARD Logitech G PRO X Mechanical Gaming Keyboard As every gamer knows, not all keyboards are equal. Sure, you might be able to clack out a few wins in simpler games on a bog-standard PC keyboard, but when it comes to the big competitive stuff, you want something built for action. The Logitech G Pro X fits that bill perfectly. It brings all the features, but in a compact, keypad-free form that makes it easy to transport – or plop on any small surface ready for play. It even has a detachable cable, allowing tangle-free wireless play. As for the keys, pick your poison. Whether you like things clicky or a bit more subtle, a choice of three swappable styles of internal switches means that you’re sure to find what’s right for you. There are also 12 programmable function key macros, and for that extra touch of funkiness there’s programmable RGB lighting, with onboard memory to store the perfect pattern for your next tournament.

P ut together by Astro and their esports team Mindfreak, the events have seen the biggest names in the APAC region battling it out with local content creators and the odd sporting big name for supremacy in Call of Duty: Warzone . It should come as no surprise that records have tumbled. So, do you reckon you’ve got the skills to take on the big players? Obviously having all the right gear is a good starting point. We’ve put together a handy shopping guide to have you armed with the very best in gaming tech in no time.

CONTROLLER Astro C40 TR When the difference between victory and defeat can come down to mere fractions of a second, you want a controller in your hands that you can totally rely on. The C40 TR Controller is a fully customisable beast, built to tackle anything that even the most serious gamer can throw at it, while offering features that a standard controller just can’t compete with.

Two units are available, one for the PS4 and PC, another for the Xbox. But what if you’re a PS4 competitor who prefers Xbox-styled offset analog sticks? No problem, as the C40 TR allows you to swap out stick and S-pad modules to suit your style. That’s just the start of the customisation, with the ability to play wired or wireless (with 12+ hours of charge), and change your stick tops and configure buttons your way – including extra triggers on the rear with adjustable travel for hair-trigger firing. Oh, and it all comes in a handy protective travel case.

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