Razer HyperSense to Champion Next-Level Tactile Gaming Immersion by Powering an Ecosystem of Haptic Devices
Haptics in sync empower gamers to feel the experiences in-game all
around them
LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–lt;a href=”https://twitter.com/hashtag/Razer?src=hash” target=”_blank”gt;#Razerlt;/agt;–(CES 2019) – Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for
gamers, announced Razer HyperSense, an ecosystem of interconnected
haptic-powered gaming devices designed to deliver a cohesive and
high-fidelity haptics experience for superior gaming immersion.
Razer Co-Founder and CEO Min-Liang Tan said: “We are finally able to
feel what we see and hear all around using the gaming arena, sensing the
hiss of enemy fire or feeling the full bass of a monster’s growl. Much
like Razer Chroma where we have demonstrated the power of a connected
lighting system across gaming devices, Razer HyperSense syncs gaming
devices equipped with high-fidelity haptic motors to enhance immersion
in gaming.”
How Razer HyperSense Works:
Razer HyperSense takes advantage of each device’s position in a
traditional PC gaming setup to provide powerful 360-degree tactile
feedback and immersion that allows gamers to feel explosions on their
right, enemies approaching from behind or an incoming attack from the
front. It features advanced haptic technologies developed by Lofelt™,
SUBPAC™ and others.
Out of the box, Razer HyperSense intelligently triggers devices to
provide high-fidelity feedback based on positional audio or specific
sound cues like the impact of a hammer, firing of a rocket launcher or
the blowing of a gust of wind from the left to the right. This
combination of both environmental audio cues and more immediate sounds
around an in-game character will provide complete 360-degree immersion.
Like Razer Chroma, Razer HyperSense is capable of a more distinct and
powerful immersive experience via game developer integrations which tie
specific game events, audio queues and game mechanics to high-definition
haptics capable of reproducing a wider variety of vibrations than
conventional haptic devices for natural and lifelike feedback.
Razer is currently working with game developers for deeper integration
with the technology. Interested parties can contact: hypersensedeveloper@razer.com
“Razer HyperSense has tons of potential to increase immersion in
gaming,” said Tim Willits, Studio Director at id Software. “I recently
tried the Razer Nari Ultimate, and the added layer of tactile feedback
to positional sound made me feel even more engaged and aware of my
surroundings. I can’t wait to try an entire ecosystem of haptic enabled
devices working together to bring to life the world and action of video
games.”
A preview of Razer HyperSense can be experienced at CES 2019, delivered
also with positional audio powered by THX™ Spatial Audio. The setup will
include the Razer Nari Ultimate, the first wireless gaming headset from
Razer to feature Razer HyperSense as well as a mouse and wrist wrest
with haptics by Lofelt™ and a chair with haptics by SUBPAC™.
For more information on Razer HyperSense at CES 2019 please visit:
www.razer.com/Razer-hypersense-ces
For more information about the Razer Nari Ultimate and Razer HyperSense,
please visit:
www.razer.com/gaming-audio/razer-nari-ultimate
www.razer.com/nari-ultimate-hypersense
Video: http://rzr.to/FeelEveryBattle
ABOUT RAZER
Razer™ is the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers.
The triple-headed snake trademark of Razer is one of the most recognized
logos in the global gaming and esports communities. With a fan base that
spans every continent, the company has designed and built the world’s
largest gamer-focused ecosystem of hardware, software and services.
Razer’s award-winning hardware includes high-performance gaming
peripherals, Blade gaming laptops and the acclaimed Razer Phone.
Razer’s software platform, with over 50 million users, includes Razer
Synapse (an Internet of Things platform), Razer Chroma (a proprietary
RGB lighting technology system), and Razer Cortex (a game optimizer and
launcher).
In services, Razer Gold is one of the world’s largest virtual credit
services for gamers. Razer Pay is the e-wallet designed for youth and
millennials, and Razer Game Store is the only games download store that
offers rewards for gamers.
Founded in 2005 and dual-headquartered in San Francisco and Singapore,
Razer has 15 offices worldwide and is recognized as the leading brand
for gamers in the USA, Europe and China. Razer is listed on the Hong
Kong Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 1337).
ABOUT LOFELT
Lofelt is pioneering natural haptics for immersive user experiences in
consumer devices. The company develops intelligent software and wideband
haptic actuators that raise the standard for high-definition haptic
feedback.
Its latest product, Lofelt Wave™, uses advanced digital signal
processing to transform audio into high-resolution haptic signals in
real time, delivering realistic tactile sensations in headphones,
smartphones, laptops, gaming controllers and AR/VR/XR headsets.
Founded in 2014 in Berlin, Germany, Lofelt launched the Basslet haptic
wearable for immersive music listening in 2016.
The company has raised $6.7M in funding to this date, including
investment from Horizons Ventures (investors in N26, Skype, Slack,
Improbable, Teralytics and Zoom).
Learn more at lofelt.com.
ABOUT SUBPAC
Since 2013, SUBPAC has been the global leader in high-fidelity tactile
audio technology for music, gaming, automotive and media; transforming
traditional audio content into multi-sensory physical experiences.
Beyond haptics, SUBPAC’s proprietary customizable hardware and software
platform enables creators to unlock the power of bass frequencies and
optimize their content for a deeper audience connection.
With offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Montreal and London, SUBPAC
is powered by a team of key investors including Timbaland, Kyrie Irving,
Carmelo Anthony, Playground Global and Faurecia.
Visit www.subpac.com
for more information.
Razer – For Gamers. By Gamers.™
Contacts
Press Contacts:
Americas
Kevin
Allen
Kevin.Allen@razer.com
Alain Mazer, Global Director of Public Relations
Alain.Mazer@razer.com
Europe/Africa
Jan Horak
Jan.Horak@razer.com
China
Evita Zhang
Evita.Zhang@razer.com
Asia Pacific
Raymond Lau
Raymond.Lau@razer.com
