I just got a Razer DeathAdder.

[FreedomEclipse]

Just been looking at the deathadder spec - its a nice mouse. but since ive spent a good 3 years or so on a Logitech G7, the ability to adjust DPI 'on the fly' is a great feature to have which gives me the edge no matter if i need the extra 'stability' for sniping or im running around like a maniac with a thompson on full auto & need to be able to hose a football field of people at the small flick of the wrist. no matter what i do - I will always have the best 'sensativity' for the job

 

[Sc1mitar]

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whoever says a "gaming mouse" doesnt give an advantage is a idiot.

deathadder,mx518,logitech Gseries(except for the wireless ones), and M$ inteli 3.0 are all good gaming mice

a good mousepad is crucial as well.

 

[DrPepper]

whoever says a "gaming mouse" doesnt give an advantage is a idiot.

It doesn't I kicked ass in bf2 with a ball mouse as well as I did with my two laser mice.

 

[RevengE]

I don't think it gives that big of an advantage..but I like them alot better than a crappy ball mouse I can tell you that much.

 

[troyrae360]

It doesn't I kicked ass in bf2 with a ball mouse as well as I did with my two laser mice.

Was your "laser" mouse, a gaming mouse? EG a razor or logitech G-series?

I just got a logitech G5 2008 model, it kicks ass!! ajustable weight, adjustable DPI(on the fly) that is fully custimizable too,
I looked at alot of other mice, the Razors were Nice, but for me the G5 felt the best in my hand.

 

[Fleck]

Just been looking at the deathadder spec - its a nice mouse. but since ive spent a good 3 years or so on a Logitech G7, the ability to adjust DPI 'on the fly' is a great feature to have which gives me the edge no matter if i need the extra 'stability' for sniping or im running around like a maniac with a thompson on full auto & need to be able to hose a football field of people at the small flick of the wrist. no matter what i do - I will always have the best 'sensativity' for the job

Well with the Razer you get that in software, I don't know yet but I think a key-combo or combined clicks can change between the 3 different sensitivity settings. I personally think it would just complicate my gaming because I do just fine with a UAV jammed silenced p90 class, just running up behind the enemy camps and landing multiple air strikes per game.

To give more details on why gaming mice like the Razer are better for gaming, first there's how easily and smoothly it moves over the pad. The IM3.0 was literally a strain on my wrist because it doesn't glide smoothly. Then, there's something way more intelligent than the IntelliMouse about it that knows what I'm trying to do and how fast/far I'm trying to move it. Lately even mouse gestures in Firefox are coming out closer to what my hand is actually doing. The accuracy and speed of most regular cheap mice and even the more expensive ones like the IM3.0 out there is garbage compared to a finely crafted, perfectly tuned gaming mouse. A real gamer will notice the difference. When I move the mouse while shooting at a moving target, it doesn't fail at tracking like the IM used to, so there.

 

[fenurch]

Truly - The only advantage you would get from a gaming mouse is high DPI or hotkeys but I personally wouldn't pay extra £30 for that. I got MX518 which I got for £20 and for now, it's great and I only love it because of the ergonomics.

 

[troyrae360]

Another advantage is the Report Rate, mines set at 1000 presecond

 

[AsRock]

I was using an IntelliMouse 3.0 before, which MS calls 'the choice for gamers'. LMAO. I always liked MS mouse over any others, but Razer has my heart now. I just finished my first round of COD4 with this mouse and OMFG I pwnt with such ease and fluidity that it's silly. I take back what I said about a mouse not raising someone's K/D. A professional, accurate gaming mouse is worth the money and way better than a regular mouse. I'm convinced.

I( don't like that one my self due to the side buttons however i use the Diamondback and 3 years upto now it lasted and been worth every penny. Took some time getting used to it but i would only replace it with another DB now

Got one for Christmas of 07. Died in March, weird problem.

Then got another one from RMA July, and it died because of the cord ripped from the USB part, bad manufactoring.

I'm on my third one from August, and it is still standing strong. But don't worry.

Ermm you cannot blame them for you or who ever ripping it out of the comp. Geez.

 

[fenurch]

Ermm you cannot blame them for you or who ever ripping it out of the comp. Geez.

They're designed to be ultra-sturdy and they can take "gaming abuse".

At least that's what they would say.

I'm not a razer hater but they shouldn't cost that much although they're at a pretty decent price atm.

 

[AsRock]

They're designed to be ultra-sturdy and they can take "gaming abuse".

At least that's what they would say.

I'm not a razer hater but they shouldn't cost that much although they're at a pretty decent price atm.

Getting ripped out of the USB port is not part of gaming. Just gets you shot .

 

[DrPepper]

Was your "laser" mouse, a gaming mouse? EG a razor or logitech G-series?

I just got a logitech G5 2008 model, it kicks ass!! ajustable weight, adjustable DPI(on the fly) that is fully custimizable too,
I looked at alot of other mice, the Razors were Nice, but for me the G5 felt the best in my hand.

I had a random logitech mouse and then got a Mx Revolution. Technology wise the MX destroys my other mice dpi etc wise but didn't improve my skill at all, why because a more expensive mouse doens't make you better at judging shots in a game. Just like football boots don't make you better at football.

 

[Fleck]

I had a random logitech mouse and then got a Mx Revolution. Technology wise the MX destroys my other mice dpi etc wise but didn't improve my skill at all, why because a more expensive mouse doens't make you better at judging shots in a game. Just like football boots don't make you better at football.

Judging those shots? No. Making it easier to aim and successfully take out the target by being more accurate? Yes--way yes! Like I said before, this mouse seems to much more easily and smoothly track my movement as I'm shooting a moving target. It also requires less force of my hand to glide across the pad.

 

[TechnicalFreak]

I currently have a Copperhead. First mouse ever (gaming type) I had was the BoomSlang. And that was awsome, for being a ball mouse. After that was another razer mouse (can't remember name). And now this one.
I also have the Lycosa keyboard, had to modify it a bit, since the backlight when "full" didn't perform so well. Just headed over to Razerblueprints and got the information from the site.

The thing I like the most about the mouse is the "on the fly sensitivity" feature, so I can adjust it according to whatever weapon I have in the game..

Great mouse, never had any problems with it what so ever.

 

[SK-1]

Judging those shots? No. Making it easier to aim and successfully take out the target by being more accurate? Yes--way yes!

Exactly Just another tool in the online gaming arsenal. Like I said, a quality mouse is like the steering on a car.

 

[DrPepper]

Exactly Just another tool in the online gaming arsenal. Like I said, a quality mouse is like the steering on a car.

No gaming mouses aren't better for gaming. You should get a mouse that your comfortable with and you will be better.

 

[Fleck]

No gaming mouses aren't better for gaming. You should get a mouse that your comfortable with and you will be better.

OK chief, obviously me and a bunch of people agree that a HIGH QUALITY mouse (not necessarily a 'gaming mouse') is always better than a plain old mouse. There IS a difference in the technologies used and some mice just are not as smooth or accurate. Our first hand experiences prove that. I liked the IntelliMouse 3.0 and all, just like I liked all my IMs before that, but have you even read my posts about how bulky it is and how it doesn't glide smoothly? It's like you don't care about the experiences and opinions of every gamer on the planet, you still think that everyone will play the same game no matter what mouse they're using. I just thought I'd let you know that you're wrong. Everyone should experiment with a high quality, high DPI mouse and see for themselves what it's like. Everyone's experience will vary.

 

[FreedomEclipse]

OK chief, obviously me and a bunch of people agree that a HIGH QUALITY mouse (not necessarily a 'gaming mouse') is always better than a plain old mouse. There IS a difference in the technologies used and some mice just are not as smooth or accurate. Our first hand experiences prove that. I liked the IntelliMouse 3.0 and all, just like I liked all my IMs before that, but have you even read my posts about how bulky it is and how it doesn't glide smoothly? It's like you don't care about the experiences and opinions of every gamer on the planet, you still think that everyone will play the same game no matter what mouse they're using. I just thought I'd let you know that you're wrong. Everyone should experiment with a high quality, high DPI mouse and see for themselves what it's like. Everyone's experience will vary.

I would NEVER go back to a normal 'ball' mouse. I have a Saitek PM42 gaming mouse which would slide half way across the table if u even blew on it. but i dont use it at all unless im playing MMORPGs or RTS games since i have taken a real disliking to Saitek's control software.

 

[DrPepper]

OK chief, obviously me and a bunch of people agree that a HIGH QUALITY mouse (not necessarily a 'gaming mouse') is always better than a plain old mouse. There IS a difference in the technologies used and some mice just are not as smooth or accurate. Our first hand experiences prove that. I liked the IntelliMouse 3.0 and all, just like I liked all my IMs before that, but have you even read my posts about how bulky it is and how it doesn't glide smoothly? It's like you don't care about the experiences and opinions of every gamer on the planet, you still think that everyone will play the same game no matter what mouse they're using. I just thought I'd let you know that you're wrong. Everyone should experiment with a high quality, high DPI mouse and see for themselves what it's like. Everyone's experience will vary.

I'm not wrong. Its impossible for me to be wrong because its my opinion and not a fact. Its like picking a pair of shoes for climbing or sports, I found a cheap pair for £16 that were the most comfortable, durable and best for playing sports. While nike etc advertise thier shoes as being the best for sport.

 

[kyle2020]

Just upgraded my diamondback (1600 DPI) to a G9 (3200 DPI) and OMGOSH - the speed it moves at is epic.

Cant beat a good gaming mouse!

 

[FreedomEclipse]

I'm not wrong. Its impossible for me to be wrong because its my opinion and not a fact. Its like picking a pair of shoes for climbing or sports, I found a cheap pair for £16 that were the most comfortable, durable and best for playing sports. While nike etc advertise thier shoes as being the best for sport.

Just because its 'you're' opinion doesnt automatically mean that you're correct. but judging by your comment you have failed to understand a lot of whats being said here, & your example about the shoes proves it.

everyone agrees that there are different strokes for different folks. but you are so adament about it like your opinion is the only one that matters & nobody elses. what the hell makes you so special that ALL of us have to listen to your opinion over eveyone else's??

If you have nothing good to say rather then just flame & rant about how shit gaming/high end mouses are then simply dont post. simple as that. theres no need to get worked up about it & draw people into arguments over petty things.

if you havent tried it - then try it. & spend money on a decent gaming mouse not some random unknown name brand mouse which claims to be a gaming mouse.

theres no need to go around with that attitude.

If people are willing to fork out extra money for 'luxury' items/hardware then who are you to tell them their wrong?? their not buying it for your sake or benefit. so why should you care.

& if people can afford to splash out on more lavish items/hardware then more power to them - they obviously (maybe not the kids which rich daddies) worked hard for the money. let them spend it on what they please - & if by spending £60+ on a mouse makes them/me/people/everyone/anyone a little more happy when it comes to gaming then screw what you have to say about it.

For the record I have a Logitech G7 + Saitek PM42 & a Razor Destructor mouse mat.

 

[TechnicalFreak]

Actually, the first optical mouse I ever had was from Logitech. Why I don't have it anymore is because of age (it stopped working at the end). Otherwise it was great.

The only mouse I would never get, be it Logitech, Razer or made of pure gold with diamonds would be a wireless one..

 

[DrPepper]

I didn't say I was correct. I gave my opinion on this thread like I do with all other threads. Oh and for the record my mouse is more expensive than the rest of those gaming mice My entire point was that everyone has a specific taste and not that there was a singular mouse that was the best in the world for gaming.

You've completely gotten my posts wrong I didn't say people shouldn't buy high end because I don't have them. I'm not flaming and I'm not complaining, I was giving advice on my opinion it seems that it is all of you who are annoyed with me because you don't like my opinion.

 

[fenurch]

Pepper made a good example. ofc Gaming mouse or any quality mouse will glide and will have more details and wee things you like but Razer (for example) put a price tag of let's say £50 for Lachesis and only because of it's DPI, the technology of making that mouse would be half price but they add another £25 for "Razer" logo. Compare Saitek mouse and a Razer one, Saitek one had 3200 DPI (if I'm correct) and that was ages ago, the max Razer had was 2000DPI at that time and Razer was still extra £20.

 

[MilkyWay]

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