Typically, I would consider buying something as expensive as the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro an optional and very luxurious purchase that is in no way required to enjoy gaming on a casual level.

However, this is not your typical console generation, as I stare into the abyss of a graveyard full of Sony’s official DualSense controllers that are as about as reliable as a crocheted condom.

I guess it’s no real surprise that the DualSense performs so poorly. Sony’s patents monopolize the vibration and haptic trigger features on the PS5, forcing third-party developers to forgo support for one of the controller’s biggest selling points, and a feature expected as standard since the DualShock’s release in 1998.

So when the basic DualSense fails you, and it will, but you still want the very latest gaming controller technology, the only remaining option is the $200 DualSense Edge. I’m not even going to link to it, out of principle.

Call me crazy, but my willingness to invest $200 into a product manufactured by the same company that has failed to maintain any level of quality across a $60 product, sit’s at just above the no chance in hell level.

Why have I spent the last few minutes sharing my disdain for the PlayStation 5’s official controller? Because products like the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro are typically just optional, a nice custom touch to add to a collection. An ideal console companion. A high quality product aimed at a niche corner of the market.

However, from my experience at least, a third-party controller is not something I consider optional, it’s a must-have. If you’re going to go down that rabbit hole, backing Nacon is a solid play.

Not only have they been producing high-quality gaming peripherals for years, they published the likes of the fantastic RoboCop: Rogue City.

Beautiful, Right Out Of The Box

The Nacon 5 Pro wastes little time impressing, with its matte black finish standing out right from the box. A compact but sturdy carry case holds a bevy of accessories and knick-knacks, and an impressively lengthy and durable braided USB-C cable, which offers double the length of the basic PS5 alternative.

Reminds me of that first day of disappointment. Booting up my PlayStation 5 for the first time and realizing the cable wouldn’t reach the bloody couch…

It does lack an instruction manual, which is surprising considering the complexities of mechanical setup, but the physical customization options are straight forward and easy to figure out. Online instructions are readily available for the more intricate aspects of customization.

It features adjustable weights that can be quickly and easily socketed under panels on the rear of the controller, and a collection of switches, buttons, and gizmos offer further customization options to the d-pad and thumbsticks.

Despite offering 60 unique customization options, both physical and mechanical, the weight distribution stands out as my favorite aspect of the controller. The added weight sits the controller perfectly in the palm of my hands and just makes the traditional PS5 controller feel cheap and flimsy in comparison.

Both shoulder buttons, L2 & R2, can be adjusted on the fly, allowing for faster and better performance in games like Call of Duty, drastically reducing the time between pressing the button and actually firing a shot.

Each can be adjusted singularly, and I actually found that to be preferable. Using my ADS button as a full press while the trigger rested on the faster function.

One of the more intriguing physical changes utilizes small metallic rings that are placed underneath the left and right analog sticks. These minimize the space between the central area of the thumbstick and the outer rim, allowing for faster run and gun style gameplay, constantly switching directions and perspectives.

I struggled to find any great benefit to using these, but it’s just another weapon in an already impressive arsenal. I felt similarly toward the customizable thumbstick covers and d-pad options because the default worked perfectly fine, but that’s the beauty of this controller: the options.

Likewise, I do have to report that although I absolutely love the base physical customization options of the Nacon 5 Pro, I would not have been able to use it without connecting it to my PC and altering the setup mechanically.

This was due to two rear pedal buttons that sit perfectly aligned with where my ring finger and little finger would rest. I was constantly hitting the pedals by accident, either through minor repositioning of the pad during gameplay or as the weight shifted in my hands between different button presses.

Switching to the lighter weights did alleviate much of this issue, but when the choice was between additional buttons or a more natural feeling controller, I disabled the buttons very quickly. Which was simple and fast, thanks to a gorgeous UI and easily accessible software.

The Magic Is In The Software

The real magic of the Nacon 5 Pro is the customization suite available through the free to download software. While the base controller and its physical customization options represent the ultimate, if somewhat expensive, controller for the more dedicated casual gamer, the software represents the peak of professional and competitive play.

Every single button can be mapped and remapped, sticks can be inverted through the controller itself, the deadzone of each stick can be tweaked and optimized individually, making for the perfect- if somewhat unfair – ultimately straight golf swing.

The left and right trigger travel distance can be customized further in the software, lighting effects can be changed, added, and removed. Mess around to your hearts content and then throw it through its paces in the Test Area.

Each of these settings can then be saved to a profile that you can switch between freely, offering optimized setups across multiple genres of games.

This is largely where the real value of the Nacon 5 Pro comes into play. The fine-tuning options available truly offer the possibility of gaining a competitive edge, but it does come at a steep price.

Is It Worth $200?

That’s the ultimate question here, right? $200 is a lot of money. As you probably guessed from my introduction in this review, I’m slightly jaded with Sony’s PlayStation products of this generation. Not only have I had to replace my controller half a dozen times, I’m not even using the same PlayStation 5 I purchased at launch.

With that in mind, I would recommend anyone that plans to play for more than 5-10 hours a week to invest in a more reliable, higher quality controller, and the Nacon 5 Revolution Pro Wireless is a near flawless choice.

It’s clearly catered towards the more competitive gamer, with its impressive suite of customization options, and you don’t typically associate high-end products with the casual market. However, its durability and lifespan is likely to save most players cash in the long-run.

I have probably spent around $360 on replacing official DualSense controllers by this point. If I’d purchased the Nacon 5 Pro at $200 when I first started, I would have saved $180.

The only real dealbreaker is whether you can live without PlayStation 5’s official features, such as full vibration and haptic triggers, both of which appeal to me about as much as the Xbox Kinect.

If you’re suffering with stick drift and don’t want to throw more money at Sony, the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro is the perfect, luxurious addition to your peripheral collection.

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LS10X Wired Gaming Headset Review

With about four weeks of use, I encountered no issues with the LucidSound LS10X. Playtime was done on both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work on the Nintendo Switch as well. Note that it does not use a USB setup, so I wouldn’t recommend it for PC for that reason and because the cord is short (more than enough for a controller to a head). I rarely review headsets, so don’t expect the finer points of dynamic range or any other fancy audiophile terminology.

Since I run a video game website and a YouTube channel, I often have a headset on. On average, my sessions with the headset were about four hours, but I did a couple of days at roughly eight to ten hours for coverage. I never ran into any discomfort; no pinching, no headaches, no top-of-the-head indents, or anything like that. I also wear glasses and have had plenty of headsets that hurt my ears due to the pressure between my ears and the ear muffs. However, there were no issues whatsoever when it came to their comfort.

As for sound and mic quality, it was a step up from my last headset – at least according to my PSN party. They could hear more of me and less of the background, which is always a plus. I used to have issues with the balance between game and party chat with my last headset, but not here. It was nice to be able to hear my party’s call out and the enemy’s footsteps and abilities.

For multiplayer games, I used the LucidSound LS10X for Overwatch, Smite, and Apex Legends. Smite didn’t make much of a difference, since it was mostly muscle memory at this point. Although I haven’t played Overwatch in a year, the headset made me realize you are at a considerable disadvantage without decent headphones. Being able to hear abilities through walls and over arches makes a huge difference. Little rat McCree players not getting the drop on me anymore with “it’s high noon” was worth the price of admission alone. The same applies to Apex Legends; I was able to hear footsteps more clearly.

I typically don’t use headsets for single-player games, but I just had to try out The Witcher 3, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge. In the case of the latter and its bangin’ soundtrack, the audio was crystal clear – even with all the chaos going on at any given time. Seriously, play with six people and see for yourself.

My experience with The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim wasn’t so much the music, but its ambient background and directional audio. I played the game in first person, so hearing something run up behind you is a lot better than waiting to get hit in the back. The same obviously applies to Apex Legends, but I’m way more alert in a game like that. It also helped me find an NPC I doubt would have heard otherwise.

The mute button is up on the headphone itself, and you push in a button to turn it on. It is also where the branding is, which is attached via a magnet. That part can come off pretty easily (and has the potential to be lost), but the mute button works without it. The mic is also detachable, so be careful if you remove it; I can easily see someone losing that as well.

Currently on sale for $35, the LucidSound LS10X is an insanely good deal for a headset. Would I record my YouTube videos with it? No. That being said, this seems to be a good deal for gaming on consoles for anyone who doesn’t want to go wireless.

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Sennheiser GSP 370 Wireless Headset Review

Jumping straight into the meat of it, the audio quality of the Sennheiser GSP 370 is nearly unrivaled in the wireless space. For much of my time reviewing the product, I was running through Obsidian Entertainment’s excellent addition to the RPG space, The Outer Worlds, and it completely changed my experience. Switching from my regular headset, one that’s currently £100 more expensive than the 370s, was a world of difference.

I was hearing parts of the soundtrack I didn’t recognize, and the environmental audio bought the game to life. While The Outer Worlds doesn’t heavily rely on directional audio as it’s not a competitive game, I definitely noticed a better ability to pin point enemy directions and location.

Traditionally I tend to avoid the suction-style ear cups of the 370. Doing what we do here at Gamers Heroes, I’ve often got a headset attached to my head for 15 hours of the day, and that can get uncomfortable – and very sweaty with certain headsets. However, I had zero problems. It was comfortable, lightweight, and it done a great job of limiting ambient noise. Best of all, no ear sweat. That’s not just me, right?

The Sennheiser GSP 370 works on Windows PC, Mac, and the PlayStation 4. The Windows version comes complete with the Sennheiser Gaming Suite, offering complete control of the devices audio and microphone. You’re able to adjust any desired gain or noise gate elements of the microphone, while adjusting the audio to fit any activity or style, including 2.0 and 7.1 channels. The software is not supported on other platforms, but it does not lessen its performance in any way.

One of the more impressive boasts of the Sennheiser GSP 370 is the battery life, boasting up to 100 hours of wireless audio. I tested the device multiple times from a full charge and found it to last around the 85 hour mark, but that was with near constant use at high levels of volume. With a lower volume setting, easily adjusted by a dial on one of the ear cups, the battery can be pushed further. The range of the wireless was equally as impressive, working in every room at home.

If there’s one single aspect of the Sennheiser GSP 370 that was a little underwhelming, it was the quality of the microphone. Headset microphones are traditionally of a lesser quality than their free-standing counterparts and wireless usually further compounds this issue, but that’s not entirely the case with the Sennheiser GSP 370. My current setup is an Audio-Technica AT2020 (a studio quality Cardioid Condenser Microphone), and an ASTRO A40, both rather expensive bits of gear.

A headset setup will always struggle to compete with the AT2020, but when compared with the Astro A40’s, the difference is huge. The Astro’s microphone feels cheaper, flimsy, detached and attached by a single jack. It easily tops the Astro’s, which I bought at nearly double the price of the 370. So while I say it was underwhelming, the quality of the microphone will easily suit the needs of average gaming activities and is better than any of the headset microphones I’ve used in the past.

Sennheiser GSP 370 Features & Specs

• Adjustable, over-the-head headband


• Memory foam ear pads


• USB wireless dongle


• Ambient noise isolation


• Volume wheel on right ear set


• Noise cancelling microphone


• Microphone frequency response – 100-6,300 Hz


• Headset frequency response – 20-20,000 Hz


• Weight 285g

We’ve touched on some Sennheiser products in the past, most notably the PC 373D and the GSX 1000, both of which had a polished quality of the highest level. That same attention to detail, the crisp, clean, and sturdy finish, is present on the Sennheiser GSP 370. It’s an expensive headset, but its quality matches that price and the slick black design looks great.

Overall, the Sennheiser GSP 370 Wireless Gaming Headset is a fantastic addition to the audio library of any gamer. Sennheiser’s reputation for delivering top quality audio continues and with up to 100 hours of battery life, you won’t find a better quality wireless headset at this price.

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I should probably mention that I’m a PlayStation guy, and I have been since the original release of the first PlayStation. That being said, I’m not affront to the wonders of Xbox either, having had an amazing time with the recently released absolutely badass Gears 5. However, my choice of console is based entirely on the game selection available, I’ve always felt more comfortable using the asymmetric design usually associated with Xbox.

So you can imagine my delight at receiving a product that worked both for my console of choice, and with my design of choice. Nacon’s Asymmetric PS4 Controller has some odd quirks and design choices, so let’s dive into it.

Nacon Asymmetric PS4 Controller Review

Straight out of the box, Nacon’s latest product features a sleek design and a high quality finish. It’s slightly heavier than Sony’s DualShock 4 controllers, and slightly lighter than the traditional Xbox One controller. A matte finish does cheapen the visual design slightly but that’s more a personal preference than a flaw. Playing around with the pad in my hands felt great; it doesn’t have that hollow, plastic feel that’s present with a lot of its competitors, and the buttons all fit perfectly in my natural resting posture.

Setting up Nacon’s Asymmetric PlayStation 4 controller is simple. You plug in the provided USB device into the PlayStation, sync it up with the controller, and you’re good to go. Wait, a USB stick? Here’s where we get to one of the more bizarre features .

The controller supports both wired and wireless play out of the box, but it requires a USB stick to work with the PlayStation 4. If you’re anything like me, USB real estate is a valuable commodity so this could definitely be a concern when purchasing the product. Initially, I was not a fan. I already have two charging docks plugged in to the front of my PlayStation 4, both docks supporting two controllers at a time, and I wasn’t overly eager on losing the ability to charge two controllers just to play with one.

However the dual functionality of the device quickly became one of its best selling points. As well as using the controller on the PlayStation 4, the process to linking it directly to your PC is much of the same. I had already purchased an Xbox One controller for my PC, but had I not, this would have been fantastic value. Having my preferred pad design, support for my main console, and as an option for the PC, at this retail price it’s a bargain.

Despite being an officially supported product that is licensed by Sony for use with the PlayStation 4, Nacon’s variation does suffer with, well, a lack of support with some standard features of the original DualShock. You are not able to turn off the controller using the PlayStation’s dashboard interface, and the on-screen battery indicator is not able to track the remaining power of the controller. Furthermore, the idle controller disable option of the PlayStation 4 does not appear to turn off the controller automatically, and the Nacon controller is not able to turn on the console remotely. I did reach out to Nacon to ensure this was not a product fault, I was told it was a design choice to help provide stable wireless audio without impacting the connection speeds, which makes sense.

There are a few features that help reduce the impact of its lack of integration with the user-interface. You can check the power of the controller via a button on the rear, and turning it off is as simple as holding the PS button for a few seconds, but it still feels like an odd oversight in the design.

Nacon Asymmetric Controller Specs

• Two Vibration Motors


• Battery Life: 7 hours


• Working Distance: 7 meters


• Battery Level Indicator


• Fully Functioning Touch Pad


• 3.5mm Headset Jack


• USB Bluetooth Receiver


• PC Compatible


• No Light Bar, Motion Sensor or Built-In Speaker

For me, Nacon has easily replaced my original DualShock 4 as my go-to for all things PlayStation 4, but for others, Nacon’s Asymmetric PlayStation 4 Controller could be a mixed bag. It’s a high-quality item with a great feel and durable design. I’ve tested the product vigorously for over 150 hours and no signs of wear or damage. Which is already performing better than my last official PlayStation 4 DualShock purchase. However, a lack of support with PlayStation’s minor quality-of-life features may limit its appeal. If you’re looking for an asymmetric alternative to a DualShock pad while also grabbing a solid PC controller, this is the perfect purchase, but if that niche combination of features doesn’t appeal, it’s probably best to stick with what you know.

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EWin Racing Calling Series Gaming Chair Review

Available in a flurry of colors, including blue, red, white black and orange, the Calling Series is a mid-range office chair targeting the gaming audience with its durability and high comfort levels. Unless you won the lottery or got lucky panning for gold, a nearly $260 investment in a chair may seem a little pricey. Despite this, it is not your ordinary chair.

Straight out of the box, EW Racing’s Calling Series feels very familiar to competitors products in the range. It’s packed in a single, large box, one that houses the base, the seat, and the backrest. All of the tools required are included, and it even comes with a few spare screws to boot. I think. Maybe. There’s a very good chance I missed some screws, but let’s go with the spares idea.

When it comes to putting things together…I don’t. I once tried to clean my PC, used the wrong plug when setting it back up, and blew the power supply. The last set of shelves I put up on the wall are sitting in pieces about five feet lower to the ground than what they were, saddened and lonely at the lack of attention, and the kids playhouse should be condemned. That being said, my experience with the EWin Racing Calling Series was a pleasurable one. Nay, it was an outright win!

I was able to put the chair together in about 15 minutes without any worries or injuries, much to the surprise of everyone else at home. Once assembled, it was perfectly sturdy and able to support the weight of both children spinning on it wildly. A word of advice: I’d set the chair up in the room you intend to put it in. That’s probably something the average person would do without thinking, but not me. It’s heavy. While that’s not a good thing when you’re lifting it up two flights of stairs, it really lends to the overall quality feel of the product.

Typically I tend to avoid direct comparisons when writing product reviews, but the similarities between the EWin Racing Calling Series and the Secret Lab Titan, that I reviewed a short time ago, are too obvious to ignore. Everything from the packaging to the setup, it’s all very similar. Both PC gaming chairs are constructed in a very similar manner, they are equally sturdy and stylish, but one sits at $399 and the other at $259, so which has more bang for your buck?

Comparing the two prices, it wouldn’t be unfair to consider the EWin Racing Calling Series the budget version of the two, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. It’s incredibly comfortable, the adjustable lumbar support is much more flexible than than the Titan as it can be adjusted to any height level on your back, and the supporting cushion is just as useful. I did find the base of the seat to be a little on the thin side in terms of width, but that’s more a personal problem than a design problem. I’m still carrying some holiday weight, okay? So if you’re not having to shop for XXL t-shirts, you won’t have any problems.

The main difference of quality between the Titan and EWin’s Calling Series is the leather. The Titan’s feels better, breathes better and honestly, it looks better. However, if given the choice between the two chairs, EWin’s wins every time.

It’s far better value for money. The cheaper option of having an external lumbar support actually makes for a more versatile and user-friendly product, and it looks great. $259 for a chair is a lot of money but if cared for, the Calling Series gaming chair is sturdy enough to last you a lifetime.

My only serious complaint: None of these gaming chairs seem to come with brakes.

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Straight out of the box, the ViewSonic XG2402 really looks the part. A slick black design with a break of red on the support stand and two chevrons on the back gives it enough character to stand out, but not at the cost of sacrificing your complete slick-black setup. The high level of exterior polish as accompanied by a number of external features catered towards the gaming market. The XG2402 has a very versatile adjustable stand that allows for tilting and turning in practically every direction. It even supports a full portrait mode, which looked entirely alien among my other more mundane monitors, but is a neat feature nonetheless.

Outside of the typical ports you’d expect to find, the rear of the monitor features an optional cable tie attachment that you can add and remove at will. While it serves its purpose of hiding those ugly cables, the plastic does cheapen the overall feel of an otherwise very high quality feeling monitor. It’s hidden away at the back and once used you won’t need to fiddle with it again so it’s not a big problem. It just feels a step down from the rest of the aesthetics of the monitor.

There’s also a retractable headset stand at the rear top of the monitor, although you’d be forgiven if you totally missed it as I only discovered through reading the manual – which is something I seldom do. It’s not a feature I’d traditionally look for in a monitor but after having one, I’m not looking forward to returning to my old setup. It child-proofed the location of my Astro A40’s, which is nothing to scoff at.

If you’re looking for detailed technical specifications, the official website XG2402 page contains everything you need, but for those looking for a more simplistic approach, we’ve got your back. Outside of the slew of technical jargon 90% of people don’t actually understand, the XG2402 comes complete with a full HD 1920×1080 resolution. It also supports 144Hz refresh rate and a response time of 1ms, alongside Black Stablization and AMD FreeSync Technology. I’ve probably lost a few of you already, but stick with me.

As far as I was concerned, 60Hz was all I needed. My rig is easily capable of running games at 60 frames per second, so I never sought to improve in that area. And for the average game, that approach proves true. I initially explored the visual capabilities of the XG2402 in more relaxed and slower paced games, spending many hours diving into the never-ending streak of failures in Slay the Spire and dabbled in a little For the King, but the performance in these games was lackluster.

The contrast of colors felt lacking, with the lighter contrasts feeling a little grainy and the darker contrasts feeling a little foggy. These issues were somewhat alleviated after a short timem experimenting with its customization options and prefix color setup features, but it didn’t feel as sharp as my original setup. Certain colors lacked vibrancy in places and overall, the picture quality just wasn’t fantastic. It’s not bad by any definition of the word, but decent isn’t really what you want in a monitor that will set you back £250.

The on-screen display (OSD) options for the XG2402 is among the most comprehensive that I’ve seen. There’s a huge abundance of options that let you specifically customize everything from contrast to color temperature before saving them in custom load outs. The average user may feel a little overwhelmed with the multitude of options, many of which appear to be duplicated across the different features but for those wanting ultimate tweaking capabilities, it’s got just about everything you need.

However, stunning picture quality is not the primary forte of XG2402. Marketed towards those looking to get into competitive gaming the XG2420 boasts technical specifications aimed at giving you the edge in fast-paced FPS games were reaction speeds and performance are key to trumping the opposition. This is where the XG2420 really shines. If you’re only familiar with the 60Hz gaming of your average TN monitor, it’s a difficult difference to explain.

Running around in Battlefield felt like a very different experience. The movement was much smoother, the visual blur of navigation was all but gone, and the response time felt fluid and instant. If you’ve got the setup to support the 144Hz capabilities of the XG2402, the differences between that and a typical 60Hz will be instantly noticeable. If you’re rocking an AMD card, the AMD FreeSync promises to deliver a stutter- and tear-free experience with automatic syncing between your GPU and monitor.

While I found the strange contrasts of dark colors to be a little disappointing in non-FPS style games, its true intention became much clearer in a competitive setting. The monitors Black Stabilization feature, which I failed to truly explore at first, brings those darkened corners to life. As my age begins to betray my vision and reactions speeds I’m often found asking myself a single question after each death: “Where the f**k did that come from?” While there’s no monitor in the world that can bring my FPS skills to the level of even average players, certain features of the XG2402 definitely tried.

My current setup includes three bog standard monitors, and is nothing special. They support 60Hz at a HD resolution, and that’s about it. I will still resort to one of my original monitors for the average game or to browse the internet, but if I was jumping into an FPS game, the XG2402 would take my primary monitor slot in an instant.

In terms of price, it’s a little on the higher end with some cheaper options, such as the BenQ XL2411Z, boasting a similar level of performance, although the XG2402 doesn’t feel as cheap.

What the XG2402 lacks in picture quality and definition is easily overcome by the incredibly responsive performance in fast-paced gaming scenarios. It goes from an average monitor to a weapon of choice for anyone looking to take their competitive FPS gaming to the next level.

For pricing or to purchase an XG2402 check out Amazon (UK) and Amazon (US)

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Secret Lab TITAN Gaming Chair Review

I’ve been eyeing up a new chair for my office for some time now. Ye old faithful lasted me a good five years, but the permanent imprint of my butt, alongside bits of the leather covering that the kids had chewed on, really took away from the appeal. Being an excitable child trapped inside an adult body, I couldn’t simply pick up a $50 chair like a normal person. So, I decided to make the plunge. Although it was not an easy decision, the top tier products in this ever growing gaming chair niche often cost more than the console I’m playing on. Heck, some of them will buy you a decent enough PC. But after much deliberation, and more importantly approval from the better half, I decided to pick up a Secret Lab TITAN.

The Secret Lab lineup of gaming chairs offers various different products, catered towards the larger and smaller frames of the famously varied gaming audience. I opted to pick up the Secret Lab TITAN as the websites handy weight suggestion tool made it painfully obvious I’m a fat slob and didn’t have much alternative. There was also the small added bonus of the TEMPO/STORM blue and white version being my favorite color scheme and available at 20% off.

So I’d made my choice, paid the £349 (just under $500), and eagerly awaited the delivery. Unfortunately Secret Labs UK work with DPD as their distribution partner. Whether it be through Amazon or a third-party vendor somewhere, I’ve never had a DPD delivery go smoothly, so it was no surprise that the delivery was a little late. I wouldn’t fault Secret Lab for that, but with the TITAN arriving missing the majority of the important parts, that was on them. Missing the entire contents of the “toolkit” it was meant to come with, my epic new Secret Lab TITAN sat in a messy pile in the corner of my office for a few days.

Despite the initial hiccup, the customer service response tea, was fantastic. Quick to remedy the problem the team were apologetic and even sent me a complimentary leather cleaning kit, which will be a great substitute for the wet wipes I’d otherwise use.

Minor delivery and annoying missing parts dilemmas aside, how’s the chair?

For the DIY challenged, you’ll be happy to hear the chair is relatively straightforward to set up. It took me just under an hour, but that was after attaching pieces the wrong way round and using the wrong screws twice. This in full view of clear instructions, with colorful pictures and even a scan code to a video that I watched twice. There’s no level of idiot proofing that works when I’m putting together flat-pack furniture but I would imagine the vast majority of people will have no issues assembling the Secret Lab TITAN within 10-15 minutes.

It was safe to say that, by this point, I was expecting my backside to feel like I was sitting on a cloud after all the kerfuffle. However, I was not overly impressed at first butt contact. The TITAN felt tough, resistant to my shapely curves. And within a couple of hours, my back felt sore and stiff. The built in lumbar support felt exaggerated, the armrests out of place and the upright positioning of the chair just not quite right. That’s where the difference between a $50 chair and a $500 chair comes into play.

The lumbar support, a small pocket of cushion at the lower of your back to help improve posture, is entirely adjustable to the point where you can practically remove it. I’ve found myself increasing it slowly over time, which I cannot argue – has definitely improved my sitting posture. The arm rests are adjustable in 4D, meaning you can move and rotate them in almost any combination of directions you please. One setup works perfectly when I’m sitting to attention on my latest run of the fantastic Slay the Spire, while another works when I’m sitting back watching a movie. The same can be said for the backrest incline. I have no idea why you would need to lower in to practically a sleeping position.

While initially unimpressed, as time goes on I’m becoming more and more attached to the single most expensive piece of furniture in my household. The Secret Lab TITAN gaming chair is undoubtedly a quality experience, matching every claim boast by boast from the official product description. Whether or not it’s for you is down to the $420 price tag (if you purchase it from the US). If you’ve got the money, you won’t be disappointed. But I wouldn’t go selling your first born.

Now, please excuse my while I continue to play around with these stupidly versatile armrests.

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Whether you use a laptop or a desktop, a mouse is essential to a gamer. Is the Logitech m320 wireless mouse worth picking up or should you look elsewhere? Check out our Logitech m320 wireless mouse and make your choice.

Once I got the mouse getting it working was easy. I just put the battery into the mouse, plugged it into my laptop and turned it on and voila, it was good to go. The battery claims that it will last two years and so far I’ve been going strong for two weeks with no issues. When I say issues I don’t mean just on the battery; no issues period. It only has the two main buttons and a middle wheel so if you like the side buttons avoid this. You can get it in four different colors, red, blue, black and white. The mouse is comfortable and doesn’t strain your hand after prolonged use.

I used it while I was playing League of Legends, Word of Warcraft and Costume Quest 2. The mouse worked best for League since I only have to move my character and two buttons were enough. Costume Quest didn’t really need much mouse movement so it was fine for that game as well. With World of Warcraft, I had a few issues because I have a few shortcuts on my other mouse. If you don’t use shortcut buttons then you won’t have any issues.

Personally, I like to have a few extra shortcuts on my mouse so I wouldn’t buy this primarily for gaming. If you aren’t a gamer though, the mouse is pretty cheap and it works so give it a try. It IS a right handed mouse for anyone who is left handed.

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I’ll explain a little regarding my personal background to better explain the effects Black Powder Ultra had on my experience. I’m in my mid 20s and I’ve been working as a gaming journalist for the last 5 years. During that time I’ve spent practically every day sitting on my backside eating anything quick and tasty and drowning myself in high-sugar energy drinks. My spare time outside of work was mostly spent continuing minimal activity while enjoying my favorite PC and console titles. As you can imagine prolonged exposure to the rather exciting lifestyle of a lazy gaming journalist can soon have a negative impact on ones health. Couple this with some rather crazy weekends on the town and eating takeaway pizzas at every opportunity and I was on a sure track to a cholesterol overdose.

It was only recently that I noticed the negative effect my lifestyle has had and since then I’ve been determined to get myself back into shape. Shortly after I was offered an opportunity to review Black Powder Ultra.

I started following a very basic workout routine, working out 3 days a week for about 2 hours a day. I also took up real football, yes real football, not that American crap. I alternated with each session, using the pre-workout Black Powder Ultra every other workout. I was actually really surprised to discover the formula actually seemed to work. I’m not going to pretend to understand the science behind any of it but I cannot argue with real results.

During the routines that didn’t involve the Black Powder Ultra I found my stamina lacking after about 40 minutes, with an obvious decline in performance for the remainder of the session. However, the sessions using the pre-workout formula presented entirely different results. Again my stamina started to let me down after about 40 minutes but within 5-10 minutes I felt as fresh as I did at the start. The same results applied during my time on the football pitch. I continued to drink throughout the match as the container suggests and almost as soon as I felt the need to take a breather, I was back at full strength.

I even tried a placebo test in which two containers of the drink were created, one with the recommended concentrated dose and the other with enough to match the flavor. The results showed that I was clearly able to differentiate between the two which leads me to believe it’s actually a product that does what it says on the tin.

When used while gaming I found that it provided a little too much energy. I used the same dose that I used while exercising but due to the fact I wasn’t actually doing anything physical, I just felt like I had to get up and run somewhere. It kept me going, I gamed for hours on end without the need for a break, but I’d probably suggest a lower dose if you’re actually trying to compete. Otherwise you may find yourself feeling immortal but with a less than desirable K/D ratio at the end of a match.

Black Powder Ultra works and considering it’s a fitness/health product, it actually tastes good. I reviewed the Melon flavor although others are available. Currently at $59.99 per tub, gamers will get 4-6 weeks from each purchase, depending on the extent of the routine. Personally I feel it’s a little on the expensive side and that’s literally the only thing stopping me from being a regular user. It’s not a miracle product and it doesn’t offer false promises of instant abs but if you’re looking for a little something to support your willpower, it’s not a bad choice to make.

For more information on Black Powder Ultra, including the science behind the product, visit the official website.

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As a console gamer born and raised, it took me some time to realize the benefits a mouse like the V7 can offer. It certainly feels better, with rubberized side grips and a nifty track wheel with just the right grooves. It even has a nice glow on both the Bloody hand print logo and the wheel. Looks aren’t everything, but the mouse certainly makes a nice impression at first glance.

The big hook the V7 claims to offer is its “Multi-Core System.” Serving as a variable auto-fire, triple clicks are available at the push of a button. It certainly offered me an advantage in FPS games like Team Fortress 2, but trying to utilize it in the top-down kill-a-thon Hotline Miami left me in a pool of blood within seconds. One can easily see that this feature was implemented for FPS fans looking to increase their K/D ratio, and for that, it succeeds.

Of course, one can also tweak the sensitivity and firing intervals as well. Though no driver is needed, there is also a menu that allows for specific customization per game for factors including (but not limited to): shooting intervals, strafe, sensitivity, and even style. A number of different styles can be saved, making it easy to jump between titles.

The Bloody mouse is perfect for FPS fans, but even those hoping to dabble in different genres will get something out of it. The bells and whistles are nice for those who want them, but the comfort and style of the base model is something that anybody can enjoy.

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