Razer has kicked off 2025 with an impressive showcase at CES, revealing several groundbreaking products that could reshape how we experience gaming. From AI-powered gaming chairs to cutting-edge laptops, let’s dive into what’s caught my attention at their showcase.
The star of the show has to be Project Arielle, Razer’s innovative take on gaming comfort. This concept gaming chair builds upon their Fujin Pro mesh design, introducing both heating and cooling capabilities. Having tested numerous gaming chairs myself, the idea of integrated temperature control that can cool you down by 2-5°C or warm you up to 30°C is quite appealing, especially for our varied Australian climate from Winter to Summer.
For those interested in AI coaching, Project AVA looks promising. This AI gaming copilot aims to provide real-time insights from esports coaches while offering hardware optimisations. What interests me most is its ability to analyse gameplay and provide personalized feedback – something that could be genuinely useful for improving competitive gaming skills.
On the hardware front, the new Blade 16 stands out as Razer’s thinnest gaming laptop yet. At just 0.59 inches thin, it’s impressive how they’ve managed to pack an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and AMD Ryzen 9 AI processor into such a slim chassis. The QHD+ 240Hz OLED display should make gaming look spectacular, though we’ll have to wait until Q1 2025 to get our hands on one. And, I’m not so sure if the machine will be running hot with that slimness.
Razer’s also expanding their desktop accessories lineup. The Monitor Stand Chroma, priced at A$329.95, combines practical ergonomics with their signature RGB lighting. Its built-in USB-C hub and 44-pound weight capacity make it more than just a pretty light show. They’re also introducing the Handheld Dock Chroma (A$149.95) for mobile gaming enthusiasts, offering expanded connectivity options including gigabit ethernet.
For those looking to enhance their gaming atmosphere, the new Aether Standing Light Bars (A$179.95) offer an interesting dual-lighting approach. You can face them forward for direct illumination or backward for ambient wall lighting – a neat touch for streaming setups.
On the seating front, beyond Project Arielle, Razer’s introducing the more affordable Iskur V2 X at A$499.95. While it lacks the heating and cooling features of Project Arielle, it retains core ergonomic features like built-in lumbar support and high-density foam cushions. I still love my Razer Enki (check my review out).
Perhaps the most intriguing announcement is their Immersive Ecosystem concept, combining next-gen Chroma RGB, Sensa HD Haptics, and THX Spatial Audio. They’re demonstrating this technology with Funcom’s upcoming Dune Awakening game at CES, showcasing how gaming environments can extend beyond the screen into your room.
For mobile gaming enthusiasts, the PC Remote Play feature for the Kishi Ultra controller looks promising, allowing full-resolution PC game streaming with haptic feedback through the Razer Nexus app.
From what I’ve seen in these announcements, Razer’s betting big on creating more immersive, comfortable gaming experiences. While some products like Project Arielle and Project AVA are still in the concept phase, the immediate lineup of products shows practical innovations that could enhance everyday gaming setups.
These products will be available through Razer.com, RazerStores, and authorised retailers, with most launching in early 2025.
