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Here’s your first look at Razer’s new Raiju PS4 controllers

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Razer Raiju (11)

After almost four years, my PlayStation 4 Dualshock controller is headed towards retirement. The motors inside are making louder rumbles, the seams are caked in a filth that cannot be described on this website without first ascertaining if you’re older than 18 and the rubber on the analogue sticks is almost as worn as the wrapper on the condom in my wallet.

So what will replace that trusty input device? I could get another Dualshock controller and ride it out until the PlayStation 5 arrives, but I’m looking for something more specialised. It’s why I’m casting a gaze at Razer, as that manufacturer of console and PC peripherals has some new gear on the market. Say hello, to the Razer Raiju:

Or better yet, gaze at these pictures of it:

Razer will have two variants of the Raiju out on the market soon, in the form of the Ultimate Edition and the more Esportsy Tournament Edition. According to Razer, the Raiju controller has been designed as “the most modular PS4 controller ever, bringing unparalleled customization” and can be paired with a mobile app to customise its features while on the go:

Multi-function buttons can be mapped to create more than 500 customized profiles to fit different playstyles for different gaming genres. Users may adjust the sensitivity of thumbstick movements to achieve greater headshot aiming precision or speedy response for quick movement.  Advanced lighting effects powered by Razer Chroma give a more immersive gaming experience with RGB LED lighting in sync with controller vibrations and other button actions.

The Razer Raiju Ultimate is supplied with a set of interchangeable thumbsticks and alternate D-pad, providing more ways to personalize the Raiju Ultimate according to game and playing style. Razer Mecha-Tactile Action Buttons combine the soft-cushioned touch of a membrane rubber dome with crisp tactile clicks of a mechanical switch for a precise, positive action.

Here’s a list of specs for each version:

Razer Raiju Ultimate Edition

Razer Raiju

  • Wired and wireless connectivity
  • 4 Multi-function buttons
  • Mecha-Tactile Triangle, Circle, X, Square action buttons
  • Powered by Razer ChromaTM
  • Trigger stops for quick-firing action
  • 3.5 mm audio port for stereo audio output and microphone input (wired mode)
  • Quick Control Panel
  • Interchangeable Thumbstick and D-pad modules
  • Carrying Case
  • Detachable 3 m lightweight braided fiber cable with Micro-USB connector
  • Approximate size: 106 mm (Length) x 155 mm (Width) x 66 mm (Height)
  • Approximate weight (without cable): 352 g

Razer Raiju Tournament Edition

Razer Raiju (17)

  • Wired and wireless connectivity
  • 4 Multi-function buttons
  • Mecha-Tactile Triangle, Circle, X, Square action buttons
  • Trigger stops for quick-firing action
  • 3.5 mm audio port for stereo audio output and microphone input (wired mode)
  • Detachable 2 m lightweight braided fiber cable with Micro-USB connector
  • Approximate size: 104 mm (Length) x 159.4 mm (Width) x 65.6 mm (Height)
  • Approximate weight (without cable): 322 g

That’s an attractive piece of technology, albeit it at a very stiff price: R3495 according to our press release for the Ultimate Edition. It’s a bitter pill to swallow for a controller, but considering how people are ready to drop R27 000 on a graphics card, it’s not too far removed from what the richest of the rich are prepared to pay for hardware these days.

You can expect to see the Raiju rock up in shops this November.

Last Updated: August 21, 2018

14 Comments

  1. You gotta be the kind of person who pays R8 for an extra slice of processed cheese your your fast-food burger.

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  2. Craig "Crios" Boonzaier

    August 21, 2018 at 13:18

    I dunno about the rest of you, but I’m more liking the Ultimate version.
    I personally prefer having the analogs in the PS layout, rather than the XB layout.

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    • Geoffrey Tim

      August 21, 2018 at 13:28

      It’s okay to be wrong.

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      • Craig "Crios" Boonzaier

        August 21, 2018 at 13:49

        The symmetrical analog layout is beneficial to people with thumbs in the same positions on both hands.

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  3. Viper_ZA

    August 21, 2018 at 13:24

    Nice price, pity I don’t nearly spend enough time playing games to justify the spend.

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  4. schitsophrenic-toothbrush

    August 21, 2018 at 13:31

    Can it charge on a standard PS4 controller dock?

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    • Tbone187

      August 22, 2018 at 09:43

      For that price, it should offer cloud charge imo 😉

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  5. Magoo

    August 21, 2018 at 13:52

    You gotta be the kind of person who pays R8 for an extra slice of processed cheese your your fast-food burger.

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  6. G8crasha

    August 21, 2018 at 14:23

    I use the Afterglow Xbox controller for my PC (it’s a licensed controller), and it’s a very nice controller, but I don’t believe they have PS4 equivalent, because if they did, I’d say give that a try if you want another controller but don’t want to sell a kidney for it. I don’t really play my PS4 that much (prefer my PC), so I would never invest in a controller at this price!

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    • Gr8_Balls_o_Fire

      August 22, 2018 at 11:01

      Nacon Revolution Pro. R999, perfect! Works on PC too.

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  7. Gr8_Balls_o_Fire

    August 22, 2018 at 11:06

    Nacon Revolution Pro II, for R999.

    Thank me later.

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  8. Darryal Montique Jr

    August 23, 2018 at 09:26

    I grabbed mine from Amazon for $145

    https://amzn.to/2w823cf

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