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What mouses do most FPS pros use?
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The ones they are told to use by their sponsor.
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What ever they're paid to use.
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Some of the teams put the hardware they use on their websites. The CS:GO team for NIP does this for example. Obviously they are sponsored by Steelseries, which affects their choice of peripheral.
http://www.nip-gaming.se/csgo-team/
For example GeT_RighT uses a Xai, and F0rest uses a Kinzu v2. I think F0rest used a WMO before that. Neo used the Zowie Ec2, though I am not sure whether he ever switched to the mouse Zowie FK, since it was named after him and Zowie claims that he had an input in the design of the mouse (to be taken with a grain of salt of course). Spawn used the Steelseries IMO 1.1 SS, but also the Deathadder , and maybe the Zowie AM since it was named after him (again not sure).
A lot of professional players will use mice that have sensors that are not exaclty 100% perfect. The fact that they can still compete with this equipment (or even be the best in the world with it) says a lot about the extent to which differences in sensor affect performance. Certainly, some sensors are better than others, but past a certain point of performance of a sensor (not crapping out when moved <2.0 m/s for example) individual skill remains the determining factor of a player's success.
Most people play FPS casually. Not everyone really needs a perfect sensor, but if you purchase a gaming mouse, what other characteristic (other than shape) should you base your decision on? You can get pretty much any shape of mouse both with a crappy and with a really good sensor, so you might as well opt for the latter.
http://www.nip-gaming.se/csgo-team/
For example GeT_RighT uses a Xai, and F0rest uses a Kinzu v2. I think F0rest used a WMO before that. Neo used the Zowie Ec2, though I am not sure whether he ever switched to the mouse Zowie FK, since it was named after him and Zowie claims that he had an input in the design of the mouse (to be taken with a grain of salt of course). Spawn used the Steelseries IMO 1.1 SS, but also the Deathadder , and maybe the Zowie AM since it was named after him (again not sure).
A lot of professional players will use mice that have sensors that are not exaclty 100% perfect. The fact that they can still compete with this equipment (or even be the best in the world with it) says a lot about the extent to which differences in sensor affect performance. Certainly, some sensors are better than others, but past a certain point of performance of a sensor (not crapping out when moved <2.0 m/s for example) individual skill remains the determining factor of a player's success.
Most people play FPS casually. Not everyone really needs a perfect sensor, but if you purchase a gaming mouse, what other characteristic (other than shape) should you base your decision on? You can get pretty much any shape of mouse both with a crappy and with a really good sensor, so you might as well opt for the latter.
Pro players are contracted by organizations to use whatever product/company an org is sponsored by. Players will choose whatever product that company offers that fits them the most. They wear "jerseys" with the names of companies the organization does business with.
There are also "Pro" players that are sponsored. Sponsored players are contracted with a company or companies for an event (maybe more). The player's travel expenses are paid for (or partly paid) in-exchange for representation. They will be sent a box of products they are contracted to use at the event(s). These players tend to wear clothing that is focused on one particular company (sometimes they have a few).
Some "Pro" players are sponsored by organizations. They have their expenses paid, however tend not to get salaries (or enough money). Sometimes they have to use a particular company's product. Generally, they are free to use their own stuff because they don't get paid. They can be contracted (paid) by various companies from time to time. Very unstable...
Simply. Most players are using products for marketing purposes, not because they are the best option. When they lose their contract they will go back to what they like or they will sign with another company and use their products.
There are also "Pro" players that are sponsored. Sponsored players are contracted with a company or companies for an event (maybe more). The player's travel expenses are paid for (or partly paid) in-exchange for representation. They will be sent a box of products they are contracted to use at the event(s). These players tend to wear clothing that is focused on one particular company (sometimes they have a few).
Some "Pro" players are sponsored by organizations. They have their expenses paid, however tend not to get salaries (or enough money). Sometimes they have to use a particular company's product. Generally, they are free to use their own stuff because they don't get paid. They can be contracted (paid) by various companies from time to time. Very unstable...
Simply. Most players are using products for marketing purposes, not because they are the best option. When they lose their contract they will go back to what they like or they will sign with another company and use their products.
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Many people's definition of what a pro gamer would be would say if they are pro, they are being sponsored. If they're being sponsored, they're probably using the sponsor's hardware.
5 mice that would probably be a good place to start looking if you want a new mouse for fps would be
Logitech G400s
Razer Deathadder 2013
SteelSeries Rival
Zowie EC EVO
CM Storm Spawn
5 mice that would probably be a good place to start looking if you want a new mouse for fps would be
Logitech G400s
Razer Deathadder 2013
SteelSeries Rival
Zowie EC EVO
CM Storm Spawn
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Everyone in NiP plays with Rival except for forest he has kinzu v2. Neo use to play with the IME3.0 before switching to the Zowie EC1, he now uses the FK.Originally Posted by kazuyamishima
Some of the teams put the hardware they use on their websites. The CS:GO team for NIP does this for example. Obviously they are sponsored by Steelseries, which affects their choice of peripheral.
http://www.nip-gaming.se/csgo-team/
For example GeT_RighT uses a Xai, and F0rest uses a Kinzu v2. I think F0rest used a WMO before that. Neo used the Zowie Ec2, though I am not sure whether he ever switched to the mouse Zowie FK, since it was named after him and Zowie claims that he had an input in the design of the mouse (to be taken with a grain of salt of course). Spawn used the Steelseries IMO 1.1 SS, but also the Deathadder , and maybe the Zowie AM since it was named after him (again not sure).
A lot of professional players will use mice that have sensors that are not exaclty 100% perfect. The fact that they can still compete with this equipment (or even be the best in the world with it) says a lot about the extent to which differences in sensor affect performance. Certainly, some sensors are better than others, but past a certain point of performance of a sensor (not crapping out when moved <2.0 m/s for example) individual skill remains the determining factor of a player's success.
Most people play FPS casually. Not everyone really needs a perfect sensor, but if you purchase a gaming mouse, what other characteristic (other than shape) should you base your decision on? You can get pretty much any shape of mouse both with a crappy and with a really good sensor, so you might as well opt for the latter.
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I compete in a high level of CS, and I have educated myself.
My conclusion is: The mouse that fits your hands best.
Expensive mouses all have high quality sensors, some of them are better than the others, but a difference of 0.01% is meaningless, when you can have a much better experience with another mouse.
The industry doesn't want us to have the best mouses, they want us to spend. Why do I say that?
Well, because if they wanted you to be a better player, they would sell mouses with a detachable sensor: you buy the mouse that fits your hands best, and then buy the best sensor you can afford and plug into it.
My conclusion is: The mouse that fits your hands best.
Expensive mouses all have high quality sensors, some of them are better than the others, but a difference of 0.01% is meaningless, when you can have a much better experience with another mouse.
The industry doesn't want us to have the best mouses, they want us to spend. Why do I say that?
Well, because if they wanted you to be a better player, they would sell mouses with a detachable sensor: you buy the mouse that fits your hands best, and then buy the best sensor you can afford and plug into it.
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More along the lines of not being a practical idea.Originally Posted by EduFurtado
I compete in a high level of CS, and I have educated myself
The industry doesn't want us to have the best mouses, they want us to spend. Why do I say that?
Well, because if they wanted you to be a better player, they would sell mouses with a detachable sensor: you buy the mouse that fits your hands best, and then buy the best sensor you can afford and plug into it.
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Buying every new mouse that comes out is pointless and you will never be able to compete with someone who sticks with the same mouse for years. The reason being is despite any sensor flaws, the human brain and hand co-ordination will adapt to any minor flaws in a sensor.
People that buy new mice every other day are just falling for marketing and should just play their games and stop worrying so much.
People that buy new mice every other day are just falling for marketing and should just play their games and stop worrying so much.
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More or less correct.Originally Posted by CaptainBlame
Buying every new mouse that comes out is pointless and you will never be able to compete with someone who sticks with the same mouse for years. The reason being is despite any sensor flaws, the human brain and hand co-ordination will adapt to any minor flaws in a sensor.
People that buy new mice every other day are just falling for marketing and should just play their games and stop worrying so much.
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Quote:Originally Posted by CaptainBlame
Buying every new mouse that comes out is pointless and you will never be able to compete with someone who sticks with the same mouse for years. The reason being is despite any sensor flaws, the human brain and hand co-ordination will adapt to any minor flaws in a sensor.
People that buy new mice every other day are just falling for marketing and should just play their games and stop worrying so much.
They should release the Oculus Rift right now. Don't worry about getting it right because the brain will eventually adapt to the product. The user doesn't need to feel like the device is "connected" to them, they should "connect" with the device. It's not like a peripheral is meant to be an extension of the user.Originally Posted by VindalooJim
More or less correct.
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I'm not arguing the benefits of a better mouse. All I'm saying is if you have two people with equal skill level. One games 3 years on a crappy mouse and the other a month on a new mouse, then I'll put my money on the player with the crappy mouse any day. How many people on these forums switch their mouse after just a few months? It's fine to be a mouse enthusiast and have 20 different mouse laying around, but don't fool yourself into thinking you going to benefit in game with every new purchase.
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well, my last three mice before this one i broke... I think thats a valid excuse for not having the same mouse for the last several years...Originally Posted by CaptainBlame
How many people on these forums switch their mouse after just a few months?
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