ROG’s new gaming mice are built for esports, but your spreadsheets will thank you too
ASUS ROG announced the Gladius IV Ace and Spatha X 65K gaming mice at Gamescom 2026, along with new esports partnerships and a fresh Instagram channel for fans.
ASUS Republic of Gamers showcased two new esports-focused mice at Gamescom 2026: the ROG Gladius IV Ace and ROG Spatha X 65K. These mice are built for professional players, with the Ace's ergonomic design resulting from sports-science testing that aimed to reduce muscle strain during long gaming sessions. The Gladius IV Ace features a lightweight design at 56 grams, with three weight options for customization.
It also boasts precise click force balance and a high-speed wireless connection using ROG's SpeedNova 8K Gen II technology, scanning at 20,000 frames per second with an 8000 Hz polling rate. The Gladius IV Ace can be controlled through the browser-based Gear Link tool, eliminating the need for additional software. In contrast, the Spatha X 65K comes with 12 programmable buttons, making it a versatile choice for MMO players and productivity users alike.
The mouse offers five weight configurations, swappable mechanical switches, and tri-mode connectivity. ROG also announced partnerships with esports organization GamerLegion and content creator iiTzTimmy, as well as a dedicated ROG Ace Esports Instagram channel. Both mice are set to launch at the end of September in the US through the ASUS eShop and Best Buy.
Meanwhile, CD Projekt Red has set a tentative release window of 2028 for The Witcher 4, while Valve released Proton 11.0-2, bringing compatibility improvements for SteamOS and Linux gamers.
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