ROCCAT Isku+ Force FX has pressure-sensitive keys

Posted on Tuesday, January 03 2017 @ 16:18 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck
One of the new keyboards from ROCCAT is the Isku+ Force FX, it's a membrane-based keyboard but one of the features that makes it interesting are its pressure-sensitive QWEASD keys. In standard mode, they will operate like traditional keys but in "smooth steps mode" the keys will react to the amount of pressure used. For example, lower key pressure will make you walk slower in-game.

Other features include RGB LED illumination, on-the-fly macro recording, and extra macro keys. This force-sensitive keyboard hits the market towards mid-January for around $99.99.

Roccat Isku Plus Force FX
The Isku+ Force FX is the first product to debut Force FX technology, boasting pressure-sensitive QWEASD keys which can be configured in three different modes. The keyboard represents total gaming domination, combining amazing technical engineering with a modern, refreshed design. The Isku+ Force FX offers you supreme quality, precision command, and a bold, uniquely ROCCAT® aesthetic. The Isku+ Force FX is control, intensified.

Force FX
The Isku+ Force FX features pressure-sensitive QWEASD keys which can be configured in three different modes. The default mode is standard, whereby the keys function as normal. Smooth steps mode is where things get interesting. In this mode, the keys will react to the amount of pressure used, for incremental input. The final mode lets you assign up to three functions to any single key, accessible via defined modifier keys such as CTRL and ALT.

Light ‘em up
Thanks to its off-white UV-coated keys and your choice of backlighting in 16.8 million colors and 6 adjustable brightness levels, the Isku+ Force FX makes it easy to always hit the right key, even in low lighting. The Isku+ Force FX’s optimized illumination also means it’s perfect for avoiding eye strain during those long gaming sessions.

Easy-Shift[+]™ technology
ROCCAT’s breakthrough Easy-Shift[+]™ technology means each button has more winning-edge value with a secondary programmable function, for a wide array of battle possibilities. Intuitive and easy to program, with options for simple commands or complex macros, Easy-Shift[+]™ expands your arsenal, letting you react both rapidly and efficiently in the heat of the battle.

Combine devices with ROCCAT® Talk®
ROCCAT® TALK® lets your compatible ROCCAT® gaming devices join forces. ROCCAT® Talk® lets you take advantage of our exclusive Easy-Shift[+]™ technology like never before. Now you can use the Easy-Shift[+]™ key on your Isku+ Force FX to activate macros for both the keyboard and mouse; a one-stop short-cut that makes giving orders quick, easy, and effective.

Get your thumbs into the fight
Are all your digits in? Now you can give your thumbs something useful to do. Our ROCCAT designers and engineers put three individually-programmable THUMBSTER MACRO KEYS right below the Isku+ Force FX’s spacebar, each easily activated with a strike of the thumb.

ROCCAT® Swarm
Swarm is the software incarnation of ROCCAT’s future ready philosophy. It’ll cover you for all relevant gaming platforms and devices. It’s the next-gen system that keeps on top all games, apps and ROCCAT products in one place. It provides next-level product integration, working as a unified driver suite with an overview of all of your ROCCAT devices. Say goodbye to multiple tray icons – with Swarm you have a veritable gaming command HQ for every weapon in your arsenal.


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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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