Razer Bets Big on AI, Unveiling Future Vision for Gaming at CES 2026

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Razer Unveils AI-Powered Headset Project Motoko and Desktop Companion Project Ava at CES 2026

At CES 2026, Razer highlighted its focus on integrating artificial intelligence into gaming, work, and daily life, unveiling several new products and concepts. Among the products revealed was Project Motoko, an AI-powered gaming headset designed to enhance environmental awareness. Razer envisions applications for Project Motoko extending beyond gaming to productivity and AI model development. The company also introduced Project Ava, an AI desktop companion featuring a holographic avatar that moves naturally, exhibits expressive facial animations, tracks eyes, and synchronizes lips. Users can select avatars based on Razer characters like Kira or Zane, or choose esports legends, each with a distinct personality. Project Ava learns user habits and preferences, employing contextual awareness via its HD camera and far-field microphone. Its PC Vision Mode analyzes on-screen activity. Razer suggests Project Ava can assist with scheduling, outfit suggestions, meal planning, and problem-solving. U.S. customers can reserve Project Ava for a $20 refundable deposit, with availability expected in the second half of 2026.

AI-Powered Gaming Ecosystem Expands: Razer’s AI Workstation, Portable Accelerator, Wolverine V3 Controller, and Project Madison Unveiled at CES 2026

Razer also presented a comprehensive platform for AI development, featuring a high-performance local workstation that eliminates cloud dependency, and an open-source kit to facilitate using and fine-tuning large language models directly on the user’s computer. In collaboration with Tenstorrent, Razer created a compact, portable AI accelerator delivering desktop-level performance for tasks like image creation and language models via Thunderbolt. For couch gaming, Razer showcased the Wolverine V3 Bluetooth controller, developed with LG for cloud gaming. Razer bills it as the world’s fastest wireless gaming controller, designed for TV play without performance compromises. The Wolverine V3 is the first controller certified under LG’s Designed for LG Gaming Portal program, offering response times of less than 3ms when connected to compatible LG TVs. It features ultra-low-latency Bluetooth, built-in TV controls, and top-tier inputs, optimized for cloud gaming on LG’s webOS-powered 4K 120Hz HDR-compatible TVs that use GeForce Now. Regarding comfort and sensory experience, Project Madison, a multi-sensorial gaming chair, combines vibration, spatial sound, and lighting. The Razer Iskur V2 NewGen is designed for extended gaming sessions with improved ergonomics and temperature control. With these announcements, Razer signaled its commitment to a future where AI drives smarter, more integrated, and personalized gaming experiences.

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