| A4TECH V3 Bloody Gun3 Gaming Mouse |
| Reviews - Featured Reviews: Input Devices | |
| Written by Ami Young | |
| Monday, 11 February 2013 | |
A4Tech V3 Bloody Gaming Mouse Review
Manufacturer: A4Tech, a division of Azend Group Full Disclosure: The product sample used in this article has been provided by A4Tech. If you've ever gone shopping for a gaming mouse, you've seen the myriads of different options that are available, from multiple buttons, to high-DPI sensors, and tons of other things. Ultimately, one needs to look at what you play for games the majority of the time to pick the right mouse for you, as some features are more applicable depending on what you play. A4Tech developed their V3 Bloody Multi-Core Gun3 gaming mouse with shooters in mind, and that shows in every aspect of this mouse. From the packaging to the features, this is definitely a FPS's mouse. In this article, Benchmark Reviews tests the A4Tech V3 in multiple FPS games, as well as in general computer tasks.
V3 Bloody Gun3 FeaturesSource: A4Tech The V3 Bloody Gun3 gaming mouse, featuring A4TECH's Pinpoint Optic technology, allows users to adjust the shooting rate and recoil-suppression without additional software, to rectify trajectory and increase shooting accuracy. Users can also utilize the armory to maintain and adjust game play options based on individual preferences. The V3 Bloody Gun3 gaming mouse features the following:
The Bloody Ultra Core 3 gaming mouse is also equipped with Oscar Macro Editing software, allowing users to edit their own macros using a combination of simple logic commands or by using command combinations, reducing finger fatigue. The Oscar Macro Sharing feature completes this gaming mouse, as users can program, upload and share classical macros, as well as download preferable macros and immediately upgrade the mouse with ease. A4Tech V3 SpecificiationsBasic Parameters:
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Closer Look: V3 Bloody Gun3The V3 Bloody Gun3 is a gaming mouse geared towards first-person shooter gamers and their demands. V3 Bloody measures 5" long by 3" wide and approx. 2" tall, weighing in at 155 grams. V3 Bloody has a 5.9 foot cord, and a rebber-like finish to minimize fingerprints. It has two LED lights, one pulsating one in the handprint at the bottom, and one on the mouse wheel that changes color based on which core you are using.
A4Tech sends you everything you could need for this mouse for a while to come. With that, and all the features, this was a cool package to open up. V3 Bloody Gun3 PerformanceWhen looking at the performance of a mouse, a lot of different factors come into play. Not only is it important to note how well a mouse does at its intended task, for example, headshotting your enemies, but it is also important that it fills all the other roles you need. Photo editing, internet browsing, other video games, all these come into play when you are evaluating the performance of a mouse.
While testing this mouse, I played multiple first person shooters (Crysis, Halo, Battlefield) as well as my usual MMOs, other third person games (Darskiders II). I also worked in GIMP, Photoshop and Firefox/Chrome.
Disclaimer: I do not usually play tons of FPS games. However, even though I don't play lots of them, I do notice the issues that plague many FPS gamers. Muscle fatigue, as well as recoil, are something that this mouse assists in eliminating. The auto-recoil suppression provided a noticeable improvement in my shot groupings, as well as the real-time traajectory adjustment. The multiple cores allowed me to switch between games comfortably and easily, although the DPI does feel a little bit low.
The macro editing software did it's job, allowing me to create macros to execute multiple commands in games with one button press. V3 Bloody Gun3 ConclusionIMPORTANT: Although the rating and final score mentioned in this conclusion are made to be as objective as possible, please be advised that every author perceives these factors differently at various points in time. While we each do our best to ensure that all aspects of the product are considered, there are often times unforeseen market conditions and manufacturer changes which occur after publication that could render our rating obsolete. Please do not base any purchase solely on our conclusion as it represents our product rating specifically for the product tested, which may differ from future versions of the same product. Benchmark Reviews begins our conclusion with a short summary for each of the areas that we rate. Beginning with features, the V3 Bloody Gun3 offers many different features, almost all of which are tailored towards FPS gamers. While my experience is limited, I did feel that it delivered on its feature claims, and definitely did notice an improvement in my shooting in FPS games. As for the multi-core system, this is an absolute bonus for me as I switch between multiple games. The lens stayed clean and I wasn't having to blow it out every few days, even when using the mouse on my bed. I noticed a slight difference in the response time between this mouse and my current one, which was interesting to adjust to.
Appearance is the next category, and the V3 Bloody Gun3 delivers here as well. Combining a sleek design, with a really cool pulsing handprint, and a black and red wrapped cord, this mouse has a cool factor. The rubberized top adds to the look of this mouse, as well as providing a comfortable grip surface. It's difficult to really grade something like appearance, as appearance is subjective, but I liked the look of this mouse. The mouse is constructed well, with a durable feel, even though it is a light mouse. The finish is solid on the mouse, and the cord is wrapped well. The lens is kept well-protected, and the buttons click firmly. For performance, there are some concrete benchmarks that can be done simply through using the mouse in your day to day computer life. With the V3 Bloody Gun3, the performance was tested in different games. I noticed a large difference between my accuracy before using the V3 Bloody, and after, with the increase being from the mouse. The only thing I would have liked extra was a higher DPI sensor, and that's mostly because I run two high def screens. As of February 2013, the A4Tech V3 Bloody Gun3 retails for $32.00 (Newegg / Amazon). For a gaming mouse with all the features this boasts, it is very economical. It's difficult to get any gaming mouse for that price, much less one with any discernible features. An excellent entry from A4Tech for the budget mouse department.Pros: |
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