# Competitive eSports Peripherals Steelseries Debuts Limited-Edition Peripherals Featuring Neo Noir By Colin Smith | Published 2021-11-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/competitive-esports-peripherals References: [steelseries](https://steelseries.com/?a)  [SteelSeries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelseries-3) is an industry leader in [competitive eSports peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-peripheral1). Its newest limited-edition product line features top-quality gaming gear inspired by the 'Neo Noir' skin in the game 'Counter Strike: Global Offensive.' Included in this definitive line of peripherals is a mouse, speaker plates, and two mousepad options. The 'Prime Mouse' uses prestige optical magnetic switches and a magnetic core to ensure delivery of accurate response times and a five times longer-lasting lifecycle than standard competitors. The mousepads are available in USB-powered RGB or standard mousepad options, but both feature a detailed Neo-Noir-inspired design. The 'Arctis Pro' speaker plates are cosmetic parts that slot into any SteelSeries [Arctis Pro headset](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelseries-arctis-nova-elite). The Prime Mouse and full-size RGB mousepad retails for $69.99, while the standard QcK mousepad retails for $19.99. If you're interested in customizing your current headset, the Arctis Pro plates retail for $29.99 and are only available in North America. Image Credit: SteelSeries ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Esports Peripherals:** Developing customizable peripherals for online gaming competitions to provide a competitive edge. - **Limited-edition Gaming Gear:** Releasing hyper-specific gaming accessories to cater to the growing eSports audience and enthusiasts. - **Cosmetic Headset Parts:** Creating interchangeable cosmetic parts for headsets so consumers can personalize their gaming experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Peripherals:** Providing upgraded, specialized gaming peripherals to attract and retain competitive gamers. - **Fashion:** Collaborating with gaming companies to create fashion-forward accessories, catering to the eSports lifestyle trend. - **Online Retail:** Catering to the gaming market by offering eSports-specific products and accessories can lead to growth in online retail. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Esports Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelseries-3.md) - [Skin-Inspired Gaming Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mouseskins.md) - [Player Peripheral Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaimin-gladiators.md) - [Battle Royale Gaming Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-pubg.md) - [Organization-Backed Esports Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faze-clan-5.md) - [Ghostly Finish PC Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelseries-ghost-collection.md) - [Esports-Themed Tech Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-3.md) - [Premium RGB Gaming Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelseries-1.md) - [Pro-Grade Gamer PC Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-g-pro-series.md)