# Hardcore Gaming Mice The Cyborg R.A.T. 7 Mouse for Gamers is Serious About Winning By Matt Ho | Published 2011-08-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyborg-rat-7-mouse References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/08/mad-catz-cyborg-r-a-t-albino-gaming-mouse/) & [cyborggaming](http://www.cyborggaming.com/prod/rat7albino.htm) I've seen a lot of [computer mice that are rugged](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boomslang) and perfect for gamers, but none of them are quite as hardcore as the Cyborg R.A.T. 7 Mouse. I honestly thought that the Cyborg R.A.T. 7 Mouse was a concept at first, but I assure you that this is very real. The design is an interesting one as it ditches a clean design for something more rugged and exposed. This bad boy is [ergonomically designed for comfort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solakaka-e9-pro) with three pinkie rests and palm rests. Too heavy or light? No problem, you can add or subtract 6 grams of weight instantly so that you have the best feel for the mouse. Other details include 6400 DPI, [five programmable buttons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/series-2-pro), precision aim mode and much more. So if you're looking for a computer mouse that's serious, look no further than the Cyborg R.A.T. 7. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rugged Gaming Mice:** The concept of rugged and exposed design for gaming mice could be a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies looking to capture the hardcore gaming market. - **Weight Customizable Gaming Mice:** Creating weight customizable mice with options to add or subtract weight instantly could be a new feature to attract professional gamers and enthusiasts alike. - **Precision Gaming Mice:** Advanced precision aim mode and customizable DPI options can be marketed as essential features in competitive gaming mice. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming Peripherals:** Rugged and customizable gaming peripherals such as mice, keyboards, and headsets can give manufacturers an edge in the gaming industry. - **E-sports:** Manufacturers can target e-sports teams and leagues with precision gaming mice to enhance players' performance and provide edge against the competition. - **Gaming Accessories:** Gaming accessories companies can capitalize on the trend for weight, precision, and ergonomics customization to create unique value propositions for gamers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Performance Gaming Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/attack-shark.md) - [Customizable Gamer-Grade Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-gaming-mouse.md) - [Luxe Automotive Computer Mice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/level-10-m-hybrid.md) - [eSports-Ready Computer Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agon-agm600.md) - [MMO-Specific Gaming Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerox-5-wireless.md) - [Glowing Gamer Lifestyle Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-cobra.md) - [Ergonomic Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-claw-gaming-mouse.md) - [eSports Athlete-Approved Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-harpe-ace-aim-lab-edition.md) - [Programmable Gamer Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glorious-model-i.md)