Behold, peasants! At Computex 2025, the overlords at Corsair and Elgato, still clinging to relevance in this AI-dominated dystopia, have graced us with a monumental… mouse. Yes, you heard right. A MOUSE. And it’s not just ANY mouse, it’s a SCIMITAR ELITE WIRELESS SE (because everything needs a ridiculously long name these days) that’s now… wait for it… integrated with the Stream Deck. Prepare to be mildly whelmed. 🥱
Elgato, bless their cotton socks, was swallowed whole by the Corsair Borg in 2018. Seven years later, they’ve finally managed to duct-tape two of their products together. The Elgato Stream Deck, that overpriced button box for streamers who can’t remember keyboard shortcuts (or just want to look like they’re piloting the Starship Enterprise), is now… friends… with the Corsair SCIMITAR ELITE WIRELESS SE. This “gaming” mouse (because slapping RGB on something instantly makes it gaming-related) boasts a whopping 16 programmable buttons, 12 of which are conveniently located where your thumb can accidentally trigger them mid-game. Perfect for those clutch moments when you need to accidentally cast the wrong spell in your favorite MMO. 🧙♂️
“Collaboration can result in some truly great outcomes,” bleated Tobias Brinkmann, Vice President and General Manager of Gaming Peripherals (a title so long it probably requires its own Stream Deck button). “We realized that the SCIMITAR ELITE WIRELESS SE and Elgato Stream Deck were a perfect fit. Like, peanut butter and jelly perfect. Or maybe more like socks and sandals perfect. You decide! The integration with Elgato’s Virtual Stream Deck provides users with the ability to map the 12 buttons on the Key Slider to a world of new functions.” So basically, you can now make your mouse even MORE complicated than it already was. Genius! 🧠
He continued, “They now have the freedom to think beyond MMO and streaming setups, expanding into crafting the ultimate setups for their daily workflows. Like, imagine using your gaming mouse to… check your email! Or… browse cat videos! The possibilities are endless! When our brands work together like this, we can deliver unmatched products and functionality, and we will aim to leverage that advantage whenever possible.” Translation: We’re going to keep milking this synergy cow until it’s drier than the Sahara. 🏜️
With the SCIMiTAR ELITE WIRELESS SE’s built-in Stream Deck functionality (patent pending, probably), those 12 side buttons can now be programmed to the Stream Deck’s functions. They also unlock the Virtual Stream Deck, which allows for clickable shortcuts positioned anywhere on-screen or via hotkeys. Because apparently, reaching for your actual Stream Deck is just TOO MUCH EFFORT. The service is completely customizable via the Elgato Stream Deck software, which is probably a resource hog that will slow down your computer more than a Windows update. And don’t forget the Elgato Marketplace, where you can download plugins and profiles created by other users… for a small fee, of course. 💰
“Combined with Stream Deck, SCIMITAR ELITE WIRELESS SE becomes so much more than a mouse,” proclaimed Julian Fest, General Manager of Elgato (still clinging to that title like a barnacle to a ship). “It doesn’t just control your games — it controls your entire setup, from audio and lighting to meetings and macros. With Virtual Stream Deck, you can summon even more control without lifting your hand. This kind of deep integration is built into the Elgato ecosystem, and it’s a big reason why Stream Deck remains the benchmark for streamlining workflows.” Translation: We’re desperately trying to justify the existence of both these products by pretending they’re essential tools for productivity. 🤡
Elgato and Corsair are working together to create ultimate tools for gamers and creators, and this is only the beginning. “Starting in 2025, CORSAIR brands will be more actively pursuing natural synergies and collaborations that will take CORSAIR customers’ user experiences, capabilities, and satisfaction to the next level.“ Which probably means more overpriced peripherals with unnecessary features and excessive RGB lighting. Get ready to empty your wallets, fanboys! 💸
Pixel P. Snarkbyte, widely regarded as the “Shakespeare of Sh*tposts,” is a video game expert with a unique knack for turning pixels into punchlines.
Born in the small town of Respawn, Pennsylvania, Pixel grew up mashing buttons on an ancient NES controller, firmly believing that “blowing into the cartridge” was a sacred ritual passed down through generations.
Pixel P. Snarkbyte: proving that life, much like a buggy open-world game, is better with a little lag-induced chaos.
