Tiny full-size keyboards at 96% size and even Corsair's first leverless mechanical controller—Corsair's booth is packed with unreleased products in Japan [TGS2025]
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/142/G014279/20250926011/
Editorial Department: Toshiaki Konishi | 2025/09/25 18:30 (UTC)
On September 25, 2025, Corsair unveiled a variety of domestically unreleased new gaming devices at its booth during Tokyo Game Show 2025 (TGS2025).
In particular, the company revealed what would be Corsair’s first-ever leverless arcade stick—available only through a teaser page on their website and previously unknown worldwide. The fact that actual prototypes were on display for hands-on experience is extremely rare.
This article provides a brief introduction to these new products, primarily featuring photos.
[96% Size Full-Size Keyboard: VANGUARD 96 Series]
Let’s begin with the newly announced keyboard series, VANGUARD 96, which was just unveiled globally on September 25th.
VANGUARD 96. This is a limited edition model featuring black and white color scheme. Image Gallery No.003 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
The VANGUARD 96 series is named for its 96% size—slightly smaller than a standard full-size keyboard. According to the product information page, it measures 388mm in width, making it notably compact compared to typical gamer keyboards with numeric keypads.
This reduced footprint was achieved by omitting certain keys such as Page Up/Down and Insert. However, these missing keys can still be accessed via combinations using the [Fn] key and another key.
This is the higher-end model: VANGUARD PRO 96 Image Gallery No.002 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
Corsair’s full-size keyboards typically include additional keys called G-keys, located to the left of the main key cluster for assigning macros or other inputs (related article). However, placing such keys on the top surface tends to increase overall width.
To overcome this, Corsair positioned the G-keys along the left side of the VANGUARD 96 series—adding multi-purpose functionality without increasing total width. Reducing size while preserving features is a significant highlight.
G-keys [G1] through [G5], and the “Game Mode” button aligned on the left side Image Gallery No.004 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
Additionally, a small LCD display is featured on the top-right corner. Combined with a dial located beside it, this screen allows users to monitor volume levels, connection status, and polling rate (USB report rate).
The compact LCD measures just under 2 inches. To its right sits a dial—standardly assigned for volume control Image Gallery No.005 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
The lower-end VANGUARD 96 model uses mechanical key switches, while the higher-end VANGUARD PRO 96 features magnetic Hall-effect sensors as its switch mechanism. This enables variable actuation point functionality and rapid trigger capabilities—key strengths of this design.
Both models also support SOCD (referred to by Corsair as Flash Tap).
Corsair’s website already includes a Japanese product information page, explicitly listing the availability of Japanese-layout versions. Domestic release is therefore nearly certain. We’ll just have to wait and see when it arrives.
[Arcade Stick with Magnetic Hall-Effect Switches: NOVABLADE PRO WIRELESS]
Next up is NOVABLADE PRO WIRELESS, Corsair’s first-ever arcade stick—and specifically, the brand’s inaugural leverless model.
It appears to have official PlayStation licensing and remains unreleased even in the United States as of this article’s writing.
NOVABLADE PRO WIRELESS Image Gallery No.008 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
One display unit featured a panel on the top with an intricately designed cherry blossom branch—clearly tailored to Japanese aesthetics Image Gallery No.010 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
Although only a teaser page is currently live, specific details remain undisclosed. However, the product description refers to it as a “Hall-effect leverless controller,” suggesting that like the VANGUARD PRO 96, magnetic Hall-effect sensors are used in its switches.
These sensors offer numerous advantages—no mechanical contacts mean higher durability, lower latency, and support for variable actuation points—making them particularly well-suited for arcade sticks.
Reflecting recent trends in leverless arcade sticks, the body is notably slim. The side panels glow with color-changing LED lighting Image Gallery No.009 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
Notably, unlike most arcade sticks, the NOVABLADE PRO WIRELESS includes G-keys on its right side—similar to those found in the VANGUARD 96 series.
Given their placement, they’re unlikely suited for rapid-fire button combos during competitive play. Instead, they’re probably intended for UI shortcuts or volume control.
Five G-keys are arranged along the right side. The top-right corner also features a small touchpad Image Gallery No.011 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
Exactly how much the NOVABLADE PRO WIRELESS will cost and what features it includes remain unknown. But for fighting game enthusiasts seeking a leverless arcade stick, anticipation is certainly warranted.
[Wireless Mouse at Approx. 36g: Ultra-Lightweight e-Sports Mouse SABRE v2 PRO]
Finally, the SABRE v2 PRO—a wireless and wired mouse already announced globally with a Japanese product page now live.
White model of the SABRE v2 PRO; a black variant is also available Image Gallery No.006 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
The standout feature of this product is its impressive weight—just around 36g—even though it’s a built-in battery wireless mouse. Remarkably, it offers up to 70 hours of battery life.
Right-handed mouse with no side buttons on the right side Image Gallery No.007 thumbnail / Small 96% full-size keyboards and Corsair’s first leverless arcade stick. The Corsair booth at TGS2025 features many domestic unreleased products
The design is symmetrical in shape, but it’s a right-handed mouse with side buttons only on the left. It supports an 8000Hz polling rate (USB report rate).
Sensor specifications include a tracking resolution of up to 33,000 DPI, maximum acceleration of 50G, and a tracking speed of 750 IPS—making it one of Corsair’s top-tier mouse offerings.
For e-sports gamers seeking an exceptionally lightweight yet high-performance mouse, this model is hard to miss.