ASUS JAPAN Inc. announced that it will sequentially release four of the latest gaming products from its gaming brand, Republic of Gamers (ROG), starting in mid-October 2026!
The lineup features a controller supporting up to 8,000Hz, 4K OLED gaming monitors, and a gaming Mini PC.
Note: This article is based on information released in Japan. For pricing and availability in other countries and regions, please refer to your local official website.
Four of ROG's Latest Gaming Products Launching Sequentially in Japan!
The four new products scheduled for release are as follows:
- ROG Raikiri II Pro PC Controller for PC
- ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM and ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM gaming monitors
- ROG NUC 16 Mini PC
All of them are exhibited for the first time in Japan at the ROG booth during Tokyo Game Show 2026.
ROG Raikiri II Pro PC Supporting up to 8,000Hz
The ROG Raikiri II Pro PC is a gaming controller designed for PC featuring ultra-fast response times and extensive customization options.
It supports a polling rate of up to 8,000Hz in both wired and 2.4GHz wireless modes.
For joysticks, it incorporates swappable TMR joysticks that suppress unintended inputs while enabling precise control.
The controller also features two additional bumpers and four detachable rear buttons.
Users can adjust button mapping, vibration intensity, lighting, and other settings directly via the built-in full-color display.
When connected via 2.4GHz, it provides up to 79 hours of battery life.
ROG Raikiri II Pro PC is scheduled for release around late October 2026.
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ROG Raikiri II Pro PC Controller |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5 |
| Polling Rate | Up to 8,000Hz (Wired / 2.4GHz) |
| Battery Life | Up to 79 hours |
| Compatible OS | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Dimensions (W × H × L) | 105 × 65 × 155 mm |
| Weight | 345 g (including cable) |
| Color | Black/White |
Two OLED Monitor Models Switching Between 4K and Full HD
For gaming monitors, the 31.5-inch ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM and the 26.5-inch ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM are making their entrance.
Both models feature 4K-resolution True Tandem RGB OLED panels.
By employing an RGB stripe subpixel layout without white subpixels, they deliver razor-sharp text clarity and highly accurate color reproduction.
The monitors feature Dual Mode, enabling users to switch between 4K resolution at 240Hz and Full HD resolution at 480Hz.
Boasting a 0.03ms response time, they handle everything from visually breathtaking cinematic titles to fast-paced competitive esports games.
ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM and ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM are scheduled to launch around mid-October 2026.
| Product Overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM | ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM |
| Panel Size | 31.5 inches | 26.5 inches |
| Surface Treatment | TrueBlack Glossy | TrueBlack Glossy |
| Resolution | 4K (3,840 × 2,160) | 4K (3,840 × 2,160) |
| Refresh Rate | 240Hz at 4K / 480Hz at FHD | 240Hz at 4K / 480Hz at FHD |
| Response Time | 0.03ms (GTG) | 0.03ms (GTG) |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 99% | DCI-P3 99% |
ROG NUC 16: Packing High Performance Into a Compact Approx. 3L Chassis
The ROG NUC 16 is a gaming Mini PC housed in a compact chassis of approximately 3 liters.
It is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU.
Beyond gaming, it effortlessly handles video production and AI workloads.
For thermal management, it adopts QuietFlow Cooling, which balances cooling efficiency with quiet operation.
A detachable dedicated stand allows for both vertical and horizontal placement.
ROG NUC 16 is scheduled to launch around November 2026.
For full details on each product, visit the ROG Official Website or check the official ROG JAPAN X account (@ASUSROGJP).
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ROG NUC 16 |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU |
| Memory | DDR5-6400 CSODIMM, up to 128GB |
| Wired LAN | 2.5Gbps LAN |
| Wireless LAN | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |