| SteelSeries Introduces Shift MMO Keyset |
Posted by Skitch on 11/18/2010 |

SteelSeries, the leading manufacturer of gaming peripherals and accessories today, introduced the
SteelSeries MMO Keyset for the
Shift gaming keyboard.
The SteelSeries MMO Keyset transforms the Shift into a feature-rich MMO
Keyboard with an intuitive, preconfigured layout of keys that are
labeled for movement, communication, and emotes. The new keyset brings
gamers a superior and more cost-effective keyboard option compared to
buying an MMO-only keyboard.
"The new MMO Keyset is an excellent example of how the SteelSeries Shift
Keyboard is offering gamers an entirely new set-up, specific to the
type of game they're currently playing, without having to commit to a
big purchase, " said Bruce Hawver, SteelSeries' CEO.
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Each SteelSeries Shift Keyset is identified and made compatible with
the Shift's base through the SteelSeries ID2C, a unique, programmed chip
found on the backside of each keyset that is powered by SteelSeries
Engine Software. The software provides easy, intuitive drag-and-drop
macro management and recording capabilities for every key. Gamers can
toggle between three layers of F keys including two emote layers,
enabling 24 of the most common pre-programmed MMO emotes. While, on the
right side of the Keyset, players can shift between three layers of A
keys, which are preconfigured for custom mappings. Users will also
appreciate quick access to the voice key for instant push-to-talk.
Compatible with all current MMO titles, the MMO Keyset can be
entirely customized, providing gamers with the ability to record a
sequence of actions with delays and then map that sequence to any key.
Every key can be further remapped in 3 layers allowing several different
actions on a single key. With its anti-ghosting capability the Shift
allows up to 7 simultaneous keystrokes making it an ultimate tool for
keyboard-extensive MMO games.
The SteelSeries Shift MMO Keyset is sold separately from the SteelSeries Shift Keyboard for $24.99 USD.