Razer announced the launch of the new Razer Kishi V2 for Android, with an iPhone release confirmed for later this year.
The Razer Kishi V2 is an innovative and award-winning mobile gaming controller. It brings console-quality controls and gameplay to the smartphone.
Best-in-Class Upgrades
Razer’s 16 plus years of product expertise in the PC and console gaming space brings its advancements to the Kishi V2. Inspired by the Razer Wolverine V2 console controller, it also features the same high-quality inputs. The new Share button allows gamers to quickly capture stills and video clips, and share to social media. The controller also introduces dual multifunction buttons. It also has the ability to launch the all-new Razer Nexus app with the push of a button.
“The original Razer Kishi blew the doors open for a new category of console-quality controls for the mobile gaming market, and we’re thrilled that Kishi V2 is pushing that experience forward in every possible way. With the cutting-edge technology that we’ve packed into Kishi V2, players can now enjoy the same look and feel of their favorite console and PC games wherever they go without skipping a beat.”
Razer’s Head of Mobile & Console Division, Richard Hashim.
The Razer Kishi V2’s structural design has also been reimagined. It has a simplified bridge that provides a stable feel and universal smartphone compatibility. It also incorporates a comfortable grip for better ergonomics. These design innovations bring greater accessibility and an improved user experience to every gamer. Finally, the Kishi V2 delivers native and cloud game control through a USB-C connection and pass-through charging ports. This allow the device to be charged without interrupting gameplay.
Razer Nexus App (Free Download)
Powered by the brand-new Razer Nexus app, the Razer Kishi V2 is built for maximum versatility and customizability. It instantly launches with just a press of a button. This provides quick access to installed games, immediate YouTube or Facebook streaming capabilities, compatible game discovery, and controller settings. The app is now available to download for Android, and will be available soon for iPhone later this year. You can download the app on link below.
Razer Kishi V2 for Android Specifications
| Dimensions | 220 x 117 x 47 mm |
| Weight | 284 g |
| Buttons | • Two clickable analog thumbsticks • One mechanical D-pad • Four face buttons • Two triggers (L2/R2) • Two bumpers (L1/R1) • Two multifunction buttons (M1/M2) • Menu and Options buttons • Share button (requires Razer Nexus) • Razer Nexus app launch button • One status indicator light (charging) |
| Connectivity | USB Type-C |
| Smartphone Charging | pass through via USB Type C port |
| Mobile App | Razer Nexus (replacing the older Razer Kishi app) |
| Product Requirements | Android 9.0 Pie or later |
| Compatibility | • Razer Phone/Phone 2 • Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+/S9/S9+/S10/S10+/S20 series/S21 series • Samsung Galaxy Note 8/Note 9/Note 10/Note 10+ • Google Pixel 2/3/4/5/6 • and many other Android devices |
Source: Press Release
