Razer has unveiled a slew of exciting innovations at CES 2026, focusing heavily on AI enhancements for both hardware and software. The spotlight is on Project Motoko, an AI-enabled gaming headset that embodies Razer’s forward-thinking approach. Alongside this is Project Ava, a desk-based AI companion that promises to revolutionize personal tech spaces.
In addition to their AI offerings, Razer introduced new products without AI components, such as the Wolverine V3 Bluetooth controller, touted as ‘the world’s fastest wireless gaming controller’. Also showcased were new gaming chairs, including a futuristic design concept and an upgraded Razer Iskur chair designed for optimal cooling.
Project Motoko: The Future of Gaming Headsets
Project Motoko is an innovative concept that merges a Razer gaming headset with AI, powered by a Snapdragon chip. Dual cameras are integrated into the earcups, allowing the headset to perceive the user’s point of view, making it possible to ask in-game questions such as ‘how do I beat this boss?’. The headset is designed to harness existing AI platforms, offering users a variety of options including ChatGPT and others.
Beyond gaming, the headset is depicted in marketing materials performing tasks such as summarizing book pages, suggesting recipes, and even designing workouts. However, gaming applications remain the focal point, with Razer aiming to launch this product within the year.
Project Ava: Your AI Desk Companion
For those seeking a stationary AI assistant, Project Ava is designed as a personable gadget that sits on your desk. Featuring a 5.5-inch animated ‘hologram’, Ava personifies AI with several select avatars. It can observe and hear you through its built-in camera and microphone and offers USB connectivity for screen sharing, bringing a futuristic touch to your workspace. While gaming remains a central theme, Ava’s abilities extend to personal scheduling and even fashion advice.
Wolverine V3 Bluetooth and Next-Gen Gaming Chairs
The Wolverine V3 Bluetooth controller is raising eyebrows with its claimed ultra-low latency performance, surpassing even 2.4GHz wireless connections. Designed for cloud gaming, especially on LG TVs, it utilizes innovative Bluetooth technology to achieve response times of under 3ms, while also controlling select LG TV models.
Continuing the innovation in gaming ergonomics, Razer presents the Iskur V2 NewGen. This next-gen chair features advanced lumbar support and uses EPU leather for enhanced thermal management. Meanwhile, Project Madison embodies the immersive gaming experience with integrated lighting, sound, and haptic feedback systems.
New Razer Iskur chairs are already available for pre-order, priced at $650 for the V2 model and $350 for the simpler V2 X version.
Project Madison showcases Razer’s ambition to integrate the senses into gaming, though its commercial release remains to be seen.