Your gaming mouse is a key part of your battle station. During long and intense games, it will stay perfectly cupped in your hand, enduring endless clicks and a torrent of sweat bursting from your palms. So, it deserves some special treatment. That’s why you might be considering fitting it out with an appropriate mouse grip.
Not only can this gaming accessory help you get a grip, but it can elevate your gameplay and protect your precious peripheral at the same time. We’re going to cover what makes a mouse grip so useful, why you want to consider investing in one, and which is right for your gaming mouse.
Why Should I Use a Mouse Grip?
Picture the scene; you’re deep in a game of Fortnite. It’s the bottom of the ninth, everything has come down to you and one other player. You’ve got them lined up for one big, finish move, your fingers already shifting to make the winning click. Then disaster! Your digits slide from the sweat on the slick and slippery smooth surface of your gaming mouse. You miss the buttons you were aiming for and fudge the shot. Now, you’re taking a frying pan to your face and it’s game over. This is the nightmare mouse grips seek to eliminate.
A mouse grip adds friction and, in some cases, sweat absorption to this precious peripheral. This extra level of control and reliability is great in general and crucial in high-intensity games. Not only that, but they often have a very stylish design that can give your gaming mouse a more personal feel.
How Do Mouse Grips Work?
While the material used is often different depending on the manufacturer, it is all to achieve the same end. Mouse grips will typically have a textured surface, which will generate more friction than the usually smooth surface of your gaming mouse. The material used will promote grip, such as the Durasoft Polymer (DSP) used by Lizard Skins. Some will also have sweat-wicking properties. This will keep the moisture off your gaming mouse as you perspire, helping you to get a grip.
Attaching them doesn’t require any witchcraft. Mouse grips take the form of tape that typically has a self-adhesive backing. Once you have yours, you’ll have to apply it to your gaming mouse yourself.
Which is Right for My Gaming Mouse?
Mouse grips can come pre-cut while others will need trimming out. The latter gives you the freedom to make it suitable for you and your gaming mouse. On the other hand, you can get universal pre-cut grip tape, which gives you a set number of shapes to apply as you please.
Some mouse grips are made specifically for a certain gaming mouse. If your model has its own bespoke mouse grip, it is well worth picking that option. Otherwise, you just need to choose between the convenience of pre-cut grip tape or the more customisable alternative.
Matches Made in Heaven
If you’re looking for some grip tape to go with your gaming mouse or a perfect pair to pick up, then look no further! Here at Overclockers UK, we have plenty of mouse grips on offer as well as some premium peripheral partners to level up your game even more! We have a couple of pairings below, but you can browse our full ranges of both gaming mice and grip tapes with just the click of a button.
Glorious Model I USB RGB Lightweight Gaming Mouse
If you’re after a brand-new gaming mouse for your setup, then the Glorious Model I could easily be the one for you. This ultra-lightweight wired model clocks in at a feather-like 69g, meaning it will effortlessly glide across your mouse pad. Featuring swappable buttons and Glorious’s proprietary BAMF sensor, you can take advantage of adjustable DPI up to 19,000. It looks stylish too, with an iconic honeycomb shell design, dazzling RGB lighting, and one of two colour options.
Glorious Model I Gaming Mouse Grip Tape
To go with that gaming mouse, Glorious has made some dedicated mouse grip tape. Coming in eight pre-cut pieces, it provides complete coverage for your Model I. Easy to apply with 3M adhesive backing, this lovely low-profile tape is only 0.5mm thick. Its slip-resistant texture also has sweat-wicking properties to really help you get a grip on your gaming mouse.
Endgame Gear OP1we Gaming Mouse
Another perfect pairing, we have the Endgame Gear OP1we gaming mouse and Skin Set. This wireless gaming mouse is equipped with high-performance components, such as a Pixart PAW3370 sensor and CompX CX52850 MCU. Every facet of this mouse has been primed for pixel precision and esports, even down to the Kailh GO optical switches with tactile feedback. Plus, with a line of accessories and a hybrid skate design, the OP1we is moddable to your exact preferences. Starting with colour choice!
Endgame Gear OP1we Skin Set
The Endgame Gear OP1we Skin Set is a four pack of grips designed specifically for the OP1we. Manufactured from synthetic rubber, they enhance your grip on the sides and main buttons. Perfect for those who utilise the claw or fingertip grip. These grips are easy to apply, and already pre-cut for your convenience. Once again, you can choose between black and white editions.
Never Lose Grip Again
Do you use grip tape on your gaming mouse? Let us know how it boosted your set up in the comments below!
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Jacob Smith
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Jacob is a passionate gamer, plus a noted Pokemon and LEGO nutjob, who emerges only when doing the words here at Overclockers UK. Since starting at the tail end of 2021, Jacob has gone on to write dozens of blogs on everything from the latest games to whimsical Dickens-inspired poetry. Outside of creating content and being the one person in the office daring to champion Nintendo, he is often found fawning over his Pokemon card collection and his trio of lovely doggos.
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