Razer Nostromo Review by Swifty (WoW Gameplay/Commentary)

[@Lrn2hmp]

Miss this swifty

[@MadPointlessTV]

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[@deceptikhon]

I think we grew up in the same era swifty and when I watch your videos of how you got to where you are I think to myself geee this guys a real inspiration. I really love the story of your arcade operation days and actually making a living off it. much respect.

[@Yokenshiro11]

it's been 11 years and am still using my nostromo daily for gaming, that mini keyboard is a beast that has been with me for so long :)

[@anthonyc2488]

By far the best review possible answer most any and every question you can have, great job, and thank you Swifty for taking the time to review it, completely helped me decide to get both the Nostromo keypad and Naga mouse

[@sparto2132]

Dude omg, I remember watching this video when I like 13 years old because I wanted to play WOW but hated the key layout so got a nostromo and have been playing MMO's ever since. This video brings back so many memories and it's just a review!

[@RaginKagen]

Awesome, thanks for making that review/demo of the Nostromo. I was on the fence about getting one for SWTOR but now I am definitely ordering one.

[@stevecav1138]

I've read stacks of reviews but this answered all the REAL questions I had (eg sitting it on your knee). I'm sold.

[@cod4andmw2vidguy]

Swifty Thank you ever since i got the Razer Nostromo ive stopped from being a clicker and started keybinding it helped me improve my DPS by a Ton in PvP

[@JACKxTHExRIPPER]

just bought one, and its pretty awesome so far. made a macro to log into SWTOR, and remapped a few things. gonna get more in depth with it now hopefully

[@Newbpwng]

I have Nostromo for few months now and it is amazing, will never have to buy a full sized gaming keyboard again ever

[@DKCrusaders]

never once have i ever been dissapointed by you swifty you always make my day with ur uplifting spirit and it never fails!!! keep it up bro

[@johanlmcom]

Another tip is one can use the scrollwheel for changing stances. OR Target closest X (scroll back) Target next (scroll up) Target focus (click) I use a classical Mx518 and were looking around for a replacement, found your Naga video and then this. So going to get the Naga. ;)

[@scottallenbrogan8871]

thank you for your video!!! I'm a truck driver and mobility really huge for me. I just got the nicest gaming laptop on the market right now, so I'm ready to get gaming while traveling the country :D This shoud defintely help!!

[@Noobalurt]

@xKbps1 @9:15 he show you his setup. The WASD keys were left unchanged... If you read bad reviews on the Nastromo, its almost always over the D-Pad, and the users Failed attempt to use it for movement. The up, down, left, right on the D pad are awesome FOR HOT KEYS / CUSTOM Macros... The points in-between them not so great... Just don't be a noob thinking you going to use it like a Snes controller to moving around with.

[@johanlmcom]

@skarpskyttar I had 2 "main"s. Warrior (Played main tank and Arena) and Priest. The trick is to use the Nostromo as a extension to the game aka rely on the ingame mechanics and adapt the Nostromo to that aka use the Nostromo as a keyboard, NOT as a 3rd program macro monster. What I did on my warrior is that tied the stance buttons to the Nostromo scrollwheel. Up > Arms , Down > Fury , Click > Defence Then the Nostromo keys 1 > 12 mirrors ingames 1 > 0 and +, ´´ on the regular keyboard.

[@cjmk88]

i ordered mine today just waiting on delivery cant wait

[@Dookitydook]

Just received mine from amazon and tried it out. So far i really like it, being a clicker its so much faster OMG

[@DeathInSilver]

Great review, I was looking at this earlier today and was unsure about it till I saw your review. Keep up the good work!

[@johanlmcom]

On the downside you "loose" on a way the other 2 "thumbbuttons", atleast for vital functions. Reason is simply that if you reaches for those you stop to a halt. But they still have uses, as for "autorun" as an example. You will be amazed how much easier AND relaxing for the hand it will be to run with the cross and stear with the mouse.

[@TheKingofBling]

Depends if you still play WoW or a similar mmo, if you mean still buy one, yes, it's been in the store since this video came out.

[@sims2player99124]

i like how most people make a 1 min video point out one minor flaw and say it's shit. while you make a 12 min video pointing out every pro/con about it which is why is enjoy YOU!

[@kishendev3736]

u SIR got my utmost respect !!! even u've got sponsors ur still using ur old mouse mat!!!! respect from A MALAYSIA wow player here!!!!!!!! GUA SALUTE LU AH BRADER!!!! (IT MEANS I SALUTE U BROTHER IN MALAYSIAN LANGUAGE)

[@KronicMind]

This is the gamepad I've been looking for, thanks for the review!

[@johanlmcom]

@LvKingsfield No. to QWES > thumbjoystick and stear with the mouse. Then all the regular keys are open for normal the normal hotbar. Atleast I think this is the best way to do it.

[@Railer61]

My setup was inspired by Swiftys setup, gotten so used to my Nostromo now that going back to a keyboard would really feel weird. And not only do I use it for WoW, but Skyrim and TF2 which I play mainly now and works real well.

[@Elweenieloco]

its nice, adjustable wrist wrest and you can switch the directional pad for a 4-way to an analogue toggle. surprised there was no mention....

[@johanlmcom]

@datCRUNKbuay Yes. You use the "thumbjoystick". The trick is to NOT program it to WASD, but to QWES (front/back, strafe left/right) and then you stear with the most for turns. I used to play Area like that. It's a very "relaxing" setup for your hand and can play hours and hours without any problems.

[@johanlmcom]

I been using the Nostromo n52 since it 1st came out aka the Grey nonGlowing one for mmorpg's and I still love it. Been playing for years as a main healer/tank, secondary healer/tank + WoW Arena PvP and can't live without it. When they "Grey" went out out of production I even stocked up on 4 more some years ago. The original one still works so I havn't even taken em out of the boxes yet. :P

[@docwes1]

You are the man i was contemplating if i should get the nostromo since i already had the belkin but you made me a believer so i will be upgrading to it i already own the naga and love it WEwt~ Thanks for the video on showing how you do macros and bindings its really helpful to see how a pro does it

[@MrWowzrzz]

This is what you call an in depth review!

[@Syllaren]

@datCRUNKbuay the current nostromo game pad comes with 15 basic keys, 9 keys for a joystick, a small button above the joystick(extremely quick access), and a scroll wheel. every single key can be any key you want, in addition to this the naga he mentions in the vid(i use the same) has the 1 through = layout on the side in addition to a programmable scroll and 2 programmable buttons. if you have a problem binding a movement keys somewhere in that you have problems more important than that xp

[@Dracotonis]

I just got one of these, getting used to it, its hard to go from a keyboard to this but im sticking to it, its so comfortable!

[@MrKirk91]

Swifty, Thanks to your awesome review i bought a nostromo :) it comes tomorrow and i can't wait. :) Thank you dude!

[@Railer61]

I just got a nostromo a few days ago. It was big for my hand at first, small to begin with. Gotten used to it, and I use the D pad for movement in wow, So then I can use the spell buttons without stopping my attacking to hit a movement key. I'm a mouse turner so it all works out.

[@Tiremanjd66]

Just getting into gaming and have the Naga. Am considering getting the Nostromo, thanks Swifty for that review! :)

[@itspism]

It depends on how much you are willing to pay, the Nomstromo is the cheaper version of the orbweaver. they have their own pros and cons, but if have the money, buy the orbweaver.

[@Atrazeal]

The plastic screw wells that keep the circuit board fastened in place are weak and take all the weight of your button mashing. I solved with by placing two twist ties as shims on the other side of the board to keep it pressed against where the keys could reach.

[@Antichrist11111]

I've never liked swifty simply because everyone was so crazy about him, but after seeing this, I must admit he is bloody awesome! And what an amazing tool, definately going to consider buying one

[@Jiakurai]

I've had mine for a while. The d-pad isn't that bad at all. I love it for using it as a Joystick.

[@Rizamusic]

@ANBisme the razer nostromo Mac driver is currently under development and should be released sometime in the next few following months (according to Razer), but they've pushed back the Mac driver release date so many times.

[@DarthXile]

I use my Nostro on my leg too. no desk to play at, Just me on my couch, Nostro on my leg, Naga on the arm rest, on a nice big TV. I love my Nostro.

[@AWVfilm]

Im getting both of them at the same time now, and i just think it will be much easier with all the available key binds with the nostromo and naga combined and so much will be close to hand

[@114Proto]

Im sold. I just bought mine because of this video. Keep doing what you are doing.

[@thegamegeek13]

Just got the nostromo yesterday. Never letting go of it.

[@Rizamusic]

@ANBisme right now, it's not. However, razer is apparently going to launch a Mac driver for the nostromo sometime within the next few months. I couldn't wait so I went ahead and bought the G13 instead.

[@zackthelmo155]

Man I have this too and it's awesome! The thing I love most is that I use button 16 so I can switch to my pvp mode and farming mode so quickly in world of warcraft

[@ethanstreet2000]

Could you do a tutorial for that long macro please?

[@KingGuddles]

@Flipzys theres 4 buttons in the same sequence as WASD on the Nos. Use them

[@TPYgaming]

Thank you so much Swifty! I allways get carpal tunnel when gaming and you have just informed to me that there is a solutio

[@Atrazeal]

After a few a few months of playing my F key (key 10) began to not work sometimes until it stopped working all together. After not using my "10" key anymore for a while none of the keys worked and the board the keys push down on was obviously loose. If this happens to anyone else (that is not under warranty) should take it apart (it's fairly simple), make sure all of the flat white cables are plugged al the way in they're slots (they are just plugged in so they do wiggle out), find a board shim.

[@MrColdroom]

i came across your channel through athene! i have been watching all of your videos! keep up the good work :)

[@webdivauk]

You would still need a mouse imho but not necessarily a gaming one with lots of additional buttons. However, team it with a gaming mouse and it's a powerful combination.

[@mattsayswaht]

It's at their site, depending if you bout Belkin or Razer.

[@DarthXile]

@sPiiN1337 I've only just gotten into the whole idea of making presets and such, mostly cause it bothered me to have the useless CAPS key. I think you can switch the fly, at the very least you could create a quick macro to do it for you like you saw in this vid. But I recommend this to everyone. It's the most comfortable thing ever.

[@JakobSmit]

Just got both the Razer BlackWidow Ultimate and the Nostromo for my birthday, damn i'm happy! :D

[@71tatz]

i am so looking into your setup man. keep up the vidz you made me love my warrior again!!

[@johnwayne2103]

One thing I can never get a hang of is these mice with all these buttons on the side cause issues because I grip the mouse on the sides to move it and press multiple buttons. I use the N52 with a Trackball and works fantastic.

[@HaVeNation]

That looks amazing, great vid Swifty!! I hope i can get a Nostromo some day!!

[@WarriorMuddy]

Got my Nostromo and it really work great in pvp. all my necessary skills on my left hand.

[@JasonV8S550]

great review as always, I am sold. Gonna have to get one of these.

[@Dejoblue]

Great video. I have tried for years to get people to try the N52. Once you stick with it and get used to it, you simply cant go back. I have the original n52 and the te and want to make the change over to the Razer. I know from experience that the product had better support and better drivers and software since Razer's involvement, I cant wait to get the Razer Nostromo now. This video cinched it for me to upgrade. (DAMN that software is the shit!)

[@Tiberiustank]

Thanks swifty for the great review,saving up for your epic set up to give me the advantage in wow:)

[@FFXITheGodOfPain]

when it comes to Swifty... oh god this is going to be one long ass review

[@knightGunners78]

excellent review swifty you are my number 1 favourite wow player

[@webdivauk]

It's really good and works well with a mouse such as a Naga. It's made a huge difference to my game play.

[@devastation1917]

well the old n52te didn't do this very well (if you disable the diagonal buttons it worked but not as well as using wasd) I don't know about the new one as I don't own it,. hope this helped a little. I would like to say that this is a very comfortable bit of kit.

[@jbpartyboy]

Thanks for this video it helped me finally make a decision on which Razer product to purchase.

[@quickmax4648]

I'm gonna buy this for sure when I go to Brisbane

[@Yalifin]

Thanks! Was looking for info about Nostromo. Now I need to buy one.

[@sheepmellow]

Excellent review. Answered a lot of my questions. Thank you so much!!

[@skateoria]

Why do you have another Goliathus under your nostromo?

[@MrPluii]

i have a razer nostromo myself, and i love it!

[@johanlmcom]

@skarpskyttar You can't, but in a way you can. You make a macro (aka you press "record" and then push the keyboardkeys that you want activated.) and then you can actually press every single key on the keyboard at the same time. You just take away the timedelays recorded in between each press. Or you calculate the "cooldown time" between each ability for it to work and set that as a timed delay in the macroprogram.

[@chrisnj2000]

I bought one, can't wait for it to come in mail

[@eg0tisticool]

This works well for more than just MMO's. I use this thing for all my FPS and RTS I play, i'm so used to it now! :D

[@Anawsomeplauge]

awsome review, ure the one that convinced me to use razer for my gaming equipment

[@SAPAAMP]

I am going to buy the Nostromo NOW :) Thanks for the review Swifty :)

[@aja23136]

unless your going for something portable go with the black widow I got the nostromo and while i do love it i find it does not have enough keys. It is great for games that do not use a lot of keys but for games that do you will need a full sized keyboard

[@MagethaTheLion]

Eres una inspiracion para los jovenes que queremos entrar al mundo de la industria de los gamez big hug from Uruguay! :D luv ur vidz!

[@rgarcia831]

first time watching one of your videos and i have to say this guy is tight

[@tnartey]

Lol I remember watching your review of the belkin version 2 years ago, I instantly bought it and haven't played a game without it.

[@Madelion]

Spending Spree activated. Naga Epic, Blackwidow Ultimate, Carcharias and Nostromo incoming soon!

[@IamNemoN01]

I've been using the N52te for a while, and it IS a secret weapon (I also use the Naga). I've had people ask me how I can do such good DPS, and they just don't get it when I tell them it's the N52 (and a lot of practice). Only problem, Razer refuses to update drivers for Mac Lion. So you either have to get a new Nostromo, or get ControllerMate. But controller mate comes in handy for other things too, so it's a good investment for $15.00 USD.

[@ethanfisher-perez9620]

I'm thinking of buying the logitech g710+ and a g400s. Or maybe I could buy a blackwidow 2013. Which should I choose?

[@EliteGear1]

Just got mine learning curve here I come!!!

[@Sillvirgaming]

The Nostromo can work VERY well for FPS games as well as DOTA and League of Legends. It can be used all around imo.

[@emerion-gaming]

I already got the Razer Naga mouse.. It makes my Rogue PvP a lot easier. i might also buy this awsome peace of equipment.

[@julianakaff888]

Best Review i have ever seen!

[@residentevil327]

they are both good when used together but it depends what your playing if you want just one out of the 2 equipments....

[@MichelleQuevedo]

This is a really great review and instruction. Do you recommend using Nostromo with a naga mouse for mmo play?

[@Vgunson]

Swifty, you are my inspiration.

[@NoMereRanger73]

Great review. I really have a better understanding of he razor nostromo. Saw it first on VGHS and fell in love. This is awesome! (and that's coming from a 360 gamer)

[@53v3r3]

hey swifty, based on the strength of this review, i went and purchased my very own razer nostromo, which is quite expensive here at $130. right now, im having to relearn how to play as muscle memory between my keyboard and the nostromo is quite different. anyway, in anticipation of my performance improving, i wanted to say thanks.

[@roribeedm]

@DaellyraGaming Naga first. All the number keys right under your thumb it eliminates the stretch for 9.

[@owca6666]

@Socomnick yes u can bind anything to almost any button on nostromo

[@laharl90]

@theparkers2004 hold the left and right mouse button on the mouse to run on WoW.

[@GarlingerBrettJ]

I've checked out some of your other vids, and I'm impressed with your set up! There have been a couple of things that just took me in a whirlwind and slammed me. First, your set up with the 3-46inch Samsung Monitors. Very Nice!!! Second, your set up with the Macro to get all your web browser, game, etc up and running. I just got a 'slightly' ahead of the curve gaming rig, and 24 inch monitor, but I'm looking to expand my knowledge. Any help that you could give would be phenominal

[@soundman0766]

Thanks Guy! I almost bought one yesterday. ...Now I will buy one tomorrow. The macros are what sold me.

[@ElKjartano]

swifty is a true gamer