Phase is a new gaming mouse that turns into a game controller

Pixelpaw Labs is a new startup, and its first gaming peripheral, simply called 'Phase', is a PC gaming mouse that can split in two to become a game controller. A literal mouse of two halves, the magnetic split design turns the PC gaming input device into a JoyCon-style controller with access to traditional dual analog sticks, as well as face and shoulder buttons familiar to all gamers.

Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms, with Bluetooth and low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, it's certainly a versatile peripheral - and one that will also let you seamlessly switch between three devices. Pixelpaw Labs plans to launch the Phase via a Kickstarter campaign but is already accepting pre-orders on its own site ahead of crowdfunding.

With an introductory price of $115 USD for the Phase, there's also a planned Phasegrip add-on that will connect the controller half of the mouse's design to a smartphone, similar to devices like the Backbone or Razer Kishi. With its unique two-in-one design, here's a quick breakdown of the Phase's specs and features.

• The Phase's gaming mouse specs include a 16,000 DPI optical sensor with a 1,000 Hz polling rate and dual-mode connectivity across Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz low-latency wireless
• The Phase features 18 customizable inputs covering its buttons, triggers, analogue sticks, and more, and will ship with a dedicated PixelPlay companion app
• It includes a "capacitive scroll strip" for mouse navigation when in controller mode
• It will be compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and ChromeOS
• It offers up to 72 hours of battery life and can pair with up to three devices simultaneously