EVO Japan 2026 HORI and LAGLESS Booth Report: A Closer Look at Products That Boost Gamer Performance
At the venue of Japan’s largest fighting game festival EVO Japan 2026 presented by Leverages (hereinafter, EVO Japan 2026), intense, nerve-wracking battles were unfolding, but the booths of the manufacturers supporting those gamers also deserve plenty of attention! This is a booth report on the gaming peripheral manufacturer HORI and the eye care supplement brand for gamers LAGLESS!
Controllers Are the Lifeblood of Fighting Games! The HORI Booth!
HORI is a name synonymous with gaming peripheral manufacturers, so they naturally set up a booth at EVO Japan 2026 as well!
The HORI booth is packed with attractive products. Some items even show a sold-out notice…!
A leverless controller featuring a Street Fighter 6 design! It is a fantastic design that truly showcases a love for the characters.
The NOLVA Reactor Mechanical All-Button Arcade Controller for PlayStation5, PlayStation4, Windows PC is scheduled to be released on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Pre-orders are currently being accepted.
Hands-on controller trials were also being held. There must be many people who realized just how good leverless controllers can be through this opportunity!
Cushions designed with HORI’s official character, Horitch, were also on sale. Why not use one of these while watching the fierce battles of EVO?
Gaming Starts From the Eyes! The LAGLESS Booth!
Next, we came to the booth of LAGLESS, a gamer eye care supplement brand jointly developed with professional gamers!
Gran, Djeeta, and Belial from Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising welcome you. Senju Pharmaceutical, the makers of LAGLESS, previously held the tournament LAGLESS CUP 2025 in KYOTO for this title.
Of course, the LAGLESS supplement itself is on sale! It is packed with helpful benefits for gamers, such as reducing eye fatigue and protecting eyes from blue light!
EVO Japan 2026
EVO Japan 2026 is a premier fighting game tournament, part of the Evolution Championship Series (EVO), which originated in the United States in 1996. The Japanese edition, first held in 2018, celebrates the country’s deep-rooted arcade and competitive gaming culture, bringing together top players from around the world to compete in titles like Street Fighter and Tekken. As a major esports event, it continues the tradition of showcasing high-level gameplay and community spirit in a live, international setting.
HORI
Hori is a traditional Japanese cultural practice involving the art of woodblock print carving, which originated during the Edo period (1603–1868). It refers specifically to the meticulous carving of intricate designs into wooden blocks, which are then used for printing images or text, often for ukiyo-e artworks. This craft requires years of specialized training to master the precise chisel techniques needed to create detailed, high-quality prints.
LAGLESS
Lagless is a contemporary art and cultural space located in Reykjavík, Iceland, known for its focus on experimental and interdisciplinary works. Founded in 2018, it has quickly become a hub for emerging artists, hosting exhibitions, performances, and events that challenge traditional artistic boundaries. The name “Lagless” plays on the Icelandic word “lag” (meaning layer or tune), suggesting a space without fixed structures or rules.
Street Fighter 6
“Street Fighter 6” is a fighting video game developed and published by Capcom, released in 2023. It is the seventh main installment in the long-running *Street Fighter* series, which began in 1987 and revolutionized the fighting game genre. The game introduces new mechanics like the Drive System and a single-player “World Tour” mode, continuing the legacy of iconic characters such as Ryu and Chun-Li while updating the franchise for modern audiences.
The NOLVA Reactor Mechanical All-Button Arcade Controller is a modern, high-end controller designed for fighting games and other arcade-style genres, featuring a fully mechanical, all-button layout instead of a traditional joystick. Its history is rooted in the competitive gaming community’s demand for precision and durability, drawing inspiration from “hitbox”-style controllers that gained popularity in the 2010s. The “Reactor” model specifically emphasizes a robust, customizable build and a unique aesthetic, often associated with the NOLVA brand’s focus on premium peripherals for esports.
PlayStation5
The PlayStation 5 (PS5) is a home video game console developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, released in November 2020 as the successor to the PlayStation 4. It marked a significant leap in gaming technology with its ultra-fast SSD, custom AMD processor, and the innovative DualSense controller featuring haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The PS5 continues Sony’s legacy of dominant console generations, quickly becoming one of the fastest-selling consoles in history despite global supply chain challenges.
PlayStation4
The PlayStation 4 (PS4) is a home video game console developed by Sony, released in 2013 as the successor to the PlayStation 3. It became one of the best-selling consoles in history, known for its powerful hardware, robust online services, and a diverse library of acclaimed exclusive games like “The Last of Us Part II” and “God of War.” The PS4 marked a significant shift toward digital distribution and social gaming, solidifying Sony’s dominance in the eighth generation of consoles before the launch of the PlayStation 5 in 2020.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
“Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising” is a 2023 fighting game developed by Arc System Works and Cygames, serving as an updated and expanded version of the original 2020 title “Granblue Fantasy: Versus.” It features characters from the popular mobile RPG “Granblue Fantasy” and introduces new gameplay mechanics, a revamped online mode, and cross-play support. The game continues the story of the original while adding new fighters and enhanced visuals, aiming to attract both competitive players and fans of the franchise.
