The Rival 600 is extremely comfortable, though people with smaller hands might find it a little too big for their taste.

In other words, this mouse is able to track more minute movements thanks to its ability to read inputs faster and more accurately than most other mice. It features 12,000 counts per inch (CPI) resolution and 350 inches per second (IPS) tracking speed. The most impressive feature of the Rival 600 is its proprietary sensor. To see a collection of other titles we recommend that might not have made the Essentials lists, check out Polygon Recommends. We’ll be updating these lists often, with entries listed in reverse chronological order. For long-term fans, consider it a list of what to play or watch next. For folks new to a platform, think of this as a starter kit. Polygon Essentials is a collection of persistently updated lists of the best of the best games for each platform - from the hardware’s launch to its end of production - as well as the best entertainment across virtually every medium.

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