[Mongoose]

I don't know how many years I've been using this crappy basic Dell optical mouse, but it's obviously on the decline, and I don't think it appreciated falling off my desk the other day.  It's now doing that lovely DOUBLE-CLICK ALL THE THINGS! deal that mice do when they've had enough, which obviously makes doing just about anything on here a real chore.  I'm not looking to get the most top-of-the-line supar-awesome gaming mouse out there, but I am curious if anyone has some recommendations for a good solid mouse that can get the job done in an FPS.  Batteries aside, I'd probably want to finally go with a wireless mouse, mainly because the cable's a real pain in the ass with my little corner desk.  I also think I'd prefer a clicky scroll wheel, as opposed to the smooth-scrolling types, since that gives more control over stuff like weapon selection.  Other than that, I'm pretty much wide-open.

[NGTM-1R]

A Maus, you say?

[jr2]

I like the Microsoft mice.  Been using them for years.  Both their wireless and wired ones are nice.  I don't usually get the more expensive ones unless there's a feature I want on them (haven't seen one yet; they all have the clicky middle mouse, and are optical).  $20-$40 depending on where you get them (check Newegg).

[redsniper]

I've been using a Razer Diamondback for several years now and it's like touching the hand of God.

[Ghostavo]

I've been using Logitech's G700 and it's awesome.

Also, it has wireless and wired mode.

[Thaeris]

Spoon pointed me at Razers just a bit too late for me to get one. Instead, I got a corded Logitech M500, and I like it a lot. Certainly, it's not on the expensive side at all, but it's definately not a bad unit. As far as economy goes, it's $20 cheaper than Razer's low-end model.

I've never trusted wireless, and I'm glad I don't have anything besides internet that is. Who needs shenanigans with batteries when you can avoid shenanigans all together?

[TwentyPercentCooler]

I know people like to hate on them but I had a Razer Lachesis for about 3-4 years and it worked absolutely magnificently - excellent sensitivity and precision for both gaming and my work in Inkscape. Oddly enough, I prefer doing vectors with a mouse as opposed to my Intuos 4, go figure. I packed that up and sent it off to a friend of mine who needed a new mouse and it's still going strong and working excellently, although I freely admit that I'm completely obsessive about taking care of everything I have.

A couple of months ago I bought the SWTOR edition Razer Naga (shut up, it looks awesome) and I have zero complaints. It feels solid, it's comfortable to use, it's even more precise, and I can switch between wired and wireless depending on where I am and which computer I'm using. The wireless isn't bad as far as wireless mice go, it's got a rechargable battery, good battery life, and the wireless receiver is a charging dock, just slap it on and it recharges, no plugging it in. Also, Razer has software that lets you store your mouse settings on their servers so you can switch between computers without having to set everything up again. Doesn't take a lot of time, really, but it's still kinda nice.

[Mongoose]

Ooh, I like the sound of a dual wired/wireless mode.  It'd be nice to plug the thing in for browsing and such, but remove it for when I need better precision during a gaming session.  I think what I should probably do is head over to a physical store somewhere and take a look at what they have on display, to see how these recommendations feel when I'm physically using them.

I've never trusted wireless, and I'm glad I don't have anything besides internet that is. Who needs shenanigans with batteries when you can avoid shenanigans all together?

Like I said, I have an old rickety corner desk for my machine, and because the mouse wire hangs down on a slanted edge, the cord is always pulled to the right relative to the monitor.  The thing also has an annoying tendency for snagging and forcing me to pull the wire up further, which has screwed me over more than once while gaming.  I never understood the purpose of a wireless keyboard, since that's something that generally doesn't move, but when it comes to slinging a mouse around at high speeds, a cord can become a real hindrance.

[Nuke]

i found a nice wireless ms mouse at a thrift store that still works. ive got a bunch of semi functional mice i found on the side of the road. i got a dell bluetooth mouse that works well, but is a little small. my logitech wireless laser mouse has some glitchy buttons, this seems like a common problem with logitech mice. either the keyswitches wear out or the pads that contact the keyswitches do. i could probibly save it with some minor surgery. its always a good idea to have more mice than you can use.

[TwentyPercentCooler]

Ooh, I like the sound of a dual wired/wireless mode.  It'd be nice to plug the thing in for browsing and such, but remove it for when I need better precision during a gaming session.  I think what I should probably do is head over to a physical store somewhere and take a look at what they have on display, to see how these recommendations feel when I'm physically using them.

I've never trusted wireless, and I'm glad I don't have anything besides internet that is. Who needs shenanigans with batteries when you can avoid shenanigans all together?

Like I said, I have an old rickety corner desk for my machine, and because the mouse wire hangs down on a slanted edge, the cord is always pulled to the right relative to the monitor.  The thing also has an annoying tendency for snagging and forcing me to pull the wire up further, which has screwed me over more than once while gaming.  I never understood the purpose of a wireless keyboard, since that's something that generally doesn't move, but when it comes to slinging a mouse around at high speeds, a cord can become a real hindrance.

If you have a restrictive space or a cord problem like that, I might also recommend a trackball (preferably thumb). I used one for over 10 years and still have the little guy in reserve in case something happens to my current one. They take some getting used to, but there's no movement and you might find your cord issues would be resolved. Also, I never had any complaint about the precision or response from my trackball, I just have a lot of mouse space on my desk and when I switched to the Lachesis a few years back, I liked it just as well and it didn't matter to me. But, it might to you.

[Scourge of Ages]

Instead, I got a corded Logitech M500, and I like it a lot. Certainly, it's not on the expensive side at all, but it's definately not a bad unit. As far as economy goes, it's $20 cheaper than Razer's low-end model.

I'd like to second the M500. Yeah it's corded, but it's still awesome for its price. The scroll wheel does the clicky thing, but you can toggle it to free spinny mode very easily if you need to.
The M510 is wireless, and looks pretty similar to the M500.

[Mongoose]

Heh, that looks very similar to the smaller Logitech wireless mouse I got my brother to use with his laptop.  It felt pretty good the few times I used it, so I'll take a look.

[Cyborg17]

At the risk of highjacking this thread, does anyone know which trackball mice are actually worth getting and which are crap?

[StarSlayer]

A Maus, you say?

I take your Maus and raise you a Maus disguised as a Haus!

[Kazan]

At the risk of highjacking this thread, does anyone know which trackball mice are actually worth getting and which are crap?

tracbkalls to buy: logitech trackman series
trackballs that are ****: everything else

[Trivial Psychic]

A Maus, you say?

Oddly enough, my mind went there too upon reading the title.

I take your Maus and raise you a Maus disguised as a Haus!

Absolute Gold!  Wouldn't THAT have been a sight in combat?

"Sir, wasn't that farm house pointed over to the left a minute ago?"
BOOM
"Sir, didn't we have a tank covering us a moment ago?"

[Cyborg17]

tracbkalls to buy: logitech trackman series
trackballs that are ****: everything else

Anyone else agree with this statement?

Also, what are the differences between their high and low end models in that series?

[Klaustrophobia]

personally i hate ALL trackballs. 

as for a mouse, i REALLY like my microsoft intellipoint wireless, but i don't think they make them anymore.  extremely comfortable and great weight.  changing the batteries every few months is a small price to pay for not being tethered and feeling the cord drag all the time.  and i don't play games seriously enough for the possible extra lag time to matter.

[MP-Ryan]

I used to swear I'd never spend more than $25 on a mouse... then I bought a Logitech G5 and I will never, ever, go back.  It's a great gaming and all purpose mouse.  Never been crazy about wireless mice, and this thing has optional weights that fit into the bottom, allowing you to adjust the heft and balance of it to counter the cord.

[Thaeris]

I used to be a bit bothered by cords, actually. Most mice tend to have very long cords, and thick ones too. Having a laptop, this is why I used to swear by the small Targus mice, as they had very thin cords which would wind up in a spring-loaded housing. And I still love those mice, but the fact is that they're just too fragile. I've had two effectively rendered useless on account of the left click dying out, and the third was on its way out when I got the M500.

However, I've still yet to be bothered by its cord, as I never removed the twist-tie wrapping the line together. In the end, having four USB ports on your computer (in very opportune places) means that the cord has still never been a bother.   The tied bundle effectively stays perched up and out of the way on my stick's throttle.