ASUS Republic of Gamers Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation at Computex 2026 with ROG Lab Interactive Experiences
Visitors will enjoy an immersive convergence of legacy, experimentation, and next-generation gaming at the ROG booth
- ROG celebrates its 20th anniversary with an immersive ROG Lab experience at Computex, showcasing the limited-edition Edition 20 ecosystem
- The 20th Anniversary Zone will highlight iconic ROG innovations alongside next-generation enthusiast hardware, gaming systems, displays, and lifestyle products
- ROG Lab features interactive experiences exploring AI, creativity, ergonomics, immersive gameplay, and intelligent systems
- ROG wins multiple Computex Best Choice Awards 2026 honors, including a Golden Award for the ROG G1000 Edition 20
Johannesburg, South Africa, June 2, 2026 — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today celebrates its 20th anniversary at Computex 2026 with an immersive showcase spanning legacy-defining technologies, limited-edition anniversary products, and experimental gaming experiences that explore the future of interaction, creativity, and performance.
Anchored by the ROG Lab experience — first unveiled last year — the ROG Computex 2026 booth brings together the brand’s past, present, and future through interactive installations, enthusiast hardware, AI-driven experiences, and community-focused activities. Alongside the introduction of the Edition 20 lineup, the showcase highlights how two decades of innovation continue to shape the next generation of gaming technology and culture.
Over the past 20 years, ROG has continuously pushed the boundaries of performance, design, and user experience — from pioneering enthusiast components to redefining gaming laptops, displays, networking, and immersive ecosystems. At Computex 2026, ROG celebrates this legacy while unveiling the technologies and concepts that will define the future of gaming.
This year, ROG has been honored with multiple awards at the Computex Best Choice Awards 2026 across gaming, immersive technology, and enthusiast hardware categories. These recognitions reinforce ROG’s continued leadership in enthusiast gaming innovation and next-generation user experiences.
Award-winning ROG products include:
- ROG G1000 Edition 20 — Golden Award, Gaming & Immersive Tech
- ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) — Best Choice Award-Gaming and Immersive Tech category
- ROG Flow Z13 KJP (2026) — Best Choice Award-Gaming and Immersive Tech category
- ROG Thor 3000W Titanium III Edition 20 — Best Choice Award-Computer and System
- ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro — Best Choice Award-Gaming and Immersive Tech category
- ROG Cetra Open Wireless — Best Choice Award -Other Applications category
ROG Lab: Exploring every facet of ROG innovation
Much more than just a traditional product showcase, ROG Lab is structured as a collection of interconnected experiential zones that guide visitors through multiple dimensions of ROG innovation.
The experience begins with the 20th Anniversary Zone, celebrating two decades of ROG innovation through flagship anniversary products, enthusiast systems, displays, and lifestyle collections inspired by the evolution of the brand.
Visitors can also explore the Onsite PC DIY Event, an interactive live-build experience showcasing the future of enthusiast system assembly through the ASUS BTF ecosystem and ASUS AIO Q-Connector technologies.
Completing the experience is the Experimental Zone — a forward-looking collection of immersive installations including Future Gamer, CodeVerse, Humanlink, APEX Craft, Illumotion, and Mechano —each featuring ROG products to explore different aspects of AI, interaction, creativity, ergonomics, immersive gameplay, and intelligent systems through dedicated experiential showcases.
Together, these experiences showcase how ROG continues to evolve beyond traditional hardware into connected ecosystems, immersive interaction, intelligent systems, and community-driven creativity.
20th Anniversary Zone: Celebrating two decades of innovation
The 20th Anniversary Zone serves as the foundation of the ROG Computex 2026 showcase, bringing together milestone technologies, flagship anniversary products, and the design philosophy that has defined ROG since 2006. Combining heritage-inspired aesthetics with next-generation engineering, the zone highlights how ROG continues to evolve across enthusiast hardware, gaming systems, displays, peripherals, and lifestyle products.
Edition 20: Innovate. Perform. Dominate.
Created to commemorate ROG’s 20th anniversary, the Edition 20 lineup introduces a distinctive anniversary design language inspired by ROG heritage and future-facing craftsmanship. ROG Black finishes symbolize strength and precision, signature ROG Red accents reference the brand’s origins, translucent Crystal Lens reveals internal engineering, and premium Radiant Gold details celebrate the anniversary milestone.
The result is a cohesive limited-edition anniversary collection that blends innovative products, performance, collectability, premium design, and cutting-edge components across the entire ROG ecosystem.
Edition 20: Enthusiast Components
ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20
The ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 transforms the motherboard into a flagship anniversary centerpiece, combining advanced thermal engineering, robust power delivery, and immersive visual design. It features a full-width thermal deck with pure copper heatsink, complemented by a dedicated AIO cooler — the ROG Ryujin 360 Edition 20, powered by the Asetek EMMA GEN10 V3RX pump, and a 40mm-thick, 20FPI non-louvered radiator. It offers support for up to nine M.2 slots and has dual 6.67-inch swivel AMOLED displays synchronized through ASUS InfoHub.
ROG Arcana DDR5 RGB 6000 48GB 24GBx2 Edition 20
Designed for seamless integration within the ROG ecosystem, ROG Memory Edition 20 delivers ultra-low-latency performance, extensive overclocking headroom, and support for both XMP and EXPO profiles. Built with Hynix 1anm M-die DRAM, it achieves an ultra-low CL26 latency at 6000MHz for exceptional responsiveness. An ROG-exclusive ‘ROG Mode’ further pushes overclocking boundaries for enthusiasts, targeting speeds up to 8000MT/s.[i]
ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20
The ROG Astral GeForce RTX™ 5090 Edition 20 is a masterpiece of engineering, visual flair, and performance. It features a captivating curved AMOLED display that delivers dynamic 3D visuals and real-time data, and a transparent glass backplate that showcases the intricate design within. The card also unleashes extreme power, drawing up to 800 watts with dual-power input via its detachable GC-HPWR adapter and a power supply. And it is all meticulously cooled by a formidable quad-fan design, liquid metal, and patented vapor chamber for sustained peak performance.
ROG Thor 3000W Titanium III Edition 20
The ROG Thor 3000W Titanium III Edition 20 is the ultimate power solution, engineered to support extreme configurations of up to four GeForce RTX 5090s. It uses server-grade GaN MOSFETs to deliver massive power in a highly efficient, cooler package, while its dual-voltage adaptive architecture enables global compatibility with up to 3000 watts of output. To safely manage this unprecedented output, the ROG Equalizer actively reduces system thermal stress, while the GPU-First Intelligent Voltage Stabilizer ensures unmatched voltage stability during peak overclocking. Finally, the OLED Display & Extender lets users monitor real-time power metrics. It is truly the definitive power solution for the most extreme and demanding PC builds. The ROG Thor 3000W Titanium III Edition 20 has received an award in the Computer and System category of the Computex Best Choice Awards 2026.
ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro Edition 20
The ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro Edition 20 redefines gaming connectivity with quad-band WiFi 7 technology, speeds of up to 30Gbps, and advanced networking technologies including 320MHz bandwidth and Multi-Link Operation (MLO). Designed for demanding gaming and multi-device environments, it delivers low-latency, high-bandwidth performance across the modern gaming ecosystem.
ROG GR20 Edition 20
The ROG GR20 Edition 20 is a premium modular open-frame PC case primarily crafted from aluminum and perfectly balanced for aesthetics, performance, and customization. Vertical, angled, and horizontal placement options give enthusiasts the flexibility to adapt a setup based on space, usage, and personal style. The GR20 includes an exclusive crossflow fan designed to provide wide airflow coverage, boosting cooling versatility to help keep SSDs running cooler.
Edition 20: Gaming Systems
ROG G1000 Edition 20
The ROG G1000 Edition 20 is a limited-edition flagship gaming desktop designed for uncompromising enthusiast performance. Featuring the world’s first holographic fan system in a prebuilt gaming PC, the system integrates a Tri-Zone cooling architecture and support for up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU. This exclusive release also features a limited-run colorway, highlighted by a premium Glory Gold signature badge and a unique factory-engraved serial number for each unit. The ROG G1000 Edition 20 has received the Golden Award in the Gaming & Immersive Tech category of the Computex Best Choice Awards 2026.
ROG NUC 16 Edition 20
The ROG NUC 16 Edition 20 delivers flagship-class gaming performance in an ultra-compact 3-liter form factor, combining up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with QuietFlow cooling technologies for powerful yet quiet operation.
ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle: Honoring ROG’s 20th anniversary, the ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle features a striking translucent black-and-gold design that bridges gaming heritage and future innovation. Featuring a stunning 7.4-inch ROG Nebula HDR OLED display for the first time, it delivers immersive visuals with rich contrast and clarity. Powered by the AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme processor, it delivers strong performance with advanced AI features. Paired with the exclusive ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR glasses for immersive, large-screen experiences anywhere, this bundle is a premium, collector-grade showcase of style and performance.
Edition 20: Gaming Displays
ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-G Edition 20
The ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-G Edition 20 gaming display combines elite esports performance with premium anniversary styling. Its dual-mode display supports QHD gameplay at up to 540Hz or HD gameplay at up to 720Hz, while Tandem WOLED technology delivers enhanced brightness, contrast, color performance, and longevity.
Edition 20: Gaming Gear
ROG Azoth Extreme Edition 20
The ROG Azoth Extreme Edition 20 is a special edition mechanical keyboard featuring a precision‑machined aluminum chassis, carbon‑fiber positioning plate, adjustable gasket‑mount design, and a full‑color OLED touchscreen. Finished with genuine 24K gold elements, it delivers a premium typing feel, customization, and collectible craftsmanship.
ROG Keycap Mystery Box Edition 20
Each ROG Keycap Mystery Box Edition 20 reveals a random collectible keycap inspired by ROG’s iconic design language – combining surprise, craftsmanship, and limited‑edition appeal for keyboard enthusiasts and collectors alike.
ROG Harpe II Extreme Edition 20: The ROG Harpe II Extreme Edition 20 is a special-edition mouse featuring an iconic shape co-developed with esports professionals, a new ROG Aimpoint Pro 65K sensor, ROG Optical Micro Switches rated for 100 million clicks, SpeedNova 8K wireless technology, and Corning® Gorilla® Glass feet. Highlighted by authentic 24K gold-plated accents, the Harpe II Extreme Edition 20 also includes premium accessories and a display-ready presentation box. It delivers elite-level precision with anniversary-grade aesthetics.
Edition 20: Gaming Lifestyle
ROG Destrier Edition 20
The ROG Destrier Edition 20 gaming chair combines a futuristic exoskeletal design with advanced ergonomic adjustability, premium materials, and anniversary-themed aesthetics inspired by ROG’s design heritage, with bold black and gold accents highlighting its cyborg‑inspired exoskeleton.
ROG SLASH Backpack Edition 20
The ROG SLASH Backpack Edition 20 reimagines the SLASH Backpack 4.0 with commemorative gold detailing, durable water-repellent materials, and storage designed for gaming and travel.
ROG SLASH Hard-case Luggage Edition 20
Designed for gamers on the move, the ROG SLASH Hard-case Luggage Edition 20 combines premium anniversary styling with reinforced protection, dedicated gaming storage, and custom skateboard-inspired wheels.
Legacy Showcase
The Legacy Showcase honors the defining moments and breakthrough technologies that shaped the ROG ecosystem over the past two decades. Featured exhibits trace the evolution of the brand through pioneering hardware, experimental concepts, and iconic designs that helped establish new standards for gaming performance.
ROG Crosshair 2006 ‒ A Legend Reborn
Celebrating the origins of the ROG motherboard lineup, the new ROG Crosshair 2006 combines heritage-inspired aesthetics with modern enthusiast capabilities. A nod to the first motherboard ROG created 20 years ago, its potent gaming power is draped in time-traveling retro style. Decked with eye-catching colors and materials that harken back to one of PC gaming’s most important formative eras, the ROG Crosshair 2006 is the new motherboard of choice for gamers who demand the best of past and present. This special edition is armed to the teeth with 2026’s most innovative gaming tech, with the latest refinements equipping users for a supremely easy PC building experience. Its marquee feature is a 2-inch OLED screen on the primary M.2 slot, which can display useful system information such as CPU clock speed, device temperatures, or fan speeds. Users can also personalize the OLED display with their own custom images or animations.
Experimental Zone: Where innovation becomes reality
The Experimental Zone represents the future-facing dimension of ROG Lab, bringing together immersive installations that explore AI-driven interaction, intelligent environments, ergonomic experimentation, expressive systems, and next-generation gaming experiences. Each installation combines interactive storytelling with flagship ROG hardware, demonstrating how emerging technologies can transform the relationship between gamers, devices, and digital environments.
Future Gamer installation
The Future Gamer installation explores personalized identity and self-expression through AI-generated ROG avatars and collectible experiences. Visitors can transform themselves into stylized ROG personas through the refreshed ROG Card Collection, featuring new Action Figure, Comic, and Bobblehead-inspired artistic styles.
CodeVerse installation
CodeVerse merges AI, motion capture, and interactive visuals into a dynamic digital environment where visitors become part of a reactive ROG visual experience. Powered by real-time tracking and AI-generated effects, the installation transforms movement and expression into immersive digital art.
At the center of the installation is the ROG Strix 5K XG27JCEG, a 27-inch 5K display designed to deliver ultra-detailed visuals, adaptive frame-rate performance, and immersive visual fidelity for both gaming and creative applications.
Humanlink installation
Humanlink highlights ROG’s user-centric design philosophy through ergonomic experimentation and real-world testing concepts originally explored during the development of handheld gaming devices and portable systems. This installation showcases how ROG evaluates materials, ergonomics, and usability to create more adaptable and comfortable gaming experiences that integrate seamlessly into modern gaming lifestyles.
Key highlights within the Humanlink installation include:
ROG SLASH Collection Edition 20
The ROG SLASH Backpack Edition 20 and ROG SLASH Hard-Case Luggage Edition 20 demonstrate how ROG extends its design philosophy beyond hardware into premium lifestyle products built for mobility, protection, and self-expression.
ROG Hone Control Ace L Vitality Edition: The ROG Hone Control Ace L Vitality Edition is ROG’s first mousepad with a control-oriented cloth surface optimized for FPS gameplay. It’s designed and co-developed alongside pros from Team Vitality, ensuring every detail meets the highest standards. The high-friction cloth surface provides strong stopping power and consistent tracking, while the innovative non-stitched curved edges are designed to provide lasting comfort around the wrist and forearm during gaming marathons.
APEX Craft installation
APEX Craft explores the craftsmanship, engineering philosophy, and advanced manufacturing processes behind ROG’s flagship devices and concept technologies. Designed as the central showcase structure within ROG Lab, this installation presents the journey from concept development to final engineering execution.
ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026)
The 2026 ROG Zephyrus Duo is the world’s first dual 16-inch screen gaming laptop, featuring dual 3K Nebula HDR OLED touchscreens, a 320° hinge design, and flagship gaming performance powered by Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 386H and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU.
ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16 (2026)
The latest Zephyrus G14 and G16 laptops combine high-performance gaming hardware, advanced cooling systems, and ultraportable designs with up to 3K ROG Nebula OLED displays for gaming and creator workflows.
ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026)
The 2026 ROG Strix SCAR 18 redefines the gaming flagship laptop with up to 320W total system power, powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, and featuring the world’s first* 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED ROG Nebula HDR display with ROG Nebula Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) for uncompromising gaming and creator experiences[ii].
ROG Strix G16 and G18 (2026)
The 2026 ROG Strix G16 and G18 deliver high-performance gaming experiences powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. Features include up to a 2.5K 300Hz ROG Nebula Display on the G16 and a 2.5K Mini LED ROG Nebula HDR display on the G18, alongside advanced cooling technologies and gamer-focused designs built for competitive play and immersive gaming.
Illumotion installation
Illumotion transforms in-game audio into dynamic real-time lighting, converting sound cues such as footsteps, gunfire, and environmental effects into visual directional feedback. Enabled through a system-level Sound-to-Light experience, the installation demonstrates how synchronized lighting ecosystems can enhance immersion, awareness, and responsiveness in competitive gameplay.
Powered by synchronized Aura Sync technologies, an ROG Strix gaming laptop will be on display at the booth to demonstrate how directional audio can be translated into visual awareness through reactive lighting systems integrated across the laptop and gaming environment.
Mechano installation
The Mechano installation explores the future of intelligent and expressive systems through robotics, AI interaction, and responsive gaming environments. At the center of this installation is OMNI, the latest evolution of the ROG AI-powered robotic concept platform, now redesigned with a fully articulated multi-degree-of-freedom structure capable of movement, interaction, and physical presence.
ROG Strix LC IV 360 ARGB LCD
The ROG Strix LC IV 360 ARGB LCD showcases next-generation cooling technologies through a simplified ASUS AIO Q-Connector design and an integrated 5.08-inch display capable of displaying system information and custom visuals.
ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro
The ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro — the world’s first quad-band WiFi 8 gaming router delivers ultra-high reliability with next-generation WiFi 8, improved mid-range throughput, and broader IoT device coverage to support increasingly intelligent and connected environments. Featuring Adaptive QoE for intelligent traffic prioritization and WiFi Insight for real-time network monitoring and optimization, it provides a high-bandwidth, low-latency foundation tailored for next-generation gaming and smart home experiences.
ROG Memory Edition 20
Completing the system is ROG Memory Edition 20 (see above), which embodies ROG’s continued pursuit of excellence in every layer of the gaming experience.
ROG NUC 16
TheROG NUC 16 packs flagship performance into a compact 3L gaming mini PC, debuting its first-ever Moonlight White edition with a fresh, sleek look for gamers’ desktops. Powered by the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor, DDR5-6400 memory, and up to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU, it handles multitasking, intensive workloads, gaming, and professional creation with ease. Its QuietFlow cooling system delivers 12% more efficient cooling, features a triple-fan and high-efficiency vapor chamber design, works with a G-sensor to optimize cooling whether placed vertically or horizontally, delivering strong performance with low-noise operation
ROG 48V GPU Power Architecture
This ROG concept demo delivers next-level power and protection for extreme PC enthusiasts, featuring a custom PSU and 12V-2×6 cable capable of supplying up to 1200W through a single connection. Designed for the growing power demands of AI-era GPUs, the 48V architecture reduces transmission current, minimizes power loss and heat generation, and improves overall power efficiency and reliability. Integrated 48V / 12V intelligent detection logic enables automatic power rail switching for compatibility with both next-generation 48V and traditional 12V systems.
T1 x ASUS GeForce RTX 5070 & RTX 5060 Ti Gaming Series
Celebrating a landmark collaboration with League of Legends World Champions T1, blending elite performance with championship spirit. Inspired by T1’s legacy and passion for victory, these special-edition cards feature custom silk-screened artwork of T1 players and the iconic team logo, capturing the energy of the competitive stage. Built on ASUS’s renowned engineering, they deliver superior thermal efficiency, optimized airflow, and exceptional stability for high-level gaming. Designed for true fans, this exclusive series combines world-class performance with collectible appeal—complete with exclusive T1 collab stickers and magnets—creating a graphics card that not only plays at the highest level but stands as a tribute to esports history.
ROG Certified DRAM
Developed in collaboration with leading memory partners, the ROG Certified DRAM program ensures validated compatibility, stability, and optimized performance with ROG motherboards through extensive testing by ROG
Onsite PC DIY Event
As a key part of the ROG Lab experience, an Onsite PC DIY Event will showcase the future of enthusiast system building through the ASUS BTF ecosystem and ASUS AIO Q-Connector technologies.
Featuring key influencers and super-loyal fans, a live-build competition will demonstrate how simplified assembly, cleaner cable management, and modular system design are redefining modern PC DIY. This live event reinforces ROG Lab’s focus on experimentation and innovation by transforming the build process itself into an interactive performance experience for the Computex audience.
ROG SAGA and OMNI: Experiences and collectibles
The final part of the ROG booth experience focuses on SAGA, which is the storytelling dimension of the ROG ecosystem. It brings together original characters, collectibles, immersive experiences, and interactive technologies into a unified creative universe.
At the center of SAGA is OMNI, ROG’s evolving AI-powered character platform designed to bridge gaming identity, robotics, and physical interaction.
ROG OMNI Hang Pal
The ROG OMNI Hang Pal transforms the OMNI character into a customizable lifestyle accessory featuring interchangeable facial expressions and collectible design elements.
ROG OMNI Mini
The ROG OMNI Mini blind box collection introduces six compact collectible figures inspired by iconic ROG products and design language.
ROG OMNI Plush Pal XXL
Available in both large-scale and compact versions, the OMNI Plush Pal extends the OMNI character into physical lifestyle décor and collectible expression.
ROG OMNI: Rise of the Fearless
Expanding the OMNI universe into narrative storytelling, ROG OMNI: Rise of the Fearless is a popular-science educational comic book that combines adventure storytelling with real-world computer science concepts reviewed by ASUS ROG R&D teams.
[i] Performance achieved under specific hardware and environmental conditions. As a commemorative release, it combines premium components, refined aesthetics, and optimized tuning for high-performance gaming systems. Created for selected regions only, and celebrating ROG’s 20th anniversary, there are no plans for a global release of this limited program. We invite the community to focus on the unique commemorative significance of this milestone product.
[ii] Based on publicly available information as of April 2026, no other gaming laptop is known to feature an 18-inch 4K resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, low motion blur tech, and Mini LED display in a single panel.