QPAD, the Swedish gaming and esports brand with a history dating back to 1994, has officially announced its return to the gaming peripherals market. Known for its precision-engineered products and design-focused approach, the company is reintroducing itself with a fresh lineup of keyboards, mice, microphones, and mousepads aimed at gamers and content creators.
The relaunch is led by Baron Lee, Chief Product Officer, and Morten-Stig Johansen, Chief Executive Officer. Lee brings extensive experience from HyperX, where he contributed to over 100 products and earned more than 20 industry awards. Johansen brings over 20 years of global experience in product development, distribution, and retail within the gaming and consumer electronics sectors.
For its UK launch, QPAD has partnered exclusively with Currys, offering both online and in-store availability. This partnership ensures that the new lineup reaches both casual gamers and professional users seeking reliable, well-designed hardware. The launch includes dedicated display bays in stores, highlighting the brand’s focus on accessibility and product education.
The QPAD UK lineup features several core products designed to balance performance, usability, and design:
- QPAD Loop TKL Model 3 Gasket Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – A compact mechanical keyboard with wireless connectivity and precision-engineered switches.
- QPAD Omnibeam Stream RGB Pro Microphone – A studio-grade condenser microphone with dynamic RGB lighting, suitable for streaming, podcasting, and gaming.
- QPAD Mark Model 5 Wireless Optical Gaming Mouse – An ultralight 55g mouse featuring a high-performance sensor, onboard display, and USB dongle for wireless connectivity.
- QPAD Glass Superglide Mouse Mat – A durable glass surface designed for precision and speed while complementing gaming setups.
The company has stated that additional products and accessories will be introduced globally throughout 2026, expanding its offering for gamers and creators worldwide.
The QPAD lineup is now available online at Currys.co.uk, with in-store availability beginning in November 2025. As part of its launch, Currys is offering early Black Friday pricing across the range, including discounts on wireless mice, mechanical keyboards, multiple mousepad sizes, and microphone models. Prices start at £14.99 for mousepads and £39.99 for wireless mice, with keyboards starting at £49.99 during the promotion.
Company Vision
QPAD aims to combine its Scandinavian design heritage with performance-focused engineering to deliver reliable, well-crafted products. With this relaunch, the company focuses on creating peripherals that cater to both casual and competitive users while maintaining a balance of quality, usability, and value.
Following its European launch through Elkjøp in the Nordics, QPAD plans to expand its presence across other regions in 2026, continuing its approach of working with specialist retailers to provide focused support and product expertise.
