At CES, ASUS ROG and KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS announced a collaboration that brings together high-end gaming hardware with the Japanese studio’s visionary storytelling approach.
The partnership launches the ROG Flow Z13-KJP tablet alongside a limited-edition peripherals line designed specifically for fans of Hideo Kojima’s work.
The collaboration centers around the concept of ‘Ludens’, KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS philosophy that humans are not just thinkers but players and creators who challenge what games and gaming hardware can be.
ROG’s “For Those Who Dare” motto merges with Kojima’s “From Sapiens to Ludens” vision, creating products aimed at gamers who experiment, modify, and push boundaries. This partnership represents more than just branded hardware; it’s a tribute to gamers worldwide who approach gaming and technology as tools for discovery and creation.
The result is hardware that reflects this mindset: For Ludens Who Dare.
Shinkawa’s design language meets gaming tech
The Flow Z13-KJP showcases design work from legendary artist Yoji Shinkawa, known for his distinctive art style in the Metal Gear series and various KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS projects. Shinkawa approached the tablet as if creating a gadget that belonged to Ludens himself, incorporating angular CNC-milled aluminum cutouts, carbon fiber materials, and bold typography that capture the character’s essence.
“I wanted to create a gadget that belonged to Ludens, and I integrated that into this PC’s design“, Shinkawa explained. “The pieces and designs are inspired by Ludens and carry his essence“.
The Ludens symbol from KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS serves as a banner representing “those who play”, and every design element on the Flow Z13-KJP reflects this philosophy. The angular cuts in the chassis aren’t just aesthetic choices, they mirror the character’s design language.
The package includes a unique carrying case, custom power adapter, personalized packaging, and an exclusive Armoury Crate theme that ties the entire experience together. Fans of KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS will instantly recognize the aesthetic throughout every element, making this device stand out as more than just another gaming tablet.
Serious hardware for creative gamers
Beyond the striking design, the Flow Z13-KJP packs the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor with Radeon 8060S graphics, combining 16 Zen 5 CPU cores and 40 RDNA 3.5 GPU compute units in a single chip.
The tablet features a unified memory architecture with 128GB of dynamically allocated RAM, a departure from traditional systems with separate CPU and GPU memory pools. This approach optimizes performance for both gaming sessions and creative tasks like video editing or 3D rendering.
With 50 TOPS of NPU power, the device can run local LLMs for enhanced productivity and security, handling AI-driven tasks without relying on cloud services. The 13.4-inch Nebula Display offers 2.5K resolution, 180Hz refresh rate, and 100% DCI-P3 color space coverage, ensuring vibrant visuals whether you’re gaming, watching films, or working on creative projects.
The detachable keyboard transforms the Z13-KJP into a versatile 2-in-1 laptop, giving users flexibility to switch between tablet and laptop modes depending on their needs.
Limited peripherals complete the collection
The collaboration extends beyond the Flow Z13-KJP with a peripherals line designed in partnership with Shinkawa and the KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS team.
The ROG Delta II-KJP headset brings ROG’s signature sound quality in a bold white finish that matches the collection’s aesthetic, delivering the audio performance gamers expect from ROG’s latest headsets while incorporating the distinctive design language of this collaboration.
The ROG Keris II Origin-KJP Edition combines lightweight ergonomics with a gold, gray, and white color scheme that stands out from typical gaming mice. The design maintains the Keris line’s focus on comfortable, precise control while adding visual flair that KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS fans will appreciate.
Rounding out the lineup, the ROG Scabbard II XXL-KJP mouse pad features a premium surface with Ludens illustrated in Shinkawa’s hand-drawn style, looking boldly toward the future.
All three peripherals carry the phrase “For Ludens Who Dare,” blending ROG’s and KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS’ respective slogans into a statement about this unique partnership.
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