Review: Higround’s Official Sonic Adventure 2 Mechanical Keyboards Are Pretty Great, Actually
Higround, a popular mechanical keyboard manufacturer, has partnered with Sega to release official Sonic Adventure 2-themed mechanical keyboards more than two decades after the game’s 2001 launch. The collaboration includes two models: the Basecamp 75+ “Escape From The City” featuring Sonic the Hedgehog, and the Basecamp 65HE “Radical Highway” featuring Shadow the Hedgehog, available in 65 percent and 75 percent form factors.
Licensed gaming peripherals often struggle to balance aesthetic appeal with functionality, frequently relying on surface-level customization such as printed keycaps or graphics. However, according to the review, Higround’s Sonic Adventure 2 keyboards break this pattern by delivering substantive quality. The keyboards feature some of the best out-of-the-box sound signatures available, suggesting that Higround prioritized performance alongside the nostalgic theming. This approach indicates a thoughtful collaboration where the licensed IP enhances rather than compromises the product’s core functionality, making these keyboards appealing to both Sonic fans and mechanical keyboard enthusiasts seeking genuinely high-quality peripherals.