LG is expanding its gaming ecosystem and is increasingly focusing on cloud and platform gaming in the living room. At CES 2026, the manufacturer is teaming up with Razer to present a new gaming controller specially developed for LG Smart TVs. At the same time, LG is introducing its own certification program, “Designed for LG Gaming Portal”, to guarantee optimal compatibility and minimal latency. This underlines LG’s claim to take TV gaming to a new level in terms of technology and quality.
- New Razer Wolverine V3 Bluetooth for LG Smart TVs
- Response time of less than three milliseconds via Bluetooth
- First product in the “Designed for LG Gaming Portal” certification program
- Combination of gaming features and TV control
Razer Wolverine V3 Bluetooth: High-end controller for LG Smart TVs
With the Razer Wolverine V3 Bluetooth, LG and Razer present a gaming controller that has been specifically optimized for use with LG webOS TVs. Special attention is paid to the extremely low latency: thanks to ultra-low latency Bluetooth, the controller responds to inputs in under three milliseconds. This puts the device at a level that was previously reserved for wired solutions.
The controller combines several functions that are specially tailored to gaming on the TV. In addition to classic pro-gaming features such as precise button control and high-quality workmanship, the Wolverine V3 Bluetooth also integrates direct TV control. This allows menus, apps and games to be operated without an additional input device, making it much more comfortable to use on the couch.
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LG is positioning the new controller as currently the fastest solution of its kind on the market. Especially in combination with cloud gaming services and streaming platforms, which are available via the LG Gaming Portal, the low input delay is intended to enable a console-like gaming experience. The close coordination between hardware, operating system and gaming platform plays a central role and clearly sets the controller apart from universal Bluetooth gamepads.
At CES 2026, visitors will be able to try out the Razer Wolverine V3 Bluetooth both at the LG stand and at Razer itself. Both companies want to demonstrate that modern TV gaming no longer has to compromise on precision or reaction speed.
“Designed for LG Gaming Portal” as the new quality standard
With the “Designed for LG Gaming Portal” certification program, LG is creating a clearly defined standard for gaming accessories on its Smart TVs for the first time. The aim is to ensure smooth cooperation between controllers, platform and TV hardware. Certified devices must meet strict requirements for latency, connectivity and interoperability to ensure a consistent gaming experience.
The program is part of a larger strategy to establish the LG Gaming Portal as a one-stop shop for gaming on webOS TVs. Through the tight integration of cloud gaming services, native games and optimized peripherals, the living room will increasingly become a fully-fledged gaming platform. The Razer Wolverine V3 Bluetooth acts as a reference product and demonstrates the level of performance LG expects from certified accessories in the future.
For manufacturers, the program opens up the opportunity to optimize their products specifically for LG TVs and stand out from the crowd with the official seal. At the same time, users benefit from greater transparency, as certified devices promise guaranteed compatibility and performance. LG particularly emphasizes the advantages for fast games, where every millisecond counts and a stable connection is crucial.
In the long term, “Designed for LG Gaming Portal” is likely to be expanded further to include other gaming hardware as well as controllers. LG is thus creating the basis for a growing ecosystem that is increasingly blurring traditional console boundaries.
Conclusion
With the Razer Wolverine V3 Bluetooth and the new certification program, LG is sending a clear signal for high-quality gaming on Smart TVs. Extremely low latency, integrated TV control and a defined quality standard make the LG Gaming Portal more attractive for demanding games. Details on the price and market launch of the controller are still pending, but are expected to follow soon. One thing is already clear: LG is positioning itself much more strongly as a platform provider in the gaming segment.
