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Since first arriving on the scene back in 2022, Starforge Systems has a reputation for great pre-built gaming PCs, but it’s really outdone itself with its new limited-edition Smite rig. Featuring impressive specs, a highly detailed Smite-themed case, and swappable acrylic panels that can showcase one of six iconic gods making a reappearance in this year’s Smite 2, this PC is one hell of a beautiful powerhouse.
As we inch closer and closer to Smite 2’s release this summer, it may be time for some players to consider upgrading to make the most of the sequel’s move to Unreal Engine 5. And though the Starforge Systems’ limited-edition Smite 2 pre-built isn’t bleeding edge at its asking price of $2500, it’s a potent machine with a lot of character that ensures it’s worth checking out–especially for hardcore fans of the MOBA looking to add some Smite flair to their battlestation.
You can see the full Smite 2 limited-edition PC stats for yourself below:
Intel Core i5-13600KFGeForce RTX 4070 Super 12GBDeepcool LS720 360mm AIO Liquid CoolerTeamgroup Delta RGB 32GB DDR5 6000 CL38 (2x16GB)MSI Pro Z790-P Wifi2TB Teamgroup Z44A7 PCIe 4.0 NVMEMSI MAG A850GL PCIe 5
Starforge Systems sent us a unit to try out, and we’re mostly impressed with what it has to offer. The upper mid-range specs will handle just about anything the average gamer throws at it with high settings at 1440p–with some room to spare–and even 4K is perfectly doable for those willing to sacrifice some frames in the pursuit of eye candy. Plenty of fans keep things cool and surprisingly quiet, while the 2TB SSD guarantees most folks won’t have to worry about making space for all of their games.
The real star here, though, is the absolutely gorgeous case. Sporting a slick black and yellow aesthetic, it’d be a treat even without the extensive Smite branding. But the addition of Zeus art on the case’s left and right sides beautifully complements the package. Thin lightning stretches across one side to the front where a giant Smite bolt logo runs from top to bottom, while the grated top goes all in on boldly featuring the game’s name. It’s somehow both elegant and geeky, and it miraculously manages to avoid looking cheesy.
Enough can’t be said about the build quality here, too. This is a very big (and shockingly heavy) case, which allows the components to be arranged in a clean, attractive way that highlights each piece while leaving tons of open space for viewing and comfortable tinkering. With the RGB in full swing, it’s one of the most eye-catching builds in recent memory–and a part of this is due to the included platelight and acrylic panels.
Swappable acrylic panels allow fans a way to dedicate their rig to a character from Smite that they adore. Even better, the process is relatively painless and only requires unscrewing a few screws to pull out the platelight, so swapping between them frequently isn’t a drawn-out task. You can even purchase and showcase any of the non-Smite panels from the Starforge Systems website.
Though it would be amazing to see additional Smite panels become available, it’s reasonable that Starforge Systems chose six popular gods from the game to ensure they’d be instantly recognizable even to casual players. The PC comes with the Zeus panel pre-installed, but panels featuring Bellona, Anubis, Scylla, Kukulkan, and Surtr can be purchased separately for $39.99 each. And yeah, that feels a bit pricey, but they’re well-made and clearly designed as a supplementary feature for those who want to go all-in on this limited-edition offering.
With that being said, there’s no denying that you’re paying a bit of a premium for the limited-edition branding and customizability here as a whole. Similar pre-builts can be found for hundreds less, while you can find plenty of top-end options that sport a more powerful processor and GPU at this PC’s price point. But this limited-edition build is designed very specifically for the most hardcore of Smite enthusiasts, and with that in mind, it succeeds admirably being at once capable and ravishing.
For those willing to dish out a bit of extra cash for this visually appealing love letter to Smite, it’s a beastly rig for stomping your foes in Smite 2 when it lands later this year. In the meantime, you can pick up a Founder’s Edition to gain access to closed alpha weekends in the lead-up to the full release.
