Gaming keyboard recommendations under £100 please

Depends what else you want it to do, whether you want mechanical, extra keys, media controls, etc, etc...

I use the old version of a Logitech G19, which most definitely can light up blue (or most basic colours of your choice). Can be found for as low as £80 online.
 
Excluding mechanical, both versions of the G19s have twin USBs, 12 extra Macro keys, media controls, 3 selectable profiles, on-board memory, multiple choices of backlight key colour and an LED screen that displays system info, in-game info (where supported), photos, videos, RSS feeds, emails, YouTubes, the time, or whatever. Even has a Software Development Kit if you (or your favourite Elite 3rd party app Devs) want to make your own applets for it.

Only thing is it has domed keys, but that just means it's nice and quiet.

I certainly like it, though I'm sure you'll get plenty of other opinions and suggestions shortly...
 
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=KB-142-DK&groupid=702&catid=2705&subcat=2706

But personally I'd try out some of the switches and figure out which you prefer.

Blue - Strong tactile feedback. Audible click. 50g actuation force.
The MX Blue switch is usually reminds people of the old "clicky" keyboards from the early PC days. The combination of the strong tactile feedback and simultaneous click gives a very satisfying feel while typing. However, the clicking can be loud, which can limit its use in shared computing spaces.

Brown - Light tactile feedback. No click. 45g actuation force.
The MX Brown switches can be considered a lighter version of the MX Blue switch without the audible click. The tactile bump not as nearly as distinct, but it does still provide enough feedback for your fingers to detect when the switch has been activated.

Red - No tactile feedback. No click. 45g actuation force.
The MX Red switches are almost identical to the Black switches, but have a softer spring for a much lower actuation force. Although this switch has the same actuation force as the Browns, it feels lighter due to the linear action. Also commonly marketed as a "gamer" switch.

Black - No tactile feedback. No click. 60g actuation force.
MX Black switches are linear switches, so they have no tactile feedback unless the switch is "bottomed out," meaning the switch is pressed all the way down. The keystroke is smooth all the way down. The stronger spring is said to help the switch reset faster, which can be useful in some instances where "double tapping" is needed. The stiffer switches may also help with accidental key presses from straying fingers. Commonly marketed as a "gamer" switch.
 
I like the Ducky legend but have read some reviews of some issues with the large buttons needing better assistance.
 
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