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[Chittagong]

2025 is here, and it should be an incredible one for gaming. This may be the first gaming setup thread posted from Antarctica, but here we are! Last year brought us PS5 Pro and Apple Vision Pro, but this year should be the real deal - Switch 2, or whatever they will call it.

The original gaming setup thread

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Random highlights from 2024

Now that’s a home arcade - Ma-Yuan

One in the pink, one in the… black? - OverHeat

That’s a substantial amount of models - DirtyBast8rd

Clean! - rofif

Potential to double up as a strip club at night - HeWhoWalks

FAQs

How do I upload pics?
Use the +Image button below. In case it's not working for some reason, Abload.de is pretty good too. On iPhone, you may need to hit the image size and set it to Large instead of Maximum

My setup is cluttered, I don't want to post it!
Just do it! Seeing collections of hundreds of games, figures, art is a lot of fun. We have seen all kinds over the years.

Can I post other rooms and non-gaming stuff? Kitchen? Garage? Cars? Audio gear? Bondage cave?
Yes! While it's good to lead with gaming setups, feel free to follow with a broader look. If you post a lot of non-gaming pictures, please use a spoiler tag. Some people enjoy peeking into people's different lives around the world. We tried having a separate cribs thread back in 2011, but redundancy with this thread meant the concept didn't take off alone.

What's going on with your setup?
Our main home on Moorea is about week or two away of being ready, I will post pics of it when done. Also, I do still have my London and Finland setups, where we spend a few months each year.

My Balatro setup 2025:

 

[Exentryk]

PC couch setup is still the same as before. PC connected to 65 inch C9 OLED TV with Xbox Elite v2 controller and Logitech wireless keyboard for controls.

 

[drganon]

 

[RagnarokIV]

I feel like a poor person: 2025 edition

 

[EverydayBeast]

There’s no question there’s better, crazier gaming setups out there, areas for you to get together for cooperative gaming, lights, but I make this small area work. I’ve tried pc gaming, with a desk and it wasn’t for me. I think the recliner adds to the console gamer reputation. There’s potential for a TV upgrade (Sharp 43” LED 2160p 4K UHD with Roku and HDR), there’s PS3, and PS4 and I’m looking at next gen and for people who don’t know there’s still a lot of life left in the PS4.

 

[That Damn Kid]

There’s no question there’s better, crazier gaming setups out there, areas for you to get together for cooperative gaming, lights, but I make this small area work. I’ve tried pc gaming, with a desk and it wasn’t for me. I think the recliner adds to the console gamer reputation. There’s potential for a TV upgrade (Sharp 43” LED 2160p 4K UHD with Roku and HDR), there’s PS3, and PS4 and I’m looking at next gen and for people who don’t know there’s still a lot of life left in the PS4.

How effective is that radiator heater? My office is around and the same size and there's no heat vent

 

[RagnarokIV]

There’s no question there’s better, crazier gaming setups out there, areas for you to get together for cooperative gaming, lights, but I make this small area work. I’ve tried pc gaming, with a desk and it wasn’t for me. I think the recliner adds to the console gamer reputation. There’s potential for a TV upgrade (Sharp 43” LED 2160p 4K UHD with Roku and HDR), there’s PS3, and PS4 and I’m looking at next gen and for people who don’t know there’s still a lot of life left in the PS4.

How effective are all the sneakers around the setup? Do you take advantage of the sudden need to sprint or run a marathon mid gaming session and has it affected your cardiovascular health in a positive way?

 

[Chittagong]

Best shoe setup 2025 for sure! Do you use those sneakers or are they collectibles?

 

[Celcius]

Chittagong here's the 2022 thread if you'd like to include it in the OP list as well: https://www.neogaf.com/threads/show-us-your-gaming-setup-2022-edition.1626789/

 

[joeygreco1985]

These are from my gaming room in my basement, taken this morning so its up to date!

 

[Chittagong]

Chittagong here's the 2022 thread if you'd like to include it in the OP list as well: https://www.neogaf.com/threads/show-us-your-gaming-setup-2022-edition.1626789/

Haha, wow I forgot it last year too. Added now. Thanks!

 

[dok1or]

New from last year; PS5 - PS5 PRO, Cloud III wirelles headphones for PC, LED lights behind TV, chair for xbox gamepad.... And few new LEGOs...

 

[Bartski]

There’s no question there’s better, crazier gaming setups out there, areas for you to get together for cooperative gaming, lights, but I make this small area work. I’ve tried pc gaming, with a desk and it wasn’t for me. I think the recliner adds to the console gamer reputation. There’s potential for a TV upgrade (Sharp 43” LED 2160p 4K UHD with Roku and HDR), there’s PS3, and PS4 and I’m looking at next gen and for people who don’t know there’s still a lot of life left in the PS4.

Props to the Beast, I can almost smell it

EDIT:

Believe it or not I wear them not just collectibles.

 

[EverydayBeast]

How effective is that radiator heater? My office is around and the same size and there's no heat vent

Crazy heat from that thing so I keep it low, it gets hot.

 

[keraj37]

 

[EverydayBeast]

How effective are all the sneakers around the setup? Do you take advantage of the sudden need to sprint or run a marathon mid gaming session and has it affected your cardiovascular health in a positive way?

Was a sneakerhead and into collecting Jordan’s.

Best shoe setup 2025 for sure! Do you use those sneakers or are they collectibles?

Believe it or not I wear them not just collectibles.

 

[Topher]

That’s Banjo64 level of minimalism.

 

[FoxMcChief]

Not gonna lie, this is how I picture GHG games.

 

[GHG]

Not gonna lie, this is how I picture GHG games.

That's my Xbox gaming setup.

 

[Big Baller]

EverydayBeast is the real deal. Ill post some pictures once my rig is build.

 

[Banjo64]

Unchanged, but I’ve added a Steam Deck.

Skull & Co Grip Case on my Switch OLED. JSAUX Mod Case on my Deck OLED. 3.5mm Apple earphones with mic.

2025 is the year of change Topher . I’m going to do something with my wall so it’s not blank. Ideas I’ve had:

• collage of family photos.
• collage of important box arts (Ocarina of Time, Banjo-Kazooie, Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition PS3, Skyrim 360, Pokémon Silver) maybe complimented by a neon piece or the Wind Waker stained glass tapestry.
• Samsung Frame 32 inch (I’ve read mixed opinions in terms of the software getting worse on these).

I’ll update the thread in a few months once I’ve updated the set up.

 

[Ma-Yuan]

Thx mentioning me first Chittagong



Looks a bit different in the first room now and I will do an update for 2025 later this year. But these are my gaming stations.

 

[LectureMaster]

The main upgrade I had last year was the LG G4 OLED.

 

[Mister Wolf]

 

[MikeM]

There’s no question there’s better, crazier gaming setups out there, areas for you to get together for cooperative gaming, lights, but I make this small area work. I’ve tried pc gaming, with a desk and it wasn’t for me. I think the recliner adds to the console gamer reputation. There’s potential for a TV upgrade (Sharp 43” LED 2160p 4K UHD with Roku and HDR), there’s PS3, and PS4 and I’m looking at next gen and for people who don’t know there’s still a lot of life left in the PS4.

Which shoes make you run the fastest? My inner five year old wants to know.

 

[keraj37]

This one for real (last gen equipment but still)

 

[Celcius]

This one for real (last gen equipment but still)

Eww, let's keep AI generated setups out of here y'all

 

[LavitzSlambert]

There’s no question there’s better, crazier gaming setups out there, areas for you to get together for cooperative gaming, lights, but I make this small area work. I’ve tried pc gaming, with a desk and it wasn’t for me. I think the recliner adds to the console gamer reputation. There’s potential for a TV upgrade (Sharp 43” LED 2160p 4K UHD with Roku and HDR), there’s PS3, and PS4 and I’m looking at next gen and for people who don’t know there’s still a lot of life left in the PS4.

All money spent on shoes, none left for games?

 

[CLW]

Ah yes it’s the TENTH ANNUAL this is the year I’m gonna post my setup thread - of course building my next home right now so that will probably get delayed into 2026

 

[Skifi28]

The setup itself hasn't changed all that much, but I've really gotten into gunpla now. That and there's now a pro where the PS5 used to be which got moved to the bedroom TV.

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

Always happy to see this thread pop up in the new year, even though I never actually participate in it. I guess I should be in a position to this year, as my house will finally be furnished and decorated. It's only been uh... 16 years since I last had something to show.

Anyway, cool as always to see the setups.

 

[swaffles23]

 

[Punished Miku]

Spoiler: Soundtrack

 

[LavitzSlambert]

Always happy to see this thread pop up in the new year, even though I never actually participate in it. I guess I should be in a position to this year, as my house will finally be furnished and decorated. It's only been uh... 16 years since I last had something to show.

Anyway, cool as always to see the setups.

Same here, nothing to contribute but I would love to. Maybe one day I'll get a house/condo and once I do, I'll setup the game room and share with everyone here.

 

[gameroomtheater]

My Insta for a video of the below pics (its much nicer in motion ) This year had a few racing rigs, had the pleasure of having a few celebs come by as they found me on social media. I had an F1 driver on my racing rig too, he signed it afterwards. Some audio upgrades, a nice cabinet containing the ust projector and another UST upgrade by the flying rig, a custom arcade, more tickers upgraded vpinball, upgraded laser theater projector and a couple of other things. I've posted every year for the last 3 years so you guys can see the evolution . Lots more to come in 2025, Happy New Year!

 

[Chittagong]

My Insta for a video of the below pics (its much nicer in motion ) This year had a few racing rigs, had the pleasure of having a few celebs come by as they found me on social media. I had an F1 driver on my racing rig too, he signed it afterwards. Some audio upgrades, a nice cabinet containing the ust projector and another UST upgrade by the flying rig, a custom arcade, more tickers upgraded vpinball, upgraded laser theater projector and a couple of other things. I've posted every year for the last 3 years so you guys can see the evolution . Lots more to come in 2025, Happy New Year!

This is absolutely f’ing nuts in the best possible way! I might have the resources to do something like this, but certainly not the vision. Would love to hear more - what is the space like, what was the concept, what is the setup like…?

 

[gameroomtheater]

Thx man, started during covid and then kept going as people were looking for some of my DIY projects. Then it blew up on my social media! Enjoy the journey rather than the destination and hence why it's constantly changing! Check out my Instagram here with more detail

 

[EverydayBeast]

Which shoes make you run the fastest? My inner five year old wants to know.

Good question and for those who don’t know it was from a challenge.

 

[EverydayBeast]

All money spent on shoes, none left for games?

Post in thread 'Show us your gaming setup: 2025 Edition'
https://www.neogaf.com/threads/show-us-your-gaming-setup-2025-edition.1679152/post-269969788

 

[Rush2112]

My Insta for a video of the below pics (its much nicer in motion ) This year had a few racing rigs, had the pleasure of having a few celebs come by as they found me on social media. I had an F1 driver on my racing rig too, he signed it afterwards. Some audio upgrades, a nice cabinet containing the ust projector and another UST upgrade by the flying rig, a custom arcade, more tickers upgraded vpinball, upgraded laser theater projector and a couple of other things. I've posted every year for the last 3 years so you guys can see the evolution . Lots more to come in 2025, Happy New Year!

 

[CrustyBritches]

Are we going to unban DynamiteCop so he can post his setup?

 

[CLW]

Thx man, started during covid and then kept going as people were looking for some of my DIY projects. Then it blew up on my social media! Enjoy the journey rather than the destination and hence why it's constantly changing! Check out my Instagram here with more detail

Building a new home now with a dedicated game and movie room. What theater seats did you go with? I’m looking for a dark red/crimson leather theater seat

 

[HerjansEagleFeeder]

Unchanged, but I’ve added a Steam Deck.

Skull & Co Grip Case on my Switch OLED. JSAUX Mod Case on my Deck OLED. 3.5mm Apple earphones with mic.

2025 is the year of change Topher . I’m going to do something with my wall so it’s not blank. Ideas I’ve had:

• collage of family photos.
• collage of important box arts (Ocarina of Time, Banjo-Kazooie, Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition PS3, Skyrim 360, Pokémon Silver) maybe complimented by a neon piece or the Wind Waker stained glass tapestry.
• Samsung Frame 32 inch (I’ve read mixed opinions in terms of the software getting worse on these).

I’ll update the thread in a few months once I’ve updated the set up.

Sorry for crashing the thread, but: Have you thought about mounting a monitor or tv to the wall which you can connect to the Deck and Switch via a single cable? In case of the Deck, you wouldnt even need a separate controller as you can use the Deck while the cables plugged in.

 

[gameroomtheater]

Valencia Theater Seating. Link and discount code here

 

[neocycle]

I'm always astonished how gamers simply don't care about speakers.

 

[Banjo64]

Sorry for crashing the thread, but: Have you thought about mounting a monitor or tv to the wall which you can connect to the Deck and Switch via a single cable? In case of the Deck, you wouldnt even need a separate controller as you can use the Deck while the cables plugged in.

Thank you for taking the time to comment

I’ve thought about mounting a monitor in the past. I sleep with my head next to my desk, so I’d want something close to being flush with the wall. I want something that looks premium, and not like a monitor. It’s difficult to find.

As an alternate I’ve thought about buying a ‘retro’ second hand LCD display to take me back to my late teenage years. I like this one:

Using the Deck as a controller is interesting. I’d be inclined to use my 8bitdo Ultimate though. My Switch would only be plugged in to play N64 games.

 

[SHA]

I'm always astonished how gamers simply don't care about speakers.

I do, they change the experience dramatically.

 

[Sybrix]

 

[cireza]

I’ve thought about mounting a monitor in the past. I sleep with my head next to my desk, so I’d want something close to being flush with the wall. I want something that looks premium, and not like a monitor. It’s difficult to find.

A Samsung The Frame ? My TV is 32 inch, it needs to be small because my room is small. It is a bit expensive, but I think this is the best 32 inch TV you can get. It is made to be wall-mounted of course, and is very thin. There is block that you have to put somewhere below though.


Here is my setup. Serves as a gaming room, but also for work (professional) and game development (personal projects) (yes, I have kids) :

 

[Punished Miku]

Good question and for those who don’t know it was from a challenge.

Why not move two down from the back row to make it symmetrical?