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Amazon Prime Early Access Deals for Cozy and Casual Gamers
- October 11, 2022
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The wonderous madness begins!
If you’re anything like me, you DROOL over a good sale, which is why I’m so excited to share some of my picks from this year’s Amazon Prime Early Access Sale with you!
Without further ado, let’s get to the good part: the best deals on all things cozy, casual, and cute in gaming!
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Nintendo Switch Game Deals

GAME NAME

SALE PRICE

SAVINGS

Animal Crossing: New Horizons + Happy Home Paradise Bundle (Main Game is Physical, DLC Digital)

$59.99

$24.99 / 29%

Pokemon Snap for Nintendo Switch (Physical and Digital)

$39.99

$20.00 / 33%

Super Mario Odyssey + Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Physical or Digital)

$74.99

$44.99 / 37%

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (Physical or Digital)

$39.99

$20.00 / 33%

Yoshi’s Crafted World (Physical)

$39.99

$20.00 / 33%

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (Physical and Digital)

$39.99

$20.00 / 33%

Life is Strange: True Colors (Physical)

$29.99

$30.00 / 50%

Two-Point Hospital (Physical)

$21.99

$18.00 / 45%

Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (Physical or Digital)

$29.99

$10.00 / 25%

Cute + Kawaii Gaming Accessories

Razer Kraken Kitty Headset in Pink
Original Price: $149.99
Sale Price: $94.99
Savings: $55.00 / 37%

Razer Viper Lightweight Wireless Mouse
Original Price: $149.99
Sale Price: $75.99
Savings: $74.99 / 49%

Razer Barracuda X Wireless Multi-Platform Gaming and Mobile Headset
Original Price: $99.99
Sale Price: $59.99
Savings: $40.00 / 40%

Razer Opus X Wireless Low Latency Headset: Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Original Price: $99.99
Sale Price: $59.99
Savings: $40.00 / 40%

Razer Seiren Mini USB Condenser Microphone: for Streaming and Gaming on PC
Original Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $38.99
Savings: $11.00 / 22%

Turtle Beach Recon Spark Gaming Headset
Original Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $34.95
Savings: $15.04 / 30%

RGB Gaming Keyboard and Mouse Combo (In Various Colors)
Original Price: $28.99
Sale Price: $23.19
Savings: 20%

NexiGo Wireless Controller for Switch/Switch Lite/OLED
Original Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $31.99
Savings: 36%
Guides, Tech Reviews
How to Design a Gaming Room You’ll Obsess Over
- September 30, 2022
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You’ve scrolled through Pinterest until 2 AM wishing you could design a gaming room of your own one too many times, and you’ve come to a decision:
You want to make those dreams a reality.
But… Where do you even start? How do you design a gaming room? What does a gaming room need? How much does it cost? How the heck do you plan all of this out?
Especially if you’re starting from scratch, designing a gaming room can be super intimidating. That’s why I’ve created this guide!
You’re not just going to learn what you need to do–I’m also going to give you some of my best tips that I discovered when designing my own gaming room!
First, we’ll look at a few questions you might have before you start. Then, I’ll break down my 9-step process for getting inspired, making plans, and making purchases for your gaming setup.
Let’s do this!

What does a gaming room need?
If you’ve never designed a gaming room, you’re probably wondering what you need! Luckily, it’s mostly up to you and your tastes, but here are a few staples:

Your consoles, PC, and/or mobile device

A gaming chair (or just anywhere comfy to sit!)

A table, desk, or entertainment stand for your PC and/or console and TV

Outlets for all of the wires (this is an easy one to forget, but it’s a must!)

I would say this is the bare minimum for what you actually need, but you can be as minimal or as maximal as you want with your setup.
How much does a gaming room cost?

Again, it totally depends on what you want and how much you’re willing to spend. If you want to use what you already have, then it’s free! However, maybe you’re going all the way and adding an additional room to your home. That will be a lot pricier!
Here are some pricing brackets to give you a better idea about gaming room costs:
Small Steps ($0)

Making due with what you have may be the best choice.
Using stuff you already own

Decorating ($20-249)

“Beautifying” an existing gaming room setup
Wall art
Desk mats
Accessories
Lighting

Revamp ($250-999)

Adding new big-ticket items in addition to decor
Desk
Gaming chair
Monitor/TV screen

All New ($1k+)

You’re pulling out all the stops (and then some!).
Top-of-the-line PC
High-quality desks and chairs
Interior/exterior remodeling
How do I plan my gaming setup?
If you’re a planner nerd like me, this is where things get fun! We’ll dig into this deeper soon, but the most important point is to plan BEFORE you buy. Here are some other tips:
Shop around and research! You’ll want to compare a lot of different items to make sure you make the best and most educated decision–especially for the higher-ticket items like gaming chairs and consoles.

Pay attention to how you would use a furniture item to see what would work best. As an example, I wanted an L-shaped desk so I could have two different “workstations” that I could easily switch between. However, I noticed that most L-shaped desks have support in the nook of the L that you can’t move your legs through. I found the perfect one that doesn’t have extra supports and is still sturdy!

Focus on what you FEEL as much as what you like. If you love the color red but want to design a gaming room that feels cozy, you might feel better with pops of red rather than using red as the main color.
The bottom line is to ask yourself questions and do your research!
How to Design a Gaming Room in 9 Steps

1. Decide on a location
The first step in designing your gaming haven is to choose a location. You probably have already decided on a location, but if you haven’t, make sure you choose a location that:
Has enough room for you, other players (if you’re a social gamer), your gaming tech, and your furniture
Has access to electrical outlets
Stays a respectful distance from everyone else in your household
You may have a location that already serves a similar purpose. For example, some people will have dual gaming room/offices or gaming room/living rooms. If that’s the case and you’re already low on space, I’d highly recommend this!
I personally have a gaming room that also serves as my office, and it’s the best room in the house by far. It’s so cute from the gaming decor that the work even feels more fun!
2. Decide on a gaming theme or aesthetic
Who doesn’t love a good aesthetic gaming room? Plus, there are SO many possibilities for themes to choose from. Here are a few examples:
Choose one color and base your design around it
Choose a natural location, like the ocean or a woodland forest
Choose a vibe and run with it! (This could be cozy, kawaii, spooky, energetic, edgy, etc.)
And, of course, in the year 2022, I’d be silly not to include the aesthetic “cores.” As an aficionado but not an expert, I’ll refer you to the aesthetic -cores list in the aesthetics fandom wiki.
3. Get inspired

Now is the time to get on Pinterest (if you weren’t already!) and find some designs that inspire you. I’d also highly recommend checking places like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok for visual inspiration.
And remember, you don’t even necessarily need to be looking for gaming setups. Try looking at offices, living rooms, and entertainment rooms as well. You may even want images of certain art pieces that you like, or color palettes. There are no rules!
My best tip: try to find pictures of complete designs that are about the same size as your gaming room location is. This makes it so much easier to visualize how things would actually look when you finalize your gaming room design.

4. Make a list of what gaming furniture, accessories, and tech you need

It’s list time! You know what basics you need: a desk, table, gaming tech, and outlets. Here are a few other items you might put on your list:
More games (this one never gets checked off, let’s be honest)
Wall art
An additional screen or monitor
Additional controllers
Desk mat or mouse pad
Mouse
Headset
Storage boxes to keep consoles and controllers organized

Console/controller skins
Cases
Game disc/cartridge organizers
Lighting
Figurines, plushies, or other game-inspired items
Beverages and snacks (this is crucial, don’t @ me)
A side table for beverages and snacks (equally crucial)
5. Determine your budget
While we would all love to drop several grand on our dream gaming room (#goals) many of us have only so much we can spend.
That’s why it’s important to have two types of budget:
Total budget for the project
Budget per item
You’ll want to set an amount that’s reasonable for your income and your existing investment. For example, if your favorite aesthetics change every few months, don’t spend as much on decorations when you know you’ll end up replacing them. Meanwhile, if you eat, sleep, and breathe the color purple, you probably don’t need to think twice!
The same goes for your love of gaming and certain consoles. If you’re usually a mobile gamer but you just got your first console, I’d advise you to spend less as you’re not sure how big this new addition will be in your life.
Finally, keep in mind that your budget can extend over time. Maybe your total budget is $1,200, but you can only afford $100 a month. That works perfectly fine, too!
6. Research the items from your list
Be sure to do your research before making a purchase! Compare the items you want with others and compare them on things like price, specs, quality, size, etc. Typically, you want to find the item that is the best value, so you get the most bang for your buck.
The best place to start is Amazon. Here is what I would suggest for a process:
Choose an item from your list
Examine at least 3 different options for that item
After you inspect each item, if you would consider buying it, add it to your cart
Repeat with each item on your list
This will help you segue smoothly into the next step.
7. Prioritize which gaming room items you need most

One of the best tips I can give you is to prioritize where you spend your money throughout your gaming room design process. You’re going to want to allocate the most money toward the items that you absolutely need–like your chair, desk, console, etc.
So, if your cart goes over budget, try trimming down on the items that aren’t as crucial. For example, if you’re $20 over budget, you might buy one fewer decoration.
Meanwhile, if you’re $100 under budget, you may want to invest that and upgrade one of your big-ticket items instead of adding more decorations.

8. Order your gaming room furniture and decor

You came, you added to cart, and now?
You buy.
(And then wait, staring longingly out the window while you wait for the mailperson, refreshing the ETA every hour. Godspeed.)

9. Arrange and finalize your gaming setup

Once all of your furniture, tech, accessories, and decorations are in, it’s setup time! I’d suggest trying a few different layouts (at least in your head) before finalizing the gaming room design.
And, now that everything’s set up… get playing!

Summary: How to Design a Gaming Room
Let’s go over what you’ve learned in this guide. Here are the 9 steps to designing a gaming room:
Decide on a location
Decide on a gaming theme or aesthetic
Get inspired
Make a list of what gaming furniture, accessories, and tech you need
Determine your budget
Research the items from your list
Prioritize which gaming room items you need most
Order your gaming room furniture and decor
Arrange and finalize your gaming setup
I hope this has given you some more confidence and know-how for when you design your game room and plan your gaming setup!
Game on!
Guides, Reviews, Tech Reviews
5 Cute Gaming Chairs for Plus-Size Gamers
- September 19, 2022
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The Top 5 Cute Gaming Chairs for Plus-Size Gamers

One of the worst things about being plus-size for me, bar none, is that it’s so much harder to find cute things. Now I need to find cute things to support these cheeks? The absolute nerve of my body, I swear.

If only there was someone who found all the best cute gaming chairs that was ready for this jelly…

Oh wait. I did.

(And there was much rejoicing.)

Check out my top picks for cute gaming chairs for plus-size gamers below!

Hint: #2 is my absolute fave! (Do I mean the chair? That’s for you to decide.)
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1. FANTASYLAB Big and Tall Gaming Chair (Pink)

Best Chair

Amazon Purchase Link
Price: $209.99
Weigh Capacity: 400 lbs
Color: Pink
Average Review: 4.4/5 Stars

I’m in LOVE with this super cute pink chair! Pink and white are the perfect color combo for a cute gaming room, and the reviews rave that this chair is comfortable, easy to put together, and perfect for plus-size gamers.
When I was getting my office chair, I was torn between this one and the one I purchased (see below). I ended up purchasing the one below because I use my chair for gaming AND work, and I wasn’t sure if my clients would be cool with a pink chair on Zoom. Also, while reviewers said this chair was comfortable, reviewers DROOLED over the comfort of the COLAMY chair.
However, this one is first place because it is just adorable. It’s so perfect for a pink gaming room set-up, and if I had the money, I would buy this one, too!

Click Here to Buy This Chair
Pros:

Fully-adjustable height, armrests, and back

Beautiful faux leather fabric for a sleek, chic look

Easy to put together

Super comfortable

Cons:

On the spendy side compared to some other options

Currently ineligible for Prime delivery
2. COLAMY Big and Tall Executive Desk Chair (Brown)

Best Comfort

Amazon Purchase Link
Price: $241.52
Weigh Capacity: 400 lbs
Color: Brown
Average Review: 4.4/5 Stars

This is actually the chair I’m sitting in as I’m writing this article (it’s the one I use in my own office!) and let me tell you: it is SO. DANG. COZY. With its dark chocolate brown coloring, it’s perfect for a cozy gaming room for cottagecore and forestcore fans! (Ooh, maybe dark academia as well?)
I specifically looked for the most comfortable big and tall office chair I could find for myself (cozy is an aesthetic AND a lifestyle, my friends!), and this was the winner based on the reviews.
I can’t remember the last time I’ve sat in an office chair and not wanted to get off it immediately–until this chair. Now I can sit at my desk to work and play for hours while this glorious throne cradles my sensitive little butt.

Click Here to Buy This Chair
Pros:

It will grace your buttcheeks by cradling them with smooth, plush comfort

Gorgeous dark brown color and high-quality material

Feels extremely sturdy and durable

Adjustable height, reclining, and 360-degree swivel

Cons:

On the spendy side compared to some other options

Not pink (liek if u cri every tiem)
3. Pastel Bunny Gaming Chairs by JOYFLY (Pink, Light Blue, and Light Purple)

Cutest and Most Affordable

Amazon Purchase Link
Price: $109.99
Weigh Capacity: 350 lbs
Color: Pink, Light Blue, Light Purple
Average Review: 4.4/5 Stars

If you’re obsessed with all things kawaii, this is the chair for you! In a variety of pastels like pink, blue, and purple, this bunny-themed chair is so cute it hurts.
Also, if you take a closer look, you’ll see that the chairs have more than just adorably floppy ears–they also have LIL PUFF BALL COTTON TAILS. How can you not feel happier just by LOOKING at these? Impossible.
The reviews say this chair is adorable and comfy, but one of the bigger qualms is that it’s relatively short, so this chair would be best for a shorter person. It’s also not explicitly a plus-size chair, but I added it to the list because of the weight capacity, widened seat, and of course, the cuteness!

Click Here to Buy This Chair
Pros:

CUTE AF + BUNNY THEME

Comes in a variety of colors (feminine but not just pink!)

Very affordable price

Comfortable to sit in for gaming

Cons:

The price is reflective of the durability and quality in comparison to higher-priced chairs

Best for shorter gamers (under 5'5" or so)

Lower weight capacity than other chairs
4. Big and Tall Kawaii Gamer Chair by LEMBERI (Pink)

Best Value (Tied)

Amazon Purchase Link
Price: $129.99
Weigh Capacity: 400 lbs
Color: Pink
Average Review: 4.4/5 Stars

If you’re looking for a kawaii chair that’s the perfect balance between cuteness, cost, and value, this is one of the two chairs I would suggest.
At $130, it’s a lot more affordable than many gaming chairs on the market, and it’s a rare plus-size gaming chair with a cute and feminine design. It has a wider seat and a weight capacity of 400 pounds, perfect for the kawaii plus-size gamer.
Plus, whereas many pink chairs are more muted, this is unique in that it’s practically a neon pink! It’s bright and bold, and the pink and white color scheme appears on the legs as well!

Click Here to Buy This Chair
Pros:

Gorgeous neon pink color scheme

Extremely reasonable and affordable pricing

Adjust height, recline, and swivel

Comfortable to sit in for gaming

Cons:

The price is reflective of the durability and quality in comparison to higher-priced chairs
5. Big and Tall Ergonomic Chair by Fuqido (Pink)

Best Value (Tied)

Amazon Purchase Link
Price: $157.53
Weigh Capacity: 400 lbs
Color: Pink
Average Review: 4.5/5 Stars

If you’re looking for a kawaii chair that’s the perfect balance between cuteness, cost, and value, this is the chair I would suggest (as well as the chair above).
This chair has such a cute, unique, and fun design. I love that, instead of being mostly pink, it’s mostly white–so it can go with more color schemes!
Many of the reviewers say this chair is a surprisingly high quality for the price, as well as being comfortable and easy to assemble. Seriously, read the reviews–people LOVE this chair! It actually has a slightly higher average review than the other chairs on this list.

Click Here to Buy This Chair
Pros:

Mostly white white pink accents makes it super cute but still versatile

Extremely reasonable and affordable pricing

Adjust height, recline, and swivel

Comfortable to sit in for gaming

Particularly high quality for the price

Cons:

Not as high quality as the first two in the list (but still very, very good!)
Top Big and Tall Cute Gaming Chair Summary

#1 Best

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Cute/Cheap

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$209.99

$241.52

$109.99

$129.99

$157.53

Weight Capacity:

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400 lbs

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4.4/5

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Comfort:

4.4/5

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4.1/5

4.3/5

4.4/5

Assembly Ease:

4.4/5

4.4/5

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4.2/5

4.5/5
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Armrests

Tilt

Tension

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360 Swivel

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360 Swivel

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360 Swivel

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Tilt

Tension

360 Swivel
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What does a gaming room need?

How much does a gaming room cost?

Small Steps ($0)

Decorating ($20-249)

Revamp ($250-999)

All New ($1k+)

How do I plan my gaming setup?

How to Design a Gaming Room in 9 Steps

1. Decide on a location

2. Decide on a gaming theme or aesthetic

3. Get inspired

4. Make a list of what gaming furniture, accessories, and tech you need

5. Determine your budget

6. Research the items from your list

7. Prioritize which gaming room items you need most

8. Order your gaming room furniture and decor

9. Arrange and finalize your gaming setup

Summary: How to Design a Gaming Room

The Top 5 Cute Gaming Chairs for Plus-Size Gamers

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