Rev Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 My wife wants to get rid of the reclining couch for a normal, smaller, more decorative one. A decision I've heartily declined for a few years now because I do all my gaming from our couch but she's recently employing the tactic of trying to get me to game from a gaming chair instead. How are they? Worth about 200+$? Are there diminishing returns on comfort above a certain price? I've seen some options for built in mouse and keyboard trays which would be cool for me because I game on my PC and consoles all through my TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxEvil AshxX Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Keep the couch. Get a new wife. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimpleG Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 They are over priced for what you get. A comfortable well built office chair is heads and shoulders above a gaming chair. Gaming anything is almost always over priced junk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 I would suggest looking at used high-quality office chairs such as Aerons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbsolutSurgen Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 2 minutes ago, SimpleG said: They are over priced for what you get. A comfortable well built office chair is heads and shoulders above a gaming chair. Gaming anything is almost always over priced junk. A comfortable well-built office chair is also significantly more expensive than a gaming chair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 1 minute ago, mikechorney said: A comfortable well-built office chair is also significantly more expensive than a gaming chair. Which is why you look for a pre-owned one 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimpleG Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Yes they are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 How do you guys feel gaming chairs compare to playing on a reclining couch for like 8+ hours at a time? Also, have any of you found a good solution for mouse and keyboard without a desk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbsolutSurgen Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 3 minutes ago, Rev said: How do you guys feel gaming chairs compare to playing on a reclining couch for like 8+ hours at a time? Also, have any of you found a good solution for mouse and keyboard without a desk? I feel like shit after sitting for 8 hours on a couch -- due to my poor posture on a couch. I sit for 8+ hours in an office chair almost every day, and feel better. That said, not sure how I would set up a "gaming chair" in a family room though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 I’ve flirted with the idea of buying a gaming chair but they are pricey for what they seem they are. Maybe someday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nokt Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 I own this DXRacer I've had it for a couple years. I got it 50% off during black friday or something of that nature. Its comfy, yet firm. You don't really sink into it nor is it entirely uncomfortable to sit in. It doesn't get hot really even during the summer months. The armrests options are useless(?) for me at least, 9 options, various heights, and I just keep it standard facing forward and as high as it goes while still sliding under my desk. My biggest issue with it is that while you can take the lumbar support pillow off, it just creates this void where the back meets the seat. By comparison I had a LaZboy chair that I got from Sam's Club while super comfy I also started having back pains after sitting in it for a few months. Quickly stopped using it. Prior to that I had this Markus from IKEA that I've heard some people rave about. It wasn't a bad chair by any means, I just didn't find it to be that great. Would I recommend one? Sure, they aren't horrible chairs, quite the opposite I think they are crafted pretty well. Just not worth the money, get it on clearance/sale or second hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moa Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Gaming chairs are hideous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSoxFan9 Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 https://www.needforseatusa.com/en_us/maxnomic-ergoceptor-pro.html I've had my eye on this chair for awhile. the local Microsoft store has one of their chairs on display, and it's much more comfortable than I expected. I have a knockoff aeron which is nice but I would like a high back chair instead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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AbsolutSurgen Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 I was thinking of this one... I can't really justify a $700-800 chair. I'm currently sitting on a fold-up chair at my desk in my office at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodimus Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 38 minutes ago, ManUtdRedDevils said: Yes this but I am affraid of the cost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 40 minutes ago, ManUtdRedDevils said: This looks like a dream to game in but I wonder if it'd decimate my back over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbsolutSurgen Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 11 minutes ago, Rev said: This looks like a dream to game in but I wonder if it'd decimate my back over time. I think it would I reverse image searched it https://www.utilitydesign.co.uk/vitra-eames-lounge-chair-amp-ottoman-american-cherry It would definitely decimate your wallet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodimus Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 45 minutes ago, mikechorney said: I think it would I reverse image searched it https://www.utilitydesign.co.uk/vitra-eames-lounge-chair-amp-ottoman-american-cherry It would definitely decimate your wallet. While that is a ton. Here is a lot. https://moddaydesigns.com/product/lounge-chair-ottoman-palisander/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI28zjm7aT3gIVBaZpCh3exwhCEAkYASABEgILwvD_BwE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbsolutSurgen Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 10 minutes ago, Rodimus said: While that is a ton. Here is a lot. https://moddaydesigns.com/product/lounge-chair-ottoman-palisander/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI28zjm7aT3gIVBaZpCh3exwhCEAkYASABEgILwvD_BwE Lol. I didn’t go beyond the first hit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 4 hours ago, SFLUFAN said: I would suggest looking at used high-quality office chairs such as Aerons. The problem with something like an Aeron IMO is that it's high-backed. We have Aerons at work, and I like mine for the office, but wouldn't want one for home use. I've been served well by going to Staples and trying high-backed chairs until I find one I like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOD Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 I'm partial to this one... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodimus Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 8 minutes ago, GOD said: I'm partial to this one... Ghostbusters! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfit410 Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Working IT and most hobbies revolving around the PC I have got to find something with strong lower back support.. I'm always in serious pain and have to remind myself to set up straight, wish I had a chair that gave me enough support I don't need to think about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The def star Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 I have a gaming chair that replaced a $100 office chair that after years of use fell apart. I got an Arozzi Vernazza. Honestly it was money well spent. It provides better support than a plain old office chair and so far I have had it for a year and it has held up. No wear and tear so far. It has rotatable arm rest and they slide up and down, back and forward. You don't sink in like a couch but I think in long gaming sessions that isn't good. I haven't had back issues compared to my old chair. I also looked into high end office chairs and while they were much more comfortable they were also way more expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amazatron Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Be a man and stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 After using an office chair that I thought was nice but it had like a faux leather skin that started falling off I've been considering one of these as well. Also looking at one of those Maxnmic ones since you can get a non ugly one. $400 seems kinda pricey, being the biggest turn off for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimpleG Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 1 hour ago, The def star said: I have a gaming chair that replaced a $100 office chair that after years of use fell apart. I got an Arozzi Vernazza. Honestly it was money well spent. It provides better support than a plain old office chair and so far I have had it for a year and it has held up. No wear and tear so far. It has rotatable arm rest and they slide up and down, back and forward. You don't sink in like a couch but I think in long gaming sessions that isn't good. I haven't had back issues compared to my old chair. I also looked into high end office chairs and while they were much more comfortable they were also way more expensive. No offense but that chair looks like it was pulled from some high school kids 88 honda civic with a coffee can exhaust. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 I just want to point out that this topic pops up on ResetERA about once a month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 16 minutes ago, SFLUFAN said: I just want to point out that this topic pops up on ResetERA about once a month Are you telling us to jump ship to ResetERA? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 30 minutes ago, Jason said: Are you telling us to jump ship to ResetERA? Half of us would get banned within a week there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSoxFan9 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 but who wants to go to resetera their opinions aren’t trustworthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjomesphat Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 So is this a living room? Has your wife seen what gaming chairs look like? That's not something you want people to see in your house. I switch between the couch and the floor with my head propped up by a pillow. Just get a nice couch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The def star Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 1 hour ago, SimpleG said: No offense but that chair looks like it was pulled from some high school kids 88 honda civic with a coffee can exhaust. None taken but you can get solid colors so it can be all black. I like the color red and it makes the chair look fun. I use it to play video games. I don't think I need a sophisticated looking chair to play video games Actually it feels appropriate when playing Forza Horizon 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkStar189 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Go to your local junkyard and take a look around. You're bound to find a wrecked 99 Honda Civic with a Sparco racing seat. Prop that bitch up on some cinder blocks in the living room and you're good to go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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