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[imBask]

Using a single 1920x1080 screen feels super cramped to me, however using a single 2560x1440 screen is more than manageable.

well it's not really about the resolution... I always seem to have a stream/a video, a guide if i'm doing something precise, a map if i'm playing DayZ, my music player if i'm playing something

I watch so much Twitch while doing something else, I could never go back to having a single monitor setup

I use dual monitors at work. While I agree from a productivity standpoint that it's so much better, from a gaming standpoint I only need a single monitor.

I'll have to post some pics soon of my humble gaming setup.

depends on what you play. In exemple : playing CS:GO without browsing on my second screen when i'm dead bores the hell out of me

 

[VicDaMoan03]

Finally retired my Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player.

Nice, I have the same TV.

 

[MrFrankFontaine]

well it's not really about the resolution... I always seem to have a stream/a video, a guide if i'm doing something precise, a map if i'm playing DayZ, my music player if i'm playing something

I watch so much Twitch while doing something else, I could never go back to having a single monitor setup



depends on what you play. In exemple : playing CS:GO without browsing on my second screen when i'm dead bores the hell out of me

Makes sense. I have my iPad sitting on my desk, which gets the job done for the same things you are describing.

 

[notoccupanther]

Today I learned .. I ain't a gamer at all ... some o' you guys have truly impressive setups. Makes me regret getting rid of my Mega Drive, Saturn, DreamCast and N64 ... gah!

I'm a mere dabbler in comparison .. .

Bravo to you all

 

[VicDaMoan03]

My setup

 

[Celcius]

Industrial Wire Shelves. Saves space by having the monitors directly above your hands, and allows you to neatly zip-tie all the cables to reduce clutter.

What monitors are you using there mkenyon?
(I'm assuming both are 120hz?)

 

[Dimefan3]

My setup

Nice Lounge dude...very 'old school' feel. Is it comfy? (I've always found some leather to be tough to sit in for a long period.)

 

[Piotrek]

The image quality isn't too good, but the light today is crappy and I don't think my phone can do any better in these circumstances. Anyways, that's my bedroom. Simple and functional, I think.

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There are also a small DSi and a DSi XL to accompany those, but I think they're at my girlfriend's place.

Yes, I'm aware that the pictures are crooked. ;-)

And finally: THE GAMES

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[Zajora]

This is my first time contributing to the setup threads, so I thought I'd try making a panorama. Turned out pretty well, I think.

 

[Bgamer90]

^Nice green.

 

[Big Papa Husker]

I've decided to take some new pictures of my setup to post them here.

Did you make those shelves?

 

[Liha]

Are you a huge Zelda fan?

 

[entremet]

This is my first time contributing to the setup threads, so I thought I'd try making a panorama. Turned out pretty well, I think.

Super cozy. Rainy days must be heaven there lol.

 

[Cheska]

This is my first time contributing to the setup threads, so I thought I'd try making a panorama. Turned out pretty well, I think.

That looks incredibly good. It's amazing how different a room can look with such a bold color of paint. LOVE IT!

 

[pikachu Lv 5]

I'm in love with this thread. It's giving me so many ideas on how I want my set-up to be.

 

[Greektown]

Introduction

Welcome to the annual NeoGAF Show us your Gaming Setup thread. Here we post pictures of your gaming setup, from the large collections to the small collections, from the big family rooms to the small room setups, doesn't matter what, show us what you got! After you've posted what you get, make sure to give feedback to other's setup so we can collectively get cooler and better setups.

My Setup

I will have better pictures in the next month when I have some time.



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Wow you must be absolutely loaded to have an apartment like that in downtown Vancouver. Lucky guy

 

[dareacher]

not as impressive as some but still pretty cool!
http://s1334.photobucket.com/user/patrickahmarani/library/?sort=3&page=1

http://s1334.photobucket.com/user/patrickahmarani/media/games1_zpsbf6754f3.jpg.html?sort=3&o=0

 

[Tabris]

Wow you must be absolutely loaded to have an apartment like that in downtown Vancouver. Lucky guy

Thanks. Not loaded though, it's actually amazing how much money you save by not owning a car. I am moving into my new place (which I bought instead of renting like my old place) in next 2 weeks. Can't wait to have everything ready for some pictures. I'm hoping it will look even better (lots of new furniture, cleaned up setup, and new apartment)

These last 2 weeks are agonizing. I keep on wanting to start packing up.

 

[iamvin22]

Cleaning up the setup; still a bit to do - will be wall mounting the 65". Please forgive me about the surrounds on top of the floorstanders, I am putting the mounts up for them tomorrow.

nice stand. where did you get this from?

 

[xJavonta]

Thanks. Not loaded though, it's actually amazing how much money you save by not owning a car. I am moving into my new place (which I bought instead of renting like my old place) in next 2 weeks. Can't wait to have everything ready for some pictures. I'm hoping it will look even better (lots of new furniture, cleaned up setup, and new apartment)

These last 2 weeks are agonizing. I keep on wanting to start packing up.

I couldn't not own a car. I live in the suburbs so getting anywhere in a decent amount of time requires a car and public transit is pretty much non-existent. I would have SO much more money if I didn't own one though, that much is true lol

 

[Infinity]

My setup

My compliments to you, the designer - good choices for wall color, decor, and the like.

I especially like "The Hangover" poster.

 

[Snogger_T]

What Sub/5.1 setup is that?

- it's the Hsu 3.1 package for the front, and I have some Polk rears. The Hsu setup consists of:

1 VTF-15H Subwoofer
2 HB-1 MK2 Horn Bookshelf Speakers
1 HC-1 MK2 Horn Center Channel speaker

 

[Zajora]

^Nice green.

Thank you.

Are you a huge Zelda fan?

Assuming you mean me, well... my avatar is from a Zelda game and I have 3 Zelda posters on the wall. A discerning eye would also notice a copy of Hyrule Historia on my shelf. Does that answer your question?

Super cozy. Rainy days must be heaven there lol.

Which is fortunate, since I live in a very rainy city!

That looks incredibly good. It's amazing how different a room can look with such a bold color of paint. LOVE IT!

Thanks. I've always been opposed to bland wall colours. I want saturation!

 

[mkenyon]

Got keys to my house last Thursday. The property is a bit over 5 acres, so my wife can keep her horses on the property with us. To do this, we have to build the pastures, arena, and eventually barn. The deal though, is that since we're tossing a bunch of money at that, I get to remodel a room as my office.

I was set on grey/green, but as we're there buying paint, my wife insists on a color called 'Toasted Pumpkin'. I agree as it does look pretty good.

We paint everything up, and as she is taking a picture she says, "Sweetie, did we just paint your office GAF colors?"

Yup.

Going to be building my desk into the closet. White desk/shelves. Pretty excited.

The flooring I ordered:

What monitors are you using there mkenyon?
(I'm assuming both are 120hz?)

BenQ XL2420T, Samsung S23A750D. Both 120Hz

 

[Zajora]

Mind if I ask which? Great room btw!

I live in Halifax. Google tells me we get an average of 132 rainy days a year - the other 233 are just overcast Also, thank you!

 

[mkenyon]

I live in Halifax. Google tells me we get an average of 132 rainy days a year - the other 233 are just overcast Also, thank you!

Sounds like a desert!

 

[Deleted member 12837]

So many of you guys with single monitor setup and im looking for a 3rd one... How can you guys manage your stuff? Not trying to be condescending, im just impressed/astonished

Efficient true multi-tasking is somewhat of a myth; the constant micro context-switching actually hampers productivity. Personally, I don't have any interest in having 10 different windows/distractions open at once. That's how I manage my stuff. I definitely don't want to be watching a movie or video while working on something else at the same time, for example.

Beyond that, studies have shown that dual mid-sized monitors versus one giant monitor essentially comes down to personal preference. That's why a lot of software companies give devs the option between 2 24" monitors or 1 30" monitor.

With all of that said, I'm pretty comfortable with both setups. Maybe a slight preference for single-monitor. Of course for gaming, I'd love 3 monitors *drools*

 

[Zajora]

Sounds like a desert!

Okay, fine. You win, your city is very rainy.

(I took a look at my city's version of that chart, and it looks like avg precipitation days is actually 151.6, so we're not that far behind!)

 

[master15]

I am moving into my new place (which I bought instead of renting like my old place) in next 2 weeks. Can't wait to have everything ready for some pictures. I'm hoping it will look even better (lots of new furniture, cleaned up setup, and new apartment)

Moving is certainly one of lifes less desirable tasks but I'm really looking forward to seeing your new set-up. How long until you think we'll get to see new pictures?

 

[Tabris]

Moving is certainly one of lifes less desirable tasks but I'm really looking forward to seeing your new set-up. How long until you think we'll get to see new pictures?

Moving isn't that bad, it's all of this arrangements with lawyer, property management companies, bank, realtor, etc. So much effort involved with closing.

I am hoping I will have everything done except for my new desk (need to order it in from a specific store) and patio furniture (waiting until Summer 14) in September.

 

[NinjaCatfish]

Cleaned up, so figured I'd take some photos for you guys.
My PC setup to start with, where work and occasional play occurs.

And the PC itself, hard to photograph under the desk.

Specs:
CPU: Intel i5 2500K @ 4.4GHz
Cooler: Noctua NH-D14
RAM: 16GB Corsair Vengeance LP
Mobo: AsRock Z77 Extreme4
GPU: XFX Double Dissipation 7970 GHz
Monitor: Dell U2711
Audio: Audioengine D1 USB DAC
Speakers: Audioengine A2

And finally, the TV with the consoles I could justify cramming into this little room.

Space in the middle for a new console in November!

 

[bodyboarder]

Thanks. Not loaded though, it's actually amazing how much money you save by not owning a car. I am moving into my new place (which I bought instead of renting like my old place) in next 2 weeks. Can't wait to have everything ready for some pictures. I'm hoping it will look even better (lots of new furniture, cleaned up setup, and new apartment)

These last 2 weeks are agonizing. I keep on wanting to start packing up.

I have high expectations.

Spoiler

no pressure

 

[Phat Michael]

Cleaned up, so figured I'd take some photos for you guys.
My PC setup to start with, where work and occasional play occurs.


Specs:
CPU: Intel i5 2500K @ 4.4GHz
Cooler: Noctua NH-D14
RAM: 16GB Corsair Vengeance LP
Mobo: AsRock Z77 Extreme4
GPU: XFX Double Dissipation 7970 GHz
Monitor: Dell U2711
Audio: Audioengine D1 USB DAC
Speakers: Audioengine A2

And finally, the TV with the consoles I could justify cramming into this little room.

Space in the middle for a new console in November!

very nice and neat setup - love what you have done with the space!

 

[j0hnny_385]

/cut

looks great!

also, Noctua NH-D14 bro fist!

 

[OverHeat]

My mobile gaming setup

 

[Foxtastical]

Cleaned up, so figured I'd take some photos for you guys.
My PC setup to start with, where work and occasional play occurs.

And the PC itself, hard to photograph under the desk.

Specs:
CPU: Intel i5 2500K @ 4.4GHz
Cooler: Noctua NH-D14
RAM: 16GB Corsair Vengeance LP
Mobo: AsRock Z77 Extreme4
GPU: XFX Double Dissipation 7970 GHz
Monitor: Dell U2711
Audio: Audioengine D1 USB DAC
Speakers: Audioengine A2

And finally, the TV with the consoles I could justify cramming into this little room.

Space in the middle for a new console in November!

Christ. This what people have in the dorms nowadays? Damn.

 

[VicDaMoan03]

Nice Lounge dude...very 'old school' feel. Is it comfy? (I've always found some leather to be tough to sit in for a long period.)

Thanks. The couches are very comfy as long as you have the AC on! Dat New Mexico heat and leather don't mix well.

 

[VicDaMoan03]

My compliments to you, the designer - good choices for wall color, decor, and the like.

I especially like "The Hangover" poster.

Thanks! Yeah the Hangover poster looks good but the Star Wars poster looks warped. I need to get a new poster in that frame.

 

[xJavonta]

Christ. This what people have in the dorms nowadays? Damn.

My friend brought a 32" TV, Wii, Wii U, X360, PS3, 3DS and 2 Laptops last semester.

I thought it was overkill to the max

 

[mkenyon]

Christ. This what people have in the dorms nowadays? Damn.

Why do you think GAF has become so popular?

Buncha kids skippin' class to talk about games.

Spoiler

I roomed with a friend in college, we had a Gamecube, PS2, Xbox, Sony trinitron 27" (CRT), and two very powerful gaming PC's

 

[Confusatron]

Christ. This what people have in the dorms nowadays? Damn.

Back in my day I only had one PC and one console in my dorm room and I was luck to have that. I also walked uphill both ways to class, always barefoot in the snow.

 

[Galdius]

Did you make those shelves?

It wasn't me but they are custom made.

 

[pheonix991]

Christ. This what people have in the dorms nowadays? Damn.

I don't understand how they have time for it all. Unless, they don't have a job, and aren't shooting for all A's.

 

[bucknuticus]

I don't understand how they have time for it all. Unless, they don't have a job, and aren't shooting for all A's.

I had tons of free time, but I was also a Business and Geography major so....

 

[hawk2025]

My simple little setup:

I still need to figure out something a bit better for some of the wires, however.

 

[dubq]

Christ. This what people have in the dorms nowadays? Damn.

Not that much different from when I was in University, really (1997~2002). I think it all depends on if you're spending your money on booze/food or this kind of stuff, really.

 

[NinjaCatfish]

very nice and neat setup - love what you have done with the space!

Thanks! It's taken me a while to get things in a way that kinda works.

looks great!

also, Noctua NH-D14 bro fist!

*brofist* It's such a good cooler. I much prefer it over the all-in-one water CPU coolers that are flooding the market these days. (ha, I made a pun)

Christ. This what people have in the dorms nowadays? Damn.

The joys of working full time for 6 years prior to starting university. It paid well, and bought me all this shit, but I got a bit disillusioned with the type of work and decided to move on.

I don't understand how they have time for it all. Unless, they don't have a job, and aren't shooting for all A's.

To be brutally honest, I haven't found the time for it all. Occasional bouts of Smash, some weekends I'll just go nuts and play a game start to finish, but games certainly aren't the number one thing to use up my time these days. I could probably do without some of the consoles here, but if they're not here they'd just be gathering dust in a storage unit back home.

 

[dubq]

Awful photo - I need to reorganize some stuff and take another one but this is a good idea of what I'm sitting in front of when gaming:

 

[redtails64]

This is my first time contributing to the setup threads, so I thought I'd try making a panorama. Turned out pretty well, I think.

Are those portraits, or wallpapers? I can't really tell, but they look awesome.

 

[Zajora]

Are those portraits, or wallpapers? I can't really tell, but they look awesome.

Do you mean the Zelda posters? The outer two are from Club Nintendo, and the middle one is from eBay.

The sun made them a bit hard to see, but they're these ones:
Left Poster
Middle Poster (with different aspect ratio)
Right Poster