You’ve had a few hard weeks and look forward to doing nothing but sitting in your favorite chair playing Call of Duty with your compatriots. But as you take a seat in the chair you’ve had for a few years, it suddenly doesn’t feel as comfortable as it was before…or worse, it outright breaks! Embarrassing and rather painful, yes? If this is the case, it might be time for a new ergonomic gaming chair. But where do you even begin?

Benefits of an Ergonomic Gaming Chair

According to this article by DX Racer,  gaming chairs come with a plethora of benefits to help level up one’s game (if one will pardon the pun). For instance, an ergonomic gaming chair is built in such a manner that it relieves pressure on the back and neck. For special gaming chairs, some have armrests. They not only provide one the liberty of moving their hands in any direction whilst still supporting their arms. But they even have armrests that flip up when one is gaming on their phone instead of a computer. Some even light up, providing a dark room with much-needed light and a welcoming ambiance.

A Brief History of Gaming Chairs

The first gaming chair was invented by DX Racer in the year 2006 when the company was already known for building racing chairs and other equipment. The original model has since then been the model and standard for all subsequent gaming chairs. The full article redirects here. 

Disadvantages of Gaming Chairs

As lovely and comfortable as gaming chairs are, they are not without their disadvantages. This is why one must look into premium chairs, however expensive they are. For instance, while they are built to conform to the human body shape, humans tend to vary in terms of ergonomic needs. What may be comfortable for one may not be comfortable for another. 

Price vs. Quality

Another thing to bear in mind is that price does not equal comfort or durability. A $9000 chair could break within 30 days if it is made of shoddy material. Take it from me…I once bought a handbag, Juicy Couture to be exact, for half off at my local JCPenney as a birthday gift for myself. Alas, lovely as the bag was, it fell apart within a month. Quite sad, is it not? Ergo, the same goes for gaming chairs. You don’t want to drain your bank account and then have the chair falter…which would be rather disappointing if you get to the final boss and it breaks…and worse if you haven’t even SAVED leading up to the final boss.

Built-in Lumbar Support

And yet another thing to consider is built-in lumbar support. Whilst this is a beneficial aspect and a key selling point of gaming chairs, not everyone can benefit from this feature. Some require customizable support or have specific back issues that can harm them over time if they are in the wrong sort of chair.

Material Quality

To add a few more cherries on top of this sundae of disadvantages, gaming chairs may not be built with the best materials in mind. That can compromise a chair’s longevity by way of broken casters, unattractive peeling upholstery, and fractured reclining ability. This goes hand in hand with, and back to, the disparity of price versus quality, where a chair of $300 may be rather well-made. Whereas a $1000 gaming chair may be crafted very poorly and fall apart within a week. And not to mention, if a chair is made from leather, it can retain heat to the point where one is sweating like a hog. Sad, terribly sad, wouldn’t one agree?

Assembly Challenges

If that’s not enough, think of the last time you have assembled IKEA furniture. Those things are a nightmare to assemble, are they not? Imagine getting your chair, which is fully disassembled for your (in)convenience, complete with fifty parts…and also, imagine having no knowledge of building such things beforehand…the very thought completely confounds me. 

Premium Features of an Ergonomic Gaming Chair

As previously stated, that is not to say gaming chairs are not a worthy investment. Some have many excellent features such as built-in audio, vibration functions, and dramatic lighting, according to this article. 

Recommended Ergonomic Gaming Chairs

And now, it is that time…the time to show off our links and many products that you may find useful.

This fancy chair comes with built-in dramatic lighting, as well as a very rare complete five-star rating, making it an excellent choice for gamers seeking both form and function.   

This exquisite polyurethane leather number is built with the minimalist gamer in mind. Built ergonomically, available in five different colors, AND is an Amazon Prime find?! How can one say no to this? 

For gamers who like to have something a little extra and prioritize comfort over all else, this comfortable seat with massage function is for you! It comes in five different colors and is currently on sale, so take this offer while you can, as it is flying off the shelves! 

Conclusion

At their core, an ergonomic gaming chair is designed for the ultimate gaming experience. Whether you’re beating your foes to a pulp in Mortal Combat, blasting their heads off in Call of Duty, or even tending to your adorable animal-inhabited town in Animal Crossing. Even if you are just kicking Bowser’s behind in Mario for the umpteenth time or showing the greedy King Dedede who is boss, there’s something out there for everyone. We hope this article has enlightened you about the fantastic lore and benefits of these aesthetically pleasing and comfortable chairs. Thank you for your perusal.

Bonus: Recommended Games

Oh, before you go, here are some games I highly recommend to add to your collection:

Kirby and the Forgotten Land

For Switch fanatics, look no further than Kirby and the Forgotten Land! Perfect for the Kirby fan in your life or just another classic to add to the shelf. This game has a highly unique gameplay style not seen in any other game, including the ability to upgrade abilities and take on objects with the brand-new Mouthful Mode.  

Pac Man World Re-PAC

If you are a ‘Pac-Fan’ like myself and you just plain can’t wait for more old Pac-Man game remakes (looking at you, Pac Man World 2), then this remake of the first Pac Man World game is sure to whet your appetite. This is a vastly improved remake of the OG game, complete with a new mode where you can transform into a giant classic Pac Man to devour your enemies. Sure, it has a few downgrades from the original, but this game is still very much a worthy buy.  

Kirby Star Allies

If Kirby and the Forgotten Land isn’t enough Kirby love, then check out this game hailing from 2018, Kirby Star Allies. An oldie but a goodie in my book. This unique side-scrolling platformer is bursting at the very seams with content, including playing as over 30 different characters after beating the main game. As well as two minigames and a gigantic soundtrack. If that’s not enough, then this game’s compelling storyline might tell you otherwise as you use Friend Hearts to charm enemies into being on your side to stop the evil Mage Sisters and their boss, Hyness, from taking over the world with their twisted and corrupt ideology. This is a perfect game for noobs and veterans and everywhere in between.  

Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy

When one thinks of the original PlayStation, what does one think of? Spyro? Gex? Perhaps Croc or Klonoa? How about a more ubiquitous character whose theme song pretty much everyone knows—Crash Bandicoot? When I hear the first strains of his theme play in the first game, I am completely overcome with sentimentality, awash with nostalgia. Well, many years later (21, to be exact, since the OG game was released in 1996), our favorite orange marsupial got the reboot he deserves. With all three of his original PSX games faithfully remastered. Whether you’re saving your girlfriend in the first game or stopping history from being erased in the third game, there is something for everyone. And, as a bonus, one can play as Crash’s sister…gotta love girl power, right? Anyhow, if you’re looking for challenging platforming and collecting, then look no further than this excellently crafted game!  

Spyro Reignited Trilogy

If you prefer collecting gems to collecting crystals and dragons to bandicoots, then this game is for you! Like Crash, the Spyro trilogy first debuted on the PSX in 1998 and has been faithfully remastered and improved upon. It still gives off the same magical feel its predecessors did, but beware…it is slightly harder than the originals, but in my opinion, it is an excellent game. I cannot recommend it enough to anyone who is looking for some PSX nostalgia. From rescuing dragons to rescuing their unborn, this game, just like Crash, has something for everyone. 

Understandably, these are all games for one who owns a Switch. But these also have Xbox and PS5 releases for those who lack a Switch. Whatever console you play these on, these are 100% worthy of being played and seen. Thank you again for perusing this article.