Guides

Setup and buying guides from New Game Gear. Questions about your own setup? Email support@new-game-gear.com.

• Standing Desk for Gaming: What to Check Before You Buy
  Thinking about a standing desk for gaming? Here is what to check first: height range, weight capacity, wobble, desk size and cable slack.
• Gaming Desk Size Guide: L-Shaped vs Rectangular, and How to Measure
  Pick a gaming desk size with less regret. Measure your room, plan monitors and mouse space, and compare L-shaped vs rectangular layouts.
• 60% vs 65% Keyboards for Gaming: Which Compact Size Fits You?
  60% or 65% gaming keyboard? We compare size, arrow keys, layers and desk space so you can pick the compact layout that fits how you play.
• Desk RGB Without the Clutter: A Simple Lighting Plan
  Want RGB on your gaming desk without cable mess or a light show? A simple plan: one light source, hidden cables, matched colors and fewer remotes.
• Streaming Starter Kit on a Budget: Webcam, Mic Path, Acoustics, and Light
  Build a starter streaming setup without wasting money. Camera, mic path, acoustic panels, and lighting that stays out of the way.
• GameCube Controller Compatibility: Wired Pads, Adapters, and OEM vs Third-Party
  Which systems take a GameCube-style controller? Direct plug vs adapter for Switch, Wii U, and PC, plus when to buy OEM vs a new third-party pad.