The cozy kit list: How to get the greatest cozy gaming setup this winter

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Everything you need for the ultimate cozy gaming setup wherever you game

A father and his two children gaming in a cozy living room with coloured lighting
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As the nights draw in and we all start to consider how soon is too soon to reach for the sweaters, big chunky blankets, and the thermostat dial, it's the perfect time to consider the kit you need to make the ultimate cozy gaming setup for the winter months.

These kinds of gaming setups absolutely dominate the likes of TikTok and Instagram, with programmable lighting rigs, minimalist wireless accessories, and added decor touches to really bring everything together.

So I've handpicked the accessories that I can't live without in these winter months to make my gaming experience at my desk and on the sofa comfortable, inviting, aesthetic, and - as a side benefit - reducing eye strain. You'll be able to out Insta the best of them.

Sam Loveridge
Sam Loveridge
Brand Director, GamesRadar+

Sam Loveridge is the Brand Director and former Global Editor-in-Chief of GamesRadar. She joined the team in August 2017. Sam came to GamesRadar after working at TrustedReviews, Digital Spy, and Fandom, following the completion of an MA in Journalism. In her time, she's also had appearances on The Guardian, BBC, and more. Her experience has seen her cover console and PC games, along with gaming hardware, for a decade, and for GamesRadar, she's in charge of the site's overall direction, managing the team, and making sure it's the best it can be. Her gaming passions lie with weird simulation games, big open-world RPGs, and beautifully crafted indies. She plays across all platforms, and specializes in titles like Pokemon, Assassin's Creed, The Sims, and more. Basically, she loves all games that aren't sports or fighting titles! In her spare time, Sam likes to live like Stardew Valley by cooking and baking, growing vegetables, and enjoying life in the countryside.

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