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TAIPEI (Taiwan News) – Asus’ Republic of Gamers (ROG) division has partnered with Ikea to make “affordable gaming furniture and accessories” with a new line of around 30 products.
According to a press release from Ikea, the new line of gaming furniture will go on sale for the first time in China in February 2021 and will then be available in other Ikea markets from October 2021. The furniture is being designed in the Ikea Product Development Center in Shanghai and the Asus Design Center in Taipei and Shanghai.
Designers and engineers at Ikea and ROG have had several workshops with professional gamers and game fans in Shanghai to find a list of needs when it comes to furniture.
“By partnering with ROG, Ikea wants to combine knowledge of home furnishings with ROG expertise in creating an exceptional gaming experience,” the Swedish company said.
“ROG is delighted to partner with Ikea to create the best gaming lifestyle for gamers. Gamers have always dreamed of the perfect gaming space that is comfortably functional and allows total immersion in games. Together with Ikea as a home furnishings expert, we envision that this collaboration will create synergies that allow players to build the play space they have always envisioned in the comfort of their own homes, ”said Kris Huang, General Manager, Play Equipment from Asus. and accessories business unit.
While the two companies did not disclose any details in terms of the products they would design, the gaming desks and chairs will likely be part of the new line, according to Engadget.
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