GoKawiilIkea and Microsoft launch nine-piece Yxstaby gaming furniture line for Xbox's 25th anniversary
Ikea has partnered with Microsoft to release Yxstaby, a nine-item collection of gaming-themed furniture marking 25 years of Xbox. The lineup includes a TV stand, laptop stand, side table, lounge chair and toolbox, alongside standout pieces like a tilting stool shaped like a thumbstick, an X-shaped cushion, a decorative platter and a mirrored display box, all designed with neutral Scandinavian tones accented by Xbox's signature green.
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The collaboration signals how gaming culture is increasingly shaping mainstream home design, as companies bet that consumers want gear that blends into everyday living spaces rather than dedicated setups. For Ikea, partnering with a major gaming brand also taps into a growing demographic that values both function and identity in home decor.
- Yxstaby collection has nine pieces including furniture and storage designed around Xbox controller motifs.
- Product marks the 25th anniversary of the original Xbox console.
- Design blends Scandinavian minimalism with Xbox's green branding to suit everyday home aesthetics.
Xbox Wireless Controller (Carbon Black) — If Ikea's giant thumbstick stool has you in an Xbox mood, the actual controller it's modeled on is the real centerpiece. It pairs with Xbox Series X|S, PC, and mobile, and the textured grips and share button make it a great everyday gamepad to stash in that new Yxstaby toolbox.
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