Is a gaming bed better than a regular bed?
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Short answer: A gaming bed is not better for sleep, but it can be more useful in a gamer's room because it combines a bed with a desk, storage, lighting or a TV mount. If you only need somewhere to sleep, a regular bed does the job.
Whether a gaming bed is worth it depends on what the room needs to do.
Storage that suits a gaming room
Gaming kit is small, numerous and easy to lose. Drawers under the bed suit spare bedding and games you are not playing right now; open shelves near the desk suit controllers and headsets you reach for daily; and a wardrobe built into a high sleeper can free up wall space elsewhere. Look at the storage line on each product page to see exactly what is included, and plan where chargers will live so cables are not stretched across the room.
Making a gaming setup work in a small room
In a small bedroom, going up is usually the answer. A high sleeper with a desk underneath stacks the sleeping and playing areas into one footprint, while a cabin or mid-height bed can add storage. If the ceiling is too low for a high sleeper, a single bed with a built-in end desk or a compact desk against the wall keeps floor space clear. Wall-mounted shelves and under-bed drawers stop the room filling up with boxes of games and accessories.
Gaming and sleep in the same room
When a bedroom is also a games room, a few habits help keep sleep separate from play. Agree a cut-off time for screens, dim or switch off bright lighting before bed, and keep controllers and headsets stored away from the pillow. A layout that puts the desk under or beside the bed, rather than facing it, can help the bed feel like a place to sleep. If noise is an issue for others in the house, a headset keeps sound contained.
Products to look at
These are in stock in the Bed Kingdom range at the time of writing; see each product page for the live price, full specifications and delivery time.
- Kids Avenue Estella High Sleeper Loft Bed with Desk Underneath Grey – Dimensions: 176cm x 198cm x 147cm (size guide)
- Kids Avenue Noah Gaming High Sleeper Bed with Gaming Desk and LED Lights in White – Dimensions: H 184cm x W 209cm x D 127cm; Mattress Size: 200cm x 90cm (Euro) (size guide)
- Kids Avenue Urban Grey High Sleeper Gaming Bed with Desk Underneath – Dimensions: 208.5cm x 116cm x 180cm; Mattress Size: 90 x 200 cm (EU Single) (size guide)
- Recoil Ultimate Lumi Gaming High Sleeper with Desk Charcoal & Orange – Bed Type: High Sleepers; Material: Particle Board (size guide)
- Recoil Alister Gaming Bunk Bed with Desk Charcoal & Green – Dimensions: L192 + 45.1 (desk) x W110.4 x H153.1cm; Desk Dimensions: L92.1 x W45.1cm (size guide)
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Frequently asked questions
Is a gaming bed better than a regular bed?
A gaming bed is not better for sleep, but it can be more useful in a gamer's room because it combines a bed with a desk, storage, lighting or a TV mount. If you only need somewhere to sleep, a regular bed does the job.
What storage do gaming beds have?
It varies: drawers, shelves, ottoman storage or a wardrobe. The storage details are on each product page.
What is the most space-saving gaming bed?
Usually a high sleeper with a desk underneath, if the ceiling is high enough.
Is it OK to game in a bedroom?
Yes, with habits that protect sleep: a screen cut-off time, dimmed lighting before bed and kit stored away from the pillow.
Who can I ask for help choosing gaming furniture?
Bed Kingdom customer service on 01924 950108 or support@bedkingdom.co.uk.