IKEA and Xbox Launch Yxstaby: Playful Gaming Furniture Hits Stores

The idea for a gaming furniture collaboration between IKEA and Xbox first took shape after their design teams met at Milan Design Week in 2024, according to Wired. Both companies saw an opportunity to merge gaming culture with IKEA's reputation for affordable, functional furniture.

With gaming now a huge global market, furniture makers have increasingly focused on products tailored to gamers' needs. IKEA already offered affordable gaming chairs and desks, but the partnership with Xbox promised something more playful and directly inspired by gaming hardware.

On August 26, 2026, IKEA officially launched the Yxstaby collection in collaboration with Xbox. The range features nine pieces, including a giant thumbstick stool and a D-pad cushion, as reported by Fast Company and The Verge. The collection was fully unveiled at Gamescom, one of the largest gaming events of the year, where it drew attention for its unique designs and playful references to Xbox controllers.

Pieces in the lineup include a green thumbstick stool, a lounge chair, a TV stand, and a wall-mounted display case for storing game controllers, according to Engadget and DIE WELT. Prices range from £12 to £115, with the thumbstick stool set at $59, based on reporting from Time.news and Engadget. The collection was designed to integrate gaming elements into everyday home decor while remaining affordable.

TechRadar and Mashable both highlighted that the Yxstaby line is scheduled to be available in stores and online starting October 1. The partnership marks the 25th anniversary of Xbox, adding a celebratory angle to the launch. Outlets like Gizmodo noted that the collection moves away from simply branding everything with Xbox logos, instead opting for subtle, playful nods to gaming culture.

The Yxstaby collection is now officially announced and has been previewed at Gamescom. It will be available for purchase in the UK, US, and other markets beginning October 1, both online and in IKEA stores, according to multiple outlets.

While the new collection is getting a lot of attention for its design and novelty, TechRadar points out that IKEA's existing range of affordable gaming furniture remains a strong option for gamers looking for functional chairs and desks.

The next key date is October 1, when the Yxstaby range officially goes on sale. It remains to be seen how gamers and the broader public will respond to the playful designs and whether this partnership will lead to more collaborations between major gaming and furniture brands.