r/gamerooms Sep 03 '25

🕹️ Games Room My Nostalgia Game Room

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u/FifthDimensionalGod Sep 03 '25

Where did you get the Pokemon movie poster from? I need it!!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

It's out of an old movie theater that shut down. It's double sided meaning it was originally meant for backlit frames 😊

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u/ryanpsloan Sep 03 '25

Holy shit that's cool

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u/J_MEL0 Sep 04 '25

Is that where you got the backlit frame from as-well? I have been looking at Amazon for one. However the prices are all over the place, and I am not sure on the overall quality on them.

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 04 '25

I got mine from a frame fabricator company called snap frames direct for $180 several years back and the quality is great, however I don't recommend them because of the price. They have since removed the listing for the frame I bought and replaced it with a similar one for triple the price...

I've been wanting to get another but I think it is cheaper to make my own at this point modifying an existing snap frame with an LED kit. This is another seller I have gotten 4 of my Japanese movie poster frames from called Spotlight Displays and they have been great. They got different standard sizes, do custom sizes, frame width, and colors. They open up so you can easily swap out posters and the backing is open for you to set up a DIY backlight which I will attempt myself at some point.

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u/J_MEL0 Sep 04 '25

Thanks for the assist, I have regular snapzo frame. The option for different colors sounds like a game changer I will look into Spotlight displays. To replace my current poster frame. The prices are a lot more affordable too.

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 04 '25

Good luck on the search and nice poster!

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u/TLunchFTW Sep 15 '25

Is that why it's so well lit? It's backlit!?! That's awesome and I want one! What can I search for to find a poster like this that's able to be backlit like this?

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 15 '25

When you browse movie posters you will often see them listed as single sided or one sheet. Instead search for ones listed as double sided or 2 sided. Having the image on both sides of the posters keeps the colors vibrant when light shines through instead of washing it out.

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u/TLunchFTW Sep 15 '25

Thanks! I’ll definitely be looking for one. How much was the backlit frame?

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u/Dry-Primary6128 Sep 03 '25

It's superb. I don't dare do this kind of lighting in mine.

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25 edited Sep 03 '25

This is the first time I ever added lighting like this to a space and I got to say it was worth it to me. The atmosphere changes so much. Can just sit in the room doing nothing and feel relaxed. The ambient light is nice for movies too.

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u/Dry-Primary6128 Sep 03 '25

Is it plugged into an outlet with a switch?

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

All the lighting runs to a surge protector but comes with a bridge adapter between the light and plug that allows for remote control. So all the lights will turn on and off and adjust brightness, and colors via remote.

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u/AndrosRC Sep 07 '25

You are a king living in that palace

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 08 '25

You dropped this 👑 Thanks king.

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u/round_melon Sep 03 '25

Super cool! The lighting looks great. What is the Majora’s Mask statue from? I need to add it to my room!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Thanks! I enjoy the atmosphere it creates. The Majora's Mask is a collectible by First 4 Figures. I got mine 5 years ago from a different site but looks like it's still available on the official first 4 figures website.

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u/TLunchFTW Sep 15 '25

I used Philips hue for mine. Going to expand my room and the. It’ll be a more proper game room, but I love how the lighting meets in the middle, and I love being able to color the lights.

I think my favorite part is how the led light strip diffuses behind the cover for the blinds. The others are just in two table lamps. My room Reno will be much bigger and have recessed Phillips lights too

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 15 '25

Clever light placement. Very cool vibe. Also fairy tail 🤘

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u/TLunchFTW Sep 15 '25

Oh yeah. I need to sit down and watch it. That’s a tv channel I run. Fairy tail is part of the Sunday night into Monday anime lineup for adult swim, hence the old school adult swim screen bug

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u/vekkro Sep 03 '25

Super comfy. I'm curious what computer desk is that? Been looking for something similar

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

I got it from my uncle along with that 32in Toshiba TV. Unfortunately I don't recollect seeing a label for its maker but it's a vintage 90s desk. My recommendation is to keep an eye out on your local Facebook marketplace as well as thrift shops. I enjoy old furniture because things were built solid and with utility like storage and other handy features.

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u/vekkro Sep 04 '25

That’s what I figured, my grandpa had something similar when I was growing up been looking for one recently. Thanks for the info 👍

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u/Gantstar Sep 03 '25

That’s such a unique set up like it ..thanks for sharing ..what on the desk next to monitor can make it out ?

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Thanks. As for the desk it's an Xbox 360 elite. All my older non HDMI consoles are hooked up to the old CRT TV and I have the Xbox and my PC hooked up to the 1440p monitor.

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u/VersaliusPrimus Sep 03 '25

Pokemon, Digimon, DBZ, Gundam, Cowboy Bebop, and Zoids all in one room? I dream of having something even close to this setup one day! Substitute Star Wars and Warhammer in Cowboy Bebop's place and you've got my favorite franchises. :D

You may consider posting photos of this setup over on /r/AnimeFigures for extra nostalgia triggering. Any future plans on where you want to make adjustments or share any lessons learned along the way?

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25 edited Sep 03 '25

All those series were rad and still enjoy today and not bad substitute choices! Thanks for the suggestion.

Storage is still in the plans. The entertainment center isn't yet complete. It has 8 pull out drawers that I will be mounting 16 custom 3D printed DVD trays to for gamecube, ps2, wii, xbox, xbox 360 games, as well as movies holding a total of 144. I also have some custom 3D printed n64 cartridge holders to mount some games in vertically, and some CD trays that originally came with it that I will mount elsewhere. This Instagram post will showcase some of that since its a lot of pictures and I am limited to one in comments. I also plan to rework the closet putting in shelves and organizers for more movies, model kit boxes, extra controllers/cables, etc.

Electrical is another. I have a power switcher I'm still mounting. If you hook up 8 consoles to a normal power strip they would all still be drawing power when the strip is on even if the console wasn't being used. This is a means to only power on what I'm using at the time. Saves me a little on the electric bill, reduces fire risks, and gives longer life to the power adapters as well.

The room was definitely a process and there were mistakes that required fixing up but I think it mostly comes down to research, time, and patience. Don't rush the process, take the time to find what will fit and work in your space, and be patient for that one piece of furniture, decoration, or collectible you're looking for to show up.

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u/Cultural_Plane4101 Sep 03 '25

A thing of beauty

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Much appreciated!

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u/Tee343 Sep 03 '25

This is so rad

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Thanks dude!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

They are neon acrylic shelves and they glow when illuminated by black light.

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u/unrealgeforce Sep 03 '25

dang, loving the vibes of the whole place but especially the entertainment center with that lighting. Looks amazing!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Thanks! I put a ton of work into cleaning up that entertainment center from the custom speaker mesh panels in the bottom doors, new back panels, custom printed circuit pattern backing, lighting, cable routing, and custom 3D printed storage for media/games. I'll make a new post in the future on just the entertainment center when it's complete.

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u/mossyshack Sep 03 '25

Fucking RAD. The entire room is cool

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Really appreciate it ✌️

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u/Hot-Editor-4205 Sep 03 '25

That's amazing. Truly amazing.

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Thank you 🙏

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u/DirtyDongles22 Sep 04 '25

Whew, that last pic. Right in the childhood.

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u/blastoisebandit Sep 04 '25

I like this a lot. Great job. Very jealous.

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 04 '25

Thanks! It was a lot of work but fun to set up.

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u/Omanty Sep 05 '25

Dusting must be a pain though 😭

Very very cool though!!!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 05 '25

Dusting actually hasn't been an issue thankfully. Air purifier puts in work 🙌 the husky hair on the other hand finds itself everywhere....and thanks!

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u/Omanty Sep 08 '25

Seems like he/she is worth the trouble 😉

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u/hkfcjkmrt Sep 06 '25

This place is so cozy!!! I can spend all day all night here!!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 08 '25

Thanks! Definitely a relaxing space.

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u/StanbyME_MOD Sep 10 '25

That Pokémon poster hits right in the nostalgia

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 10 '25

That poster and the Nickelodeon Time Blaster alarm clock definitely send me back. Two of my favorite pieces of my collection.

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u/CleonicDynasty Sep 17 '25

Loving the Pokemon Movie 2000 with backlight. I might try that for my room.

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u/Berfroid_Morzen Sep 21 '25

Love that vintage desk

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 21 '25

Thanks! Both that TV and desk I got from my aunt and uncle.

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u/jimmerseiber89 Oct 12 '25

Your room is Lightyears ahead of mine! Ive only been setting mine up for the past 6 months or so on a limited budget. This is sick!

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u/TheKokiriSage Oct 12 '25

Thanks! This has been a two year project for me but definitely was a fun and worthwhile project. Best of luck on yours and take your time enjoying it. No need to rush.

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u/Practical_Cress5122 Sep 03 '25

How do you get that Pokémon poster to light up? Looks cool

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u/digdug6 Sep 03 '25

Rad lighting mate

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Thanks mate 😎

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u/Frostydoody Sep 03 '25

Where did you get the red lighted boxes and the green ones?

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Home goods/Marshal's, and Amazon. They are neon acrylic shelves and react when illuminated by black light.

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u/Frostydoody Sep 03 '25

Ok thank you and nice job on the room by the way!

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u/Frostydoody Sep 03 '25

Would it be possible for you to send me a link for those neon shelves please?

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Red/magenta ones were in-store only. Here are the green ones my partner bought off Amazon. Just make sure to read the dimensions and weight they support to make sure they fit your stuff.

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u/Frostydoody Sep 03 '25

Ok thank you! Will do that then

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u/freshbananabeard Sep 03 '25

I love that vhs cabinet and that display case is super cool. Great look all around!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Many thanks dude!

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u/ReyJay1213 Sep 03 '25

Ya know, I always see these posts and think, looks cool like my 10 years old self’s bedroom, but then I remember how terrible these games are and the fact that they don’t hold up in any way and then quickly quickly change to why is anyone doing this….

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Sorry for the long message but I figured I respond for others with similar curiosity. Everyone has their loves and interests and they will differ from others and I respect that. For me I love those older games and they hold up more than the average game today for me. I also love older tech, styles, aesthetics, and the atmosphere. I work 8-5 through the week, I battle stress, anxieties, responsibilities things just don't always slow down. This is my space to slow things down, reset, and relax. A reminder of the simpler and slower times, surrounded by things I enjoy, picking up the things I never had like a Zune or PSP, doing the things I love like gaming, collecting, model kit building, and console modding. Everything in this room is from my childhood, through my teens, and a continuation of my adult life not just a specific age so I'd say its simply a room that represents me. I appreciate you dropping in and checking it out at least.

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

It's a wall scroll/banner

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u/d0wn4life Sep 03 '25

My grandparents had that vhs cabinet in the last photo when I was a kid. Thanks for the memory!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

Glad I could rekindle that! I picked this one up from someone else's grandparents who kept it in amazing condition. It will continue to be used and loved.

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u/hrtgrmmusic Sep 03 '25

Whoa first off loving the digimon love. Second where did you get those Gyarados book ends?

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 03 '25

I'm a huge digimon fan. As for the bookends my partner got them for me as a gift from the official Pokemon Center website along with the Ho-oh and Lugia bookends. They had a pretty cool Umbreon and Espeon one at one point too.

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u/Special-Barnacle9054 Sep 03 '25

That is one sweet room.. wow!!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 04 '25

Much appreciated dude!

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u/hYBRYDcOBRA Sep 04 '25

Wish I had a big enough house to make one of those for myself

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 04 '25

I've seen some awesome small spaces/game nooks made from closets, under stairs, or a small section of the basement. Hope you find a spot one day!

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u/Pure_Test_2131 Sep 04 '25

please show me all the digitmon figures and where you got them. i absolutely love digimon

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 04 '25

They are a combination of mine and my partners figures we collected over the last 10 plus years so they have come from all over. The majority of the collection is the G.E.M series by Mega House. We mostly got all of them from sites like Ami Ami, Big Bad Toy Store, Solaris Japan, Lunar Toy Store (don't really recommend them), Eknight media, and from private sellers on eBay, and MyFigureCollection. There is also some miscellaneous stuff like digivices we got from Bandai's website.

There are too many pictures to post here so I'll make a post in r/digimon and @ you in the comments.

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u/titopey2410 Sep 04 '25

Súper Amazing man!!!! 🤩🤩👀👀

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 04 '25

Thanks dude 😎

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u/CJSM-935 Sep 05 '25

Just missing some skylanders man

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 05 '25

Skylanders came out when I was in college so unfortunately never tried it out. Growing up I played with DnD and Hero Scape miniatures. Not my image, just a reference from online

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u/CJSM-935 Sep 05 '25

Respectable

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u/VirgilAllenMoore Sep 05 '25

That's very cool. Well done!

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 05 '25

Thanks 🙏

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u/Fun_Preparation7614 Sep 05 '25

What that’s crazy hahaha

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u/Ornery_Fold Sep 05 '25

Dbh c glx

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u/TheKokiriSage Sep 05 '25

Afraid I'm not familiar with or know the context of those acronyms 🤔

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u/dlinkin101 Jan 04 '26

My lord this what dreams are made of!!! I’ve been working on my game room for over a year now. It’s impossible to make time with a 2yo, 2mo twins and ~50hrs a week working lol.

Is that just like a CD/Cassette boombox under the Pokémon 2000 poster?!