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Ergonomics

No pain, all game: 5 tips to banish your gaming aches and pains

You've played for hours and found the perfect move for the final boss of your game. You've finally done it. You are euphoric and completely satisfied with your achievement. You get up to go to the kitchen for some rewarding refreshments, but on the way there you almost fall down! This is the result of your leg falling asleep after sitting in a tense position. In addition, you now feel the tug in your wrist from repetitive play movements and even worse, you also notice a blur and blink to clear your vision after so much ...

Couchmaster®

Take a tour of the new nerdytec HQ!

We are pleased to announce that we are moving to our new nerdytec headquarters. But don't worry, we're not moving far away! We're just moving down the street in Bergisch Gladbach. Our move to a larger building marks a significant milestone for us! It's our first proper office and we're excited about the growth of our team in all departments that this move is due to. Although we really liked our old office, it was a bit cramped at times and felt more like a small apartment; at busy times there were sometimes six of us and it just got too small. We also needed ...

Gaming

Couchmaster® loves you all: an exploration of LGBTQ+ and video games

Did you know that the first Pride began as a riot? It was in New York in the 1970s, where the first Pride parades began as tumultuous marches of gay liberation. What began as a protest against police brutality has grown over time into a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and spread around the world. Today, Pride month takes place every June and is an opportunity to recognize the ongoing struggles of the LGBTQ+ community, alongside the many achievements and milestones that have been reached since then. Although the gaming world wasn't exactly known for its inclusivity in the beginning, the video game industry is becoming increasingly queer. Organizations like Qweerty Gamers and ...

Couchmaster®

Meet the team: Roman Jakob, CTO & Co-Founder

Meet Roman! Our Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and co-founder of nerdytec. With a passion for product development, Roman talks to us about how he approaches his role in an ever-changing industry and what he gets up to at nerdytec HQ. What inspired you to pursue a career in the gaming industry? Gaming has been an integral part of my life since my early days with the Nintendo NES. Over time, as 1996 dawned, I immersed myself in the fascinating world of PC gaming. Although I didn't directly pursue a career in the gaming industry, it was a twist of fate that ...

Guide

Find your perfect match for limitless gaming and productive home office: The Couchmaster® - your personal comfort on the sofa!

So you've chosen a Couchmaster® to improve your home office or upgrade your gaming equipment - congratulations! We think that's a great idea. Our ergonomic design and eco-friendly materials make us the perfect choice for anyone who wants to be nerdy all day long. But you may still be wondering how to choose the right Couchmaster®. First of all, rest assured that all our patented designs have undergone thorough testing to ensure optimal ergonomics. Immerse yourself in long-lasting sessions of comfort and maximum enjoyment! Because the secret to the ultimate experience lies in the ...

Ergonomics

Maximize your gaming experience: the benefits of an ergonomic setup

Remember the time you got so engrossed in a new game that you played for a full 8 hours without stopping... only to find that you could barely stand up because your entire back hurt.☝️ Whether you're saving the world or fighting to the death in a virtual arena, there's one enemy you never want to face: physical discomfort. Poor posture and inadequate ergonomics can leave you feeling beat up, while pain and discomfort can affect your overall gaming experience (and possibly even your performance). Given the fact that ...