Month: March 2026

Building a bespoke PC may not be inexpensive, yet it’s an excellent method to guarantee that you’re obtaining precisely what you desire from your system. Putting together the various components you require can also be enjoyable, considering the multitude of options available. It’s not solely about performance, although that’s undeniably crucial. There’s also an aesthetic aspect of your PC to think about when selecting parts.

Over the years, brands such as MSI and ROG have partnered with some of the most prominent names in television, gaming, and beyond to unveil officially licensed computer components for anyone looking to personalize their custom PC in honor of their beloved tales and characters. Given the nature of these offerings, many are limited editions, making them challenging or impossible to acquire brand new — and certain PC components should certainly not be purchased used. Nevertheless, the realm of licensed PC parts is entertaining to explore, even if you aren’t in the search for new pieces.

MSI × World of Warcraft GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card

A recent collaboration in hardware is the one between MSI and “World of Warcraft,” aiming to commemorate the MMORPG’s latest expansion, “Midnight,” which debuted on March 2. The MSI × World of Warcraft: Midnight GeForce RTX 5070 graphics cards are priced at $749.99 and come in two colors inspired by the narrative of the game. The Void version, featuring purple and black, symbolizes the dark strength of the Voidstorm, while the Light version, in gold and white, signifies hope and the Army of the Light.

The GeForce RTX 5070 is a mid-range GPU that delivers a substantial amount of power for its cost, presenting a viable alternative to Nvidia’s premium GeForce RTX 5090. As of February 2026, it stands as the most favored graphics card among all Steam users. This isn’t the only new partnership for MSI, as the company has also revealed a graphics card and accessories inspired by the anime and manga “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.”

ROG Evangelion collaboration

ROG is well-versed in collaborating with popular intellectual properties, with a notable example being its 2020 “Gundam” graphics card. Among its most intriguing partnerships is with the anime “Neon Genesis Evangelion,” which has seen two product lines released, one in 2022 and another in 2023. This lineup transcends merely offering a case or accessories adorned with logos or character imagery. ROG provides key components essential for a custom PC, including a motherboard, two GPU choices, a power supply unit, and even a cooling solution, all branded with “Evangelion.”

With some time since their initial release, locating the “Evangelion” components may prove challenging. Additionally, the graphics cards are comparatively older now, especially the GeForce RTX 30 series from the first collaboration. Nonetheless, there’s an intriguing connection between building a custom PC and a philosophical mecha anime that seems to mesh perfectly.

HYTE Metaphor: ReFantazio Y70 PC case

Atlus’ well-known JRPGs, like “Persona” and “Shin Megami Tensei,” were previously restricted to PlayStation and Nintendo consoles, yet the company has fully embraced the PC sector in recent years. Nothing better illustrates this transition than its partnership with HYTE to unveil a Y70 computer case inspired by “Metaphor: ReFantazio,” along with keycaps, two desk pads, artwork, and a keychain. This isn’t the inaugural crossover for these brands, as two “Persona 3 Reload” cases are also available.

Retailing at $299.99, the Metaphor: ReFantazio Y70 showcases the game’s protagonist alongside some of his allies. Regardless of branding, the Y70 stands out as a robust case with ample space to accommodate your components and manage cabling efficiently through its thoughtfully arranged routing channels. However, the “Metaphor: ReFantazio” design comes at about $100 more than the standard Y70, indicating that you’re paying a premium for the design.

CherryTree Star Trek collection

Trekkies in search of a new computer might want to begin with CherryTree’s “Star Trek” line of PC cases. There are conventional options with clear panels and understated branding, but the most exciting choices are the ATX cases designed after the Borg cubes featured in films and series like “Star Trek: Picard” and “Star Trek: First Contact,” which is known to be a favorite of Jean-Luc Picard actor Patrick Stewart.

These cases start pricing at $399.99, which is a significant amount, yet they are custom-built by CherryTree’s in-house team and come with a limited lifetime warranty. For those who prefer not to engage in DIY, the company also provides custom-built PCs within the Borg cube cases. Similar to the “Metaphor ReFantazio” case, you are certainly paying more for a box that, while impressive, doesn’t significantly enhance the overall performance.