A coin-op gaming PC — and one that can cloak its hardware innards — here are 3 of the weirdest, coolest new PC cases

Nifty PC cases are nothing new, of course, with some stunningly creative designs that have been fashioned by case manufacturers, as well as keen enthusiasts and modders.

In the past, from some of the bigger (and smaller) case makers, we've witnessed the likes of Cougar's FV270 fish tank case, which has an RGB turntable inside. Or to venture into more left-field experimental territory, how about Cooler Master's shark-shaped gaming case? Or indeed some of the truly elaborate case designs seen at past Computex shows.

If anything, this year has shown us some even wilder and more innovative ideas for PC cases, even though 2026 has barely begun, which has prompted me to pick out a few favorites here.