Foldable Game Console Stand with Adjustable Back Support

The problem

Game machine bases used at home or in clubs are often built as single, fixed structures. Because the shape cannot change, a stand made for one console size may not hold a larger or smaller unit securely. When the console is put away, the rigid stand still takes up the same amount of shelf or desk space. Players who own multiple consoles, or families who clear the living room after a session, need a support that adapts to the device and then gets out of the way.

The solution

This patent describes a base plate with two separate rotating hinge assemblies—one at the rear and one at the front—that allow the supporting parts to fold down flat.

1. The base plate (1) serves as the foundation.
2. A first limiting rotating assembly (2) at the front end of the base plate sets the leaning angle. Turning the rotating button (203) rotates a first rotating rod (204). A positioning clamping block (207) on the rod engages a positioning clamping groove (206) on a limiting ferrule (205), locking the angle in place.
3. An adjusting back supporting assembly (3) connects to the top of the first rotating assembly. It includes a fixed outer sleeve (302) and a telescopic inner supporting rod (304) that slides inside it. An elastic clamping block (305) on the rod snaps into a limiting clamping hole (303) on the sleeve to lock the extended length.
4. A second limiting rotating assembly (4) is mounted at the front end of the first rotating assembly. It uses a mounting side plate (401), a second rotating rod (402), and a storage outer sleeve (403) to pivot the front support.
5. A bottom adjusting supporting assembly (5) sits on the outer side of the second rotating assembly to cradle the bottom of the game machine, accommodating different thicknesses.

When the stand is not in use, the back supporting assembly and the bottom supporting assembly rotate around their respective rods and fold flat against the base plate, reducing the storage footprint.

Who it is for

• Consumer electronics accessory brands looking for a foldable stand to bundle with home game consoles or sell as an aftermarket upgrade.
• Amazon sellers and e-commerce retailers in the gaming category who need a product that ships flat and saves warehouse volume.
• Board-game clubs and teaching centers that set up and break down tabletop game machines frequently between sessions.
• Wholesalers supplying retail stores where shelf space is limited and packaging size affects display costs.

How it works

The main parts

Operating steps

1. Unfold the stand. Rotate the adjusting back supporting assembly (3) upward from the base plate (1). Rotate the second limiting rotating assembly (4) and the bottom adjusting supporting assembly (5) forward into position.
2. Set the lean angle. Turn the rotating button (203). This spins the first rotating rod (204) until the positioning clamping block (207) drops into the desired positioning clamping groove (206) on the limiting ferrule (205).
3. Adjust the length. Pull or push the telescopic inner supporting rod (304) inside the fixed outer sleeve (302) until the elastic clamping block (305) clicks into the correct limiting clamping hole (303) for the specific game machine size.
4. Place the console. Rest the back of the game machine against the adjusting back supporting assembly (3) and the front bottom edge on the bottom adjusting supporting assembly (5).
5. Fold for storage. Remove the console. Rotate the back assembly and the bottom assembly downward until they lie flat against the base plate (1).

Applications

Home entertainment setups

Players who use their living room for multiple activities need to clear the game machine away after playing. This stand folds flat, allowing it to slide into a drawer or sit behind a media cabinet without taking up visible space.

Board-game clubs and teaching rooms

Clubs that host tabletop game nights often switch between different electronic board-game units or teaching devices. The telescopic back support and adjustable bottom assembly let staff fit various machine sizes on a single stand, while the folding feature makes stacking them between events straightforward.

E-commerce fulfillment and retail display

Sellers shipping console accessories benefit from a product that packs flat, reducing box dimensions and shipping weight. On retail shelves, the folded profile allows more units to fit in the same display area compared to fixed-shape stands.

Travel and LAN gatherings

Players transporting their own equipment to friends’ houses or local gatherings need gear that packs tightly. Folding the back and bottom supports flush with the base plate keeps the stand compact inside a bag alongside the console and cables.

Where it is less suitable

• Heavy arcade cabinets - the base plate and telescopic rods are described for standard game machines; large commercial cabinets require heavier steel framing.
• Wall-mounted displays - this is a freestanding base plate design, not a bracket intended for mounting hardware to a wall.
• Outdoor environments - the patent does not describe weather sealing or UV-resistant materials for permanent outdoor placement.