No, this is not an out-of-season April Fools' joke (according to the press release at least); KFC is really launching a gaming console in partnership with Cooler Master. Named the KFConsole and designed after the Bargain Bucket, it seems to be somewhat akin to the Steam Machine or a PC gaming tower at the very least.

The KFConsole campaign began on 11 June, went viral on Twitter and even earned a meme-worthy status on social media but apparently this new competitor in the gaming scene will indeed hit the market. Importantly, this machine is touted as featuring the world’s first built in chicken chamber to keep its contents hot, ready for consumption.

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In addition to the patented Chicken Chamber, the KFConsole packs the following gaming specs and features:

• Intel Nuc 9 Extreme Compute Element
• Asus powered GPU
• 2x Seagate BarraCuda 1TB SSDs (said to have PCIe NVMe speeds that are 6× faster)
• VR-ready
• Ray tracing
• Gameplay at up to 240fps for all games
• 4K display support with up to 240Hz output

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‘We all know the console war is vicious, but we’re very confident in the KFConsole as our flagship entry," said Mark Cheevers, PR & Social Media Lead at KFC UK & Ireland, in the press release. "This machine is capable of running games at top-level specs, all on top of keeping your meal warm for you to enjoy during your gaming experience... what’s not to like? If Sony or Microsoft want any tips on how to engineer a chicken chamber for their efforts next time, they’d be welcome to get in touch.’

Details regarding the cost of the KFConsole and its release window weren't made available as part of this announcement. But when (if?) it launches, would you consider buying this gaming device that doesn't want you to game on an empty stomach?

SOURCE: GBAtemp Inbox
KFConsole Official Page

 

[anhminh]

How to make a console:

1. Make a PC

2. Make it run Steam

3. Install controller driver

4. Slap your copyright name on it

5. Profit

 

[Wolfy]

How to make a console:

1. Make a PC

2. Make it run Steam

3. Install controller driver

4. Slap your copyright name on it

5. Profit

Slight modification, as adding the additional step, "Add an air fryer", will increase profits by 500%.

 

[KeeperCP1]

This console is a FAKE! Everything talking about that "KFConsole" are RUMORS! TRUE RUMORS!

 

[Bladexdsl]

"you hungry man? i'll run you down to kfc and fix you up with a 2 piece!"

 

[cashboxz01]

the specs are competitive

 

[GhostLatte]

Can we get a KFConsole forum? @Costello

 

[Spider_Man]

Surely this is a joke.

People have problems with consoles getting hot and keeping them clean.

Kfc release a console to put their shitty dry over salted chicken in to keep warm..

 

[smf]

as a collector maybe
But if it does have exclusive, it'll surely sell
But, tbh, I doubt there'll be any good exclusive except maybe chicken/restaurant-related video games

Isn't it just a pc to install an OS onto, so unlikely to have any exclusive games at all.

You telling me you don't want a PC with a chicken drawer?

I don't eat meat, is it compatible with other food or just chicken?

is this to compete with the bud light console?

The bud light has a cooler, if they compete then you'll just have warm beer.

People have problems with consoles getting hot and keeping them clean

If it's well sealed enough and the drawer can be removed for cleaning then it's not totally horrendous, but obviously it is a kind of joke.

They are probably trying to gauge demand whether they will actually sell you one. If people are willing to buy this case.

https://myretrocomputer.com/shop/

Then I'm sure someone is willing to buy that kfconsole.

Developing it is a brilliant use for their marketing budget.

 

[Spider_Man]

Isn't it just a pc to install an OS onto, so unlikely to have any exclusive games at all.



I don't eat meat, is it compatible with other food or just chicken?



The bud light has a cooler, if they compete then you'll just have warm beer.



If it's well sealed enough and the drawer can be removed for cleaning then it's not totally horrendous, but obviously it is a kind of joke.

They are probably trying to gauge demand whether they will actually sell you one. If people are willing to buy this case.

https://myretrocomputer.com/shop/

Then I'm sure someone is willing to buy that kfconsole.

Developing it is a brilliant use for their marketing budget.

How, the console isnt going to make me buy or eat the shit kfc produce.

If i ever want chicken food i goto an independent local takeaway which is far better, not salty scrabby bits of bone dry chicken thats not only left under a heat lamp and raw.

 

[Deleted User]

The bud light has a cooler, if they compete then you'll just have warm beer.

i mean beer is gross anyway so what's the loss?

 

[smf]

How, the console isnt going to make me buy or eat the shit kfc produce.

Marketing isn't about making people buy things, it's about creating a good feeling about your brand among people who are on the fence of deciding between you and your competitor.

Usually fast food companies just show unrealistic representations of their products and people smiling while eating them. Occasionally they will throw in a story based advert.

If i ever want chicken food i goto an independent local takeaway which is far better, not salty scrabby bits of bone dry chicken thats not only left under a heat lamp and raw.

I don't eat chicken, you don't have to like a product to think a marketing idea is clever. I will be interested in seeing if it results in extra sales (depending on the country they may struggle due to covid).

It's got you thinking about eating chicken anyway.

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i mean beer is gross anyway so what's the loss?

Me too, but I kinda think I'm not their target market. If everyone ran everything past me before making it, then there would be a lot of things that wouldn't exist. But then how boring would that be.

 

[KeeperCP1]

THINK ABOUT WHAT I SAID, THIS IS A RUMOR!!!!

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To explain this, KFC can't even make consoles.

 

[PrincessLillie]

THINK ABOUT WHAT I SAID, THIS IS A RUMOR!!!!

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To explain this, KFC can't even make consoles.

Of course they can't. They're a food company.
That's why they partnered with Cooler Master.

 

[AceX]

Of course they can't. They're a food company.
That's why they partnered with Cooler Master.

Wouldn't that also be a bit like saying that if I built my own PC then I couldn't possibly cook fried chicken?
People are capable of more than one thing.

 

[KeeperCP1]

THIS IS THE 3RD TIME I'M SAYING IT'S FAKE, AND YOU AREN'T LISTENING ME? GO AHEAD AND BELIEVE ALL RUMORS, YOU IDIOTS!

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GO AHEAD AND BELIEVE ALL RUMORS, YOU IDIOTS!

And i MEAN IT!!!

 

[Noctosphere]

THIS IS THE 3RD TIME I'M SAYING IT'S FAKE, AND YOU AREN'T LISTENING ME? GO AHEAD AND BELIEVE ALL RUMORS, YOU IDIOTS!

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And i MEAN IT!!!

you sure talk a lot for a newcomer
keep on like that lol...

 

[smf]

THINK ABOUT WHAT I SAID, THIS IS A RUMOR!!!!

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To explain this, KFC can't even make consoles.

It's not a rumour, they've announced it here https://landing.coolermaster.com/kfconsole/

It could be a prank, but you must understand the difference surely?

cooler master are making it. KFC are a franchisor, the company don't get involved in making chicken either.

 

[HideoKojima]

RIP PS5 and XBOX SX

 

[kublai]

It better be finger lickin' good!!!

 

[Spider_Man]

Marketing isn't about making people buy things, it's about creating a good feeling about your brand among people who are on the fence of deciding between you and your competitor.

LOL that is exactly what marketing is, here, a definition for you:

Marketing refers to activities a company undertakes to promote the buying or selling of a product or service.

so you sit here saying marketing isn't about making people buy things, creating good feeling (which would be incentive for customers to BUY).

marketing, make yourself/brand noticed by potential customers, key to marketing is keeping it simple and to the point, what makes you standout and better than other companies/products to entice customers to buy your product.

this is exactly what marketing is, try learn a thing or two