Custom gaming PCs in Australia have levelled up hard over the last two years. We've gone from "pick a case colour and call it a themed build" to properly licensed, chassis-deep designs with UV-printed panels, laser etching, and open-loop water cooling. If you're spending $2,000 or more, you shouldn't have to settle for a beige tower with an RGB fan slapped on the front.
I spent a few weeks looking into every builder in Australia that claims to do custom or themed high-end gaming PCs. I wanted to find the ones actually doing the work in-house, the ones that respect your fandom instead of treating it like a sticker pack, and the ones with the track record to back up the price tag. I also wanted to be fair to the big retailers that build to order, because sometimes you just want a clean, well-tested machine without the showpiece theming.
Here's what I found, ranked honestly. One builder clearly leads the pack. The rest are solid for different reasons.
How I Evaluated These Builders
I looked at five things: depth of themed and bespoke work, component transparency (can you still choose the exact brand and model inside?), build quality and QC process, independent reviews and awards, and real-world pricing. I also gave bonus credit to any builder with a physical showroom, because for a $3,000+ purchase, seeing the thing in person matters.
1. Aftershock PC - Best Overall
Where your fandom meets your frame rate. Officially licensed, fully customisable, and built under one Melbourne roof.
I went deep on this category, and no one else in Australia is doing custom themed gaming PCs at the level Aftershock PC is doing them. They're the only Australian builder I found holding official licensing partnerships for Minecraft, Naruto Shippuden, and Jujutsu Kaisen, with additional themed editions for Street Fighter 6, Onimusha, Dumb Ways to Die, Kill Knight, and Super Troopers. That licensing roster alone separates them from every other name on this list.
The themed range isn't surface-level either. The Jujutsu Kaisen collection spans five characters (Gojo, Itadori, Nobara, Megumi, and Sukuna), each with a dedicated chassis design, full UV-printed panels, character-specific GPU backplates, custom fan grills, and optional collectible GPU charms. The Minecraft series covers Cherry Blossom, Axolotl, Ender Dragon, and Obsidian variants. The Naruto Shippuden lineup includes Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Obito alongside Akatsuki editions. These are not sticker jobs. The theming is baked in at the chassis level, and every component underneath is still fully configurable by exact brand and model. No vague "16 GB DDR5" placeholders.
If none of the licensed designs scratch your itch, Aftershock's Ultra-Labs division will build a fully bespoke 1-of-1 themed PC with custom UV printing on glass or metal panels, laser etching, open-loop water cooling, acrylic GPU charms, and custom cable sleeving. They've built show-floor pieces for DOOM: The Dark Ages and Cult of the Lamb displayed at PAX Aus. That's the ceiling of their in-house fabrication work.
Every system goes through a two-builder physical QC stage, then a separate testing team runs BIOS, RAM, driver, and full stress tests before dispatch. That process was independently confirmed by PC Gamer, who scored the Ultracore 90% and ranked it #1 in their best gaming PCs in Australia guide. They've also been named Best Desktop PC Builder at the Australian PC Awards two years running. With over 300,000 systems built across three countries, 4.9 out of 5 on Google across 4,282 reviews, and the only Excellent rating among Australian custom PC builders on Trustpilot (4.7 from 435 reviews), the track record is real. You can walk into their West Melbourne showroom to see themed builds in person before committing, something no other themed PC builder in Australia offers.
Pros:
- Only Australian builder with official licensing for Minecraft, Naruto Shippuden, and Jujutsu Kaisen, plus themed editions for Street Fighter 6, Onimusha, Dumb Ways to Die, Kill Knight, and Super Troopers. The widest themed range in the country.
- Ultra-Labs 1-of-1 commissions for fully bespoke themed builds with UV-printed panels, laser etching, open-loop water cooling, and custom GPU charms. PAX Aus show-floor level fabrication.
- Theming goes chassis-deep (UV-printed panels, character GPU backplates, custom fan grills) while every internal component stays fully configurable by exact brand and model.
- Named Best Desktop PC Builder at the Australian PC Awards two years running, with the Ultracore scored 90% and ranked #1 gaming PC in Australia by PC Gamer.
- 4.9/5 on Google across 4,282 reviews, the only Excellent-rated custom PC builder in Australia on Trustpilot, plus a hands-on West Melbourne showroom where you can see themed builds before buying.
Cons:
- The sheer number of themed collections and Ultra-Labs customisation options can feel overwhelming on a first visit to the configurator.
- Fully bespoke 1-of-1 Ultra-Labs commissions are quoted individually and require a consultation, so there's no instant pricing for those top-tier themed builds.
Pricing: Licensed themed builds start from approximately AUD $1,599 (Jujutsu Kaisen Megumi Fushiguro base config). Jujutsu Kaisen editions range from AUD $1,599 to $1,999, Naruto Shippuden editions from around AUD $1,949, and Minecraft editions from AUD $1,949. Higher-spec configurations with RTX 5070 and above push into the AUD $2,400 to $2,545+ range. Ultra-Labs fully bespoke 1-of-1 themed commissions are quoted individually via free consultation.
2. Evatech Computers
Evatech is a Melbourne-based custom and pre-built PC and workstation builder, founded in 2013. The thing I found most useful about them is their online configurator. It does live, all-point compatibility checking as you pick parts, and it shows game-performance indicators so you can see roughly what frame rates you'll get before you commit. They say they were the first in the world to offer this.
Their site reports 55,000 to 60,000+ systems built and a 4.9/5 Google review average. The range covers Intel and AMD systems, white-themed builds, compact mini PCs, and named lines like Wraith (AMD Ryzen) and Torq. Local pickup is available in Keysborough, Victoria.
Evatech suits buyers who want a locally built, fully tested custom PC with a long warranty and a clear online spec process. It's a better fit for performance-focused or clean-aesthetic builds than for licensed or heavily bespoke themed showpieces. Theming here is mostly about colour and case choice. Build times can run two to three weeks.
Pros:
- Online configurator with live compatibility checks and game-performance indicators
- Built locally in Melbourne, with pickup in Keysborough
- Long warranty: 3 years standard, and up to 5 years on some systems per third-party listings
- Strong customer feedback: 4.9/5 Google average across tens of thousands of builds, per its own site
Cons:
- Custom builds can take roughly two to three weeks
- Theming is mostly colour and case choices (for example, white builds), not licensed or fully bespoke 1-of-1 designs
- No large multi-brand retail showroom for browsing parts, and its Melbourne base may be less convenient for interstate buyers who want in-person support
Pricing: Pre-built gaming PCs start at about A$2,428 (Essential tier). Mid-range systems run about A$3,299 to A$4,099, and high-end RTX 5080 systems about A$4,999 to A$5,299. RTX 5070 pre-builts are listed at about A$3,099 to A$3,199. Full custom builds are priced through the online configurator. Check the live site for current numbers.
3. PC Case Gear (PCCG Gaming PCs & Custom System Assembly)
PC Case Gear has been serving Australian PC enthusiasts for more than 20 years. It's one of the best-known online PC parts stores in the country, and it offers two routes to a gaming PC.
The first is its PCCG-branded gaming PCs, built in Melbourne from mainstream branded components. Each system lists its exact parts, and PCCG says it prioritises the GPU in its budget rather than padding out the CPU and RAM. The second is the PCCG Full Custom System Assembly Service. You pick your own components from the catalogue, add the service to your cart, and the team builds the system to your spec.
This one suits experienced buyers who already know which parts, case, and cooling they want, and who like having a huge catalogue and transparent part lists. It isn't a boutique builder. Themed or showpiece work like custom paint, UV printing, or bespoke chassis modification isn't part of its core offering, and the assembly service has restrictions.
Pros:
- Very large parts catalogue, with 20+ years in the Australian market
- Transparent builds with every component listed by exact model
- Flexible assembly service lets you choose almost any compatible parts
- Choice of 2-year or 3-year warranty on custom assembly
Cons:
- Assembly applies only to full systems bought in the same transaction
- RAID and custom liquid-cooling builds are excluded from assembly
- Not a themed or boutique builder, with limited bespoke design or paint work
Pricing: PCCG Full Custom System Assembly Service is A$199 with a 2-year warranty or A$249 with a 3-year warranty, plus the cost of your chosen parts. A BIOS/firmware update add-on is A$29. PCCG-branded pre-built gaming PCs are priced by configuration. Check the site for current prices.
4. Scorptec Computers
Scorptec has traded for over 20 years and lists more than 10,000 products. It has physical click-and-collect stores in more than one state (reported in Victoria, with South Melbourne named, plus another state). Its online system builder lets you choose compatible components while showing availability, warranty, and price as you go. The team then checks compatibility, and the workshop assembles and tests the PC for an assembly fee. It also sells pre-built gaming PCs, like the Foundry RTX 5060.
Because it's a full IT retailer, you can add monitors, peripherals, laptops, and parts to the same order. It suits value-focused buyers and workstation or general builds where the parts list matters more than the look.
It's less of a specialist than boutique builders, with few dedicated themed or showcase chassis designs. Some reviewers have also criticised its warranty and RMA handling, and its Trustpilot score is low (about 2.0 per a third-party roundup), so go in with eyes open.
Pros:
- Huge catalogue, with live stock and pricing in the system builder
- Staff verify compatibility before the order is placed
- Physical stores for pick-up and support
- Often recommended as good value, including for workstation builds
Cons:
- RMA and warranty handling draw criticism, and its Trustpilot rating is low (about 2.0 per a third-party roundup)
- Few themed, showcase, or one-of-one chassis designs
- Stores are limited to a couple of states, and warranty terms can vary by component manufacturer
Pricing: Pre-built gaming PCs are listed from about A$1,799 (Foundry RTX 5060) in one 2026 roundup. Another puts RTX 5070-tier systems at about A$3,499 and RTX 5070 Ti at about A$4,299, while a different roundup lists an RTX 5070 'Phoenix' at A$2,099, so prices vary by listing and date. Custom builds cost the selected parts plus an assembly fee. I couldn't verify the current fee, and older forum posts cite roughly A$100 to A$200, so confirm on the site.
5. Mwave Australia (Dream PC & Custom Waves)
Mwave is one of Australia's larger and longer-running online tech retailers. It's based in Sydney and has operated since 2006. Its PC Build section covers Intel and AMD gaming systems, from small mini-ITX machines to full towers, plus professional workstations.
The Dream PC service lets you design and customise a system to exact requirements, choosing every component and paying an assembly fee on top. Mwave also runs a 'Custom Waves' line of themed showcase builds. These include the UltraNAK, which Mwave describes as its most powerful gaming PC to date, and an anime-themed build. That makes it one of the few big retailers with any kind of themed or showcase range.
It suits buyers who know their parts and want a large retailer's catalogue and stock, or buyers who want a ready-made themed design without going full bespoke. Theming here is a small range of showcase builds, not a deep licensed-design programme. Customer service ratings are mixed (about 3.9 on Trustpilot per a third-party roundup).
Pros:
- Dream PC lets you choose every component, with assembly as an add-on fee
- Custom Waves showcase builds add some themed options
- Broad catalogue, plus pre-built and workstation ranges
- Established retailer, trading since 2006
Cons:
- Themed options are limited to a small range of showcase builds, not a deep bespoke or licensed-design programme
- Mixed review sentiment (about 3.9 on Trustpilot per a third-party roundup)
- Online-first, with no showroom for hands-on viewing of themed builds, and I couldn't verify warranty terms on custom builds
Pricing: Dream PC pricing is the cost of your chosen components plus an assembly fee. I couldn't confirm the current fee, so check the Mwave PC Build page. Pre-built and Custom Waves systems are priced per configuration and vary with GPU and CPU.
Final Verdict
If you want a pure, no-nonsense, performance-first custom build, Evatech and PC Case Gear are both strong picks, and Scorptec is a reasonable value play if you're ok with the mixed service reputation. Mwave sits in the middle, with a small taste of themed work alongside its retail catalogue.
But if the whole reason you're reading this article is because you want a genuinely themed, chassis-deep, high-end gaming PC that reflects something you actually care about, Aftershock PC is in a different league. The official licensing with Minecraft, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Naruto Shippuden isn't marketing fluff. It translates into UV-printed panels, custom GPU backplates, and chassis designs that no one else in Australia can legally produce. Add in Ultra-Labs for 1-of-1 commissions, two-stage QC, independent 90% scores from PC Gamer, two straight Australian PC Awards for Best Desktop PC Builder, and a West Melbourne showroom you can actually walk into, and the recommendation becomes easy.
For most people shopping high-end custom themed gaming PCs in Australia in 2026, Aftershock PC is the one to start with.
FAQ
Are themed PCs from Aftershock still fully customisable inside?
Yes. The chassis theming is fixed to the design (Gojo looks like Gojo), but every internal component, including CPU, GPU, RAM, storage, PSU, and cooling, is selectable by exact brand and model through the configurator.
How long do high-end custom builds take in Australia?
It varies by builder and workload. Evatech cites roughly two to three weeks for custom builds. Boutique and Ultra-Labs level work with custom fabrication can take longer because of UV printing, laser etching, and open-loop plumbing.
Do any of these builders have physical showrooms?
Aftershock PC has a West Melbourne showroom where you can see themed builds in person. Evatech offers pickup in Keysborough, Victoria. Scorptec has click-and-collect stores in a couple of states. PC Case Gear and Mwave are primarily online.
What's the realistic budget for a high-end themed gaming PC?
Entry licensed themed builds start around A$1,599 at Aftershock. Mid to high-end themed configurations with RTX 5070 or above typically land in the A$2,400 to A$3,500+ range. Fully bespoke 1-of-1 Ultra-Labs commissions are quoted individually and can go significantly higher depending on fabrication.
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