The PC Case from the Future is HERE!

[@aelaan12]

That looks like an easy to build case, I totally dig the compartmental approach. Min-Max and not a mandatory PSU shroud.

[@LeonYuL]

I'd love to see more options like itx or matx or something, that'd be sick

[@aaronbrook]

Agree completely. ModFree Mini and ModFree Micro would decimate the market.

[@chris_3729]

yeah I hoped for sth smaller as well. Just the first two modules together are quit big

[@LeonYuL]

@@WhiteG60 those are some great ideas

[@whate1se]

WAIT FOR THE STREACOM FF1

[@dandyND]

Yeah modular makes more sense for ITX as people who use an ITX case would actually care about having the optimal size of the case for their components. Whereas ATX buyers would probably just go for a case that can support everything and save the hassle of doing modular assembly

[@chasedown26]

I feel this would be more useful with itx or m atx. To fit different size components like putting 2 wide by side for large tower coolers.

[@Bigdog1787]

I really like this case it's why I already purchased one before this vid even came out. Having the ability to stack pcs like a server rack and add a so-called rack whenever is amazing.

[@MidWitPride]

I've been test bench pilled for a while now, and it has worked great for me. People really overestimate the issue of dust, besides with a test bench cleaning up the dust takes like a minute anyway. My thermals are always excellent and it runs quiet, because the fans don't need to speed up too much to cool the system. Changing components is such a breeze as well. Would recommend, as long as you don't have small children or pets around.

[@jonevansauthor]

What did you build it on, an actual test bench product or something you created yourself?

[@MidWitPride]

@@jonevansauthor On a streacom BC1 test bench.

[@jonevansauthor]

@@MidWitPride yeah that's the one that I had my eye on. Expensive but looks like a really high quality product.

[@sharpjs]

I'd consider doing this more if my components actually looked like a serious device, rather than looking like Midjourney failed to generate a Gundam picture.

[@anonymoususer7985]

Love the concept of this case even have a the layout in mind that will provide the best airflow and temperatures but the price is a little high for a case change right now; maybe in a few years

[@baoquoc3710]

This is simply the best tribute to the good old caselabs cases, just sheer modularity and customization🥰

[@jonathanellis6097]

Im not sure how useful in reality a modular case like this is. Most systems are built and then used as is, by the time you want to upgrade parts or the entire system i find im ready for a completely new look, so a new case.

[@brikanofficial]

Finally, someone other than Thermaltake with the core series making a modular PC case with freeform capabilities.

[@RANDOMNATION907]

*_"I Thought of this EXACT Same Idea Thirty Five Years Ago!"_* . . . . . ok, it was like two or three years ago. And I'm glad someone is finally doing it.

[@mmcgear4376]

7:59 this configuration with intake 3x fans on the left side and 1/2x intake fans at the bottom right

[@thevoid7332]

I really like the vertical, open frame layout. I've been looking at the Thermaltake CTE T500 which is a similar design but fully enclosed. An open frame would eliminate the need for some fans and not have a "front" side. Both are about the same price too.

[@hananas2]

I think it can be really cool to use the mounting system to mount the whole system to the wall or something, or mount a monitor onto it

[@LuKiSCraft]

Mounting a monitor directly to the actual desktop PC ... LOL new meta discovered

[@ultimaone3189]

This reminds me of Cooler Master HAF Stacker. They had sectioned areas. And you could order additional pieces, could stack them on top of each other and link it together. Still have this case as my primary case ;)

[@hwi7114]

Having this in an ITX form factor would be dope as long as the Mod 1 is small, barely bigger than an ITX motherboard, maybe with depth adjustment for CPU cooler height. Then they could make a Mod for Flex ATX or SFX PSUs, a couple Mods that could fit case fans and/or rad, and a separate Mod for the GPU so you could build it in a sandwich form factor with a PCIe riser.

[@sander7782]

i have the new inwin duibili case .. and it's high quality and great to build in !! very happy

[@mi-rek]

6:18 this should be in every case, moveable IO board(s) to install in a chosen place. All the extra USBs from motherboard are usually wasted, or mounted low on bracket at the back of PC.

[@alberttheroa4164]

Awesome case, It does need stack trays for hdd and i think the ability to rotate the mobo tray. colors and shapes and designs options are all that's needed for this.

You don't need to rotate the mobo tray because you can rotate the whole box.

[@alberttheroa4164]

@ If you want it on the left side of the desk and not have the mobo upside down, you do.

@@alberttheroa4164 think about what you just said, that's literally what rotating the motherboard tray will do.

[@franceslarina5508]

I think my first InWin case had the hole for an AT style keyboard. So far I've not been disappointed by their quality yet.

[@alexossan2829]

I can see myself enjoying the build, but I probably won't go back to change anything once it's built. Also with my 5-7 year upgrade cycle, I find that each time there's a newer chassis I like (whether aesthetically or functionally).

[@kbhasi]

Oh yes oh yes oh YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🤩 I remember seeing videos of that when it was shown off at a trade show earlier this year, and forgot about it since. I do hope the series succeeds and if it does, I did imagine there being additional modules to allow it to work as a server chassis instead of just a desktop PC, one of which could add externally accessible SATA or SAS hard drive bays, and another which could be an alternative front panel with more ports and indicators (for server mainboards which tend to support more indicators on their front panel connectors, as well as SAS HBAs which also have their own activity indicator connectors), though I have also imagined aftermarket modules that could make multiple modules look like older Inwin chassis models including those that had been discontinued.

[@lil.shaman6384]

Dual chamber, itx, and specific storage modules, if it gets those ill buy it for a scalable nas

[@Maginus10]

Inwin is tapping into some of that magic that made Case Labs great.

[@NegativeROG]

Amazing idea. Nicely done. Possibly my next case.

[@CosminNecula]

Just ordered this case, deluxe model + 1 extra Mod III. Will go for the Cube config, As for storage, I have an 8 bay hot-plug 2.5 drive case that fits in 2 x 5inch bays which should fit without issues in the front side of Mod II. For the moment I have only an AIO for the CPU but this case will be perfect for a custom loop.

[@johnhobbs1815]

There are going to be some crazy custom loops with this

[@troycasinillo448]

this is perfect whatever the builder wants in mind thanks for sharing it.

[@kamikaze00007]

Would be cool if you could mount the modules with a half-half setup on the side of the large core module and then make that one of those classic "flat bed" cases.

[@_B.C_]

First question. Can two units be assembled together to make a 2pc setup. Second. Do they have plans to allow one of the smaller modules to mount a second itx board?

[@id104335409]

INWIN are the only ones who dare to try something new.

[@ndositwechizimbi7299]

I'm in love with it already

[@mattm1773]

its definitely a good thing for the PC market. it'll be interesting to see what this "case" starts from potential other manufacturers. great work Canucks!

[@monochrome5297]

oh i talked about this on a dutch forum, it would be nice for a modulair nas system

[@97invaderzim]

A server case version for extreme water cooling builds would be awesome

[@WilliamReins]

Stack 3 (or more) long units on top; each with their own 360 rad and fans to have a killer custom loop that should be a great cooler.

[@TheLateral18]

finally i can have a case , where the mobo sits horizntally and psu in the bottom with the ssds in the bottom too and boom my dream case , wished was smaller though

[@alphablackpb]

love the video ive been waiting a year to see this case for sale but i got to say 250 is a little high for a plain jane box with a basement attachment something that my mountain mods case had over 20 years ago.... so not a new concept. if it were like 140 for the deluxe it would be more tempting

[@_AutoCoder]

Thanks for this. Buying 2 deluxe tomorrow.. stacking 2 PCs into a super tower w one inverted. Hell.. this might replace my server rack too.

[@paradonym]

This is also very good 4K. Right up the what's inside and MKBHD area.

[@DiegoSpinola]

I would REALLY like this to have a rack mount option/accessory... looks like you could do this with the base edition... for those of us trying to put 4GPUs to work in ML a "double decker" 8U case would be awesome...

[@yabani2012]

I would love to see a comparison of all modules in terms of air flow, temps and cable management

[@wild_lee_coyote]

This would also be great for people who want to build this into a desk or table or other type of furniture.

[@leftcoastfunk]

I like the concept. Unsure if this is the ideal state of it, but hopefully this opens the door to even more creative-yet-still-somewhat-normal case designs

[@kumarsalib722]

Oh yeah, I love this modularity.

[@GuillaumeDanat]

I love your enthousiasm on this one. Concept is awesome. Would like to see the same principle for an itx 😊

[@RafitoOoO]

I love the idea of a case like this more than I'd to own one. It's just easier to buy a new case and sell your old one if your needs change down the road.

[@arutezza]

i wonder if you can attach the cores to each other to make a full size dual motherboard system, or if you can add the psu module to the side and do a dual chamber

[@yo.adrian]

This computer case is in my wishlist for when I build a new computer. I hope this case will be in PC Building Simulator 2.

[@ASMR-soothingsounds]

How about showcasing one of your finished builds in this video... would have been nice to see what this case looks like with all the innards installed and with all the exterior panels attached.

[@glockjs]

they need to sell this direct and on their website where you start with the basic necessary frames and choose the extras from there. need to design an hdd stack mod as an add on and all the sudden becomes one of the better options for a homelab. what do the thermals look like?

[@davidminor1254]

This reminds me of what Cooler Master did many years ago. Even another company had modular cases in the past.

[@HardwareCanucks]

Yeah CM sorta tried it with their Stacker series.

[@MrAlexander100]

Great video !! Are you going to review the Coolermaster QUBE 500 ??

[@rodhester2166]

I have been waiting on this.. I sure wish they would have a add on for 5.25 bays..

[@cakeisalie]

Inwin, to me, is one of the companies that excite me in this hobby

[@cht473]

I am thinking if an ITX system can be built in the smaller modules. This could be a great case for a NAS build, like whenever more drives are needed you can just stack another module on the top.

[@ericherrmann6344]

Very interesting. I would like to see another side module to put the psu in (like the wider cases like Lian li o11 or thermaltake cte).

[@damokerbs5856]

For me the most important bits are the power supply chamber and space for the radiators. I've always wanted to keep radiators separate from everything

[@jaymacpherson8167]

I would paint the panels, maybe the frame also. I have spray-painted a couple of cases, and very much like how they look.

[@lunareclipse1882]

I would love to see an lcd panel addon and a acrylic or tempered glass customisation for like decals or design in addition for frosted or not also a raspberry pie mount if possible

[@TheSickness]

Interesting concept, they should make a online configurator for this (maybe work with the game system builder, have a online version tho too) and make the parts purchasable separately. Otherwise, in a buy as a standard configuration only model, it's likely DOA.

[@ChrisLichowicz]

Looks like a fancy and expensive open air test bench case.

[@BartFlossom]

It seems all case manufacturers never consider storage. Some of us still use HDDs. Even so, this is an intriguing concept.

[@Zmeor]

It's really cool. Reminds me of the Fractal laptops in a way :)

[@intel2you]

put psu in main atx case and dump all the little ones lol for me atleast a rad in front am and a sfx-L psu in rear 120mm fan hole. would be good sized water cooled full size atx case thanks for sharing

[@miguelandrecorpuz2831]

Cooler Master did something similar back in the day with the HAF Stacker series, although not as nice as InWin's implementation.

[@marinipersonal]

Very interesting case. The usual setup with PSU under the GPU, being able to use the PSU towards the front of the case and leaving the area under the GPU for intake is great. Such option is restricted to either the torrent layout, or dual chamber. With dual chamber the thickness of the case can be an issue. With the torrent layout. Top mounted PSU, restricts the installed a top AIO. Using the PSU on the front, like many ITX, or some new cases do (D41) or the Ap201, restricts direct airflow from the front of the case. That alone would justify me buying this case. Just waiting for it to be available in the UK and I’ll be getting one.

[@itsdeonlol]

Awesome!

[@raphael286]

HA ! I already can envision my next PC build with "MOD II" alone :)

[@bits2646]

I think there was one case few years ago that had exactly the same features but I just can't remember which one. I don't know about the panels, but the models were certanly there

[@hornsteinhof7592]

Tbh it's a nice but unsatisfying. I've been looking for a horizontal desktop PC case for years, which I can put my screen on top of. These were the first computers that I have used and I'd love for them to have a comeback. That desk setup would be rather minimal with a case as your monitor stand and nothing standing left or right of the screen or under the table. No cables would touch the ground and it would not take up any desk space (because you're not using the desk space under your screen in most cases).

[@ragiponsoy2289]

I would love to build my case how I want. This is really remarkable project

[@enhncr]

Started watching. Hearing : this is the first in the world modular case!!?!! Started laughing!! One world: CASELABS!!!!!!! thumb down!!! The Legend! CASELABS!!!!

[@LeoVirtanen]

Does any of these modules have 5,25" slot for dvd/bluray combo?

[@ranjanbiswas3233]

In Win always does it, walking against the trend.

[@leedaq7767]

users tend to building ITX most time thesedays, not sure whether it will work. but it seems pretty cool

[@T0X1C89]

Can you install drives in the mod 3 module?

[@ronmccann9114]

The 420 radiator will fit. The mod free app says the mod 3 measures 388mm , its closer to 505 mm

[@theyehsohz]

FINALLLY ITS HEREEE

[@pb5109]

Can this fit a 420mm rad up top? or in front?

[@justatim8143]

I like how you can changeup the case to any configuration to meet your needs except what I want and that is Dual Chamber/ lay down. n. My only downside of this case and it go's for all cases is in black they only give you tinted side windows so to get clear glass in most cases you have to buy white case. Like you said about the dual chamber layout it would be nice to see a square back chamber for the power supply and laydown like the old HAF X is for desktop and all they would have to do is make Mod II fit the backside of the case. Fan mounts on the bottom would also be nice to have on the basic case. In Win keep the fans an reduce the cost as $160 is way to high and you can buy good quality cases in your basic size with higher quality fans for $100 and would like to see a back panel power supply module instead of bottom and another fan mount to have fans on all 4 sides to lay the case over for desktop and have the feet be in back or bottom and I like the larger open holes with filter over fine mesh.

[@DannyWu-u7v]

I can see an huge appeal in the review community so they can constantly test parts and builds.

[@DrMice760]

I would of liked to see a rear power supply position. I definitely would consider for my goal of a 2-3x 420mm rad setup

[@ulamss5]

need an itx version scaled down to 80mm fan at the mobo I/O, and 120mm in other chambers.

[@S0K0N0MI]

Can you get additional modules? And is there any limit to how many you stack? I have this funky idea where you just have the PSU base on the front, and then like 3 or 4 top stacks holding nothing but radiators. It might be able to hold enough radiators to let even the thickest system run completely passive.

[@brandofriva]

Love this concept but waiting for v2 OR! Hoping they help the community by supplying options for community modding options (clips etc)

[@tristanwait4itlegendary]

I really like ATX cases with inverted motherboard layouts so i can put my case on the left side of my table

[@g0th1cazn]

Love the concept, but if you go to inwin's web store, there is only 2 models. There is not an option to buy the 3 different modules separate. I want to buy Mod I and 2x Mod II to make a dual chamber case.

[@SPLaholic]

Interesting. Can you put 2 chassis together, side by side? This would help those that have 2 systems.

[@AJSwain82]

Id love to see this in a old school "Desktop" orientation. Is something like that possible with this?

[@oloidhexasphericon5349]

can this be used for a horizontal motherboard build ?

[@antoniocepaj7544]

I would love to see module 1 in M-atx, and It's size too.

[@biltre271]

Cool idea, but I would prefer a lower profile option. I say that because I don't see the appeal of a modular full tower, since most cases in this category already have sufficient space for most hardware and already are fairly "future proof", so to speak. A modular SFF or MFF case would be more interesting, since the added modularity would certaily be more helpful and significant

[@lukemeeson5314]

Can you mount any of the modules on their side?

[@anisulbony7024]

Its a piece of Art 🎨

[@MrAngryMonkey100]

but indivual pieces and make llike a exhaust mod that is able to hole up to 3 420mm rads in the on the long sides and you connect it to one side to make it the exhaust port and if your watercooling you daisy chain the rads together so when the fluid returns into the system it's cooled down enough to pull heat from the whatever your watercooling

[@xaytana]

I've wanted a modular case for a long time, but there's two issues with modularity that're demonstrated well here, lack of modules and the issues with panels. For example on the former, say that I want the volume of two Mod2 or Mod3 modules, why is there not a module that allows for this without using multiple other modules, or for another example say that I have either on both sides of the case but want a fourth side (keep in mind that 1xMod2 + 2xMod3 only coveres 3 sides as an extension of the base Mod1) yet there's no Mod4 that covers the gap of the final corner as the Mod3 is not long enough to do so; personally, I'd rather see modularity be down to the frame itself, rather than having pre-built boxes that snap together, the system needs to be brackets that hold the wireframe together, this eliminates the issue of having a Mod1, Mod2, Mod3, a missing Mod4, the missing doubl-thickness units of the Mods 2-4, etc. Then of course the latter, where there's so many configurations that paneling either has to be segmented, which is _very_ hard to get it to look decent, or the panels have to be custom to fit a configuration nicely; and the only real way around this is to have some kind of platform where people can provide solutions and/or products, such as what the 3D printing and 3D modelling sphere has done, or similarly what DIY forums have done in terms of suggesting solutions. And if you haven't caught on by now, the largest issue of modularity is scale, you either have to heavily restrict the system, or allow freedom beyond what a typical case manufacturer can do, and this is why modularity makes more sense as a DIY approach, spec your own chassis rail dimensions and base the panels off of that, otherwise modularity is too limited to make sense outside of a one-off gimmicky product; the only silver lining is custom order boutiques, remember companies like Mountain Mods and their insanely wide scope of products for a boutique, per-order manufacturing is really the only way to properly do an adaptable case, but that costs a lot more money, which circles back to the need of a social platform of people who can provide solutions, whether that's sellers, shops providing quotes, distributors, or DIYers. I'm not saying In-Win's attempt is bad, it's just limited. For example look at the Mod1 brackets, the I/O and fan plates, they can only be mounted in the center of their respective frame rails, where a better design would've been a bit more flexibility but this also comes at the cost of complexity; for example the I/O panel could've been split into segments that could be rearranged, similar to the dust filter's adjustability. But it extends beyond just this, circling back to the whole issue around modules and lack of extended variety; a better modular system would be on a better tesellating grid, the issue of lack of a Mod4 should otherwise be able to be made up of two Mod2s side by side, this would give a Mod5 being mdae of 2+3, a Mod 6 being 3+3, etc., and in both axes where the Mod1 base is of two units in height and width, and another factor should also be depth as a modular case should also include the third dimension, especially if people are wanting dual-chamber cases. Having a tessellating system like this is the _only_ way modularity would work outside of a very narrow scope, else the only real solution is again to spec your own chassis rail dimensions with custom panels; if modularity is limited it's a gimmick, if modularity tessellates nicely then it can work at the cost of aesthetics and complexity, otherwise a semi-custom solution remains the best long-term. The comment towards the end about 'how often are you likely to rearrange your system' is entirely valid, and also part of why I don't think modularity inherently works and why a semi-custom case is the ultimate goal. Unless you're constantly swapping components or doing different orientations for testing (I can't wait for GN to get this case), then the idea of easy to modify modularity is a bit lost, a case is typically one-and-done outside of minor upgrades, which is also why aesthetics and complexity of proper modularity is a massive concern; and thus again, a semi-custom case will be a better solution for the market this thing is targeting. This kind of modularity makes sense if you're building something in the form of building blocks, but givent the Mod1 is already an E-ATX base that forces the addition of the Mod2 or Mod2+3, I don't really see the point, just have two or three different cases total; but if tessellation was better and started from a smaller basis, say mini ITX, or even smaller such as the newer NUC style of an add-in card as a compute module, then this form of modulatiryt makes more sense where you could easily adapt the platform to fit the full range of common motherboard sizes and then some, at least it makes sense from the business side of it. Though I still say a semi-custom platform is still a better solution, even though a business such as In-Win could not provide that product. I think a good middle ground would be nice, have swappable chassis rails, rather than have a Mod2 or Mod3 (or a double-height unit, or what would otherwise be the Mod4 in length, etc.), you can just order rails of the predetermined scale and _build_ each unit yourself, and order it via a configurator, this would be a step closer towards a semi-custom case while still being friendly for the more traditional manufacturer; plus there's a benefit of flat packing the entire system, simplifying SKUs, the customer more readily achieves what they envision, and it leads to a solution where the idea of full modules doesn't entirely get out of hand. All in all, this approach makes me think of open air benches, in the way that you have a motherboard shelf, a drive shelf (at least before m.2 was widespread), a PSU shelf, etc., except here it all gets enclosed. Somewhat like the Cooler Master MasterFrame, where it took the open air bench, modularized it, then somewhat enclosed it, with a few options of what you can do with it, excapt again this modular case goes a step further and has actual modules and is fully covered in panels. But at the end of the day, you're just putting a few boxes together, all the internals are all over the place with little option for organization beyond custom accessories. Again, the semi-custom option is the way forward, because outside of what In-Win does provide you're going to end up needing non-OEM customization to make the case be somewhat decent in comparison to your typical standard cases, and part of that issue is a missing catalog of modules that'll likely never come, and the argument for custom parts is especially apparent when you talk about how people are about interior aesthetics, the lack of a PSU shroud is insanely bad for the current market trends, they could at least provide segmented blocker plates to at least act like a shroud option; I had mentioned dual-chamber before, but could we at least get a set of backside modules for any semblance of cable routing? And the paneling arguments from before also do not take into consideration the variety of materials or aesthetics. The fact that there could be more than just a flat panel also bolsters that argument, where there needs to be a network of people to provide solutions and sources for such customization. And again, this gets into the semi-custom argument once again; modularity is nice, but it has downsides where a semi-custom chassis and paneling do not show those same downsides, and again I think there can be a middle ground between the two where you're not relying on a boutique manufacturer for this kind of product. And to further these arguments, the idea of shapes, I already touched on the idea of adding depth to the platform beyond what the base unit provides, but a variety of shapes gets into custom territory again. If there is a version 2 of the ModFree, there will have to be a lot of changes, and those changes need to start at mentality and approach to the concept, so that the final product is more open to what people might want to do with the platform. But I honestly don't see this happening, ModFree is a one-and-done concept, because companies can't figure out how to do modularity correctly, and they're too afraid of a money pit if they continue developing a concept. At best, a v2 would be minimal updates to the platform, but we'd still see the same limitations. Unless someone within the company is able to pitch, and have it approved, to have a modifiable chassis so that you can do more with less modules, again getting into that middle ground that overlaps with the semi-custom approach. In-Win does do some crazy stuff, but I just don't see them being successful within this market niche, again it's better left to a halo product of good mentality or better left to a boutique that can do per-order customizations.

[@slothnium]

This reminds me of the Cooler master HAF Stacker 935, except this one is done way better.

[@NothingButTheTruth818]

Holy shit it looks insane.

[@abelolsen9656]

I wish you can install motherboard at the power supply module, so you can have mini-itx case, or the streaming PC, instead having two separate PC's for streaming and gaming.

[@roland97008]

Is there a matx version?