Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Looking to build a budget gaming PC powered by one of the strangest pieces of hardware ever made? This project might be for you. The ASRock AMD BC-250, originally designed as a crypto mining board, secretly packs the same AMD APU architecture found in the PlayStation 5. And now, thanks to some incredibly talented modders, custom DIY kits have transformed this obscure board into a fully functional Steam Machine. So what happens when you load up SteamOS and turn this former mining rig into a budget gaming powerhouse? Can it actually deliver a solid PC gaming experience? Let’s find out.
//John’s BC-250 Kit:
► Pre-Made Unit: jawa.gg/sp/587392/pocket-adventurescom
► Pre-Made “Hex-Box” Edition: jawa.gg/sp/587392/pocket-adventurescom
► Follow For DIY Kit Availability: https://x.com/PcktAdv3D
► Build Instructions: pocketadventures.com/bc250.asp
► Bluetooth/wifi dongle used (affiliate): amzn.to/4ref3GJ
//Macho Nacho T-Shirts:
► MERCH Store: artisticpixels305.com/machonacho
//OTHER Macho Nacho Links:
► SECOND Channel: youtube.com/channel/UC9QC7o2eLuYYWpvkAd_NBXg
► Become a PATREON: patreon.com/c/MachoNachoProductions
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
2:38 Parts Overview
6:01 Build Tutorial
11:21 Build Results
12:06 Features
12:57 Gaming Performance
14:11 Pros and Cons
// Support Macho Nacho:
► PATREON: patreon.com/MachoNachoProductions
► eBay STORE: ebay.com/usr/machonachovideogamemods
► MERCH: artisticpixels305.com/machonacho
► WEBSITE: macho-nacho.com
► JOIN our DISCORD Community: discord.gg/4c3fCnfdaH
► AMAZON Store For Tools/Supplies I Use (Affiliate): amazon.com/shop/machonachoproductions
// Follow Macho Nacho On Social Media
► Twitter: twitter.com/machonachomedia
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► SAVE 10% by using COUPON CODE: TITO on any purchase from RETRO GAME: TITO on any purchase from RETRO GAME REPAIR SHOP here: retrogamerepairshop.com/?ref=6njgx4sufvs
► SAVE 5% by using COUPON CODE: MACHONACHO on any purchase from RETRO MODDING here: bit.ly/39hHnz7
► SAVE 10% by using COUPON CODE: TITO on any purchase from CASTLEMANIA Games here: castlemaniagames.com/?ref=tito
// TOOLS AND GEAR I Use For Video Game Console Modding (Soldering Equipment, Flux,
►All other stuff I use: amazon.com/shop/machonachoproductions
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// These stores provide fantastic GEAR and MODS for RETRO CONSOLES! If you use the following links below, I received a small percentage from sales at no cost to you. This is a great, free way to support the channel (Affiliate)!
○ Stone Age Gamer (Flash Carts and other great Retro Tech)
► https://stoneagegamer.com?afmc=MACHONACHO
○ eBay (Second Hand Retro Gaming Gear and More. It’s where I buy a lot of the consoles I mod!)
► ebay.us/NCwNkl
○ Sendico (Proxy Service to bid on Japanese Auctions. I use Sendico to get great deals on Retro Consoles directly from Japan!)
► sendico.com/register/2d5a5cf98826c580535586c73fce0a03e4c6f513
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// Intro Music for Retro Renew Series by Matthew McCheskey:
► matthewmccheskey.bandcamp.com
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Disclaimer: This video is only for entertainment purposes. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of tools, equipment, or from the information in this video is the sole responsibility of the viewer and is to be used at the discretion of the end user/viewer and not Macho Nacho Productions or Tito Perez. If you are uncertain about any step of the process or feel unsure about your skill level, seek a more authoritative source.
Affiliate Disclosure: I get a small percentage of each sale that uses an affiliate link or coupon code. It’s a great way to help SUPPORT my channel at no cost to you so I can continue to make these videos for all of you, everyone wins! And as always, thank you for your continued support of my channel!
#SteamMachine #PlayStation5 #REDMAGIC11Air
Huge Thank You to REDMAGIC for sponsoring this video. Check out the all new REDMAGIC 11 Air here: bit.ly/4r3R6kT
Looking to build a budget gaming PC powered by one of the strangest pieces of hardware ever made? This project might be for you. The ASRock AMD BC-250, originally designed as a crypto mining board, secretly packs the same AMD APU architecture found in the PlayStation 5. And now, thanks to some incredibly talented modders, custom DIY kits have transformed this obscure board into a fully functional Steam Machine. So what happens when you load up SteamOS and turn this former mining rig into a budget gaming powerhouse? Can it actually deliver a solid PC gaming experience? Let’s find out.
//John’s BC-250 Kit:
► Pre-Made Unit: jawa.gg/sp/587392/pocket-adventurescom
► Pre-Made “Hex-Box” Edition: jawa.gg/sp/587392/pocket-adventurescom
► Follow For DIY Kit Availability: https://x.com/PcktAdv3D
► Build Instructions: pocketadventures.com/bc250.asp
► Bluetooth/wifi dongle used (affiliate): amzn.to/4ref3GJ
//Macho Nacho T-Shirts:
► MERCH Store: artisticpixels305.com/machonacho
//OTHER Macho Nacho Links:
► SECOND Channel: youtube.com/channel/UC9QC7o2eLuYYWpvkAd_NBXg
► Become a PATREON: patreon.com/c/MachoNachoProductions
—--
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
2:38 Parts Overview
6:01 Build Tutorial
11:21 Build Results
12:06 Features
12:57 Gaming Performance
14:11 Pros and Cons
// Support Macho Nacho:
► PATREON: patreon.com/MachoNachoProductions
► eBay STORE: ebay.com/usr/machonachovideogamemods
► MERCH: artisticpixels305.com/machonacho
► WEBSITE: macho-nacho.com
► JOIN our DISCORD Community: discord.gg/4c3fCnfdaH
► AMAZON Store For Tools/Supplies I Use (Affiliate): amazon.com/shop/machonachoproductions
// Follow Macho Nacho On Social Media
► Twitter: twitter.com/machonachomedia
► Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/machonachomedia.bsky.social
► Instagram: instagram.com/machonachoproductions
► Facebook: facebook.com/MachoNachoProductions
—--
// SAVE MONEY at these Retro Gaming Stores! (Affiliate Links Below):
► SAVE 10% by using COUPON CODE: TITO on any purchase from RETRO GAME: TITO on any purchase from RETRO GAME REPAIR SHOP here: retrogamerepairshop.com/?ref=6njgx4sufvs
► SAVE 5% by using COUPON CODE: MACHONACHO on any purchase from RETRO MODDING here: bit.ly/39hHnz7
► SAVE 10% by using COUPON CODE: TITO on any purchase from CASTLEMANIA Games here: castlemaniagames.com/?ref=tito
// TOOLS AND GEAR I Use For Video Game Console Modding (Soldering Equipment, Flux,
►All other stuff I use: amazon.com/shop/machonachoproductions
-----
// These stores provide fantastic GEAR and MODS for RETRO CONSOLES! If you use the following links below, I received a small percentage from sales at no cost to you. This is a great, free way to support the channel (Affiliate)!
○ Stone Age Gamer (Flash Carts and other great Retro Tech)
► https://stoneagegamer.com?afmc=MACHONACHO
○ eBay (Second Hand Retro Gaming Gear and More. It’s where I buy a lot of the consoles I mod!)
► ebay.us/NCwNkl
○ Sendico (Proxy Service to bid on Japanese Auctions. I use Sendico to get great deals on Retro Consoles directly from Japan!)
► sendico.com/register/2d5a5cf98826c580535586c73fce0a03e4c6f513
-----
// Intro Music for Retro Renew Series by Matthew McCheskey:
► matthewmccheskey.bandcamp.com
-----
Disclaimer: This video is only for entertainment purposes. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of tools, equipment, or from the information in this video is the sole responsibility of the viewer and is to be used at the discretion of the end user/viewer and not Macho Nacho Productions or Tito Perez. If you are uncertain about any step of the process or feel unsure about your skill level, seek a more authoritative source.
Affiliate Disclosure: I get a small percentage of each sale that uses an affiliate link or coupon code. It’s a great way to help SUPPORT my channel at no cost to you so I can continue to make these videos for all of you, everyone wins! And as always, thank you for your continued support of my channel!
#SteamMachine #PlayStation5 #REDMAGIC11Air
