The present invention provides a cockpit (10) having a display system and user interface for an interactive computer system. The cockpit has improved space efficiency, sparse, but strong, frame construction, ergonomic design, personalized nameplate, easy maintenance access, high quality directional sound, and infinity optics. The cockpit seats a single user and is enclosed to permit user immersion in the interactive computer experience. The cockpits may be networked to permit more than one user to access the simulation environment at one time. The infinity optics make the player feel immersed in the simulation environment yet allow for a reduced cockpit footprint. A plurality of display monitors configured as controls provides substantial information to and from the player, thus maximizing the communication interface between the player and the computer. The design of the display monitors and associated buttons allow flexibility in system modification, but with minimum effort.