Gaming Galore: Stepping Into The Vista Of Video Games

We all love a video game – but gaming ends up as nothing but a frustration if you haven’t got the right setup, and for newbies, that’s a whole “game” in itself… often not a very fun one, especially if you try to go at it with no guide or walkthrough. Fortunately, that’s what we’ve got here for you. A guide to getting going. In it, we’re going to figure out what you need for the different tiers of gaming so you can have a great time – not an anger-fest of frustration when everything lags, and you die because of rubber-banding.

The right setup is utterly crucial for the ultimate gaming experience (and the wrong one is a dealbreaker), but how do you get there? Well, not to worry; we’re going to walk you through, step by step.

Decide On Your Gaming Goals

First up, what kind of gaming are you looking to do? If you’ve got your sights set on the likes of Solitaire, you probably don’t need to worry too much – you can jump into that from pretty much any beat-up old laptop or phone. For most of us, though, we’re looking a bit more immersive, and that means turning to the spec charts and figuring out the complexities of modern computing. Sure, it’s a bit tricky at points, but take the right approach and you’ll soon have a setup that runs as smooth as butter.

Basic Gaming Setup

Let’s say you’re just… dabbling. You’re interested, you want to try your hand at a few titles, but you’re not yet ready to plunge into full gamer mode. You also don’t fancy the prices you’re seeing for the really high-end gaming gear.

Don’t worry; you can get a decent setup for surprisingly little – especially if you’re prepared to go second-hand. But what will that cover?

Well, as we stated above, you can use a basic setup for most browser games and low-end options like Among Us, Old School Runescape, and Terraria. That means you’ve got a few options, and you shouldn’t dismiss them – the browser games alone can represent quite a hefty amount of choice!

After all, on a browser, you’ve got things like digital casinos, with a whole array of games set up and waiting to be played. Before you start thinking “Yeah, but I don’t want to start out by spending money before I know if I like it,” it’s worth being aware that you can often find an online casino sign up bonus that’ll let you get a taste of several games before you plunge in. Sure, check the T&Cs beforehand so you know the truth, but this can be a great way to try out a whole selection of games without needing a high-end machine. Most even have apps so you can play from a mobile or tablet device – a great win if you’ve already got one and you’re trying not to spend a lot at the moment.

Check out things like poker, blackjack, roulette, and tons of others – it’s a great way to enjoy a bit of gaming without buying more gear. If a casino’s not your cup of tea, try some of the other browser games, like Fallen London or Townscaper. Easy fun, and no need for the posh PC!

Edging Up The Bar

When we get into more serious gaming like Minecraft and the like, though, you’re going to have to gear up a notch or two, or you’re just not going to have fun. Nobody enjoys video games that lag and struggle and feel like they’re going to keel over at any moment. You’ve really got to have the equipment to do the job.

So, what do you need for the bigger games? Well, if you’re trying to do something like build cool houses in Minecraft, you need at least an Intel i7-6500U or an AMD A8-6600K processor. We’re also looking at a minimum of 8GB of RAM, and a decent graphics card. Some sources do say you can play Minecraft with a decent i5 processor, but you may find the game’s a bit slow and jumpy if you try to play it at full power. Drop the resolution or try messing with other graphic settings like Fancy Graphics, Fancy Bubbles, Beautiful Skies, and more. Dropping the render distance could help too.

And for other games, an i7 (or its equivalent) is a pretty solid bet for the most part, giving you good gaming power for a whole range of titles. It’ll cover most of the titles with power to spare, so long as you’ve also got a decent chunk of RAM, but if you’ve got money in the budget, an i9 wouldn’t hurt and will last going forward for quite some time yet – so might appeal as an alternative! Check out second-hand markets if you’re looking to get one for a lower price.