11 Unbelievably Useful Tips for New PC Gamers

2: Download Steam

You are not a PC gamer until you have downloaded Steam on your PC. Steam is an online gaming platform which is famous for its wide variety of games and its gaming community. It has the biggest library, and you can find most of the PC games on this platform. From DOTA to Grand Theft Auto V, you can find all popular games on Steam. You don’t have to go to the stores and purchase those DVDs anymore.

You can just purchase the game online and can download it directly on your PC. Steam also has an amazing gaming community where you can make friends play multiplayer games, which makes the experience even more fun.

3: Comfort Matters

No matter how much self-control you think you have, when you are playing games on PC, they are so addictive that you will be sitting in the same space for hours. While it is fun to play exciting games that leave you glued to your seat, it is also important that you make your surroundings comfortable.

 Firstly, make sure that you have a comfortable chair that supports your back and hips properly. Then get a desk that is suitable for you and whose height can be adjusted. Also, get protective glasses as well, so you don’t damage your eyes.

4: Keep It Clean

I have seen people who are very careless with their gaming PCs and never clean them. As a result, their PC gets damaged very easily, and they have to take it out for repair several times.

It is highly recommended that you clean your PC regularly to make sure that the dirt is not sticking inside it.  You can also use a blow dryer to clean the dust as it is very simple. 

5: Keep Checking Reddit

If you are not already a Reddit user, then it is time for you to jump on the bandwagon and get a Reddit account. On Reddit, you can find different gaming communities with whom you can talk about games and can learn about important tips and tricks.

You can also find subreddits where you purchase games on sale and can buy coupons. The closed communities like r/gamedeals on Reddit can help you find some awesome deals. So if you have missed a sale on steam, don’t worry, you can always find more discounts on Reddit.

6: Steam Refunds

When a gamer has to purchase a game online, there are so many things that can confuse him. Online games cost a decent amount of money, and if you purchase a game online and find out immediately that it is not to your liking, then it can be very annoying.

This used to be a big problem for people who bought games on Steam before 2015 because if they didn’t like the game, their money was lost. However, Steam realized the problem quickly and added a refund option to game purchases, which made it easier for people to try out more games.

If you don’t like a game, you can ask for a refund from steam and can purchase another one. Just keep in mind if you have played the game for more than 2 hours or you have owned it for more than 30 days, then getting a refund will be quite difficult.

7: Don’t Hesitate to Try New Things 

When I got into gaming, I was mostly into action and first-person shooter games, so I did not pay much attention to other kinds of games and did not think they were worthy of my time.

However, one day I felt like trying something new, and I got a couple of mystery games. It wasn’t until after playing them that I realized how amazing those games were. This sparked a curiosity in me, and then I went on to trying different kinds of games, including lifestyle games, war strategy games, and one on one arcade-style games.

So it is highly recommended that now and then you get a game that is different from what you usually play. Just make sure you read out some reviews or check their gameplay trailer before purchasing them.

8: Explore Mods

One of the biggest perks of having a gaming PC is that you can install mods on it and can turn a game into something entirely new. This is a luxury a lot of console video gamers are not able to enjoy.

If you enjoyed playing a certain game and you feel sad that it has ended, then you can always check the internet for mods. These mods could allow you to add a new storyline to your game, or you can add new characters as well. For example, if you are playing Fallout 4, you can get the latest mods for it and can use all more cool features in your game. 

9: Sell Your Old Games

This is a tip that will come in hand for you when you have already spent a good amount of your time on your gaming pc. If you still prefer to get your games on DVD or Blu-ray, then it is not a bad habit, because you can always sell these games later when you are done with them.

Over time a game may lose its value, but some people are still looking to buy them if they are available cheaply. You can sell three or four of your old games, and in return, you can buy a new one. Some people prefer to keep the collection of all the games they have played in their drawers or shelves, but if you don’t want them to go to waste, selling them is an excellent idea.

10: Install an Extra Fan for Hotter Weather

If you live in a place where the temperature can go very high in summers, then it is recommended that you get an extra cooling fan installed on your PC. When you are enjoying all those high fps games with smoothness, your CPU is putting out a lot of power into it.

The heavier the game is, the more your PC will have to work for it and the hotter it will get. It is very important for a PC gamer to make sure that his or her PC is not overheating. If you feel like your PC is overheating because of the hotter weather, then you must get an extra fan installed in the casing.

If you are experiencing random lags in the game, it can also be an indication that your PC is heating up.

11: Don’t Over Do It 

There is no denying that PC games are fun and a great time pass. In fact, there are a lot of games out there from which we can learn many great lessons and gain more knowledge.

However, even though we all love gaming we should avoid overdoing it. If you are playing games for 8 hours straight then it can damage your health badly. So it is advised that you create a gaming schedule for yourself and stick to it. Don’t play games for too long and monitor your digital wellbeing with the help of apps.