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December 6, 2022 · Buy Games

Discount Shopping For Gaming Supplies

There is no denying it, gaming is an expensive hobby for anyone to get into. Every gaming platform and the game itself and extremely expensive. Discount shopping is going to be extremely beneficial for those who enjoy this but simply do not have the funds. So, let’s help you find the best discounts.

We find that shopping online is the best way to find discounts when shopping for anything. You are able to easily search for what you are after and shop around. Most of the time, google will show you stores that have the product you are after and display the price. Allowing you to find the product at the lowest price possible.

You should also wait for the major sales at different times of the year. This includes black Friday sales, new year sales and summer sales. All of these are the best time to purchase any expensive items that you want.

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October 6, 2022 · Buy Games

Purchasing Games From The Online Store

Every recent console now comes with an online store. This is supposedly the best way to purchase games for your console. There are some benefits of purchasing games through their online store. The main benefit being you do not need to worry about storage, they will all be stored directly on your console and personal account. This is also more appealing in the sense that you get your games quicker. You don’t need to head to a store, purchase the game and wait for it to download. You will only have the download time to wait. However, when purchasing from the online store you are stuck with it forever. Unlike when you buy a disc, you can’t sell an online download. You cant make anything back from the game once you are done playing on it. So decide what is going to be worthwhile. Do you want the option to sell the game when you’re done or are storage issues more important to you?

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June 27, 2022 · Gaming

Online PC Games We Love

PC Gaming is rising once `gain, with many people choosing to invest in a high-quality gaming PC for gaming and day-to-day jobs as this will help you save money by not purchasing a console. But, what are our top two favourite online PC games to play with friends?

Fortnite 
A top-rated online game that you can play on both PC and console is Fortnite. This is a game that requires skill but is still extremely fun for people of all ages. With the online platform making a great place to build friendships with others who enjoy this game.

Among Us
Another trendy online game that is available on PC is Among Us. This is another game that you play on an online server with people from across the world. A game that is super easy to grasp the controls for and enjoy playing with your friends and strangers.

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March 22, 2022 · Nintendo

Nintendo Switch Games We Love

Nintendo has a wide variety of games to offer, but no one is going to be able to afford to purchase them all or have time to play them all. So, let us share with you some of our favourites.

Mario Kart – A classic Nintendo game that has been loved and enjoyed by many families for years. A game that allows you to be competitive with your family or strangers. You can even just play for fun with no skill necessary.

Ring Fit Adventure – This is another game that we enjoy. A game that combines fitness with fun. Completing a range of tasks and activities that are going to keep you fit whilst having fun. This is perfect for those who want to improve their fitness but don’t like the idea of going to the gym.

The War of Mine – Finally, our all-time favourite strategy game. A game that requires skill, concentration and time. An enjoyable game that you will be sure to enjoy gritting your teeth into.

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January 4, 2022 · Gaming, Nintendo

Nintendo Switch – Perfect Console For Families

The Nintendo Switch is one of the many consoles that are currently available for purchase at game stores and most major retail stores. And we believe this is the best console for families!

One of the main reasons why we believe the Nintendo Switch is the perfect console for families is due to how it works. This is a console that can be used in many different ways. You can have it connected to your television for a large screenplay either single-player or multiplayer. You can also use the small screen as a stand-up screen for again single-player or multiplayer gameplay. But finally, you can use the switch as a handheld console without needing to purchase a whole new console, just put on the controllers for a single player handheld console.

Another reason why families will love this console is the range of games. There are many more family-related multiplayer games that you can play on the Nintendo switch than any other console.

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December 8, 2021 · Gaming

Nintendo Consoles Over Time

Nintendo, a gaming brand that has been around for over 30 years. Offering us many years of gaming entertainment. Making this the perfect brand to look at to see how gaming has changed over time.

One of the main changes we can see is quality. When you look back on gaming you can see that the video quality is not as good as it is today. Our graphics today are of higher quality offer a nicer gaming experience.

Another change we can notice is console size. We have gone from larger consoles to smaller ones that can be easily transported, to today’s main console the Nintendo Switch that has many uses, with being able to use it as a handheld device as well as connected to your television.

Finally, the gaming cartridges have become much smaller, at some points non-existent. We no longer need storage for gaming cartridges, you can download these directly to your account.

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October 14, 2021 · Gaming

Equipment Needed For PC Gaming

PC gaming is one of the most popular ways to play online games competitively with friends and as a hobby. But, when gaming on a PC starting up is not as simple as console gaming. So, today we are going to share with you what equipment you need for PC gaming.

So, what equipment is needed for PC Gaming?

First and foremost you will need a PC. This is the general piece of equipment that will allow the games to run. This is the hard drive that will be running your games. You need to ensure you choose a good quality hard drive so it can run your games effectively as well as store them all with no issues.

You will also need a monitor. This is another name for the screen on which you will be playing the games. You want to ensure you purchase a high-quality screen that will be able to provide excellent graphics. This way your gaming experience will be high and the most enjoyable.

When gaming on a PC you will also need a mouse. The general mice that come with computers are not the best for gaming. You will want to purchase a specialised gaming mouse that has different speeds and extra buttons. This will allow you to become a pro PC gamer.

Finally, you may wish to invest in a gaming headset. This is good if you wish to play games online and want to be able to talk to people. This is also handy if you are living with a family who do not desire to hear your games, as this will remove the sounds of them.

These are just a few of the different pieces of equipment that you will need to be able to play games on the PC. It will take some investment, but if PC gaming is for you, it will be worth it.

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August 9, 2021 · Gaming

Console or PC Gaming

This is a huge debate within the gaming community, whether you should play games on the PC or Console. But the truth is, it is a debate that truly doesn’t need to be had.

Both console gaming and PC gaming come with their own benefits and disadvantages. Meaning that neither one is truly better than the other. It all comes down to personal opinion and what you believe will work best for you.

Some people will prefer console gaming. They will prefer the feeling of using a certain brands controller to play their games. They will prefer the quality and playing on the big screen. They may even prefer the feeling of putting a disc into a console and having all the games they own on display in cases.

But on the contrast, some people will prefer PC gaming. They may prefer that you can upgrade your PC to make excellent gaming quality. Some may prefer the feeling of playing games with a mouse and keyboard. Some people may prefer playing games on smaller or multiple screens compared to one large screen.

So, at the end of the day, it comes down to what you personally prefer. It comes down to our own personal preferences. There isn’t a PC or console that is truly better when looking at the facts. They both have their benefits, they both have their disadvantages. It does come down to your own preference.

So, we need to stop comparing. Stop making people feel bad when they choose an option that is different to their own preference. It entirely depends on you. There is no right answer, so let’s stop this truly unnecessary debate. Let’s go back to joining together over the passion we all have that is the same, our love for gaming no matter what kind.

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July 6, 2021 · Gaming

Windows 11 and The Impact on Gaming

Windows 11, the most recent update for all Windows computers. An update that people have been discussing in every aspect, from their general working life, hackers, and even background running. But, one aspect that isn’t being discussed as much is the impact this will have on the PC gaming community!

Windows 11, like every other update, has been created to make the running of our PCs even more effective. This can bring some amazing benefits to those who are PC gamers. You will be likely to experience faster gaming. With loading times being decreased, lagging being less common. As long as you have a good internet connection, your gaming experience will have been improved.

You may also find that the graphics on your favourite games have been improved with the Windows 11 update. The graphics will be cleaner and sharper, making for a completely different gaming experience. PC gamers will enjoy the new Windows 11 update and should update their PC as soon as possible.

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June 6, 2021 · Gaming

Can Gaming Cause Arthritis?

Gaming, a hobby that all of us following this blog have grown to love, or someone we love has grown to enjoy. Now, you will likely be wondering if gaming can cause you any issues, with one of the most common being arthritis. So, can gaming cause arthritis?

It is a fact that gaming can cause arthritis in your hands, finger and thumb joints. This is down to the consistent movement in these parts of your body. The increased amount of strain that is placed on these joints is what causes the arthritis.

When gaming, you are likely to be committed. You are likely to want to play games for hours on end until you complete your goal. With some games being more difficult than others this can result in hours, potentially even a whole day of gaming. This is a lot of pressure on your joints, with them being in one position completing the same movements repetitively.

How can you reduce your risk of arthritis? 

After finding ut gaming can cause arthritis, you likely want to know how you can reduce your risk.

One of the best ways that you can reduce your risk of arthritis is by taking regular breaks. This gives your fingers and joints time to rest and remove themselves from the same continuous position.

You should also consider stretching your fingers before, during and after any gaming sessions. This helps to stretch out the joints in your fingers, helping them to be more relaxed and cause less strain. This is why you will generally see people cracking their knuckles before and during gameplay.

Gaming will cause aches and pains in your joints. Whilst it will take a while for it to become major arthritis if you do not do things to help reduce the risk you are likely to suffer from it in the future.

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May 7, 2021 · Gaming

Wired or Wireless Controllers?

As the years have passed, we have seen a high volume of wireless controllers being used, but are these always the best choice?

With wireless controllers, the main benefit is that you are not restricted by a wire. You will be able to sit where you want to play your games without the wire restricting how far away you can go.

However, when comparing the two, we find that wired chargers are generally best. The main aspect you want to consider with your controller is their power and charge. With wireless controllers, they need to be able to hold their charge. Whilst most of them can, you will find that there will come a point that you need to stop playing to charge your controller. This does not occur with wired controllers as they are always plugged in, making these the better option for hardcore gamers like ourselves.

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April 12, 2021 · Buy Games

Where Can I Buy Games From In 2021?

So far, 2021 has been a fairly strange year. With shops continuing to be closed (finally opening up today), meaning we have had to look for alternatives with all of our shopping habits. This includes where we purchase our much-loved games from. Let’s have a look at some of the places where we can purchase games in 2021.

Of course, the most commonplace to purchase games from is in-store retailers. These include gaming shops and larger supermarkets where games can be found. These are a good place to buy games from if you are wanting to purchase them new.

Another popular place to purchase new games is online retailers. These are generally the same as the store retailers but an online version. This means you do not need to leave your home and can have them delivered directly to you.

However, if you wish to save yourself some money, it is possible for you to purchase preowned games for a lower price.

There are many online gaming retailers that focus on the sale of preowned games. Offering you these preowned games online at a fraction of the cost of new games. With them being able to send these straight to your home. The benefit of purchasing from these places is that they are guaranteed to be working.

Another option for purchasing preowned games is online market places such as eBay or Facebook. These places offer you these games at even lower prices, sometimes pence. The only issue with this is that the games may not work, but this is the risk you take when purchasing games for low-end prices.

Purchasing games preowned is an easy way to save you some money if you arent so bothered about it being brand new. There are always some risks with this option, but it will help you to save money in the long run.

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