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1. Download Steam
In many people’s eyes, You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. is the best way to play video games. It is a digital distribution platform that ensures you always get everything as soon as it comes out. Steam keeps all of your software, automatically updates your games, has community features such as groups, instant messaging and in-game voice chat to name a few.

2. Always check Reddit
If you missed a Steam sale or you are just looking for some excellent PC game deals, you should always check out You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. There are always some awesome CD-key deals as well as discounts from various sites you might not have found otherwise.



3. Don’t rush into buying a game
If you don’t absolutely need to play a game right now, you should wait for Steam sales (for example the You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) are an excellent way to get games even if you are broke; but watch out, there are some terrible games on Steam you should You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..

4. Use the Refund option
Earlier this year Steam introduced a new feature called “You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.”. If you are unhappy with a game or it does not perform well on your PC (for example You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.). Please keep in mind that if you play a game for more than two hours (or request a refund after 30 days), it is much harder to get a refund, so check it out and request a refund if it’s not the game for you.

5. Broaden your horizons
PC gamers aren’t just stuck with Steam when it comes to amazing deals and purchasing your games online. For example, You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. (owned by CD Projekt who also owns CD Projekt RED, the makers of You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) is one of the best sites out there, selling DRM free games.



6. Grab a bundle
Online Bundle stores are also an excellent way to grab games at a discount. For example, sites like You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. (you also help a charity by purchasing from this store) and You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. sell games in bulk and sometimes have some excellent deals to explore.

7. Clean PC, happy gaming
To keep your PC running at its maximum potential (and low heat), you have to keep your PC’s “insides” clean from dust, hair and anything else that could have gotten into your case. The best way to keep your PC clean is to blow the dirt out with a can of compressed air. Don’t use a vacuum as it creates static and don’t blow on your PC’s components with your mouth, as your breath contains moisture.

8. Don’t bother with a Steam Controller
The You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. “might look futuristic and cool, but it is not as effective as you might think it is”, even though it is You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. For games you want to use a controller on, rather use the Xbox One or PS4 controller.



9. Nvidia GPU user experience
If you are running an Nvidia graphics card, go to their website and download the You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. The software will keep your GPU’s drivers up to date at all times. You can also optimize individual games within the software so that your games can run at the optimal graphics setting for your GPU.

10. Get up from time to time
Playing games on your PC is glorious and enthralling to say the least. However, you should always remember to get up and move around from time to time. “It is legitimately unhealthy to sit for long periods of time without moving your body. It can result in heart disease and even limbs that don’t function properly due to blood circulation loss”.

11. Play with your settings
Regardless of which hardware you use, for example AMD or Nvidia GPU’s, don’t be afraid to play around with your in-game settings to get the best possible performance out of your hardware.



12. Install mods
Some games are just better on the PC due to high quality mods and a brilliant You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. For example, You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. by the day with new mods you can use to add You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. to the game or even You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. Read my colleague You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.’ article posted earlier today entitled “You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.”.

13. Get yourself a gaming mouse
A decent mouse will reduce input latency so your actions will register faster. It might not be that important for a single-player game, but for multiplayer games such as CS:GO where success or failure rests heavily on twitch reactions, a good gaming mouse will make all the difference. Further, you “should always disable the Mouse Acceleration” option in the game you are playing.



14. Open your mind to different genres
You will notice that PC games span a wider variety than consoles. For example, You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. and strategy games which are almost exclusively on the PC. The reason being that a mouse and a keyboard is just so much better when it comes to these two genres. Don’t be afraid to check out a genre you are unfamiliar with, it might just become your new favorite game type to play.

15. Check out Twitch.tv
It can be a lot of fun just watching professional eSports players or gaming personalities play on You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. However, you can also stream your gameplay sessions yourself, which can be pretty satisfying as viewers can comment and give you feedback. If you do manage to get a lot of followers, you can also make a large sum of money just by playing games! For our local audience, I would also suggest You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..

16. Don’t bother with “gamebooster apps”
Actually, stay away from them altogether. For one, they don’t work. You can do more by just using your windows task manager and “ending” some unnecessary processes that take up a lot of resources. “In some cases, gamebooster apps can even get you banned from Steam, as they can be interpreted as a hostile program”.

17. PC Exclusives
There is always a lot of talk surrounding exclusives when an argument arises about which console is best. You should know that PC gaming also has a plethora of exclusive titles, for example Dota 2, World of Warcraft and League of Legends, played by millions of gamers worldwide.

18. Watch out for the ports
Some PC gamers detest console ports and rightly so. Some ports are well done (check Steam reviews before buying) while others make the news as some of the You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now., for example the You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..



19. Groups and message board
I mentioned earlier that Steam has great community features such as groups. Use those groups and message boards to find more people to play with and friends to share your experiences with. Not only will you become part of a game’s community, but you can also find guides to help you through difficult aspects of a specific game. For our local readers, check out our article entitled: “You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.

20. PC gaming isn’t all that expensive
One argument that comes up a lot from console gamers is that PC gaming is very expensive. Yes, it is true that you can spend a lot of money on a gaming rig, for example a GTX 980 Ti will set you back around R15,000. However, you do not need a GPU like that to enjoy games on the PC, as You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. “You can spend around the same amount of money (as a console would cost) on building a PC that is better than a console.”

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