5 Things Every Gamer Needs

The world of the gamer is tough, we know that, we understand the constant struggle to beat the worldwide high score, the desperation to obtain that ultra-rare sword. That's why we, at The Control Room, have put together a list of 10 things every gamer needs to survive those long nights spent blasting zombies and handing in quests. From PC gamer to XBOX fanatic, we have what you've been looking for.

1. A gaming platform.

Yes, if you want to play video games you're going to need something to play them on. It all depends on what you want - here are some platforms that we suggest.


XBOX 360

PS3

Wii

Or, for you PC gamers you have the harder choice of which laptop/desktop to choose. Personally, I like the feel and power of an Alienware, but you might prefer something else.

2. Games

You should always have a good selection of games to play during the night - you might feel like switching games after a few hours and a decent variety is always good to have. In an evening I like to have something  like this - how about you?

3. A comfy place to sit.

This is incredibly important. Being comfortable allows for better gameplay. A hard wood floor when playing consoles is not comfortable, trust me, and can really damage my aim in shooter games. A nice cushy chair in front of the PC or a nice fluff;y couch can really help you relax and get into the game.

I want this chair so bad...

4. Food, drink and lots of it.

You're pulling an all nighter to complete that all important raid or finally finish the level that's been driving you crazy for weeks - or maybe you're just battling your friends. Either way, you're going to need energy to help you stay alert and ready for action. Before starting a long gaming session we suggest running to the store and picking up loads of snacks.

You'll go through at least 10 of these plus soda.

5. To enjoy the game.

It may sound cheesy, but there is nothing worse than sitting down to play a game and getting stressed over certain levels. Make sure to stay relaxed and just take the game as it comes. If you have to try a certain part again, then don't worry - it's all experience in the end.

So there you have it - 5 basic things that every gamer needs to enjoy themselves. If you have friends to play with then drag them over to you place or challenge them to PvP style or co-op battles online. The possibilities are endless.

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