• Video gaming on computers requires various pieces of equipment to be a truly enjoyable experience.computer image by fotografiche.eu from Fotolia.com
  
  Video gaming is a popular past time for many individuals. With a long list of gaming options for PC users and the ability to interact with numerous players at once, video gaming on personal computers holds an important place in the industry. To get the most out of the gaming experience, PC users will need various forms of equipment.
  
  

Video Games

• Video games for the personal computer come in a wide variety of titles and genres. Players can choose from fighting, action, role-playing and sports games to play on their home computer. Popular game titles include the World of Warcraft series, which is a massive multiplayer online game with more than 10 million monthly subscribers. FIFA Soccer 11 is the newest incarnation of the FIFA soccer series. Players will be able to challenge each other using teams and players from numerous teams across the world. The Call of Duty series is a first-person shooting game in which players take the role of special ops soldiers and battle each other in various situations. The latest release in the series, Call of Duty: Black Ops, features a list of new additions.
  
  

Internet Connection

• While you can play a majority of video games for person computers without an Internet connection, you will need to have one established to experience multiplayer gaming. Multiplayer gaming allows for large groups of friends or strangers to play together at one time. For example, in World of Warcraft you will be able to interact with hundreds of players at a time during the adventure. High-speed Internet connections will allow you to play your games without significant lag time or being knocked offline due to interference. Check with your local cable provider for more information on the type of Internet services provided. Some companies offer special programs for frequent gamers.
  
  

Controllers

• Playing video games on personal computers can be difficult if you do not have the correct input devices. Different types of games require you to play with different forms of equipment. For example, if you are playing a shooting game such as Call of Duty, you would want to use a controller found with most gaming consoles. This will allow you to react quickly and respond faster to the action. However, if you are playing a strategy game such as Star Craft 2, using a keyboard would work better. The keyboard will help you control your units and set up shortcuts for frequently used commands. Gaming stores such as Gamestop or Cyber Snipa have the proper equipment to fit your needs for gaming on your personal computer.