Long gone are the days when computers in general and computer games in particular were the lot of a select few out of this world. For several years now, the virtual reality has been brighter and more attractive than the real one. At least gamers are quite sure of this. But who are they, how do they differ from ordinary people, and what needs to be done in order to say with confidence: "I am a gamer"?
Instructions
Step 1
Decide what exactly you will play. Whether it is a military or economic strategy, first person shooter, role-playing game, racing or simulator - it's up to you. Some gamers are closer to managing large squads, others are attracted exclusively to independent actions.
Step 2
Another significant choice is multiplayer or solo play. In the first case, you will fight for victory with other players, and in the second, your only opponent will be the computer. Naturally, it is much easier to win a program than a real person, however, there will be less joy from such a win. In addition, the social component of multiplayer games is of great importance: in clans, guilds, corporations that unite players, many find not only partners to complete difficult tasks, but also new friends.
Step 3
After choosing the genre of the game and deciding whether you want to play alone or in a team, you need to find the game (or several games) from which you will get the most out of it. If you have never played anything, the diversity of the market can be quite confusing. Numerous ratings and reviews will come to the rescue, having studied which, you can find what suits you. Video reviews, in addition, will give you an idea of the gameplay: you will not see beautiful enticing trailers, but the game itself with all its advantages and disadvantages.
Step 4
Once you've found your game, take the time to read the beginner's guide. As a rule, all more or less popular games are accompanied by many third-party resources, where you can not only learn about the first steps in the game world, but also learn all the subtleties and tricks of the gameplay.
Step 5
The world of computer games is changing dynamically, and what was at the peak of popularity today may not be interesting to anyone in a year, which means that you will have to start all over again. Therefore, choose long-lived projects.
Step 6
Follow both the official website of the game you have chosen and third-party resources - often, it is on them that information appears that radically changes the entire gameplay. Subscribe to experienced players' Youtube channels, this will allow you to quickly learn about new training videos.
Step 7
If you are going to become a gamer, that is, almost a professional player, you will have to read many thematic forums, watch tutorial videos and practice a lot to stand out from the crowd of ordinary players "for fun." Unlike them, for a gamer or cybersportsman, the game is not a rest, but the meaning of life, a source of money, a means of self-realization, so be ready to give the game as much time and energy as possible.
