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The Top 8 Gaming Accessories to Get in 2018

The Top 8 Gaming Accessories to Get in 2018

By Doug Gamer on October 18, 2019

It goes without saying that your gaming gear plays a huge role in your gaming experience. It will contribute significantly to your overall skills in addition to making your gaming experience smoother. It could also potentially give you an edge against your competition. For this reason, having the best gaming accessories will definitely boost your gaming experience in this direction. To help you in the search, here is our list of the best gaming accessories.

ASTRO Gaming A50 Wireless Headset

There is no disputing how significant sound is to the gaming experience and getting one of these headsets will cement that. This headset offers deep bass and crisp highs that will enhance your PC games. It also creates an immersive atmosphere that will give you the illusion that you are in the game. Your efficiency in the game will also shoot a tad higher as the improved sounds make it easy to spot your foe. As for the online gamers, the mic that comes alongside will amplify your social experience by enabling you to speak with the teammates.

Xbox One Elite Controller

In recent years, we have seen an evolution in controllers, and the Xbox One Elite Controller is arguably leading the pack. For starters, it is designed to adapt to the size of your hand and playstyle as it has configurations which boost your speed and accuracy. It comes with a variety of thumbsticks and D-pads for your choosing. It also boasts of a hair trigger locks feature which allows you to fire faster while saving time each time you pull the trigger. You can also customize your experience using the app. Check out the review at TechRadar for their insights on Xbox One Elite Controller.

Logitech G29 Racing Wheel

For the car racers, this is a must-have accessory. This racing wheel will give you the illusion that you are truly behind the wheel of a racing car as opposed to when you are using a handheld controller. It has six-speed shifters and a push-down reverse gear that simulates real-life driving experience. And did I mention the steering that boasts of clutch, gas and brake pedals for full throttle? If you love car games, then this is the accessory though it is exclusive to the PS3 and PS4.

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Corsair K55 RGB Gaming Keyboard

Gamers who use gaming keyboards will sing like a bird about the significance of programmable macro keys in ensuring victory. Well, this keyboard has 6 macro keys that are fully-programmable. It also allows you to access your audio directly without a hitch to your game. The tilt adjustment will ensure that you are comfortable during the long play sessions in addition to the wrist rest made of soft rubber. It has dynamic lighting for lighting effects and keys are quiet giving one a satisfying feel.

Razer Naga Epic Gaming Mouse

For the MMO diehard, this mouse is fashioned with you in mind. In fact, it is designed for this genre and is popular for the colorful lighting, wireless capabilities, and incredible performance. Its software is easy to use and the wireless range is great. However, non-MMO players might not fancy it so much. TomsGuide may give the details you need to decide with their review on Razer Naga Epic gaming mouse.

Hori Real Arcade Pro 4 Kai

Fighting game connoisseurs know how important controllers are to the gaming experience. While some prefer a fight pad, others prefer an arcade stick, this arcade stick will do fine for both. It has a high-quality stick with responsive controls, turbo fire as well as useful capabilities that are tailored for the PS4. Though it falls short of cool features compared with other competing sticks, it still enables you to put into place your best fighting moves. PushSquare has a detailed review on the Hori Real Arcade Pro 4 Kai which describes every single detail of this gaming product.

Gamer Gloves EPG

Sweaty hands are some of the hurdles that gamers have to deal with especially marathoner gamers. To counter this is these gamer gloves that will boost your grip of the controller. They have moisture wicking material that will help you maintain your grip of your controller and of course give you an edge over your competitors.

BenQ XL2420G Gaming Monitor

This gaming monitor has features that will improve your gaming experience. It has an adjustable stand that enables you to position the screen however you like and also gives you access to the rear ports. It also has good picture quality, a G-Sync performance that is smooth and the remote control is handy.

Your gaming experience need not be inhibited any more. With these accessories, you will be on your way to gamer stardom.

Red Dead Redemption 2 Review: The Game of This Era

Red Dead Redemption 2 Review: The Game of This Era

By Doug Gamer on November 8, 2018

The video game industry has never failed to surprise its consumer’s demands. Whether it was the first commercial video game launched in the early 1970’s or the latest technologically advanced games like Red Dead Redemption 2, Spider-Man, Battlefield V, God of War, the list just goes on and on – video games have even redefined the theory of VR (virtual reality).

Red Dead Redemption 2 Game Review

It may sound diabolical, but it is certainly a game worth getting excited about. Created by the developers of Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption, this game is an interpreted simulation of America’s revengeful heartland. The storyline encompasses the American life of 1899s and involves two gangs – Arthur Morgan and the other Van der Linde. Stealing, robbing, gun fires, legendary cowboys – the player must engage in a thrilling journey to seek victory. Arthur Morgan – a compassionate gang leader, struggles to uncover a truth behind a mysterious sequence of events. During this game of hide-and-seek to reveal the unfathomable death of a fellowman, Arthur has to not only fight another gang of Van der Linde but also has a task to instill trust in his men and women of the gang.

Why is Red Dead Redemption 2 Game Interesting to Play?

1. The technology used in this game brings life to each character, the environment, as well as the constructions displayed in the game. They are so real! It is absolutely a level up of its predecessor. Red Dead Redemption 2 also surpasses expectations for people who have been playing Grand Theft Auto 5.

2. Besides providing the most interactive virtual world game, Red Dead Redemption 2 offers the player with a chance to flatter or appease anyone literally in the game.

3. Unlike the predecessor, Red Dead Redemption 2 attempts to create a life-like experience, makes the player enjoy the game more. For example, before you fire a bullet, you have to holster the weapon.

4. The creators have created the storyline to pass on certain learnings to the player. The main character – Arthur Morgan is a well-dressed and well-behaved guy and maintains a friendly appearance even though he is a gang leader. It teaches us that it doesn’t matter what business you are in, your outer appearance must be neat.

Bad Points in Red Dead Redemption 2

1. The overall storyline is quite discouraging and has a dragging end.

2. The protagonist of the game – Arthur Morgan, is not shown as a young, and tireless chap. He is quite sluggish in his movement, and this also slows down the performance of the player.

3. The players do get access to an orderly and uncluttered weapon inventory, however picking up the
right firearm when needed is not always a well-planned structure in the game.

To summarize it all, Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of the most desired games of this season. With a well-structured storyline, a take on the Western lands of America, a tale for all generations, this game can certainly meet the expectations of a gamer. Buy now on PlayStation Store for PS4 or Xbox One on Xbox Store.

Review Score:
9/10

Best PlayStation 4 Family Games: Top 8 Games You Must Play On PS4

Best PlayStation 4 Family Games: Top 8 Games You Must Play On PS4

By Doug Gamer on November 8, 2018

Although the majority of flagship titles are geared towards teenagers and adults, such as first-person shooters and RPGs, there are a lot of hidden gems you can play with your family on your PlayStation 4. These are games wherein you can have a family-friendly activity on your day offs and holidays.

Rayman Legends

Through years, Rayman has been a well-known childhood favorite game. Even though it looks quirky and cartoonish, this legend is an art of its own. The hand-drawn art emphasizes the immense 2D action, and of course, an awesome soundtrack to go with it. With co-op play with over 120 levels and rhythm-based challenges, you can play with your kid or your significant other.

Journey

With stunning visuals and an amazing soundtrack, this game will capture any child’s or adult’s attention. In this adventure, you play a silent protagonist with a red-hooded figure, and you start a journey that involves walking, flying, and sledding through various scenarios in a very cinematic trend. As you go through this journey, you might just get emotional in every step towards the end.

Overcooked 1 & 2

Do you remember the days when you used to play Cooking Mama and Diner Dash? Overcooked combines the fun and the crazy in this cooking game. The game lets you play with up to 4 players to cook a meal in the kitchen. You can play chef, but if you don’t have teamwork, anything that can go wrong will go wrong.

Ratchet and Clank

Have you seen the Ratchet and Clank movie? If yes, then forget it. Just play the game, and you will have a blast with it and make you forget its movie counterpart. When Ratchet and Clank was released for the PlayStation 2, it climbed its way to the hearts of gamers with their charming characters and great action and design. Now with enhanced graphics in the PlayStation 4, Ratchet and Clank have new gadgets and weapons to play with. This game is fun for both new players and old fans.

Lego Dimensions

You can see legos everywhere. Now, you can also play it on lots of gaming consoles. You can now play everyone’s favorite building blocks on the PlayStation 4. With the Starter Pack, you can have a gateway to build, Gandalf, Batman, and Wyldstyle minifigures. You can also buy additional packs for stories based on films like Back to the Future, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and The Simpsons. Just like the original building blocks, its game counterpart is just as limitless.

LittleBigPlanet 3

With cute characters and no given objective, you can play lots of hours with your family with this game of unlimited possibilities. While the majority of the game involves solving puzzles, you can also create your own characters, levels, objects, and try them out. They also give you the option to share them with your friends and other players online. From their previous titles, they have included new characters other than Sackboy. Another plus is if you own both of the previous installments, you can use its downloadable contents (DLCs) in the game.

Minecraft

Whether you’re a kid or an adult, you’ve heard of this game. It may be from your gaming community or your child; this game has become popular in just a few years of its initial release. In this game, you can build your own world through pixelated objects. If you get bored of playing by yourself, you can call your family to help create your world, or to make things more exciting, you can play Survival Mode to take out the Creepers.

Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy

Do you remember playing this game as a kid? Now, how do you feel like playing it again in a remastered version, which means high-definition graphics and sounds, on the PlayStation 4? While this is remastered for the modern system, it’s still the same game with additional difficulties, which will have you and your family up to those challenges. There is a new character, new time trials, and new leaderboards, so there are more ways you can enjoy this version.

From childhood favorite to new games, the PlayStation 4 offers a lot of family-friendly games you can play for any age. If you own any of these games, then you’ll be sure to have a great night with your family, even with your friends. If you own Sony’s console, then you can bring the whole family together for a fun-filled game night.

3 Reasons We’re Excited About Red Dead Redemption 2

3 Reasons We’re Excited About Red Dead Redemption 2

By Doug Gamer on October 20, 2018

Get ready for your old, rusty revolver, as we prepare for the upcoming sequel to the old-fashioned Western open-world Red Dead Redemption. Whether it’s about a game coming from the popular publisher Rockstar Games or a sequel everyone has been waiting for years since PS3 era, there are plenty of reasons to be excited and hyped for!

Here are the reasons we’re excited about Red Dead Redemption 2

It has the biggest open world map

One thing we’re really excited about Red Dead Redemption 2 is not the new stunning graphics nor the new gameplay mechanics – It’s its map. From what Rockstar Games claims, Red Dead Redemption 2 has the biggest open world in the gaming history!

It’s an old Western open-world game

It’s been years since we haven’t seen a game that brings you back to a time where nature and lawless bandits existed. Well, Rockstar Games is going to release for everyone on October 26th

Why? It’s because of Rockstar Games!

Rockstar Games is one of the best video game publishers (or maybe should I say the best publisher?) in gaming history. Since Grand Theft Auto made its debut in 1997, there’s no a single gamer hasn’t heard of the name Rockstar.

These are the top three reasons we’re hyped for. If you still haven’t made a pre-order for this game yet, we urge you to do soon for these three reasons. If we still can’t convince you with these, the reviews will be out soon, and when they’re out, they will be listed here.

Here’s an awesome launch trailer released a few days ago