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How Expensive Does Your PC Need to Be?

Softonic Editorial Team

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PC gaming has become a part of gaming culture over the past few decades, but many new gamers are wondering whether they need an expensive PC to run the latest games. The honest truth? Yes, you are going to have to put in some money if you really want to have the absolute best PC gaming experience; however, there are ways to still enjoy PC games without spending a fortune.

What About the Specs?

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How Expensive Does Your PC Need to Be?

Because technology changes on a virtually daily basis, it would be unfair to provide specifics regarding what graphics cards and peripherals you would need to get the best PC gaming experience. With that stated, you can always rely on brands like Alienware to offer the latest in PC gaming technology. Alienware is one of the most popular and time-tested brands of premium gaming PCs, and although the company offers some expensive, high-end models, there are some less expensive options that can meet your needs.

What Do You Really Need?

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Speaking of needs, it’s important to really think about what you’re wanting to play. If you’re a casual gamer who doesn’t require the highest-quality graphics, then you may not need to spend a lot for a gaming PC. In fact, your current PC might be just fine by simply swapping out your graphics card for a more powerful one. Then again, some modern games require so much processing power that even adding a new graphics card might not be enough. Before purchasing any PC game, take a look at its requirements and recommended specs to make sure it will run properly on your PC.

Adjust Your Settings

You can also adjust most games’ settings in order to get an optimal experience without breaking the bank. Once you start playing a game, go into its settings menu and look for things you can change. Most games allow you to change things like aliasing, which determines how smooth lines and textures are, in order to improve or reduce quality.

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High-end gaming PCs can handle maximum settings, but if you have a lower-tier gaming PC, you can simply adjust your settings and still enjoy the experience. While the graphics may not be as sharp and crisp, even the lowest settings of most modern PC games will still look amazing.

Want to see some of the latest in amazing PC gaming? Check out Dark Souls 3!

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