Get Cutting-Edge Gaming Performance with the Newest Peripherals

Gaming on the computer is fun, and a lot of gamers prefer it to console gaming, however, the money you can invest in computer parts, games, and peripherals is much higher than you will ever invest into a console. Likewise, there are many other things you can do with a computer outside of gaming that adds value to the items you've purchased. Anyways, on to the peripherals.

Gaming peripherals will help you in many ways while playing the game. For one, without them, 99% of games are not playable. When I say peripherals, I am referring to the external components of your computer - the input devices. These are usually just the keyboard, mouse, speakers, headset, and other gaming controllers. Of course there are other peripherals, but not that apply to gaming.

Keyboard
Most games require heavy use of the keyboard. From World of Warcraft (mmorpg) to Battlefield: Bad Company 2 (First person shooter), the keyboard is almost always in heavy use. Why buy a 6 dollar keyboard that not only will not last beyond a month, but has terrible feedback and ease of use? I prefer to get the more high-tech gaming keyboards. Both Razer and Logitech, as well as Steelseries make several products that are proven to increase gameplay ability. I personally use the Razer Lycosa, and while there are other keyboards out there, I personally use this one for ease of use. Typing, pressing buttons, and response time are all amazing. The backlighting feature is also helpful, not to mention attractive. The Logitech G510 is probably the best gaming keyboard that Logitech makes, and it is feature-packed, probably more-so than my keyboard, but there is a price to match. The G510 is awesome in all of the same ways that the Lycosa is, but there are a few additional features as well. For one, you can change the color of the key backlighting. Also, there is an Intel panel at the top of the keyboard that can display ammo, gold, or other stats of your choosing. I am not such a huge fan of steelseries gaming products, but there are many who support them. I would recommend looking them up elsewhere if you are interested in purchasing or researching Steelseries products.

Mouse
In my opinion, Razer dominates the mouse industry for gaming devices. Even people who are fans of Logitech keyboards and other gaming gear will often go with a Razer mouse. They have incredible sensitively (as well as sensitivity adjustment), and are practically guaranteed to last for life. They range in DPI, from 3500-5600, which are all very high. There are no mice on the market currently that are more responsive. Razer also makes mice with extra buttons, which are completely customizable. The Razer Naga features over 10 additional buttons on the side, made for players of role-playing games, especially ones like World of Warcraft. I personally use and swear by the Imperator. The Imperator is a great mouse, and is awesome for the price. I have yet to have any problems with it. The next step up would be the Mamba, which is the Imperator in essence, with the ability to go wireless as well. There are also many mice that come out in feature of other products. For example, the WoW Cataclysm mouse, or the Tron Legacy mouse and pad.

Headset
The last of the most important gaming peripherals, the one that controls your ability to hear and listen to your team. Headsets, and the ability to communicate, are both very important in nearly every game that is played on the Internet today. Both Razer and Logitech do an excellent job of manufacturing this gear, and I have no huge preference over either. Another great brand to look for in choosing a headset is Turtle Bay, as they are also up there in quality and price with the other two competitors. I personally use the Razer Carcharias, to match the rest of my gear, and for comfort reasons. The sound quality (both inbound and out) is excellent, and I would recommend it to any other headset on the market in terms of comfortability. The only feature it lacks is a good surround sound feature. I do love the bass and sound quality overall though.

One thing to keep in mind when searching for peripherals is that not every product is perfect, and that not every product is reasonably priced. Make sure to get insurance on any of the items you can, as they may not always last forever.