A question for PC gamers.

[ForensicYOYO]

I feel im missing out on alot of great PC games but I cant help get rid of the feel of a console controller. RTS, Sims and other point and click games Im ok with but things that require you to shoot and run I find to be alot more difficult. If you could can you explain if there is is an easier more enjoyable way to play PC games, or do you just have to tough it out?

EDIT: I would also like to know what makes you prefer PC over consoles?

 

[Eponet]

If you want a console contoller, some games allow support for a 360 controller, or a 3rd party game pad or whatever.

Though, if you're finding it more difficult, it could be a lack of auto-aim.

 

[MercurySteam]

I find I'm better at shooting on console cause I spend more time on the but I'm still pretty good on PC's. You need to pick a platform and really invest time into it to become a pro.

 

[Tsunimo]

Alot of games are compatible with Xbox controllers
other than that you might have to tough it out

 

[ForensicYOYO]

If you want a console contoller, some games allow support for a 360 controller, or a 3rd party game pad or whatever.

Though, if you're finding it more difficult, it could be a lack of auto-aim.

What would something like that cost?

 

[BasicMojo]

Honestly, I find shooters to be a lot more intuitive on the PC than they are on consoles because of mouse control. I've also found that PC gaming offers a lot more customization for controls. Really though it all boils down to personal preference - most games that are being released for PC are also being released for the consoles, so you're probably not missing out on much.

 

[Eponet]

If you want a console contoller, some games allow support for a 360 controller, or a 3rd party game pad or whatever.

Though, if you're finding it more difficult, it could be a lack of auto-aim.

What would something like that cost?

I'm not exactly sure, it depends on which one you're using, there isn't a standardised controller for it.

If you already have a 360, you should also have a controller for it, if not, the first entry on a list of top gamepads costs $30.

http://compactiongames.about.com/od/hardware/tp/gamepads.htm

 

[oplinger]

If you want a console contoller, some games allow support for a 360 controller, or a 3rd party game pad or whatever.

Though, if you're finding it more difficult, it could be a lack of auto-aim.

What would something like that cost?

anywhere between 20 to 400 dollars. >.>

but really...whats the main problem with using a PC?

you were kinda vague in the OP...

 

[ForensicYOYO]

If you want a console contoller, some games allow support for a 360 controller, or a 3rd party game pad or whatever.

Though, if you're finding it more difficult, it could be a lack of auto-aim.

What would something like that cost?

anywhere between 20 to 400 dollars. >.>

but really...whats the main problem with using a PC?

you were kinda vague in the OP...

Well Im mostly trying to not limit myself to the console cus I missing out on PC excursive games but I want to know what makes a PC gamers enjoy PC over console.

 

[oplinger]

If you want a console contoller, some games allow support for a 360 controller, or a 3rd party game pad or whatever.

Though, if you're finding it more difficult, it could be a lack of auto-aim.

What would something like that cost?

anywhere between 20 to 400 dollars. >.>

but really...whats the main problem with using a PC?

you were kinda vague in the OP...

Well Im mostly trying to not limit myself to the console cus I missing out on PC excursive games but I want to know what makes a PC gamers enjoy PC over console.

oh.

..Mods, mouse control and precision, used to be..patches. >.> but mostly its the mouse precision, also many technical aspects are superior to consoles...and multitasking.

Thats generally why PC gamers prefer it over consoles anyway.

 

[Eponet]

Well Im mostly trying to not limit myself to the console cus I missing out on PC excursive games but I want to know what makes a PC gamers enjoy PC over console.

Well, for me, it's the controls. I usually play RPGs or RTSs, so the mouse/keyboard works a lot more effectively. Console Starcraft really did not work out, and I've heard bad things about Dragon Age on the consoles as well.

 

[Aidinthel]

*shrug*
My main reason for being a PC gamer is that I don't want to buy an extra machine when I already have a perfectly good computer.

 

[Anah'ya]

but I want to know what makes a PC gamers enjoy PC over console.

Controls in FPS titles. Mouse and keyboard offer more flexibility and a quicker response time than the controller.

Customization. Quite a good amount of enjoyable titles support user made content. Keeps the games interesting and on occasion fixes bugs for the developers.

Dedicated servers. No matchmaking required and an easy way to keep going back to the same place and turn into a regular.

Overall a much more diverse experience. Can't beat the ease of communication on the PC either.

.. I own a 360 and a PS3. Don't go calling me out as a fangirl. Thank you.

 

[Dana22]

but things that require you to shoot and run I find to be alot more difficult.

Thats because (i think) in most of these console games, you have some kind of assist that helps you aim.

 

[tombman888]

The only reason I'm good (or better then i used to be when i started playing PC FPS) is because of the amount of practise and just, well, getting used to it.

as for why i enjoy it over console controllers. I's simply because i find it easier and more flexible.

 

[Zedar0]

but I want to know what makes a PC gamers enjoy PC over console.

Mouse and keyboard control is a big one. It's more intuitive, at least as far as FPS goes--some genres don't work as well with M&K. Then you have extremely flexible control schemes. Even more so if you get yourself a fancy keyboard.

An average gaming pc is also able to easily outperform a console, so as long as the devs aren't stupid, you'll get prettier games with better performance all around.

Probably the biggest advantage, though, is modding. In many cases, user-made content often far surpasses what the actual devs can come up with, at no cost to you, unlike most DLC. This also includes unofficial patches. For example, all the major bugs in New Vegas that Obsidian will probably never fix are easily patched up by a simple mod, without waiting for the devs get around to it sometime in the next century or so.

There's also the cost. I often see complaints about having to drop $2000+ for a decent rig, but don't be fooled. If you spend over $1000 just for an average gaming pc, you're doing it very wrong. Even pre-built, they're not too expensive and there are deals absolutely everywhere (my current video card was $190 and came with 3 games, Arkham Asylum among them). Plus, you can discount the price of a "basic use" pc, since your gaming rig can cover that, too. Factor in the cheaper games (especially when Steam sales are involved) and free online play, and a decent rig becomes much cheaper than a console.

The only real downsides are occasional bad console ports (they're getting better, though), retarded devs gimping the PC versions of their games, and publishers not properly handling piracy (Ubisoft being a major example here).

 

[thiosk]

Well look, I was in 1st grade when I played my first video game on the apple IIe. Keyboard only. A few years later, i had a SWEET ASS 486 SX 25 mhZ pc with a whopping FOUR MEGABYTES OF RAM. I played Strike commander and wing commander using primarily the keyboard. In other words, yeah I played some nintendo and what not, but I grew up on the PC.

For the mouse, you have true dexterity. You can place the cursor anywhere, and move it more quickly than your eyes can register. With an analog stick, direction pushed must translate to motion more slowly, to allow your brain to process and stop the motion when it gets to where it needs to be. This slow motion makes an FPS feel like I'm playing with peanut butter on my hands, compared to the twitch, precise motions possible using a mouse for looking.

I suggest toughing it out. HOWEVER. There are, you know, regular controllers with usb connectors, or, there are gamepads available.

There's also the cost. I often see complaints about having to drop $2000+ for a decent rig, but don't be fooled. If you spend over $1000 just for an average gaming pc, you're doing it very wrong. Even pre-built, they're not too expensive and there are deals absolutely everywhere (my current video card was $190 and came with 3 games, Arkham Asylum among them).

Agreed. Especially if you part your computer out at a supplier like newegg.com. That takes some knowhow, but comeon, we're all smart people here. Smart enough not to get suckered by dell, HP, or alienware. Do you need a new monitor with every computer? No? theres 200ish bucks saved every time. Do you need a new keyboard or mouse every time? That can shave a bit off the cost. Hey, the case I bought for my last rig still looks good, hey, i can save 50 bucks or more by just putting a new motherboard in there!

Subtract the cost of having to purchase a small computer to make xbox vs wii vs ps3 posts on the internet, and you've saved yourself a whole bundle of money by PC gaming.

 

[Smooth Operator]

Well I guess if you mostly play console games the controls will feel better to you, but you can simply plug your 360 controller into your PC and play like that, all the newer games will have support for it set up.
And even for the games that wont play along with this there is a trick, there is a lovely little program called Xpadder, this can remap your gamepad to simulate any keyboard+mouse commands, so even if you decide to go back to Wolfenstein 3D you can get full gamepad support.

I sometimes(when I'm really lazy) just fire up the Xpadder and take my gamepad to surf the net.
But for FPS games I prefer the mouse(gamepad feels like wrestling a bear while trying to play), the control is alot more natural as you move the aim by moving your hand, giving you alot of speed control and a higher accuracy.

 

[Verbage]

I find the life time of my games on PC are much longer. It might be because i never really got into online gaming on the console, but i find the games i own on PC are played to death, and you will think that they are dead and burried... then they get revived by a community of modders. Its all about the mods and maps. When a game on my console gets played to death... well it takes years before i get out a shovel and replay it. I just have gotten back into my Game Cube games, Zelda Wind Waker and RE4, but i still will jump on WarCraft 3 and check out the new maps once a month.

If your having trouble adjusting to a Kboard and Mouse I promise you it will come with time, and when it does you will really understand why PC gamers laugh at console shooters.

 

[YuheJi]

For controllers, I bought an adapter that allows me to use my old PS1 controllers on my PC.
I generally prefer the precision of the mouse, however. I don't like moving the camera or aiming with a stick, as it doesn't quite let me move it as fast or as precise as I could with a mouse.