The Extras
While the basics have you on your way to get started, you’ll soon have to look into the extras needed for your gaming experience. This is because, as is with every assortment of technology, costs start to rack up with how old they are and how much they are used in a certain time period. Let’s take a look at some of these considerations:
Peripherals
There are a lot of add-on options out there and it doesn’t matter whether you’re into console or PC gaming. These add-ons will promise a better gaming experience. The list of these add-ons is endless and we recommend you to look into gaming keyboards, console stands, cameras, headsets, and racing wheels. Each of these peripherals will not cost you more than $100.
Extra Controllers
You will notice that normal editions of consoles come with only one controller. It is common for you to prefer multiplayer games with your friends and family – which is why you should consider getting extra controllers. Both the PS4 and Xbox controller cost around $60. However, you can get a good discount in the form of great deals and discounts from retailers.
Online Gaming
If you’re looking to play games on PC, then most of the games out there can be enjoyed to fullest if you go online. In order to do this, you’ll have to look into apps like Steam or the likes which are free. Console manufacturers Microsoft and Sony, on the other hand, aren’t so generous. They ask for you to apply for annual plans which are $50 for PlayStation and $60 for Xbox Live.
Micro-Transactions and Downloadable Content
DLCs (Downloadable Content) and micro-transactions have now become a common feature for most games. You’d have noticed this in most of your mobile device games too. Gamers hate these, but they have no option. If they want to play premium story modes or the best content out there, then they have to go through the paywall.
DLCs, as you would’ve guessed, are very unpredictable and can vary depending on the offering of the game. Some of these items can cost just a dollar but others can be even far more expensive than the game in the first place!
Virtual Reality
The future of the gaming industry is also something you should consider while setting the budget for your gaming experience. The Oculus Go VR Headset has been given 10 out of 10 by most tech reviewers and we would deem it a must-buy for a futuristic gaming experience.
This headset costs $200 which is great value for money. The only problem of this cutting-edge technology is that the games which are compatible with it need to be bought from the Oculus Store. These games will cost you a couple of dollars each.
However, the other extensive selection of premium games for this platform will cost a lot more. Some notable examples of these can be found in the Oculus Rift, which costs $400 and the HTC Vive which costs $500!