From DPI To DPS, Play Like The Pros
Gaming has fast become something that many people enjoy doing. It is one of those things that adults and children alike can enjoy, play games, relax and unwind and even compete in. Of course, one of the biggest factors and questions is whether or not you can play like a pro.
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Pro gaming is really ramping up in popularity right now, and you only have to watch YouTue or look online to see how people are actually turning a pastime and obey such as gaming and monetising it and becoming a pro in terms of competition. Let’s face it, we have probably all fantasized about quitting our jobs and doing something that we love each and every day.
Bloggers and vloggers have managed to do this and the next thing that people are actually turning into their full time jobs and professions is gaming. Being paid to play your favourite game all along sounds like the dream, doesn’t it? But it isn’t as easy as just deciding this is what you want to do. There are a lot of factors to think about and considerations that you need to make. It isn’t just about sitting around all day in your comfy clothes and playing your favourite games, it is all about entering competitions, engaging with an audience, finding alternative ways to be seen and entering gaming leagues. In other words it takes a lot of hard work and determination.
Having said that, doing something that you love means that you may be prepared to put in the effort to get where you want to be. If you are committed to put in the hours of work that it will take to get you to the right level and give you the opportunity to earn a living, you may be wondering how you might go about it. With that in mind, here are some of the things to consider if you want to play like a pro.
How much time do you really need to invest?
We have already mentioned a little bit about time, and with anything that starts from nothing, there is an understanding that there will be time that needs to be invested. People don’t get to the top of their game over night. You only have to look at how athletes train for months and years before they become unbeatable and the best in their field. The same can be said for gaming. You need to find your game, you need to find the platform that works for you, the console and gaming kit that will help you get where you need to be, and you need to play. Play, practice and repeat until you perfect your technique and know what you are doing inside and out.
The ways you can practice
There are many ways that you can practice. Of course, the main one being playing the game consistently and trying out alternative routes and scenarios until you can perfect your game plan. This will be evident and easy to digest especially when it comes to playing in competitions. You might need to think about things such as timing and how you can practice. Think about the time of the day that you can dedicate to the gaming practice. It might be first thing in the morning or into the evening, it could be when players are online so that you can practice again live completion. Perfecting your technique in different scenarios and options.
Different techniques to work on
Of course, there will always be different techniques that you can try. So you may want to consider things that will work for you. It could be trying the chosen game or specific gaming niche that you want to specialize in and then playing it on different consoles and using different gaming kit for things like Pc to ensure that you choose the right platform and avenue to focus on.
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Making yourself known
Gaming is not about being an unknown and just rising to the top with little help and recognition to get you there. It is about perfecting your technique and by doing so, you can make yourself known in the gaming world. There are many ways in which you can do this. Social media being one of the most common options. You can share your tips, techniques and also your experiences and then see what reaction you get, grow your audience who in turn will become fans. There are other things to think about when it comes to aiming yourself knowing in the gaming world and inner community, which we have covered below.
Audience engagement
Engagement is key when it comes to making yourself known. People may find you, like what you are doing and be interested in who you are and the content you choose to share. But if you don’t engage with your audience then you will lose those people as quickly as they found you. Think about responding to comments and messages that you receive. Share content and also do videos and live streams. It can help to build your profile and the more you engage, the more people will share and the increase in popularity that will help you with your gaming career. Especially when it comes to monetizing it.
Videos and YouTube
Another way that you can help to build your profile and become more well known in gaming circles is to use video content and share on platforms like YouTube. So many gaming professionals have had huge success with this and done really well.
Twitch streams
Maybe you could use platforms like Twitch. It is a live video streaming service that focuses on a specific area of gaming such as esports competitions. They also do things like gaming broadcasts and give you the opportunity to share creative content. This is where you may be able to make yourself known more specifically to gaming. While YouTube can be an excellent starting point, Twitch could be a way of finding your audience and fine tuning your ability to create great gaming content and enter competitions that would help to implement your ability.
Signing up to relevant websites
You might also want to think about signing up to relevant websites that are specific to your chosen platform and gaming options. Esports, databases where you will be part of a gaming community, and then other platforms that we have just discussed like YouTube and Twitch. You may also want to think about your social media following and how you can use this to your advantage when it comes to gaming like a pro.
Monetize your efforts
You will also want to do what you can to monetize your efforts from the word go. After all, if the aim and dream is to game for a living then this is going to be the most vital element to think about. You will need to consider things such as adverts that you can stream on live videos or on content that you publish. But you should also think about the bigger picture. Games will allow content to be sold. Just look at the sensations that is Minecraft. You can now be in a position to create your own server and membership system. You could create worlds and games and then sell them on the marketplace, subject to review. You could sell teams, hacks and techniques to help other gamers. Think outside of the box and start earning your income from the get go.
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Creating your perfect tech kit and the tools you need
Last of all, if you want to be serious about gaming and become a pro then you need to think about the kit that you use. Everyone will have the preference as to what they want to use and how they want to use it. We have covered a few things to consider to help you on your way.
The consoles or devices you use
One of the first big decisions that you need to make is to think about the consoles and devices that you want to use. Of course there are many contenders these days. You have the PS4, XBOX One, Nintendo options and even the PC for some gaming fanatics who prefer to use it. You need to specialize in your area as this main tool will be what you use consistently.
The added accessories
Another thing to think about would be the added accessories. For example, with PC gaming, you can think about other aspects such as the speed in which you use the mouse, for example. This is when you may want to consult calculators online that can help you find the right thing. You may also view the Valorant top players list and find it very useful and informative. The right added accessories to use will help enhance your gaming experience as well as your skills. It is worth the investment to ensure that you can specialise in your chosen area. You also need to think about monitors and whether you need more than one screen to help with your gaming, and things like recording software and editing devices so that you can create your gaming content and share it.
In conclusion
It isn’t as far fetched as you once might have thought to becoming a gaming professional. As long as you put in the time and effort and also invest in the right areas, you could make this your reality.