The holiday season is upon us, which means you can spend more time doing what you love and less time at work. If you are like us, you will be dedicating time grinding some new or old games. In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into some tips to help you game for longer periods of time this holiday season to ensure you get the most out of your gaming time.
Play With Your Friends Or Find A Squad
It’s no secret that most of us enjoy gaming with our friends. That additional interaction produces so much enjoyment and laughter while we play games, and is something that we can look forward to just as much as playing the game itself. The beauty of playing games online with your friends is that you get that real-life bonding experience from the comfort of your gaming setup. We are humans and we love human connection, even if we don’t like to be out in a public setting. Besides, the people that you game with tend to grow closer due to that common passion. Apps like Discord make it easy to link up online with friends near and far. Playing games with your friends can help engage you in the immersive experience at hand longer than if you were just playing solo.
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If You Wear Contacts, Switch To Glasses
As gamers, our eyes need to be as sharp as our skills so we can perform at our best. Eye health is so important when we game because, well, it’s our biggest asset when we play! Whether you play in the evening to unwind after a long day at work, or you game as a full-time job, your eyes are key instruments in performing at your best. Most people don’t fully understand the adverse effects that computer and television screens put on our vision. If you wear contacts, you are no stranger to the dry eyes and blurry vision that come with the extended wear time of your lenses. Giving yourself a break from your contacts while gaming can be especially beneficial when you are an end-of-day gamer.
This especially holds true if your 9 to 5 job requires heavy screen use as well. Elongated hours in your contacts often create symptoms of eye discomfort, headaches, eye twitching, and even fatigue. Once you’re home and settled, consider switching to glasses before hopping into whatever virtual world that’s calling. If your glasses are outdated or your prescription is no longer up to par – a common issue if you wear contacts more frequently– then this is your sign to order glasses online and be the best gamer you can be. Say goodbye to eye strain and say hello to hours of fun! When you wear your glasses to play video games, you can alleviate stress on your eyes to make your experience that much more enjoyable.
Go All In On Your Setup
If there is one thing that we can all be proud of, it’s our gaming setup that we have spent countless hours creating. Whether you have RGB lights on every square inch of your play area, or you just have a desk with a monitor on it, your gaming setup should feel like your comfort zone.
Adding new peripherals to your setup can make a world of difference in your experience. When you have a space that you love and feel comfortable in, you are more likely to spend more time there. Adding small touches such as a set of stereo speakers to your desk can completely transform the look of any setup. Getting a new headset or investing in a gaming chair gives you the ultimate gaming experience you didn’t know could be accomplished in your own home.
There is just something about that feeling of gaming with your friends, in your setup with your personal touch that is so satisfying.
Play A New Game
The holiday season is here and that means the market has flooded with some of this year’s best games, so why not try something new? We all have our favorite games that we end up playing, but this is the perfect time to try out that new game you have been looking forward to. Playing the same old game day after day can result in boredom. After we continuously play, that boredom takes over faster. Before you know it, you might not even enjoy playing anymore.
Playing a new game is the breath of fresh air you have been looking for or that spark that you need to enjoy playing again. If you like FPS games, try picking up an RPG or, kick your feet up and let your imagination run free with a sandbox-style game like Grand Theft Auto V. New games can account for endless hours of grinding to get that piece of gear you’ve had your eye on or that level you want to achieve. Try a new game, you never know what adventure you can get sucked into!
Remember To Fuel Yourself
Snacks go with gaming like Call Of Duty goes with FPS shooters; they are just essential. Not only is having a snack to munch on while you game a tasty bonus, but it can also fuel you with energy to push through those longer gaming sessions. For ease of use, smaller, more nutrient-dense snacks are more ideal to provide you with that fuel. A meal replacement shake like CTRL is a great way to fill up without a lot of time or prep. Here are some of the best snacks that we recommend:
- Protein Bar
- Beef Jerky
- Trail Mix
- Fruit slices
Hydration is just as important as having snacks to fuel you through your gaming session. Not only does hydration enhance your performance, but it also helps fight fatigue. Speaking of fatigue, getting a good night’s rest or sneaking in a quick 10 minute nap before your gaming session can help boost your energy levels.
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The most important takeaway to remember is that gaming should always be fun! With these tips in mind, you can enjoy your hobby for longer while incorporating healthier and more mindful habits into your routine. Happy gaming!
