PC gaming

Mouse and keyboard

PC gaming is playing video games on a personal computer rather than a dedicated console or mobile device.

The platform is associated with higher-end graphics, extensive game libraries, keyboard-and-mouse controls, and the ability to modify both hardware and software: I switched to PC gaming for the better frame rates.

The PC gaming community often emphasizes customization and technical performance.

Related

CPU · first-person shooter · overclocking · DirectX · LAN parties · role-playing game · RAM · monitor · patches · SSD · drivers · indie games · real-time strategy · game engine · specs · motherboard · custom build · build guide

Categories
Opposites
gaming platform

PC gamingconsole gaming

Entertainment on TV-connected systems

mobile gaming · casual gaming · walled garden · living room gaming

platform

PC gamingconsole gaming

Entertainment on TV-connected systems

mobile gaming · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series X

leisure activity type

PC gamingoutdoor recreation

Nature-based leisure activities

sports · board games · tabletop gaming · physical activity · hiking

Family

gaming

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G