Ah, the old gaming PC versus video game console debate.
Each have their merits, and each have their own league of fans who vehemently swear by one or the other.
At the end of the day, it's all about personal preference.
Sure, it's true that gaming consoles are easier for casual gaming on the couch, but there are 12 good reasons why gaming on a PC can be better.
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You can play games with better graphics than consoles — if you have a powerful gaming PC.
This is one of the main arguments in favor of PC gaming, as the hardware inside a gaming PC can far outperform the parts in a console like the Xbox One or PlayStation 4. As a result, games on PC can play with graphics settings set to higher levels, as well as play at higher, smoother frame rates, than that on a console.
With that said, gaming PCs that outperform consoles can come at a high price. A great gaming PC for 1080p resolution screens - the same resolution that the PlayStation 4, original Xbox One, and Xbox One S - can cost anywhere north of $500. Compared to the $250 price tag of those aforementioned consoles, a gaming PC suddenly doesn't seem so tempting.
But, again, better graphics and smoother gameplay are available, if you're willing to pay. And, at the same time, you save money in the For one, game sales are superior on Steam. During a sale, you can get older games for a significant discount compared to console stores. For example, I bought "GTA V" for $30 during a sale compared to the $60 it costs from the Xbox store.
Microsoft and Sony have made great strides with sales and discounts, but the deals will rarely be as good as you'd find on Steam.
