Get in the game

If you're interested in playing like a professional or you just want to be better immersed by the game you're playing, read on as WINDOWS talks gaming gear...

No matter what your gaming platform of choice - PC, Xbox 360, PS3 or other, there are a number of devices and peripherals on the market that can better your gaming experience and help you become more competitive.

The gaming gadgets on the market can be segmented into one of six categories and each piece of kit has a specific use. A steering wheel for instance will give you a much more accurate driving sim experience whilst a gamepad will allow you to execute complex moves more easily when playing beat-em-up games. So without further ado, let's check out the gadgets our team thinks you should be grabbing...





Game-winning keyboards
The humble keyboard has evolved into one of the most used peripherals for playing games on the PC. Windows checks out three of the newest gaming models...

Radical rodents
The right mouse will improve your fragging stats, as you'll be quicker and more accurate.

Steering wheels and pedals
A wheel and pedal set is the best way to truly experience driving simulations. Here are our current tarmac-munching favourites...

Game controllers
Gamepads and joysticks excel at making games easier and more enjoyable, so read on as WINDOWS highlights the gadgets of the moment...

Slick sound solutions
Great audio is the key to drowning yourself in your favourite game. To help make your next frag feast feel like the real deal then, check our these top speaker offerings...

Funky furniture
It's not just about comfort, it's about serious immersion.

A WGC winner recommends…
We spoke to Spammah, the Quake victor in the first Windows Gaming Championship (in 2006) about which kit he and his gaming pals use to annihilate the competition.