Introduction We’ve talked about why old video games seemed so hard but we haven’t discussed why most new video games that come out seem to get a bad rap. Is there any truth to the criticism or is it just cognitive bias? Maybe it’s the good old rose-tinted glasses making us look back on childhood … Read more
Introduction If you’ve ever been trying to rank up in a game such as Overwatch, League of Legends, CSGO, and a variety of other hit competitive games, then you’ll know how fierce the competition can be. There’s also a phenomenon called Elo hell which has been the subject of much debate as some players swear … Read more
Introduction Gaming skill is a contentious area of interest and is something that has stirred up many serious debates over what it takes to be good at a game. In fact, people are starting to ask whether being good and/or exceptional at games can be linked to your genes which would trump suggestions that you … Read more
Introduction If you’re suddenly bad at games or have went through periods in the past where you’re suddenly playing bad then you might feel frustrated that you’re not doing everything you can. You may even start doubting yourself about how good you really are which can actually lead to feeling pretty bummed out about the … Read more
Introduction Video games are a great hobby but they have been constantly evolving since their inception which also means the gaming landscape has changed too. If you’re old enough then you might be able to cast your mind back to the days of the original Mortal Kombat, or perhaps solving puzzles in Zelda: A Link … Read more
Introduction If you’re a gamer or a bit of a geek then you’ll probably relish the opportunity to get involved in a spot of computer building and that’s because it’s kind of like LEGO except with real parts where you can add your own little touches to make it stand out. Building PCs isn’t a … Read more
Introduction Streaming has been increasing in popularity over the past decade and that’s mainly down to services like YouTube and Twitch offering a convenient platform to do that on. In fact, we dare say Twitch lead the charge first or at least came up with the best solution. Streaming originally started as a way for … Read more
Introduction At Hobbyask, we love all things gaming and it’s actually something we’ve talked about in the past regarding its status as a hobby and why it’s continued to grow into one of the most popular pastimes in the world. Games can transport you into completely new worlds filled with fantasy creations and awe-inspiring landscapes … Read more
Introduction If you’ve ever asked yourself whether it’s worth buying a gaming PC then you’re in luck today as we’re going to give you ten reasons why you might want to consider purchasing one. Gaming PCs aren’t a new advent but they’ve been getting special attention for the past ten years or so due to … Read more
Introduction As a gaming hobbyist, you’ll often align yourself with a preferred set of hardware to do your gaming on which is usually either a gaming PC or a gaming console like an Xbox. These allegiances can often cause heated arguments between gamers which leads to an all-out war, often in the form of memes … Read more