OK, so I want to get into online gamming.

[Budyzir]

I stumbled across Pestgamming.com today; I was fascinated and joined up. I spent most of this afternoon exploring the forums there.

I’m pretty confident my computer can handle it, when I bought it a few years back, I had it built for video and photography editing. I’m definitely looking at the combat games like the Battlefield series or games with a contemporary setting.

So, I guess my question is how does a newbie gamer get started? What would be a first good game to try? Any suggestions, info or links are greatly appreciated.

By the way, I’m posting this here on Wackbag because I didn’t see a newbie forum on Pestgaming.

[al885]

first: is your computer good enough?

[Arc Lite]

Battlefield2 is tons of fun and pretty easy to learn / play.

[B54]

Battlefield 2 is fun, if your computer can handle it. Share your spec's with us.

[Exanimate]

If you bought your computer a couple of years ago, chances are you will need to upgrade .

[al885]

get call of duty 2

[Warfarer]

If you bought your computer a couple of years ago, chances are you will need to upgrade .

Not necessarily true. I built my desktop for gaming about 3 years ago now and it still runs every game out at full speed and fully accelerated. In a year it may not, but no game can test it at this point. If he built his for video editing, he most likely has a lot of ram and a nice speedy cpu, which = more gooder for gaming. He might need to grab a new video card though.

[Budyzir]

Thanks so far for the info.

Here are the specs via msinfo32;

COMPUTER

OS Name Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Version 5.1.2600 Service Pack 2 Build 2600
OS Manufacturer Microsoft Corporation
System Manufacturer D850MV
System Model MV85010A
System Type X86-based PC
Processor x86 Family 15 Model 2 Stepping 4 GenuineIntel ~2386 Mhz
BIOS Version/Date Intel Corp. MV85010A.86A.0025.P10.0203282158, 3/28/2002
Total Physical Memory 1,024.00 MB
Available Physical Memory 377.50 MB
Total Virtual Memory 2.00 GB
Available Virtual Memory 1.96 GB
Page File Space 927.72 MB

DISPLAY

Name RADEON 9200 PRO Family (Microsoft Corporation)
PNP Device ID PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_5960&SUBSYS_2095148C&REV_01\4&11CD5334&0&60F0
Adapter Type RADEON 9200 PRO (0x5960), ATI Technologies Inc. compatible
Adapter Description RADEON 9200 PRO Family (Microsoft Corporation)
Adapter RAM 128.00 MB (134,217,728 bytes)
Color Table Entries 4294967296
Resolution 1024 x 768 x 85 hertz
Bits/Pixel 32

DIVE

DriveC:
Description Local Fixed Disk
Compressed No
File System NTFS
Size 111.78 GB (120,023,252,992 bytes)
Free Space 65.79 GB (70,638,915,584 bytes)

[B54]

Everything looks good, the only thing that may cause a hiccup on BF2 is the video card. Consider uprgrading to a 256Mb or 512Mb.

[funnybonez]

Everything looks good... But you need more memory. There's a shitload of OnA people on BF2. We have a lot of beginners, who in a months are now pretty descent and can handle there own. Just get on a squad and we can protect and walk you through... Plus we do a shitload of OnA trash talking...
Also we have a monthly gaming nite which is only OnA members... PM or xfire me and i'll introduce to the shitdicks over at PG.com

[Budyzir]

OK, so I was in Best Buy checking out games. I only picked up ChessMaster for now. My plan now is to get killer video and sound cards and add some memory. They also had some killer joysticks but Im gonna look online for a more economical option. Once up to speed I’ll be on Pestgaming.

Everyone, thanks for the info and help also, thanks to the start of the newbie forum on Pestgaming.

[Wrecktum]

OK, so I was in Best Buy checking out games. I only picked up ChessMaster for now. My plan now is to get killer video and sound cards and add some memory. They also had some killer joysticks but Im gonna look online for a more economical option. Once up to speed I’ll be on Pestgaming.

Everyone, thanks for the info and help also, thanks to the start of the newbie forum on Pestgaming.

You Really Dont need a killer sound card unless u have a really good sound system like speakers and shit but i wouldnt go crazy if ur gunna spend the money put it all into a new video card and ram

[Warfarer]

I wouldn't worry about a sound card. Get another gig of ram and a decent video card. Depending on what you want to spend, the GeForce 7200 is around $200 and the 7300 is usually around $250 and a really good card.

As far as controllers go, when PC gaming is concerned, learn to use the keyboard and mouse.

[WaddleDoodle]

Dude, just jump on Teamspeak in the evening with us. We'll get you all set up.

[Ndugu]

2gb is not enough ram?

[HumpX]

get call of duty 2

He'll get buried in CoD. He'll end up getting frustrated with it and leave.

Go with the Battlefield series M8. Go with a support class like medic. It'll get you plenty of points and will show you the ropes without having to be highly skilled in shooting. Public servers can be rough as far as newbies go but don't let it discourage you. Just have fun with it.

Jump on the Pest server and ask for help if you see any of us.

EDIT: CHESSMASTER? CHESSMASTER?

Get the FUCK outta my face! :icon_evil

Edit Edit: I shouldn't even be speaking to you but if your system can run...."cheesemaster"..... pick up Half Life 1 and play Day of Defeat, Team Fortress Classic etc. your system can handle it.

...chessmaster.....*shakes head in amazement*

[Budyzir]

EDIT: CHESSMASTER? CHESSMASTER?

Get the FUCK outta my face! :icon_evil

Edit Edit: I shouldn't even be speaking to you but if your system can run...."cheesemaster"..... pick up Half Life 1 and play Day of Defeat, Team Fortress Classic etc. your system can handle it.

...chessmaster.....*shakes head in amazement*

:hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha:

You gotta keep in mind; I'm a 41 year old bum. When I was in HS the only gaming option was Atari Pong! Years latter, in college, I got a copy of a text based game (forgot the name) where you explored this mysterious house try to find clues to a secret world or something. I played that on a 286! That’s my gaming experience.

Now for chess, I've been playing that on and off since I was 5. Figured I would get back into it.

Thanks for the recommendations; I'll be picking them up for some practice.

[VersionX]

To take this thread in a slightly different direction, I've been considering getting into the MMORPG's for quite awhile, but could never justify spending a subscription fee plus the cost of a game as a college student. With my impending graduation, though, I'll be living at home until I can save up money until I can get my own place, and side from weekends at the bars with my friends, I need to find a way to occupy my free time. What are some particularly good MMORPG's and what are some things/tips I should keep in mind if I decide to pursue this?

[patbattlefield]

To take this thread in a slightly different direction, I've been considering getting into the MMORPG's for quite awhile, but could never justify spending a subscription fee plus the cost of a game as a college student. With my impending graduation, though, I'll be living at home until I can save up money until I can get my own place, and side from weekends at the bars with my friends, I need to find a way to occupy my free time. What are some particularly good MMORPG's and what are some things/tips I should keep in mind if I decide to pursue this?

i think guild wars has free online play and a new expansion pack came out recently.

[CrisK]

To take this thread in a slightly different direction, I've been considering getting into the MMORPG's for quite awhile, but could never justify spending a subscription fee plus the cost of a game as a college student. With my impending graduation, though, I'll be living at home until I can save up money until I can get my own place, and side from weekends at the bars with my friends, I need to find a way to occupy my free time. What are some particularly good MMORPG's and what are some things/tips I should keep in mind if I decide to pursue this?


novalia said it best:
http://www.wackbag.com/showpost.php?p=907475&postcount=3

[Mindriot]

I stumbled across Pestgamming.com today; I was fascinated and joined up. I spent most of this afternoon exploring the forums there.

I’m pretty confident my computer can handle it, when I bought it a few years back, I had it built for video and photography editing. I’m definitely looking at the combat games like the Battlefield series or games with a contemporary setting.

So, I guess my question is how does a newbie gamer get started? What would be a first good game to try? Any suggestions, info or links are greatly appreciated.

By the way, I’m posting this here on Wackbag because I didn’t see a newbie forum on Pestgaming.

Definately do what others suggested and get more RAM and a new GFX Card. But in the mean time. Go get HL2 with CS or Day of Defeat, and start figuring out how to use the Mouse Keyboard combination. You can practice on our CS server against Bots to hone your skills. Also, ask us over at PG.com how we bind our keys for FPS games, and try the different combinations to find what is comfortable for you. The reason I suggest HL2 is, The Source Engine can run on lower end Systems, so you can at least start to get the Mouse Keyboard Controls down now and it won't be too much of a shock once your rig is ready for BF2.

[steamingpile]

The keyboard is easier to use for computer games, too many features in games for a joystick to be usefull. There are gamepads that give a feel of joysticks but I found the keyboard is already there so why not use it?

[tar_baby]

get WoW

[caniseeyourtaint]

:hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha:

You gotta keep in mind; I'm a 41 year old bum. When I was in HS the only gaming option was Atari Pong! Years latter, in college, I got a copy of a text based game (forgot the name) where you explored this mysterious house try to find clues to a secret world or something. I played that on a 286! That’s my gaming experience.

Now for chess, I've been playing that on and off since I was 5. Figured I would get back into it.

Thanks for the recommendations; I'll be picking them up for some practice.

If its what I'm thinking about...you were playing the Infocom text adventures....ZORK! (1,2, and 3) I loved them....played them on my Commodore 64 :icon_lol:

[ern]

I play guildwars have factions and the new nightfall. Online play is free. Join a guild if you want, but they are filled with stupid kids farming faction. I see people who listen to O&A on there by their char names, and sometimes by their chat. Don't think there is a O&A specific guild there, but I may be wrong.

You don't really fathom how big the show is until you see it's impact on everything. Including online games.

[Budyzir]

If its what I'm thinking about...you were playing the Infocom text adventures....ZORK! (1,2, and 3) I loved them....played them on my Commodore 64 :icon_lol:

ZORK, Bingo !!!! I really liked thinking out all the clues and the combo of stuff you had to do.

Thanks for the name!

I forgot in my earlier post (since I was thinking along the lines of PC gaming) back in the early 90s, I bought a Saturn system and got hooked on the game Myst, another mystery kind of game.

[caniseeyourtaint]

ZORK, Bingo !!!! I really liked thinking out all the clues and the combo of stuff you had to do.

Thanks for the name!

I forgot in my earlier post (since I was thinking along the lines of PC gaming) back in the early 90s, I bought a Saturn system and got hooked on the game Myst, another mystery kind of game.

You can actually play those text games online now...web based. Kinda cool lookin back at the old days. When I had to sit in my office a few years ago with a shit P2 box with a 16meg video card, I would play ZORK and HITCHHIKERS GUIDE online. Good time killer.

[OandA_Chris]

i am looking to get into pc gaming myself i dont really know anything about what requirements are needed in a computer to be able to play these games. I want to play the new flight simulator game and one of the war games must likely battlefield 2 seems like that is the best fit for a beginner. I am looking to spend about 1000 dollars can i find a desktop that can handle those types of games. is Dell not a good place to try? any help would be great

[Ant's_rapier]

I just got into PC gaming a couple of months ago. I pretty much play only BF2 and I have already ranked up to Staff Sargent. Pestgaming is VERY helpful with answering questions. Watch out for Ruffside he'll blow a C4 fart and clear the room.:action-sm

[smurray06]

yea i would have to say BF2 is pretty easy to get started, just find i few place with people that aren't that good. you can find yourself moving up very fast.

[gnrfan47]

what is a good onlie game?

[Hoagie]

There are a lot of O&A fans playing Battlefield 2 these days. I started playing on the pestgaming.com servers myself. TreeFortRichard is a cunt. Stop killing me, dick. :icon_mrgr

[Budyzir]

OK, so I just spent a couple of hours playing Half Life 1 on their "Beginners Server" .......:jump :jump :jump

I think I lasted maybe 10 minutes the longest before I got killed. I need to work on my keyboard / mouse skills a whole crap more before I even think of BF2

[HumpX]

:hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha:

You gotta keep in mind; I'm a 41 year old bum. When I was in HS the only gaming option was Atari Pong!


Pleased to meet you, I'm 45 :action-sm

anyhoo, glad to see you're giving HL1 a try. Ignore the "beginners" server label, no one pays attention to it. Stick with practicing your keyboard skills. It takes some practice but finding a game you can really enjoy helps immensely.

Go pick up Unreal Tournament 2004. you can play the bots who are creepily like playing real people so you don't have to be self-concious about learning the ropes. They'll even talk smack. It has a software rendering mode that doesn't require any fancy card, it looks ok and you'll have an absolute blast with it, trust me.