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Beginners Guide to Video Games (Esports)
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Beginners Guide to Video Games (Esports)

A guide to Gaming and how to become better at the game in 2022, from a Gamer!
Created byDiamond Dudz
Last updated 10/2022
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Learn about Game Ratings and Types of Games to help select games for you
  • Learn about the very basics to streaming
  • Learn about the different gaming platforms
  • Learn about Gaming Subscriptions and How to get better

Course content

2 sections • 23 lectures • 31m total length
  • Introduction0:42

    Explore a beginner's guide to video games and have more fun across Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and mobile, for beginners and streamers looking to make money.

  • What are Video Games0:52

    Define video games as electronic computer games that involve input devices like controllers, mouse, and keyboard, and describe the industry ecosystem, including streaming, live events, online tournaments, and purchases.

  • How to Choose your Platform1:05

    Learn how to choose your platform by comparing Nintendo’s portable, exclusive titles like Mario and Zelda with PC power, Xbox cloud gaming and game pass, PlayStation exclusives, and mobile variety.

  • Video Game Ratings0:57

    Explore how video game ratings classify games by age groups, including early childhood, E for everyone, 13 and older, 17 and older, and RP, for single player and multiplayer.

  • Single vs Multiplayer Games0:47
  • Retro vs New Games0:30
  • How to Find Games0:32

    Choose a game by rating, select multiplayer or single-player, pick a platform such as Nintendo, Xbox, or PlayStation, then search Microsoft Store or PlayStation Store to locate and start playing.

  • Ways to Play your Games0:44

    Explore ways to play your games, including cloud gaming that streams titles to your phone, laptop, or tablet, and emulation with a brief intro to streaming and its legal caveats.

  • Intro to Streaming0:43
  • How to get better at your game0:30

    Practice daily to improve your game, analyze your gameplay with video recording or in-game footage, and optimize a comfortable, smooth-running setup for better performance.

  • Things to Look At When Finding You Game0:31

    Explore how to evaluate a video game by checking reviews and trailers to gauge quality, review in-game footage, and identify essential universal factors that apply to every game.

  • Some Basics Things to Cover For Every Game0:30

    Master the basics of game setup, including the controller as the input device, multiplayer with multiple controllers, video game terminology, and choosing a TV or monitor to improve your experience.

  • Video Game Terminology0:36

    Learn key video game terms such as frames per second and how 30, 60, and 144 Hz improve smoothness, explore downloadable content and its costs, and discuss hacking and cheating.

  • Hacking and Cheating0:37
  • Gaming Accessories0:58

    Explore video game accessories as console add-ons, including pro controllers, chargers, headphones, and storage for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo, and learn about beta programs and how they work.

  • Beta Programs0:29

    Explore how beta programs let players preview unreleased game builds, with the Xbox Insider hub granting access to betas, including Warner Bros. multiverse beta, and discuss next generation gaming.

  • Next Generation of Gaming0:35

    Discover the next generation of gaming with the metaverse and meta quest, showcasing 3d experiences where players explore immersive environments and 3d versions of Minecraft and Fortnite.

  • Mini Figures3:04

    Discover how minifigures unlock characters in video games, with examples like Skylanders and Lego and Disney minifigure games, and learn about portals, availability, and where to find these rare figures.

  • How to Browse Through A Online Platform Game Store2:35
  • Game Recommendations Part 19:47
  • Game Recommendations Part 24:02

    Explore beginner-friendly picks—from mobile rhythm levels with orbs and skins to Minecraft Dungeons with DLC and loot, plus multiplayer fighters and immersive flight simulators.

  • Ending Remarks0:22

    Celebrate completing this beginners guide to video games by mastering the fundamentals and beginner basics; connect on Twitter and Instagram for questions, and see you in endgame.

Requirements

  • You don't need anything. We will be starting from the very basics

Description

Have you ever want to start playing video games or ever stared at those game consoles in a friends house and wonder what is going on then this is the course for you! I believe that gaming is here to help make our lives more enjoyable and fun so join on this ride to becoming a gamer.

In this course you are going to learn about the fundamentals of gaming plus the in-depth details to start playing video games. In this course we will be going over streaming, games, platforms, and much much more. This course is a new, 2022 year course which over time will be improved and updated with the latest information you need for your gaming need. In this course, we will be going over this and much, much more.

My name is DiamondDudz and I am an experienced gamer. I play on Xbox, Mobile, and Nintendo switch and love to play various different games. This course is information every beginner gamer needs to get start gaming. I started playing video games when I was 5 and have seen and played a variety of video games over the years.

So what are you waiting for? If you want to learn how to start gaming and play some popular and favorite games then come join me in this course!

Who this course is for:

  • People looking to start video games
  • People looking for new video games
  • People who want to understand more gaming
  • People who want to start making there way into the streaming industry