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Top tips for gaming on a budget
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The best tip? Save your money to ensure you can buy the hardware and software you really want.
Consoles can be a bit cheaper, but if you go with a PC, you’ll be able to control exactly what goes into your gaming system.
Watch out for microtransactions; these can add up, so pay attention to costs and budget for these as well.
Set a budget and make a plan to purchase your gaming console.


Dan Bucherer
Dan is a runner and writer living in the Washington, D.C. area, where he currently works for a financial services trade association as the Communications Director.
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