I am building a computer. I never thought I'd write those words, as my crafting ability is typically limited to LEGO sets and coffee tables, but peer pressure from Kirk Hamilton and the Kotaku commentariat has convinced me to take on this lofty, ambitious quest.
PCs come in all shapes and sizes: there's the bog standard beige tower, a unit that fits inside the palm of your hand, a rig that looks just like a console, and then mecha-inspired creations like the one above.
Building a PC doesn't have to be daunting, though. And while there are tons of reasons to build a PC, ranging from better graphics to cheaper games to greater versatility, there's also some things you should know before you start.
Actor Terry Crews has spent the last week showing the world the process of building his first gaming PC. It's been adorable to watch.
Building your own PC gaming rig is pretty awesome. If you're interested in VR headsets like the HTC Vive or Oculus Rift, you might need something powerful. Here's what you'll need to consider.
Building a gaming PC can be difficult and stressful. There are a thousand things that can go wrong, and any one of them could wind up costing hundreds of dollars. And yet we do it anyway. Why? Lord only knows.
Building a gaming PC can be time-consuming and stressful. There are a thousand things that could go wrong, and any one of them could cost us hundreds of dollars. And yet we do it anyway. Why? Because building PCs is totally awesome.
