How to Buy a Gaming Mouse
If you love playing games on your computer, you need a gaming mouse to be able to gain a competitive advantage. With so many options out there, it's easy to get confused, but buying the one that fits you ability and comfort level is usually your best bet.
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Instructions
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Determine what type of games you'll be playing on your computer. The type of games will determine the type of mouse.
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Look for a mouse that will give you the edge in gaming. Some key advantages of a gaming mouse over a regular computer mouse include quicker response time, more accurate targeting, extra programmable buttons that give the mouse the capabilities of a joystick and built-in memory. The Copperhead from Razer, for example, has enough memory to allow you to store five separate gaming profiles. The Logitech G9 Laser mouse has precision scrolling for selecting weapons and sensitivity that adjusts on the fly.
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Narrow your mouse choices to wired and wireless. Most gamers like wireless mice since they're responsive to jerky motions that might be associated with gameplay, although some of the choices with the most bells and whistles are wired.
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Pick a mouse that fits your interest and comfort level. All the features in the world won't help your game if you don't need them or aren't comfortable using them. You'll pay extra for a top of the line gaming mouse, so make sure you'll be using it to its full potential, or choose a lower-priced model that meets your needs.
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Test drive your choices. Go to a couple of different electronics and computer stores and talk with employees who enjoy similar gaming experiences. Also, see if the store will load your favorite game so you can see how the mouse handles.
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Tips & Warnings
Compare prices in the electronics store with prices online. Sometimes you can find the same mouse cheaper on the Internet.
If you like a particular brand of gaming mouse but you can't spring for the latest, greatest model, shop online or in local gaming stores for new or refurbished earlier models.
