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Video games let you practice planning and teamwork. They also make you choose under pressure. The next step is to use those habits on real business problems. Jodi Bando, founder of
fucklocal.com, played competitive StarCraft in high school. Bando says: "There's no doubt that the skills needed to be a high level video game player carry over directly to entrepreneurial excellence." That is a founder's view, not a promise that a high rank will make you a successful entrepreneur.
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The
Zowie U2-DW is a strong pick for right-handed claw-grip players who want a light mouse, a charging dock, and simple controls. Its deep side curves are the key reason to buy it. Skip it if you need a broad, flat grip or lots of app-based settings.
Laptop guide
The
Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52-58P7 is my first pick from the available delivery offers here. It pairs an RTX 4050 with 16GB of RAM for $899.99 before tax. Check local stock for the cheaper ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 4060 first. The HP Victus 15 makes sense only at a much lower price than its current listing.
Audio guide
The
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is my first wireless pick for PC and PlayStation. It pairs a light design with long rated battery life and a useful phone app. Choose the HyperX Cloud III for a simple wired setup. Try the Audeze Maxwell 2 if sound matters most and you can accept its weight and price.
Chair guide
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Corsair TC100 Relaxed in fabric is my first pick for a budget gaming chair if its seat fits you. It has a movable lumbar pillow and useful height range. Choose the Razer Iskur V2 X for a fixed back curve, or try the IKEA MATCHSPEL if you prefer a mesh back.