The GameOn Magazine Issue 51 | Page 8

5 Ways Gaming Saves You Money and Generally Makes Life Better 5 Ways Gaming Saves You Money and Generally Makes Life Better G ames get a lot of stick for being time wasters; the tool of the procrastinator, the ally of the couch potato, the only friend of the anti-social. So critics be gone, this article is here to show that gaming is for the sensible-minded, the ones trying to save a little cash, and improve their lives! 1: The Electricity Efficiency “But gaming uses electric, idiot!”, I hear you say. Why yes it does, my quick-to-the-mark friend. Let’s take a step back though, and look at the big picture. When you’re playing a game, sure you have maybe a console and a screen on, or your PC, but what about everything else? You’re so engrossed in the game, you don’t bother turning any of the lights on around the house, more than happy to sit in the economical darkness. And what about washing? Who has time for laundry, or dishes when you’re busy in game-land? Instant savings right there! Plus, you don’t need to shower when you’re only sat in the one room, the only room you need to heat. No need to heat excess water then; yet another money-saver. Issue 51 • January 2014 8 • GameOn Magazine