Hardware is a term used to describe the physical components of a computer on which video games are played and created. The computer system for which a video game is created is sometimes referred to as the platform.

Video Game Systems

Video game systems are computer systems which have been specifically designed to be dedicated to playing games.

Game Development Hardware

The hardware required to develop games depends on the platform you are developing for.

PCs

To develop games for a PC, you only need a PC.

Video Game Systems

For various video game systems, you will need a PC and developer kit. The developer kit will be specific to the console and will have to be bought from the manufacturer of the system.

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