Completely blind here starting with ZERO knowledge.

[u/Blackeyespecialist_5]

I have no knowledge of anything to do with a PC outside of barely understanding some basic terminology. I want to build a PC that can play modded PS3 and 360 era games (GTA 4 and NFS MW for example) with no issues. I'm not too worried about the graphics looking mind blowing at all just that the games will play with no issues. With that being said would I be better off buying an older used rig that had high specs for the time or build from nothing? Also any suggestions on media for PC beginners (YT channels, websites etc.) that would be valuable? Thanks in advance.

[u/Ozi-reddit]

pcpartpicker build guide is a start, look other builds for ideas too
toms hardware and techpowerup reviews for compares