Historically I played a lot of Ark, Conan Exiles, Raft, Stranded Deep, 7 Days to Die, Green Hell, Astroneer, Scrap Mechanic, The Forest, Osiris New Dawn and all the usual suspects.
Recently I have tried a few like Valheim, Vulcanoids, Survive the Night, Sons of the Forest, Deadpoly, No One Survived and Grounded.
I tend to enjoy a variety of games particularly those that respect my time. At the top are character action games like Bayonetta and Nier. Monster Hunter games. Then big relaxing open-world exploratory games like BoTW, TotK, Elden Ring. Immersive RPGs like Cyberpunk and Skyrim. Third person cinematic games like TLoU, or the new GoW. Exceptional indie games like Hades, Terraria, and Roboquest. Then, fighting games like SF6, Third Strike, GG Strive, Killer Instinct or MK9. Cooperative, competitive shooters with my friends like Siege. and then from time to time I f2p on gacha games like Azur Lane and Nikke, but I tend to drop those pretty quick. There was also time in my life where I spent too many hours with friends on GTA Online as well. Sorted most to least in terms of how often I actually play that type of game. However, a little more than half of my free time is usually spent watching other people let’s play games, like right now, I’m writing this and watching Chris Odd play Aliens Dark Descent. 🙂
I really love puzzle games! Unfortunately there aren’t a lot of them, or at least they’re really hard to find. The puzzle section on Steam is basically completely filled with horror games that I guess have some puzzle elements mixed in, hence why they’re in the puzzle section.
Games like Portal, Stephen’s Sausage Roll, and Braid are awesome.
I recommend a simple little game called Rush. I don’t even know what motivated me to get it some time ago, but I had fun with it even though I wouldn’t say I usually like puzzle games. It’s all of 0.22€ on sale where I’m sitting, might be worth trying.
Patrick’s Parabox is a neat little puzzle game that became one of my favorites after I 100%ed it. It’s a bit different from the games you’ve listed here - deceptively simple, 2D box pushing type of game, but has a level of mind bending through manipulation of space that I think rivals Baba is You in terms of “what the hell, I’ve just broken physics in a way that is internally consistent but that I didn’t see coming”.
I have Patrick’s Parabox on my Steam, been waiting to get the chance to play it. I really liked Baba is You though, so I’m looking forward to playing it
Games that I can immerse myself in. Things that do it for me are:
A full and developed open world that has a compelling atmosphere to it. The kind of thing where you find yourself pausing to gaze across the scenery.
Tantalizing mechanics or systems. The kind that draws your mind to ‘building’ even when not playing, that will cause you to unwittingly spend hours tinkering with, and gives you mirthful glee when you put it all together and can savor its power.
Interesting story. One with tasteful complexity, good pacing, and exciting developments. The kind of story that compels me, let alone anyone is a whole separate question of its own.
A canvas or foundation to allow me to develop identity and investment in my character/role. Playing a specific character can also be good, if that character is compelling.
Core gameplay mechanics or loops that are fun in and of themselves. The kind that, were the game an alpha or proof-of-concept with no “game” beyond the graphic-less, progression-less minigame, you would still find yourself enjoying your time.
Fulfillment of a compelling fantasy. Being a FEROCIOUS DRAGON, or an UNSTOPPABLE SPACE MARINE, or an ALMIGHTY GOD, or even just a simple human living a comfy life and being able to experience the breadth and limits of that fantasy.
I think you pretty much match what I love in games. So many single player games that have beautiful landscapes and a main character that has such an engaging story. Locked in playing TotK right now, about 16 hours in and still just exploring like I did in BotW. Horizon series and Ghost of Tsushima got 2nd or 3rd playthroughs. Don’t get me started on Uncharted…
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RTS by far but limited number of games that are actually good
Have you tried beyond All Reason? I just started playing it but having a blast.
Buggy, early access, survival crafting games.
Got some interesting ones to share?
Historically I played a lot of Ark, Conan Exiles, Raft, Stranded Deep, 7 Days to Die, Green Hell, Astroneer, Scrap Mechanic, The Forest, Osiris New Dawn and all the usual suspects.
Recently I have tried a few like Valheim, Vulcanoids, Survive the Night, Sons of the Forest, Deadpoly, No One Survived and Grounded.
Thanks for the list! I’ve played them all except for Vulcsnoids which is on my wish list.
Ive got my eye on Nightingale at the moment. Have you seen any others on the horizon?
I recently backed Solar Punk on Kickstarter which looks like it has potential
Nice. Wishlisted.
I’m also currently pls in Dinkum, which is Australian Animal Crossing! Quite addicting.
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Games where at least a significant portion of it is low-key/relaxing. Thinking Breath of the Wild, Persona 5, Spiritfarer.
I’m currently playing battlebit.
Strategy. Emphasis on the gameplay and the creative solutions, deemphasis on the graphics.
A particularly like card based games for their complex interactions.
Games I like lately:
I tend to enjoy a variety of games particularly those that respect my time. At the top are character action games like Bayonetta and Nier. Monster Hunter games. Then big relaxing open-world exploratory games like BoTW, TotK, Elden Ring. Immersive RPGs like Cyberpunk and Skyrim. Third person cinematic games like TLoU, or the new GoW. Exceptional indie games like Hades, Terraria, and Roboquest. Then, fighting games like SF6, Third Strike, GG Strive, Killer Instinct or MK9. Cooperative, competitive shooters with my friends like Siege. and then from time to time I f2p on gacha games like Azur Lane and Nikke, but I tend to drop those pretty quick. There was also time in my life where I spent too many hours with friends on GTA Online as well. Sorted most to least in terms of how often I actually play that type of game. However, a little more than half of my free time is usually spent watching other people let’s play games, like right now, I’m writing this and watching Chris Odd play Aliens Dark Descent. 🙂
@Call_Me_Maple @TheVampireSaga big emphasis on “games that respect my time”
Rouge-likes and wave based shooters.
Love risk of rain 2, and have played years of zombies. Just discovered vampire survivors
Single player with no micro transactions nor “skinned” (cosmetics) multiplayer
Action RPG and flight sim!
Dave the diver totally caught me by surprise. Addicted lol
I really love puzzle games! Unfortunately there aren’t a lot of them, or at least they’re really hard to find. The puzzle section on Steam is basically completely filled with horror games that I guess have some puzzle elements mixed in, hence why they’re in the puzzle section.
Games like Portal, Stephen’s Sausage Roll, and Braid are awesome.
Have you played Outer Wilds and Return of the Obra Dinn? They are 2 of the best narrative puzzle games I’ve ever played.
Yup, played through them both! Outer Wilds is one of my favorite games of all time
I recommend a simple little game called Rush. I don’t even know what motivated me to get it some time ago, but I had fun with it even though I wouldn’t say I usually like puzzle games. It’s all of 0.22€ on sale where I’m sitting, might be worth trying.
Thanks for the recommendation! I’ll definitely look into it
Patrick’s Parabox is a neat little puzzle game that became one of my favorites after I 100%ed it. It’s a bit different from the games you’ve listed here - deceptively simple, 2D box pushing type of game, but has a level of mind bending through manipulation of space that I think rivals Baba is You in terms of “what the hell, I’ve just broken physics in a way that is internally consistent but that I didn’t see coming”.
I have Patrick’s Parabox on my Steam, been waiting to get the chance to play it. I really liked Baba is You though, so I’m looking forward to playing it
Mostly racing sims but I combine it with some smaller/older games for diversity.
Replaying MGS1 at the moment
I’m really enjoying co-op games that I can play with friends. Like Phasmophobia, Necesse, Minecraft, Terraria, Back 4 Blood, Battlebit, PlateUp!
Just bragging about all your gamer friends, we get it, you are awesome…alee33 goes back to grinding a dungeon on obscure rpg 😂
Games that I can immerse myself in. Things that do it for me are:
I think you pretty much match what I love in games. So many single player games that have beautiful landscapes and a main character that has such an engaging story. Locked in playing TotK right now, about 16 hours in and still just exploring like I did in BotW. Horizon series and Ghost of Tsushima got 2nd or 3rd playthroughs. Don’t get me started on Uncharted…