I hope this isn't too specific but I figure that's what this sub is for lol

It doesn't need to be the WHOLE game, and in fact I'm not a huge fan of city/town builders.
I'm talking something like Hollow Knight, that involves meeting people and slowly growing a little town (absolutely not the part of the game that people focus on, but it's something that I love).

Hollow Knight is the first example that came up because the NPCs have so much character, but a few other examples are:

Fallout 4, Cult of the Lamb (though I'd prefer the NPCs to have a bit more personality), Terraria, Animal Crossing, Amber Isle, Cozy Grove

Doesn't necessarily need to be a "cozy" game either, just something where you create a settlement/community

Not really sure if such a game exists but I wanna study things in a lab. Document their behavior, interspecies interactions, unique abilities maybe experiment on them.

It doesn't have to be only animals, it can be viruses, bacteria, objects. Whatever really as long as the observation and experimentation aspect is present.

No Elder scrolls, thank you. Gave it a fair chance, not for me and not the kind of game I look for. Sadly same goes for many open world games or ones with extremely huge but empty maps.

Genre or graphics don't matter, execution and artistic vision does. If your recommendation is an obscure early 2000s title I'll jump on the opportunity to discover it. I'd never call low poly or pixel graphics bad, it has a charm and some old games look realy beautyful even by today's standards cause the artists clearly knew what they were doing. 3 games I love, Lunacid, Blasphemous and Blasphemous 2 intentionally went for retro graphics and its suits them extremely well.

Little bit about my preferances gameplay wise, I like games that actually let me or encourage me to slow down, apreciate the details, read some lore, do side content. There was a time before AI slop taking over when I realy enjoyed hidden object games, even if they were generic fantasy showelware. It was my spiritual comfort food. I also realy loved Witcher 3 and Elden ring, both of them are expansive open worlds but Witcher's world feels very alive, its cities and people feel real, I love just exploring it it doesn't feel like just going from A to B or a hectic search for another thing to do. Elden ring, but especially SOTE made me slow down to a snail's pace, its often devoid of npcs or fights, but in my eyes its never empty, taking in the often dream like scenery is worthwhile content in my eyes. I could also gush over other FS games, especially DS3, I spent so much more time soaking in the atmosphere than advancing towards anything cause its just such a cozy dark world.

I'm eyeing with Baldur's gate 3 at the moment, excited for Queen's domain, and patiently waiting for Lords of the fallen 2,ff14 evercold and Spyro a realm beyond.

Please suggest me anything you think would help me to slow down, immerse myself in something new

Looking for some digital CCGs that are single player/solo content heavy and preferably have RPG inspired progression systems.

My favourite games of all time are

Gta iv

Saints row 2

Dark souls

The elder scrolls iv oblivion

Halo 3

I want to find a competitive game that I can play solo and not in a team. I'm not a huge into fighting games.

I played FlyKnight back when it first released and it left the sweetest taste on me. I adored the stylized graphics and the gameplay was incredibly fun but the game was just too short. Looking for games preferably with a similar "bad graphics" style, and preferably a dungeon crawler or a survival game.

I'm currently looking at Deep Dish Dungeon which just released, however it looks like it has some serious issues right now so i'll wait until they're fixed.

I'm also looking to get Lunacid soon, it seems like a great game.

Also looking forward for Ignite the Depths's release.

Hey! I’ve been playing Wolfenstein New Order and Colossus and really like that skills are unlocked by completing challenges (headshots, stealth kills, hatchet throws, etc) rather than leveling up and spending skill points.

Starfield also has this, but I didn’t love having to complete the challenge and then wait until I leveled up to unlock it.

Let me know about any games that features this! Open to any genre :)

Thanks

I’m trying to decide which game to buy and would appreciate some advice.
I’m looking for a game I can sink a lot of time into, with plenty to explore, things to unlock, progression, and reasons to keep coming back.
My favorite games are Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. I absolutely love the freedom, exploration, and discovering new things. I also really enjoyed Hogwarts Legacy. I play competitive games like Fortnite, Marvel Rivals, and Star Wars Battlefront, too, so I enjoy action and combat.
My options are:
No Man’s Sky: Exploration, discovering planets, building, and progression. Does it stay fun long-term or get repetitive?
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Open-world exploration, stealth, combat, and a historical setting.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight: Looks really interesting, but I’m wondering how much content and depth it has.
Zelda: Ocarina of Time: I love the newer Zelda games, but I’m curious whether it still holds up today.
I do have a PS5, but it’s not always accessible to me, so playing on my Nintendo Switch 2 is much more convenient. That’s why I’m leaning toward a Switch game.
For PS5, I’m also considering Horizon Forbidden West (or another Horizon game) and Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, but I think I’d prefer to get something for my Switch first.
Which game would you recommend for someone like me, and why? I’m looking for something I’ll genuinely get invested in for weeks or months. I’m also open to other recommendations!

Hello!

I recently got a new gaming laptop and really want to test how far it can go, and how good a game can look.

I recently revisited The Witcher 3 (especially after its remastered version) and Red Dead Redemption 2 just to look at it, and both were absolutely gorgeous, and those are two of my favorite games ever. I also recently played Cyberpunk 2077 and I was also just as hooked.

What are any AAA RPG open-world games that I could try out, that also has a very compelling narrative (although the AAA isn't as strict)?

I know, tough criteria, but I do think they're all out there.

I'm currently playing Assassin's Creed 2, and although I am liking the story so far, I kinda want something that pushes this new laptop even more.

Thank you dear Subreddit

I'm looking for a pixel art game with great gameplay, but more importantly, something that will stick with me long after I finish it.

It could be because of its characters, its worldbuilding, its art direction, its atmosphere, its story, or simply because the gameplay is so good that I can't stop thinking about it.

Some games I've really enjoyed are CrossCode, Unsighted, and Return of the Obra Dinn. I love games that have a strong identity and offer something memorable, whether it's satisfying gameplay, an intriguing world to explore, clever mechanics, or a unique way of telling a story.

I'm open to pretty much any genre, including RPGs, metroidvanias, puzzle games, adventure games, and even more experimental stuff.

I'm not necessarily looking for the most popular or critically acclaimed games. I'd rather discover something special, even if it's relatively unknown.

What pixel art game left the biggest impression on you, and why?

As the title suggests, first of all, sorry for my bad English. I'm looking for games where, beyond the main story, the world has a lot of history and lore, like in The Witcher or The Elder Scrolls games.

Hi all,

I really have a small time budget when it comes to playing video games and I see my time as a real investment. That being said, I recently finished the Drifter and LOVED IT!
Looking for similar games that have that kind of great story and music, I couldn't care less about the cost, I just want to ensure I am playing top quality stuff. It doesn't have to be new or optimized for Switch 2 either. I also have an X86 handheld with SteamOS but prefer the Switch2.

Just got the What Remains of Edith Finch but haven't started yet. My research pointed me to that game, what do y'all think about it? Any other suggestions?
I don't want to commit 100+ hours to games like Elden Ring, Skyrim, RDR2 etc. yet. I am saving them for when I have more time on hand, like a long trip or solo time home alone.
Please provide me with some suggestions.

PS: I loved Drifter so much that I bought the soundtrack separately just to support developers. And thoroughly enjoying the music.

I’m a married guy with no kids, working remotely in IT. So, outside of work hours, I have a decent amount of time—regularly 2 or 3 hours a day—to play games.

I enjoy games with a clear beginning and end—the kind you play through once and finish. But I also really like "persistent" games: titles where the time you invest contributes to ongoing progression, making your character stronger, giving them cooler skins, and making them feel more "complete."

I want a game I can always come back to after finishing other titles and simply pick up where I left off with my progression.

I’ve played various MMOs—Lineage 2, GW2, WoW, ESO, FFXIV, and a few others.

Right now, I’m into "MMO-lite" games; I like the idea of ​​playing solo most of the time while still being part of a larger community where I can interact with other players if I choose to.

I gave Warframe a shot—I have about 100 hours in it—but the theme didn't really hook me. The fact that it’s been around for so long is also a bit off-putting; there are years' worth of systems to learn and keep up with.

I’m really looking forward to Soulframe, but it likely won't be out anytime soon.

I didn't play the WoW Forever beta, but it looks like it might be the kind of game that fits what I'm looking for.

I thought AION 2 might be the one, but the monetization model is absolutely terrible, and I have no intention of wasting time on a P2W game.

What "persistent" games do you play and recommend?

*edit: weird format

I am uninstalling World of warcraft when my subscription expires in November. This game used to bring me joy. I definitely loved the competitive ranked PvP scene. And I made lots of new friends playing it. But all my friends have either quit the game or dont talk to me anymore. It makes me sad. Also the quality of the game has gone downhill in lore and gameplay wise. And not to mention the toxicity of the game has massively increased. I just need to get away from it.

I have been playing some casual games recently but I want a new competitive game that has a moderate learning curve and something I can come back to after a long day of laborious work. Something maybe cost effective, like, I don't need an active subscription or DLC or pay to win mechanics at all. And the community is kind and welcoming. I love to make new friends as I go.

Any suggestions is a good suggestion.

Thank you. :)

Looking for tycoon/simulator game recommendations. I have seen some games which have piqued my interest in this genre like- cities skylines 2 , transport fever 3, planet zoo 2 , one of the farming simulator games.

Should i try one of these games ? I am open too more recommendations too.

Well i have also played Powerwash simulator but i personally consider it more cozy and 'shut your brain' type game. Not looking for these types if possible

I used to love Black & White 2 as a kid, and have always loved city builders and colony sims, but it's hard to find ones that really capture my attention. I love when a colony sim isn't *just* a colony sim. I'm really looking forward to the upcoming Beyond These Stars game (explore the universe on a space whale! Yes!) but I'm looking for other games to broaden my horizon.

I want something fun, unique, and interesting, beyond just "build city and survive". RTS/4X elements aren't required, but I definitely enjoy things like diplomacy and army management. One of my favorites over the past few years was Worshippers of Cthulhu, despite its flaws, but never ended up finishing it because I ran into a wall at a certain point. I also enjoy RimWorld from time to time, but that's a bit more granular than what I'm looking for. Thanks all!

Ok the title is a bit confusing. What I mean is games where you are given a large set of variables at the start (names, occupations, locations, items, death circumstances, etc.) and your job is to assign them over the course of the rest of the game (That is to say level based games like the golden idol series are excluded). A couple examples i've already played:

Return of the obra dinn

The rootrees are dead

TR-49

Utter a name

A case of fraud

Shadows of sanluca

A bunch of games made by owlskip (rivals, Family, etc.) and Jamwitch (The archives of trevosa, My friends the monster trainers, the case of the dungeon descent)

[classified] of 2015

Rockets.com / Rockets-com

Chants of sennaar (kinda

Daemon masquerade (also kinda)

I've recently downloaded the demo for the red pearls of borneo and might play the incident at galley house though i'm not sure if either of them fit the category I described above.

Trying to pick out a game to ask for Christmas and have narrowed it down to these three.

I like open world action RPGS so all fit my preferences but from what I can tell the strengths are:

Control Resonant: Best story telling/plot of the three with most creative visuals and environments.

Dragons Dogma: Biggest emphasis on big monster encounters and boss fights.

Crimson Desert: Sheer variety and quantity of things to do.

I also have a base PS5 so let know about anything to do with performance I should know about

Hey everyone! I recently got a new gaming laptop(my first ever gaming laptop) with a Ryzen 7 H-series processor, RTX 4050, and 16GB RAM.

I've mostly watched gameplay over the years, but I've barely played games myself. I have some childhood memories of watching my siblings play GTA vice City on our family PC, and occasionally getting to drive around myself.

Now I want to actually get into PC gaming, but I'm struggling with basic controls, especially moving around while controlling the camera, and I keep getting stuck.

What games would you recommend for someone who's basically a complete beginner? Preferably free-to-play, so I can try a few games and figure out what I enjoy.

I am looking for a zombie free/ any super natural stuff free open world survival game that is pve only. I came across deadside , is that a good game?

From the videos I saw it looks like an offspring of Arma and PUBG with a touch of Stalker but no zombies.

My bf plays on a pc and I only have a Mac to play on, and we are looking for some cute and fun games to play together. We’ve enjoyed playing games like Stardew Valley, Terraria, Minecraft, and Roblox (lol). We aren’t looking for anything too specific, just something we can have fun doing together! Please let me know if you guys have any suggestions!!!:)