A Good Game for an Absolute Beginner?
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The biggest problem will be finding the right genre for her. You can give her a simple game but she may not connect with it if she does not like the aesthetics or genre. I would suggest that you look at what kinds or books and movies she likes before recommending a game to her.
That being said my mum got into gaming through Rock n' Roll Racing (SNES) and Diablo. So maybe try unrealistic racers or loot crawlers?
That being said my mum got into gaming through Rock n' Roll Racing (SNES) and Diablo. So maybe try unrealistic racers or loot crawlers?
Not to diss on BK, I think the game is great, but isn't it a tad difficult for a first timer?Furioso said:
I've always thought that Prince of Persia (2008) would make a good starter game. It's non-punishing when you fail, a bit repetitious to help learn the controls, and it's colourful with two semi-engaging chacters. Played on Xbox, so not sure what it's like on pc.
portal 2 co-op, you can help her get through the puzzles and once she is confident with the controls get her to play portal and portal 2. After that I'll branch out into more FPS with easy controls, something like Dead Island where you can play together and it is still quite simple.
L.A. Noire is interesting and relatively simple. If you get stuck on an action sequence you can skip it and your A.I. partner can do most of the driving.
Heavy Rain is good if you have a ps3 as all the actions are signposted and it has a hefty focus on story.
Fahrenheit is like heavy rain only slightly more complex in some areas.
Flower or Journey could work to if you have a ps3 as there simple and relaxing but oddly compelling and would make a good jumping of point.
Or maybe just a good old fighter like the new MK which is simple, intuitive and is as easy or as hard as you want plus its got 2 player to help you ease her into it. (No I'm not being paid to say that)
Heavy Rain is good if you have a ps3 as all the actions are signposted and it has a hefty focus on story.
Fahrenheit is like heavy rain only slightly more complex in some areas.
Flower or Journey could work to if you have a ps3 as there simple and relaxing but oddly compelling and would make a good jumping of point.
Or maybe just a good old fighter like the new MK which is simple, intuitive and is as easy or as hard as you want plus its got 2 player to help you ease her into it. (No I'm not being paid to say that)
Maybe gaming just isn't her thing. Also, I'm not a smoker myself but I am around a lot of people who smoke at my work. Trust me, there isn't a lot that's going to distract them from wanting a cigarette.
Dynasty Warriors
Don't like it myself, but it could be tons of fun for her.
'Bout time she learns to fear the name Lu Bu.
Don't like it myself, but it could be tons of fun for her.
'Bout time she learns to fear the name Lu Bu.
My true opinion says go for Kirby's Epic Yarn simply because it offers fun and challenge, but the challenge is truly optional.
Now my mom- she still isn't big on video games either, but growing up, one of the more popular franchises of her time was Frogger. Yep. It was a Gameboy Advanced port called Frogger's Adventure: Temple of The Frog. It is somewhat 'Zelda-esque' but very enjoyable. I remember as a kid, I could never beat it, but my mom picked it up one day and didn't stop until she beat it a few days later. Needless to say, my child-view of the world and parents in general was shattered.
Now my mom- she still isn't big on video games either, but growing up, one of the more popular franchises of her time was Frogger. Yep. It was a Gameboy Advanced port called Frogger's Adventure: Temple of The Frog. It is somewhat 'Zelda-esque' but very enjoyable. I remember as a kid, I could never beat it, but my mom picked it up one day and didn't stop until she beat it a few days later. Needless to say, my child-view of the world and parents in general was shattered.
I'd have to disagree with you on that point. Skyrim is an absolutely massive game with lots of things that a beginner would have to learn. The controls would be to complex for a newbie.Kungfu_Teddybear said:
I'd recommend that you stick to platformers and maybe turn-based RPGs. Also flash games, as they tend to have small control schemes.
In Fact, just go onto newgrounds and look up the best games of all time posted on the site. There's a wide variety of good games that your mom can try out.
Minecraft or Animal Crossing is good for beginners. Pokemon is good if she wants to play a handheld.
Worms: Armageddon. You can play it with her as well 
I'd also recommend old point and click games. Siberya is probably a perfect choice actually, female protagonist, cool story, emotional, controls are obviously simple as hell and no time puzzles as far as I can remember. If she likes the genre, there's also the Broken Sword series, she might be into that as well if she likes mysteries.
Bastion also comes to mind, it's relatively easy to play as well (not 100% sure if it's for an absolute beginner though), just tell her not to use the temple stones. Something a bit more meatier... maybe she'd like Civilization? There's not really much there that she needs previous game knowledge for and she can take her sweet time as it's a turn-based game. It's a daunting choice, but to be fair, not much more so than it would be for 90% of the gamers trying it for the first time, so she's not at a disadvantage there.
Plenty of options out there, just try and think of stuff you know of that's not too twitchy, has timed missions and such. Anything she can take her time on and get to know the game before it flies before her eyes and drops a GAME OVER screen on her is a good choice. I'd imagine going with less violent stuff would be a plus as well and something with a heavier emphasis on the story (and obviously have it be a good one).
Also try and keep what genre she might like in mind - just think of what kind of books/movies she likes and whether she wants to just relax with games or throw in a bit of a mental challenge.
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Oh. And Portal, particularly the second one. Yes, I'm aware the first is better, but the second is a better choice for someone new to gaming, speaking from experience on this.
I'd also recommend old point and click games. Siberya is probably a perfect choice actually, female protagonist, cool story, emotional, controls are obviously simple as hell and no time puzzles as far as I can remember. If she likes the genre, there's also the Broken Sword series, she might be into that as well if she likes mysteries.
Bastion also comes to mind, it's relatively easy to play as well (not 100% sure if it's for an absolute beginner though), just tell her not to use the temple stones. Something a bit more meatier... maybe she'd like Civilization? There's not really much there that she needs previous game knowledge for and she can take her sweet time as it's a turn-based game. It's a daunting choice, but to be fair, not much more so than it would be for 90% of the gamers trying it for the first time, so she's not at a disadvantage there.
Plenty of options out there, just try and think of stuff you know of that's not too twitchy, has timed missions and such. Anything she can take her time on and get to know the game before it flies before her eyes and drops a GAME OVER screen on her is a good choice. I'd imagine going with less violent stuff would be a plus as well and something with a heavier emphasis on the story (and obviously have it be a good one).
Also try and keep what genre she might like in mind - just think of what kind of books/movies she likes and whether she wants to just relax with games or throw in a bit of a mental challenge.
PS
Oh. And Portal, particularly the second one. Yes, I'm aware the first is better, but the second is a better choice for someone new to gaming, speaking from experience on this.
Make her play games to quit smoking eh?
All my friends get so nervous when playing thet they go out on a nervbreak tobacco everytime they fail.. also my mom is the most rager gamer I know.
First page had some good examples of good starting games and they were also the ones I had thought about typing here.
All my friends get so nervous when playing thet they go out on a nervbreak tobacco everytime they fail.. also my mom is the most rager gamer I know.
First page had some good examples of good starting games and they were also the ones I had thought about typing here.
We need SOMETHING to go off of.
Anyway, my shot in the dark is any of the console Zelda titles starting from 64 and up.
Anyway, my shot in the dark is any of the console Zelda titles starting from 64 and up.
I agree. Minecraft is way too unstructured for a newbie. A lot of people are recommending portal, and that's what my first recombination was too, but I've found that a lot of new players actually get physically sick after navigating Chell. It's hard enough for new players to interact in a virtual 3D space, but adding portals just makes it worse.EternalFacepalm said:
Mario seems to be a good bet, as well as adventure games. However, it depends on how much they crave action, or are willing to sit through dialogue and the methodical nature of adventure games. I tried getting a friend of mine to try Monkey Island and she told me she was just straight up bored.