what are some good pc games to play?
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Kinda funny we end up suggesting a bunch of Valve stuff for the FPS and old games for the RPGs. Is that all there is to PCs anymore? I should hope not!
RPG-wise, PCs have a fair smattering of the console hits as well as a bunch of indy titles.
I wonder if the OP played Mass Effect yet? If not, that sounds right up his alley: an RPG with FPS elements. Of course, that's also on the console.
For a bit of old school RPG fun, I recommend hitting up Spiderweb Software [http://www.spiderwebsoftware.com/].
A real good idea to save a bit of pocketbook scratch is to check out the selection at Gametap [http://www.gametap.com]. You'll both have a ton of old school RPGs and the rare new title.
RPG-wise, PCs have a fair smattering of the console hits as well as a bunch of indy titles.
I wonder if the OP played Mass Effect yet? If not, that sounds right up his alley: an RPG with FPS elements. Of course, that's also on the console.
For a bit of old school RPG fun, I recommend hitting up Spiderweb Software [http://www.spiderwebsoftware.com/].
A real good idea to save a bit of pocketbook scratch is to check out the selection at Gametap [http://www.gametap.com]. You'll both have a ton of old school RPGs and the rare new title.
Deus Ex - Old but still a great RPG/FPS hybrid.
The Witcher - A great recent RPG.
Painkiller - An entertaining but fairly mindless FPS.
Diablo 2 - Another oldie but a great action RPG. If you want something a little recent thats of the same ilk give Titan Quest a go.
Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind - Oblivions older brother. Personally I'm not a big fan of either but you may think otherwise, plus Morrowinds world is alot more unique and creative compared to Oblivions.
F.E.A.R. - The original game was a great expirience. It does have horror elements and a creepy atmosphere but is also a very solid shooter. Just don't waste your time on the expansions.
The Witcher - A great recent RPG.
Painkiller - An entertaining but fairly mindless FPS.
Diablo 2 - Another oldie but a great action RPG. If you want something a little recent thats of the same ilk give Titan Quest a go.
Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind - Oblivions older brother. Personally I'm not a big fan of either but you may think otherwise, plus Morrowinds world is alot more unique and creative compared to Oblivions.
F.E.A.R. - The original game was a great expirience. It does have horror elements and a creepy atmosphere but is also a very solid shooter. Just don't waste your time on the expansions.
Unreal Tournament 2004, I find it to be alot better than Unreal Tournament 3. a lot better.
That, and Painkiller.
That, and Painkiller.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War. A very good RTS
BioShock (if you've not played the 360 version)
Darwinia, well worth a look into. An addictive game with a heavy RTS influence
Anything with MonkeyIsland in the title ^_^
MaxPayne (I prefer 1, over 2, but apparantly both are good)
BioShock (if you've not played the 360 version)
Darwinia, well worth a look into. An addictive game with a heavy RTS influence
Anything with MonkeyIsland in the title ^_^
MaxPayne (I prefer 1, over 2, but apparantly both are good)
I feel ashamed of myself
STALKER: Shadow of Chernobyl. FPS with slight RPG tendencies occasionally. Sits proudly among my "Best Games in the Universe." You might not like it, though. It's pretty damn scary at some parts. Like, permanent brain-damage scary. At least I thought it was.
Deus Ex. Yet another which sits proudly among the "BGitU." FPS with strong RPG tendencies.
If you like the dungeon crawling aspects of RPGs, play <a href=http://members.cox.net/pmaranci/ROGUE.EXE>ROGUE. Yet another among the "BGitU."
Of course, the Half-Life games. Also among the "BGitU."
There's, of course, Fallout. Amazing game. Arguably the best dedicated PC RPG to ever be developed. Unfortunately, though, it does not hold such high regard as the previous games (to me).
Deus Ex. Yet another which sits proudly among the "BGitU." FPS with strong RPG tendencies.
If you like the dungeon crawling aspects of RPGs, play <a href=http://members.cox.net/pmaranci/ROGUE.EXE>ROGUE. Yet another among the "BGitU."
Of course, the Half-Life games. Also among the "BGitU."
There's, of course, Fallout. Amazing game. Arguably the best dedicated PC RPG to ever be developed. Unfortunately, though, it does not hold such high regard as the previous games (to me).
I know it was mentioned before, but seriously, check out The Witcher. If you're into RPGs (and you don't mind a bit of violence and language) it's really one of the best PC RPGs to come down the pipe in years. Instead of a hard and fast morality system (i.e. Fallout 3 or any BioWare game) it simply allows you to choose alliances and the way in which events play out. In other words, the game doesn't kind of "choose for you" where you're trying to max out your good/bad alignment.
Yes stalker is the one the best games to come out this decade. Not including clear sky was the dictionary defion for let is see:Clear sky
Pretty much anything with Vavles influence is worth checking out, as for RTS's Company hof heros and dawn of war.
For RPG's you have too try star wars knights of the old republic. It still looks good and has the best story ever
Also max payne.
Pretty much anything with Vavles influence is worth checking out, as for RTS's Company hof heros and dawn of war.
For RPG's you have too try star wars knights of the old republic. It still looks good and has the best story ever
Also max payne.
RPG/FPS: Mass effect, it's a combination of RPG and FPS with a great story and great gameplay. You really should try that one, i finished it yesterday and it was incredible.
Strategy: Galactic civilization 2+ expansion packs, you could buy the ultimate bundle off impulse for 45 bucks. It's a near perfect turn based strategy game with incredible customization, you can customize everything from your ships and maps to scenarios and pretty much everything else.
Strategy: Galactic civilization 2+ expansion packs, you could buy the ultimate bundle off impulse for 45 bucks. It's a near perfect turn based strategy game with incredible customization, you can customize everything from your ships and maps to scenarios and pretty much everything else.
I'd say you try out Crysis, Its pretty cheap now and once you loose your erection from the graphics, you'll realy enjoy it.
But, don't play it on easy, to realy enjoy it you must try Delta. Keeps you on your toes and realy into the game.
But, don't play it on easy, to realy enjoy it you must try Delta. Keeps you on your toes and realy into the game.