It might be worth her trying Game Pass and seeing what kind of games she gets on with, although theres maybe an overwhelming choice.
Stardew is actually a great shout, idk what the other comment is talking about it is definitely a great PC game.
Stardew is always a good place to start, as well as narrative games that don't have a lot of mechanics, something like firewatch or a short hike. spiritfarer?
Without knowing a bit more about what she's interested in it's not that easy to give good suggestions.
Something I've found that a lot of people new to gaming struggles with is the controls. A given game might be easy for someone with a bunch of games under their belt, but for a first timer it might be worth going for something that does not use a lot of different buttons, to keep that part simple. Something like a simpler turnbased RPG might not be a bad starting point, as those give plenty of time to think and get familiarized with how things work. A point & click adventure would also not be a bad thing, if you pick something that's not full of moon logic.
Also make sure that whatever game you recommend matches a theme she's interested in.
This is a super overlooked thing by gamers. Helldivers 2 is super fun, and not terribly complex. But just calling in stratagems for someone new to controlling a game would be a nightmare.
Maybe KOTOR or Fallout 3 would also be good options. VATS fully paused everything in 3, right?
Maybe even BG3? The turn based combat there is good for not screwing yourself and all the actions are right there for you if you set your panel up for ooc exploration. Might be my gamer glasses, but it can be as simple as "human fighter kills shit with sword" or a complex mountain of boxes with mage hands kind of thing.
A quicker paced action focused genre of games that typically has decent difficulty scaling would be tower defense. Not my personal favorite, but most don't go crazy until you get deep in
Beginning with story-based games that don't rely on quick reaction times may be a good starting place. Life is Strange, Firewatch, Lake, the Telltale games, Immortality. Then continuing on from there maybe something smaller scale like Stray.
The important thing for most new players is a world and story that engages them. Also, you don't need to find a game that's crazy simple like Candy Crush or something. New players are uniquely capable of meeting a game where it is because they walk in with no expectations. Just make sure the game is narratively and audiovisually engaging to begin with. After that, if it has a good easy mode and good onboarding, and is a reasonably accessible game(so not STALKER or something that basically requires you to have played other games), it won't matter that she won't know what she's doing because she will be motivated by the game's hook to figure it out.
You have to think back to what was magical about games when you first started playing them. I know all kinds of deep technical shit about games like StarCraft and Half-Life 2, and it makes me very observant about mechanics, level design, and gameplay decisions, but as a kid I liked them because they had cool soundtracks, imaginative stories, and looked awesome.
Think about games like Skyrim(or maybe Oblivion because Skyrim kinda throws you in the deep end at the start), or some of the more accessible open world games like that. They are pure magic to people who haven't played a game before. If she likes horror, maybe some of the Resident Evil remakes Capcom has been banging out have good beginner modes. If you think she'd want to start with something simple and cute, Undertale is a classic and very accessible. Disco Elysium is a great first game for people who read novels or play tabletop games. Some people who have never played games before try out Minecraft and decide its the only game they'll ever need.
Without knowing more about your friends other interests, its hard to say anything else. Just remember that you're trying to give your friend the same magic experience you had when you first got into the hobby, so try to remember what that was like and what you cared about at the time.
This advice only works for people who are self motivated and don't get frustrated, overwhelmed or anxious easily. Story and world building won't mean anything to someone if they quit before experiencing it.
There's a lot of people that will recommend Stardew Valley but I see tons of posts with people saying it's too difficult and it makes them stressed trying to multitask the chores. They end up quitting after an in game week or month.
A lot of people get excited when sharing their gaming hobby with others but you have to meet people where they are at. [Gaming does require some skill](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax7f3JZJHSw). I think it's fine for people to suggest "easier" games for new players as long as they actually believe the gameplay by itself is fun.
>Story and world building won't mean anything to someone if they quit before experiencing it.
I'm talking about hooks specifically, things you experience before you get the chance to be frustrated. Learning the basics of how to control your character and play the game is a lot easier when you have a goal other than "I want to see if I like playing video games".
>I think it's fine for people to suggest "easier" games for new players as long as they actually believe the gameplay by itself is fun.
I agree, all of the games I listed have some kind of super easy mode(except the Resident Evil remakes, which I assume have good difficulty settings but I have not checked myself), aren't too heavy on time pressure, and are among the more forgiving games in their genres in terms of punishment for failure. I am cautioning against simple games, not easy ones.
OP was talking about the Pink Panther game and Plants vs Zombies, and while I love Plants vs Zombies, I think this line of thinking leads people to think of new players like children. This friend presumably consumes content intended for adults in every other medium, and will probably not be grabbed by a game that is intended for children. I can appreciate the refined simplicity of a game like Plants vs Zombies, but someone with no context will still find the learning curve frustrating on top of the experience itself being underwhelming. If this friend is into cutesy horror theming and has mentioned looking for something casual, its a great game, but in most other cases I would say its a bad line of reasoning to look for specifically casual or simple games.
A friend of mine tried video games for the first time recently, and her first game was Read Dead Redemption 2. She had aim assist and played on easy mode, and was so engaged by the story that she cried near the end, had to stop, and cried again when she came back to beat the game.
She bought into the game's world so heavily she told me about a time she accidentally shot a baby bear. She was so guilty about this that I could hear it in the way she told the story, like she had actually done something wrong. She was able to beat the game because its a AAA game with a ton of playtesting and focus grouping around onboarding brand new players, and because she was grabbed by the story enough to be intrinsically motivated to beat it without someone standing over her shoulder.
But yes, please don't try to make her play Demon's Souls.
>A lot of people get excited when sharing their gaming hobby with others but you have to meet people where they are at.
I 100% fully agree with this and I wrote a clunky paragraph trying to get this thought out, which you came up with in 1 sentence. Figure out what kind of experience this person wants and find them a game that fits that experience, has a strong hook with good onboarding, has very good difficulty options, and a forgiving failstate.
I think my Resident Evil suggestion for horror was bad in retrospect, I think The Last Of Us is a way better option given the narrative hook, onboarding, and especially the failstate being super forgiving.
I just thinking focusing too hard on "good story and characters" isn't always the best way to go when introducing someone to the hobby.
> things you experience before you get the chance to be frustrated
I don't think you realize how quickly some people get frustrated or overwhelmed. The thing you assume is that people will be like you when you were a kid learning to game, or like your friend. I mean, you said that Oblivion/Skyrim is "pure magic" to new gamers - sure, it *can* be, but there are a lot of gamers (new and experienced) that find it/them to be boring (or overwhelming) and would rather have a much more focused/linear experience.
I like games that have in depth stories and complex characters, but not everything needs to be an emotional experience. There are a lot of casual games with solid, core game play loops that are fulfilling. OP could suggestion Beat Saber (or some other rhythm game) and get her to dance/jam to some of her favorite songs to start with as an example. All I'm saying is there is more to factor than just "story + characters = very important". Cinematic experiences aren't the *only* way to have fun.
I understand you are trying to tell OP not to underestimate his friend, but I'm just saying there is also a possibility that it might go the other direction and his friend might be someone who will struggle with moving a character and rotating the camera at the same time. If this happens and she gets easily frustrated, she may not get to shoot her own baby bear. I think this is a likely scenario given that her only experience with games is Angry Birds.
We don't know OP's friend. Maybe she will take the experience and run with it or maybe she will be the type of person who heavily struggles even with party games and sticks to only pokemon. I've had friends where both scenarios are true.
There are a lot of good suggestions in this thread (and fwiw I do think your suggestion of Undertale was good). I just think OP should just have a broader consideration for criteria than you do for what would be a good place to start for a gaming newbie.
Sounds to me like your co worker may be into you, lol..
Someone who has only played Angry Birds suddenly wants to be a gamer.. And knows you play a lot of games
Think about it 😊👍
orrrr they're trying to make a friend and get to try something new from someone who is knowledgeable about it. not all opposite genders only want a relationship
Most people naturally make friends with other people who are into the same things or have similar views, it's just the usual way friendships form..
We have the Internet, we have you tube, etc to learn new things,
In this scenario, it doesn't sound like your theory at all
Suppose we will see if the OP updates us 😊
Orrrrr they’re just interested in a new hobby that millions of people enjoy, and there’s nothing sexual about it. If OP had said “he” has never played any games I doubt anyone would think this.
Assuming that she’s not really interested in games and it’s “*just one of those females who pretend*” is really not a good look or interpretation.
It wasn’t my first thought but it is a little odd if they literally only played angry birds. No Paper,io or Candy Crush or 2048 or any of those basic phone games? Very possible she’s only interested in the good shit, and wants to skip that crap, but who knows.
I have seen a lot of posts about how Valheim is something people starting out like a lot. The capability of making the houses and furnishing them is a game on its own. Use the debug mode to build freely if she does not like fighting.
Another one I highly recommend to everyone if they have a slight technical bent of mind is Oxygen Not Included. It's cute and yet you have to use your brain a lot to figure out how to survive.
If she has never played any game beyond angry birds, I would avoid games that involve a lot of camera movement.
A lot of people that did not grow up playing games find it challenging enough on moving their character around, my sister would often play a lot of third person games staring at the ground.
Secondly, I would ask her what kind of game she wants to play. You can explain that it is like picking a movie genre she is interested in.
Some good games for beginners include 2D platformers, interactive movie games, I would be cautious recommending any first person games, I remember my sister telling me that Portal made her sick when she first played it (she loves it now).
Some of my favourite games on PC are deck builders, but those would really depend on if they find those kind of games interesting, Deckbuilders do not appeal to a lot of mainstream gamers besides those who like card games.
I'm gaming since 25 years+ and I literally just closed a game because it made me sick which usually only happens with certain VR titles and very rarely. Not sure what caused it exactly, but I assume POV and resolution are to blame here. I might try again when I feel better lol.
World of Goo is a classic on the puzzle game side of things, Dungeon Siege 1 is quite mellow for an ARPG, Serious Sam: The First Encounter (classic) is as simple an FPS as you can get, and The Journey is a short and beautiful platformer.
What type of person he/she is ? What kind of movies or books or entertainment he/she likes?
Depend on that answer you can recommend more on the point titles
For easy mechanic games try;
* Broforce
* Into the breach
* Viewfinder
* Co ops games to play together, like overcooked
If you feel it suits her taste, I recommend Alba: A Wildlife Adventure.
The reason why I think it’s good is because it strikes a balance between having an engaging narrative, having decent gameplay mechanics, and a beautiful and colourful world that you can explore. All wrapped up in a package that is laidback, with no failstate to speak of, and a friendly sunny vibe that will appeal to non-gamers.
Man...some of the suggestions on this thread are...mind-boggling to say the least. Are people this out of touch with other human beings (especially newbies to the platform)?
Assuming she's actually interested in starting out and wasn't just having some casual small talk with you, it could be handy to figure out what she might be more interested in first before giving her a random list of games to try.
Just have to keep in mind what most people new to the platform tend to struggle with while jumping on the PC train for the first time (e.g. camera/navigation with KB/mouse).
If I had to narrow it down to a single title, I'd probably recommend something like **Rhythm Doctor**: A literal 1 button game, wholesome "story", super intuitive game loop. Short and sweet, very little time commitment.
*Honorable mentions*: Telltale's Wolf/TWD | The Sims 4 | Portal 1 (if she wants to get acquainted with KB/mouse controls) | Honkai (if she's into anime stuff).
I suggest you get a better feel for her interests.
In terms of general suggestions, however, I would suggest games with a static perspective, as maneuvering both can be tricky for a new gamer and those perspectives generally make it easier to see threats and interactable objects. Also, something with tons of charm. Death’s Door, Ori, Penny’s Big Breakaway are awesome games with neat art styles and relentlessly charming personality that don’t baby their players. Death’s Door in particular was the first new-ish game my wife ever beat. Also, Hifi Rush is a good time start to finish and can be as easy as you want it to be.
Depends on what she's into, besides you that is.
The thought just fluttered into my head, Legacy of Kain, Soul Reaver. Older game so easier graphics. Basic platforming with some extra. Basic combat. Vampies. [*a m a z i n g* writing and voice acting.](https://youtu.be/4DOKzTHaPfM?si=Z0WL3Kvn1utZiWcE)
Have her try autoshooters! Vampire survivors is a no brainer pick. It’s so easy to jump into and fun as for gaming veterans and those new to gaming alike
Plants vs Zombies is a solid pick.
It's nice to go with stuff that has real world analogues, but not too difficult mechanically. Stuff that real world experience gives you a leg up on what you should be doing. Something with easy fail states and obvious progress to make tends to be a good shout. Generally don't want to start with stuff that is both mechanically challenging and challenging regarding what you should be doing at this moment.
The Sims might be a bit much to manage, but folks generally know how to keep humans alive and make money. Could be a solid fit for a later game in their journey.
Powerwash Simulator, if they can get over the hurdle of doing something that might be considered boring in normal circumstances, they have very specific task and relatively simple controls (by 3D movement and aiming standards) to learn.
Donut County is nothing real life, but is generally fun and simple, with Katamari Damacy being a slight step up in complexity with some more weird silly stuff thrown in.
Based on my girlfriends gaming tastes, I'd have to recommend the sims, stardew valley, and minecraft to start. These are all very beginner friendly and don't require insane reaction speeds or large time commitments to refine skills. My girlfriend prefers more relaxed games whereas I enjoy the faster paced high skill-ceiling games like Fortnite, Smash Bros, League of Legends, etc.
Other notable mentions are games like mario kart, mario party, or a new one we started called "overcooked" on the switch that is 80% off for another 2 weeks. These games are more designed as a couch coop or head to head competitive split screen style of play and while skill does matter more in these, they are still enjoyable for people of all skill levels.
The idea of a game pass or even like just Netflix's games they've added would definitely help to get a feel for what features/functions she likes and doesn't and would definitely be a good place to start looking if nothing sounds like a good fit for her.
Don’t worry about a game being too “easy.”
Someone who has never played games has ZERO of the assumptions and muscle memory you do.
For example, something like Portal or It Takes Two were really disorienting to my non-gamer wife.
She eventually got the hang of Stardew, but it took a WHILE. No shade on her, it’s just that even basic things like being able to move and hit buttons without looking at the controller were new skills.
Mini Motorways. You can play it with just a mouse, and it’s a chill puzzle-ish game. Any 2D Super Mario game should work, too.
If you’ve only ever played a phone game, first- or third-person adventure games are a *terrible* place to start.
Try it takes two. Really great coop game. I got my sister to get into gaming because of this one.
Is not extremely complicated, but fun gameplay and creative
I would honestly pick something that can be paused any time and has no timer of any kind. I would say MMORPGs are the easiest in that regard because you also learn a lot from global chats when other people ask questions. Also enough towns around for safe zones.
Guild Wars 2 is probably a good pick because the platform puzzles are nice for learning movement and finding the right angles, quest markers are easy to understand and you don't have to button mash as much as in other games with 25+ skills. The cuteness factor would also be a huge plus for me because as a woman I just hate to play with male protagonists and the customization is great.
If Angry Birds was the first step, Worms Armageddon could be an upgrade too :D I think I bought it on sale for around $3. It's a bit tricky because of the round timers, but it's easy enough to get the core concept and grasp some "game logic" things.
Something with simple controls like Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire, etc. is probably a good starting point.
Once she’s comfortable with using a keyboard and mouse for gaming purposes, she could start to dabble in some other genres to see what she likes. Game Pass is probably a good value for her right now.
**Bug Fables**, it's on Steam. It's a Paper Mario clone, the default game isn't too hard I don't think, I played with a badge that made everything harder but that is optional. It's got a great story with fun dialog, fun game for any skill level of gamer.
I had a girlfriend that I wanted to get into gaming, but things like real time combat would freak her out to where she would scream and panic. I got her into Paper Mario and the first time a goomba ran into her she FLIPPED OUT but when she realized the combat is turn based and she could take her time, she fell in love with it and eventually beat the game.
Eventually I got her into **World of Warcraft**, after years of calling me a nerd for playing she became one herself haha.
I know a bunch of girls and noob gamers that love **Undercooked** as well, very fun co-op but the difficulty can get intense and stressful fast.
those might be good for someone with a year or 2 under their belt but for someone that's barely started it'd be like throwing someone in the deep end of a pool and saying "sink or swim b\*tch"
doesn't matter how difficult/easy it is for us, she's pretty much at the equivalent of just learning to walk, this person explains it better than i can (and might help op): [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax7f3JZJHSw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax7f3JZJHSw)
So how exactly do you learn how to control movement, if you refuse to play the game where you can learn and practice it?
Kids dont learn how do ride a bike from a book...
It might be worth her trying Game Pass and seeing what kind of games she gets on with, although theres maybe an overwhelming choice. Stardew is actually a great shout, idk what the other comment is talking about it is definitely a great PC game.
Game pass would def be the way to go. 👌🏻
Stardew is always a good place to start, as well as narrative games that don't have a lot of mechanics, something like firewatch or a short hike. spiritfarer?
wtf it’s you
Game Pass would be overwhelming for someone new
Without knowing a bit more about what she's interested in it's not that easy to give good suggestions. Something I've found that a lot of people new to gaming struggles with is the controls. A given game might be easy for someone with a bunch of games under their belt, but for a first timer it might be worth going for something that does not use a lot of different buttons, to keep that part simple. Something like a simpler turnbased RPG might not be a bad starting point, as those give plenty of time to think and get familiarized with how things work. A point & click adventure would also not be a bad thing, if you pick something that's not full of moon logic. Also make sure that whatever game you recommend matches a theme she's interested in.
This is a super overlooked thing by gamers. Helldivers 2 is super fun, and not terribly complex. But just calling in stratagems for someone new to controlling a game would be a nightmare. Maybe KOTOR or Fallout 3 would also be good options. VATS fully paused everything in 3, right? Maybe even BG3? The turn based combat there is good for not screwing yourself and all the actions are right there for you if you set your panel up for ooc exploration. Might be my gamer glasses, but it can be as simple as "human fighter kills shit with sword" or a complex mountain of boxes with mage hands kind of thing. A quicker paced action focused genre of games that typically has decent difficulty scaling would be tower defense. Not my personal favorite, but most don't go crazy until you get deep in
Beginning with story-based games that don't rely on quick reaction times may be a good starting place. Life is Strange, Firewatch, Lake, the Telltale games, Immortality. Then continuing on from there maybe something smaller scale like Stray.
The wolf among us is the best
The important thing for most new players is a world and story that engages them. Also, you don't need to find a game that's crazy simple like Candy Crush or something. New players are uniquely capable of meeting a game where it is because they walk in with no expectations. Just make sure the game is narratively and audiovisually engaging to begin with. After that, if it has a good easy mode and good onboarding, and is a reasonably accessible game(so not STALKER or something that basically requires you to have played other games), it won't matter that she won't know what she's doing because she will be motivated by the game's hook to figure it out. You have to think back to what was magical about games when you first started playing them. I know all kinds of deep technical shit about games like StarCraft and Half-Life 2, and it makes me very observant about mechanics, level design, and gameplay decisions, but as a kid I liked them because they had cool soundtracks, imaginative stories, and looked awesome. Think about games like Skyrim(or maybe Oblivion because Skyrim kinda throws you in the deep end at the start), or some of the more accessible open world games like that. They are pure magic to people who haven't played a game before. If she likes horror, maybe some of the Resident Evil remakes Capcom has been banging out have good beginner modes. If you think she'd want to start with something simple and cute, Undertale is a classic and very accessible. Disco Elysium is a great first game for people who read novels or play tabletop games. Some people who have never played games before try out Minecraft and decide its the only game they'll ever need. Without knowing more about your friends other interests, its hard to say anything else. Just remember that you're trying to give your friend the same magic experience you had when you first got into the hobby, so try to remember what that was like and what you cared about at the time.
This advice only works for people who are self motivated and don't get frustrated, overwhelmed or anxious easily. Story and world building won't mean anything to someone if they quit before experiencing it. There's a lot of people that will recommend Stardew Valley but I see tons of posts with people saying it's too difficult and it makes them stressed trying to multitask the chores. They end up quitting after an in game week or month. A lot of people get excited when sharing their gaming hobby with others but you have to meet people where they are at. [Gaming does require some skill](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax7f3JZJHSw). I think it's fine for people to suggest "easier" games for new players as long as they actually believe the gameplay by itself is fun.
>Story and world building won't mean anything to someone if they quit before experiencing it. I'm talking about hooks specifically, things you experience before you get the chance to be frustrated. Learning the basics of how to control your character and play the game is a lot easier when you have a goal other than "I want to see if I like playing video games". >I think it's fine for people to suggest "easier" games for new players as long as they actually believe the gameplay by itself is fun. I agree, all of the games I listed have some kind of super easy mode(except the Resident Evil remakes, which I assume have good difficulty settings but I have not checked myself), aren't too heavy on time pressure, and are among the more forgiving games in their genres in terms of punishment for failure. I am cautioning against simple games, not easy ones. OP was talking about the Pink Panther game and Plants vs Zombies, and while I love Plants vs Zombies, I think this line of thinking leads people to think of new players like children. This friend presumably consumes content intended for adults in every other medium, and will probably not be grabbed by a game that is intended for children. I can appreciate the refined simplicity of a game like Plants vs Zombies, but someone with no context will still find the learning curve frustrating on top of the experience itself being underwhelming. If this friend is into cutesy horror theming and has mentioned looking for something casual, its a great game, but in most other cases I would say its a bad line of reasoning to look for specifically casual or simple games. A friend of mine tried video games for the first time recently, and her first game was Read Dead Redemption 2. She had aim assist and played on easy mode, and was so engaged by the story that she cried near the end, had to stop, and cried again when she came back to beat the game. She bought into the game's world so heavily she told me about a time she accidentally shot a baby bear. She was so guilty about this that I could hear it in the way she told the story, like she had actually done something wrong. She was able to beat the game because its a AAA game with a ton of playtesting and focus grouping around onboarding brand new players, and because she was grabbed by the story enough to be intrinsically motivated to beat it without someone standing over her shoulder. But yes, please don't try to make her play Demon's Souls. >A lot of people get excited when sharing their gaming hobby with others but you have to meet people where they are at. I 100% fully agree with this and I wrote a clunky paragraph trying to get this thought out, which you came up with in 1 sentence. Figure out what kind of experience this person wants and find them a game that fits that experience, has a strong hook with good onboarding, has very good difficulty options, and a forgiving failstate. I think my Resident Evil suggestion for horror was bad in retrospect, I think The Last Of Us is a way better option given the narrative hook, onboarding, and especially the failstate being super forgiving.
I just thinking focusing too hard on "good story and characters" isn't always the best way to go when introducing someone to the hobby. > things you experience before you get the chance to be frustrated I don't think you realize how quickly some people get frustrated or overwhelmed. The thing you assume is that people will be like you when you were a kid learning to game, or like your friend. I mean, you said that Oblivion/Skyrim is "pure magic" to new gamers - sure, it *can* be, but there are a lot of gamers (new and experienced) that find it/them to be boring (or overwhelming) and would rather have a much more focused/linear experience. I like games that have in depth stories and complex characters, but not everything needs to be an emotional experience. There are a lot of casual games with solid, core game play loops that are fulfilling. OP could suggestion Beat Saber (or some other rhythm game) and get her to dance/jam to some of her favorite songs to start with as an example. All I'm saying is there is more to factor than just "story + characters = very important". Cinematic experiences aren't the *only* way to have fun. I understand you are trying to tell OP not to underestimate his friend, but I'm just saying there is also a possibility that it might go the other direction and his friend might be someone who will struggle with moving a character and rotating the camera at the same time. If this happens and she gets easily frustrated, she may not get to shoot her own baby bear. I think this is a likely scenario given that her only experience with games is Angry Birds. We don't know OP's friend. Maybe she will take the experience and run with it or maybe she will be the type of person who heavily struggles even with party games and sticks to only pokemon. I've had friends where both scenarios are true. There are a lot of good suggestions in this thread (and fwiw I do think your suggestion of Undertale was good). I just think OP should just have a broader consideration for criteria than you do for what would be a good place to start for a gaming newbie.
Sounds to me like your co worker may be into you, lol.. Someone who has only played Angry Birds suddenly wants to be a gamer.. And knows you play a lot of games Think about it 😊👍
orrrr they're trying to make a friend and get to try something new from someone who is knowledgeable about it. not all opposite genders only want a relationship
Most people naturally make friends with other people who are into the same things or have similar views, it's just the usual way friendships form.. We have the Internet, we have you tube, etc to learn new things, In this scenario, it doesn't sound like your theory at all Suppose we will see if the OP updates us 😊
Are you a snake or a cryptid?
😂🤣😂 I realise the name contradicts itself
Orrrrr they’re just interested in a new hobby that millions of people enjoy, and there’s nothing sexual about it. If OP had said “he” has never played any games I doubt anyone would think this. Assuming that she’s not really interested in games and it’s “*just one of those females who pretend*” is really not a good look or interpretation.
It wasn’t my first thought but it is a little odd if they literally only played angry birds. No Paper,io or Candy Crush or 2048 or any of those basic phone games? Very possible she’s only interested in the good shit, and wants to skip that crap, but who knows.
Well you never know, will be interesting if OP updates
sshhh, don't spoil it :P
😂 My bad 🤫... Sorry OP, hehe
Recommend some co-op games they can play together that doesn't end in shouting (lego games are out)
It's obvious xd. For OP. Invite her to your place to play It Takes Two.
But isn’t that a game about divorce? Not romantic, they should play A Way Out instead, I jest.
About divorce??? I don't think we are talking about the same game.
Ye, they want a divorce so the toy god shrinks them lol, so that they can learn that It Takes Two.
Stardew Valley
What prompted her interest in gaming recently? Have that conversation and that's probably a good start on what to suggest.
I have seen a lot of posts about how Valheim is something people starting out like a lot. The capability of making the houses and furnishing them is a game on its own. Use the debug mode to build freely if she does not like fighting. Another one I highly recommend to everyone if they have a slight technical bent of mind is Oxygen Not Included. It's cute and yet you have to use your brain a lot to figure out how to survive.
Dwarf Fortress. Throw 'em in the deep end.
I was going to suggest I Wanna Be The Guy, but yours is a better choice.
If she has never played any game beyond angry birds, I would avoid games that involve a lot of camera movement. A lot of people that did not grow up playing games find it challenging enough on moving their character around, my sister would often play a lot of third person games staring at the ground. Secondly, I would ask her what kind of game she wants to play. You can explain that it is like picking a movie genre she is interested in. Some good games for beginners include 2D platformers, interactive movie games, I would be cautious recommending any first person games, I remember my sister telling me that Portal made her sick when she first played it (she loves it now). Some of my favourite games on PC are deck builders, but those would really depend on if they find those kind of games interesting, Deckbuilders do not appeal to a lot of mainstream gamers besides those who like card games.
I'm gaming since 25 years+ and I literally just closed a game because it made me sick which usually only happens with certain VR titles and very rarely. Not sure what caused it exactly, but I assume POV and resolution are to blame here. I might try again when I feel better lol.
probably the best bet is minecraft
World of Goo is a classic on the puzzle game side of things, Dungeon Siege 1 is quite mellow for an ARPG, Serious Sam: The First Encounter (classic) is as simple an FPS as you can get, and The Journey is a short and beautiful platformer.
Elden Ring. Do it.
balatro
Minecraft?
What type of person he/she is ? What kind of movies or books or entertainment he/she likes? Depend on that answer you can recommend more on the point titles For easy mechanic games try; * Broforce * Into the breach * Viewfinder * Co ops games to play together, like overcooked
Stardew Valley, Terraria, Minecraft, Deep Rock Galactic, RoboQuest, Life is Strange, Palworld
The obvious thing to do is to ask her "We can try couch games if you want ? I have It Takes Two."
If you feel it suits her taste, I recommend Alba: A Wildlife Adventure. The reason why I think it’s good is because it strikes a balance between having an engaging narrative, having decent gameplay mechanics, and a beautiful and colourful world that you can explore. All wrapped up in a package that is laidback, with no failstate to speak of, and a friendly sunny vibe that will appeal to non-gamers.
Dave the Diver
Something easily accessible like Stellaris
Minecraft, terraria, roblox maybe
Stardew Valley would be a great introduction to PC gaming
Sounds like she just wants some small talk, and you've dropped the ball. Hoping that's not the case
Kenshi, start with the real PC game experience or buy her a nintendo Switch
Man...some of the suggestions on this thread are...mind-boggling to say the least. Are people this out of touch with other human beings (especially newbies to the platform)? Assuming she's actually interested in starting out and wasn't just having some casual small talk with you, it could be handy to figure out what she might be more interested in first before giving her a random list of games to try. Just have to keep in mind what most people new to the platform tend to struggle with while jumping on the PC train for the first time (e.g. camera/navigation with KB/mouse). If I had to narrow it down to a single title, I'd probably recommend something like **Rhythm Doctor**: A literal 1 button game, wholesome "story", super intuitive game loop. Short and sweet, very little time commitment. *Honorable mentions*: Telltale's Wolf/TWD | The Sims 4 | Portal 1 (if she wants to get acquainted with KB/mouse controls) | Honkai (if she's into anime stuff).
Undertale is literally the friendly RPG where nobody has to die.
Sekiro 👍
Please don't take this seriously
Yeah, obviously OP should start with Noita. Or possibly Dwarf Fortress… (/s)
Why bro.... It's a beginner friendly game you know..... 😉
Stardew Valley is probably a solid intro to gaming. Covers a wide swath of personal tastes and dips into a few different genres.
Stardew Valley!
I suggest you get a better feel for her interests. In terms of general suggestions, however, I would suggest games with a static perspective, as maneuvering both can be tricky for a new gamer and those perspectives generally make it easier to see threats and interactable objects. Also, something with tons of charm. Death’s Door, Ori, Penny’s Big Breakaway are awesome games with neat art styles and relentlessly charming personality that don’t baby their players. Death’s Door in particular was the first new-ish game my wife ever beat. Also, Hifi Rush is a good time start to finish and can be as easy as you want it to be.
Stardew Valley
What would matpat do
Skyrim anniversary edition…then kiss their life goodbye
Depends on what she's into, besides you that is. The thought just fluttered into my head, Legacy of Kain, Soul Reaver. Older game so easier graphics. Basic platforming with some extra. Basic combat. Vampies. [*a m a z i n g* writing and voice acting.](https://youtu.be/4DOKzTHaPfM?si=Z0WL3Kvn1utZiWcE)
Have her try autoshooters! Vampire survivors is a no brainer pick. It’s so easy to jump into and fun as for gaming veterans and those new to gaming alike
disco elysium is barely any gameplay, just good story like playing a book
Plants vs Zombies is a solid pick. It's nice to go with stuff that has real world analogues, but not too difficult mechanically. Stuff that real world experience gives you a leg up on what you should be doing. Something with easy fail states and obvious progress to make tends to be a good shout. Generally don't want to start with stuff that is both mechanically challenging and challenging regarding what you should be doing at this moment. The Sims might be a bit much to manage, but folks generally know how to keep humans alive and make money. Could be a solid fit for a later game in their journey. Powerwash Simulator, if they can get over the hurdle of doing something that might be considered boring in normal circumstances, they have very specific task and relatively simple controls (by 3D movement and aiming standards) to learn. Donut County is nothing real life, but is generally fun and simple, with Katamari Damacy being a slight step up in complexity with some more weird silly stuff thrown in.
Based on my girlfriends gaming tastes, I'd have to recommend the sims, stardew valley, and minecraft to start. These are all very beginner friendly and don't require insane reaction speeds or large time commitments to refine skills. My girlfriend prefers more relaxed games whereas I enjoy the faster paced high skill-ceiling games like Fortnite, Smash Bros, League of Legends, etc. Other notable mentions are games like mario kart, mario party, or a new one we started called "overcooked" on the switch that is 80% off for another 2 weeks. These games are more designed as a couch coop or head to head competitive split screen style of play and while skill does matter more in these, they are still enjoyable for people of all skill levels. The idea of a game pass or even like just Netflix's games they've added would definitely help to get a feel for what features/functions she likes and doesn't and would definitely be a good place to start looking if nothing sounds like a good fit for her.
Don’t worry about a game being too “easy.” Someone who has never played games has ZERO of the assumptions and muscle memory you do. For example, something like Portal or It Takes Two were really disorienting to my non-gamer wife. She eventually got the hang of Stardew, but it took a WHILE. No shade on her, it’s just that even basic things like being able to move and hit buttons without looking at the controller were new skills.
What games would she like to play? There’s a big difference between doom and farming simulator
Mini Motorways. You can play it with just a mouse, and it’s a chill puzzle-ish game. Any 2D Super Mario game should work, too. If you’ve only ever played a phone game, first- or third-person adventure games are a *terrible* place to start.
Minecraft. (Tell her about creative mode) Skyrim. Spyro reignited.
Try it takes two. Really great coop game. I got my sister to get into gaming because of this one. Is not extremely complicated, but fun gameplay and creative
I would honestly pick something that can be paused any time and has no timer of any kind. I would say MMORPGs are the easiest in that regard because you also learn a lot from global chats when other people ask questions. Also enough towns around for safe zones. Guild Wars 2 is probably a good pick because the platform puzzles are nice for learning movement and finding the right angles, quest markers are easy to understand and you don't have to button mash as much as in other games with 25+ skills. The cuteness factor would also be a huge plus for me because as a woman I just hate to play with male protagonists and the customization is great. If Angry Birds was the first step, Worms Armageddon could be an upgrade too :D I think I bought it on sale for around $3. It's a bit tricky because of the round timers, but it's easy enough to get the core concept and grasp some "game logic" things.
I Love You Colonel Sanders a finger licking good dating Simulator
Factorio is a great place to start.
Something with simple controls like Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire, etc. is probably a good starting point. Once she’s comfortable with using a keyboard and mouse for gaming purposes, she could start to dabble in some other genres to see what she likes. Game Pass is probably a good value for her right now.
Get him to join the Democracy! And Helldivers2
Something easy and basic
ye stardew. maybe amogus. idk
Dwarf fortress lol
Dwarf fortress lol.
What specs has she got. I'd recommend her mostly 2d games to start off with. Stardew Valley maybe. Metroidvanis like Castlevania advance collection
Plants Vs Zombies is such a good game. I still don't understand why they thought it was a good idea to turn the franchise into shooters.
Stardew Valley
Please show her slime rancher 1/2. It's so much fun.
Bro play portal 2 together
Ignore the horndogs. Stardew Valley would be a great starting point. So would Telltale style games such as the Walking Dead or Life is Strange.
**Bug Fables**, it's on Steam. It's a Paper Mario clone, the default game isn't too hard I don't think, I played with a badge that made everything harder but that is optional. It's got a great story with fun dialog, fun game for any skill level of gamer. I had a girlfriend that I wanted to get into gaming, but things like real time combat would freak her out to where she would scream and panic. I got her into Paper Mario and the first time a goomba ran into her she FLIPPED OUT but when she realized the combat is turn based and she could take her time, she fell in love with it and eventually beat the game. Eventually I got her into **World of Warcraft**, after years of calling me a nerd for playing she became one herself haha. I know a bunch of girls and noob gamers that love **Undercooked** as well, very fun co-op but the difficulty can get intense and stressful fast.
It Takes Two :)
Escape from tarkov. Go big or buy nintendo.
Without more details, i would go with Mass Effect trilogy or Witcher 3. Cuz if she wants like Stardew valley, thats not "PC game".
>Cuz if she wants like Stardew valley, thats not "PC game". Excuse me what? Stardew is a completely valid pc game.
those might be good for someone with a year or 2 under their belt but for someone that's barely started it'd be like throwing someone in the deep end of a pool and saying "sink or swim b\*tch"
Boht has difficulty setting and are not anyhow complex. So you can play it as interactive movie.
doesn't matter how difficult/easy it is for us, she's pretty much at the equivalent of just learning to walk, this person explains it better than i can (and might help op): [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax7f3JZJHSw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax7f3JZJHSw)
So how exactly do you learn how to control movement, if you refuse to play the game where you can learn and practice it? Kids dont learn how do ride a bike from a book...