Vrisnem Posted January 7, 2022 Share Posted January 7, 2022 Spyro the Dragon was my introduction to PlayStation in the 90s and I still think it is a solid one. However, I will echo people who have said that perhaps gaming just isn't the hobby for him. My mother has happily watched my Dad play video games for thirty years and will show interest in learning the lore relative to what he is currently into (and watch any relevant TV shows/movies, e.g. World of Warcraft) but she still won't do more than hit the 'Ready' button for him when a queue pops while he's out of the room. It might be from watching them that I'm now more than happy to simply watch my girlfriend play video games for hours on end rather than to physically be the one playing them. Maybe the two of you can find a new hobby to pursue together? Learning new recipes and physical activities are often good shouts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubiCampla Posted January 7, 2022 Share Posted January 7, 2022 Stardew Valley co-op for casual or something like Call of Duty for a more violent game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
da-Noob123 Posted January 7, 2022 Share Posted January 7, 2022 Most of what I thought to suggest has been shared already so I'll suggest a different tactic. Do any of the books he reads or the shows he watches have a video game based off them? What genres does he read/ watch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burritoprime Posted January 8, 2022 Author Share Posted January 8, 2022 8 hours ago, da-Noob123 said: Most of what I thought to suggest has been shared already so I'll suggest a different tactic. Do any of the books he reads or the shows he watches have a video game based off them? What genres does he read/ watch? He's into horror novels, super heroes and medieval stuff, he's pretty nerdy like myself but in a different field haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenShaka Posted January 8, 2022 Share Posted January 8, 2022 Considering he's not a gamer you could try with simple stuff like Lego games. I mean. I've play A way out many times with different siblings and I'm a gamer and there are sections where you need to feel comfortable with the controller to advance, same goes for It takes two. I would say try with games like Lego or Life is strange, or Until dawn, if he's interested in that maybe you can try later with beat them ups like Street of rage. Another suggestion if he likes Horror themes is SOMA. Mostly exploration, not that long. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jproche44 Posted January 8, 2022 Share Posted January 8, 2022 I felt like TellTale games were a slog. Although, Batman and Wolf Among Us were pretty good. If you are going that route and he likes horror, Until Dawn is decent. Uncharted also has a cinematic feel to it. It is easy to pick up since there are not RPG mechanics. It is I have a gun, I shoot people. They drop or I find a better gun, I take it and shoot more people. Light puzzles but excellent story and voice acting to really sell it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
da-Noob123 Posted January 8, 2022 Share Posted January 8, 2022 1 hour ago, Sunnyburrito said: He's into horror novels, super heroes and medieval stuff, he's pretty nerdy like myself but in a different field haha Marvel's Spider-Man and the Miles Morales sequel are excellent superhero games as are the Batman Arkham series. There's also the fighting games like Injustice but I can't speak to their quality. Skyrim and Dragon Age definitely have a Medieval theme/ tone but with magic too. And dragons of course. There's also Dragon's Dogma which is a bit more niche. Kingdom Come Deliverance is excellent but might be a little much for someone new to gaming. Man of Medan, Until Dawn, and the other horror games mentioned are good too. If he likes Alien, Alien Isolation is scary as hell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deceptrox Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 I want to suggest Bully, you can't die in the game for obvious reasons and the game is one of the best ever made and a lot of fun. His teenage self might find it enjoyable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burritoprime Posted January 11, 2022 Author Share Posted January 11, 2022 9 hours ago, Deceptrox said: I want to suggest Bully, you can't die in the game for obvious reasons and the game is one of the best ever made and a lot of fun. His teenage self might find it enjoyable. I have never played this game always heard about it, I'm not into GTA other than San Andreas so I never really gave it any thought, for whatever reason people compared the two when describing it to me, is the story good? Gameplay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infected Elite Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 Shooters lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadiantFlamberge Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 For a shooter, I'd say Doom 1993, II, or 64 is a good first choice. Something nice and straightforward to start with. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deceptrox Posted January 11, 2022 Share Posted January 11, 2022 9 hours ago, Sunnyburrito said: I have never played this game always heard about it, I'm not into GTA other than San Andreas so I never really gave it any thought, for whatever reason people compared the two when describing it to me, is the story good? Gameplay? Yeah, it's the story of a rebel 15 year old boy who was expelled from 4 different schools. Check some gameplay videos to see more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burritoprime Posted January 12, 2022 Author Share Posted January 12, 2022 (edited) Just to give a feedback, we tried several games in the last days and he liked the vast majority, he finished most Resident Evil games because (deep breath) he's a fan of the movies so he wanted to see why most RE fans don't like the movies, now we are playing through Until Dawn, so far so good, but he's definitely more of a watcher than a player and that's fine too, he's been helping me with grinding or when something gets too frustrating and he also helps me with guides and stuff, solving puzzles etc... I'm just really happy he enjoys games at all. Edited January 12, 2022 by Sunnyburrito 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrBloodmoney Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 (edited) 18 minutes ago, Sunnyburrito said: Just to give a feedback, we tried several games in the last days and he liked the vast majority, he finished most Resident Evil games because (deep breath) he's a fan of the movies so he wanted to see why most RE fans don't like the movies, now we are playing though Until Dawn, so far so good, but he's definitely more of a watcher than a player and that's fine too, he's been helping me with grinding or when something gets too frustrating and also he helps me with guides and stuff, solving puzzles etc... I'm just really happy he enjoys games at all. That sounds good - and actually makes me think of another game that could be a really good one - Outer Wilds. The thing with Outer Wilds is, I would still recommend you be the one to actually control it, as (the flight controls in particular) can be a bit tricky to get to grips with, however, the actual gameplay is all about solving grand mysteries and putting together clues in different areas, and seeing connections and stuff that seems out of place, or stands out in the environment, or things that can piece together the mysteries of the universe... ...all things that are totally fun for people to do without being in direct control. In fact, having a second person providing a "wide angle lens" on the proceedings is a genuine help in that game! Actually, the games secrets and riddles are so deep and clever and rewarding in Outer Wilds, that discussion between the two of you as you play would be both fun, and make solving the mysteries much more viable! Plus, it has the added bonus of being one of the best games of the last 10 years! ? Edited January 12, 2022 by DrBloodmoney 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirPigFace Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 the Last of Us... if he doesnt like that game then I will be surprised any game gets him into gaming ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burritoprime Posted January 12, 2022 Author Share Posted January 12, 2022 4 hours ago, DrBloodmoney said: That sounds good - and actually makes me think of another game that could be a really good one - Outer Wilds. The thing with Outer Wilds is, I would still recommend you be the one to actually control it, as (the flight controls in particular) can be a bit tricky to get to grips with, however, the actual gameplay is all about solving grand mysteries and putting together clues in different areas, and seeing connections and stuff that seems out of place, or stands out in the environment, or things that can piece together the mysteries of the universe... ...all things that are totally fun for people to do without being in direct control. In fact, having a second person providing a "wide angle lens" on the proceedings is a genuine help in that game! Actually, the games secrets and riddles are so deep and clever and rewarding in Outer Wilds, that discussion between the two of you as you play would be both fun, and make solving the mysteries much more viable! Plus, it has the added bonus of being one of the best games of the last 10 years! Thanks for the recommendation, I remember seeing this game and thinking it was pretty cool but I ended up forgetting about it I'll grab it soon, and from your description it will be a really good game to play with a co pilot ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig_obviously Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 The Long Dark... is a game I have never been able to stop playing, it has a story mode and a survival mode.. and is honestly one of the most engaging I have managed to spend so much time on.... from PlatPrices...."The Long Dark is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies -- only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burritoprime Posted January 13, 2022 Author Share Posted January 13, 2022 10 hours ago, craig_obviously said: The Long Dark... is a game I have never been able to stop playing, it has a story mode and a survival mode.. and is honestly one of the most engaging I have managed to spend so much time on.... from PlatPrices...."The Long Dark is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies -- only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster." Thanks for the recommendation, it looks really interesting I'll check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burritoprime Posted March 6, 2022 Author Share Posted March 6, 2022 Hi y'all hope everyone is doing well, I'm reviving this thread since you guys been so helpful in the past with your suggestions, we got to play a lot of games specially the more cinematic ones like Until Dawn, I recently got a new Switch and since I only play Zelda, Mario, Metroid and Fire Emblem I'm much without a good idea for good couch co op on Switch, can you guys suggest some ? Thank you very much, stay safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burritoprime Posted March 6, 2022 Author Share Posted March 6, 2022 I already found some through a friends advice, thanks anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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