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How do you pick your games? (lemmy.world)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by NorthWestWind@lemmy.world to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml
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I had a moment to think about why I like certain games, and I have figured out some criteria for myself,

  1. Vibrant colours
  2. Simple/Cartoon-ish looks
  3. Mid/High level of complexity in mechanics

That's why my current favourite game is Splatoon 3, followed by Minecraft, and the list consists mostly of Nintendo games.

What's your criteria?

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[–] thelsim@sh.itjust.works 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I think in general I tend to ask myself these questions:

  • can I role play as someone else?
  • is there a branching storyline that can be replayed in different ways?
  • is there an open world with tons of nooks and crannies to explore?
  • can I dress up? :)
  • is there a fun and novel gameplay mechanic?

Usually I’m invested if it ticks several boxes. I love long, story heavy rpg’s like BG3. But also visual novels like Roadwarden, open world like Shadow of Doubt, or more experimental like Book of Travels.

[–] Algaroth@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Have you played the Shadowrun games? They also have some custom campaigns in the steam workshop.

[–] thelsim@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Oh yes, definitely!
Though I haven’t thought of trying the custom campaigns. Thank you for reminding me! :)

[–] Algaroth@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Some of them are really good. Same quality as an actual game.