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Games for Old Farts just getting into gaming
Posted on 6/30/14 at 8:41 pm
Posted on 6/30/14 at 8:41 pm
I just built a PC made primarily for video editing (aka: Gaming PC) and I'm thinking.... what the hell.... I'll try a few games. Bear in mind the last time I played a video game was Dungeons and Dragons.
Hoping someone could recommend a few games to break in with. Really would like to steer clear of pillage, burn and shoot 'em up games.
Aviation games would be of particular interest along with main-line sports, or anything else that might appeal to a 60+ guy. Games that keep you mentally sharp would be great too.
I have 4 grand kids, ages 3-7, so maybe a game or two for them too.
Also, any recs on peripherals (joy sticks, mice etc) and places to buy them online would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance...
Hoping someone could recommend a few games to break in with. Really would like to steer clear of pillage, burn and shoot 'em up games.
Aviation games would be of particular interest along with main-line sports, or anything else that might appeal to a 60+ guy. Games that keep you mentally sharp would be great too.
I have 4 grand kids, ages 3-7, so maybe a game or two for them too.
Also, any recs on peripherals (joy sticks, mice etc) and places to buy them online would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance...
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Posted on 6/30/14 at 8:45 pm to tigerpawl
quote:Well shite. I'm out.
Really would like to steer clear of pillage, burn and shoot 'em up games.
Maybe try some of the RTS (real time strategy) games. Age of Empires 2 maybe.
You build cities, manage resource production, build armies, etc.
Maybe Civilization 5 or Sim City.
I have no idea about aviation games and I don't really play sports games so can't help you there.
Posted on 6/30/14 at 8:48 pm to tigerpawl
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Dungeons and Dragons.
Perhaps you would like some RPGs
Posted on 6/30/14 at 9:06 pm to tigerpawl
Maybe you should try world of warcraft
Posted on 6/30/14 at 9:11 pm to tigerpawl
My dad is in his early 60s and likes RTS games. He was a fan of this obscure one called Krush Kill and Destroy (doesn't really fit with your "no pillage, burn, and shoot" preference though). Also pretty dated.
Portal and Portal 2 are good.
Hmm... Damn, video games are violent. It's actually tough to think of any where the goal isn't to kill an enemy in some form.
There's Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Dishonored, two great games that you allow for a completely non-lethal approach. (i.e., tranquilizer dart rifles, sneaking, and stealth knock-outs) But they aren't "kid-friendly."
Portal and Portal 2 are good.
Hmm... Damn, video games are violent. It's actually tough to think of any where the goal isn't to kill an enemy in some form.
There's Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Dishonored, two great games that you allow for a completely non-lethal approach. (i.e., tranquilizer dart rifles, sneaking, and stealth knock-outs) But they aren't "kid-friendly."
Posted on 6/30/14 at 9:13 pm to ILikeLSUToo
quote:Doubt he would go for those. Even non-lethal, they are still pretty violent.
There's Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Dishonored, two great games that you allow for a completely non-lethal approach.
Posted on 6/30/14 at 9:22 pm to Scruffy
I think I'll cut my teeth on a Microsoft Flight Simulator and go from there. Back in the day, I was IFR/Multi-engine rated so maybe I can shake some rust off.
Posted on 6/30/14 at 9:25 pm to tigerpawl
Chime is a fun music/puzzle
Braid is a great puzzle
Machinarium is one of the best adventure games around.
Roller coaster Tycoon (any of them) is a blast.
The Sims
Terraria
Minecraft
Aviation games:
Wings of Prey
IL-2 Sturmovik is incredible
Tom Clancy's HAWX for a much faster paced air combat game
Microsoft Flight Simulator, extremely robust interface.
Braid is a great puzzle
Machinarium is one of the best adventure games around.
Roller coaster Tycoon (any of them) is a blast.
The Sims
Terraria
Minecraft
Aviation games:
Wings of Prey
IL-2 Sturmovik is incredible
Tom Clancy's HAWX for a much faster paced air combat game
Microsoft Flight Simulator, extremely robust interface.
Posted on 6/30/14 at 9:25 pm to HeavyCore
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IL-2 Sturmovik is incredible
Posted on 6/30/14 at 9:27 pm to tom
Viva Pinata
Posted on 6/30/14 at 10:31 pm to tigerpawl
Take a look at DCS world. It is a VERY detailed flight sim.
You actually would probably also enjoy Kerbal Space Program. While it looks a bit goofy with the little green guys who are your "astronauts" it is a very cool rocket building game where you build rockets and try to land on other planets etc.
You actually would probably also enjoy Kerbal Space Program. While it looks a bit goofy with the little green guys who are your "astronauts" it is a very cool rocket building game where you build rockets and try to land on other planets etc.
Posted on 6/30/14 at 10:44 pm to tigerpawl
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Aviation games would be of particular interest
Kerbal Space Program
You can build your own space rockets and planes. It's fairly complex but once you figure it out it's a ton of fun. It's also a great way to get your kids interested in physics.
Posted on 6/30/14 at 11:47 pm to HeavyCore
I second machinarium. I'm loving it
When you say games to keep your mind sharp i think puzzles. Portal/portal 2. The bridge. Anti chamber. Braid. The cave is a fun one,..not terribly hard but just enough puzzle aspect with great narration to keep it funny
Grand kids... I havent played but id bet goat simulator is a blast for 3-7 range. Videos look totally ridiculous and funny.
When you say games to keep your mind sharp i think puzzles. Portal/portal 2. The bridge. Anti chamber. Braid. The cave is a fun one,..not terribly hard but just enough puzzle aspect with great narration to keep it funny
Grand kids... I havent played but id bet goat simulator is a blast for 3-7 range. Videos look totally ridiculous and funny.
Posted on 7/1/14 at 12:33 am to tigerpawl
I'll put in a second vote for Kerbal Space Program
Combat Mission: Beyond Overlord, is a really good turn based WWII strategy/sim game
Battle Over Britain
And
IL2 Sturmovik are some excellent WWII flight simulators
Combat Mission: Beyond Overlord, is a really good turn based WWII strategy/sim game
Battle Over Britain
And
IL2 Sturmovik are some excellent WWII flight simulators
Posted on 7/1/14 at 11:08 am to tigerpawl
Dayz and Arma will keep you mentally sharp. Paranoid as frick as well. Both cheapa and provide hours and hours upon hours of gameplay.
Posted on 7/1/14 at 11:12 am to Blitzed
War Thunder-WWII Plane Warfare, Download it on Steam.
Posted on 7/4/14 at 2:39 pm to Willits479
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War Thunder-WWII Plane Warfare, Download it on Steam.
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