[QUOTE=TheRealRudy;49476591]world of goo is a very simple yet complex game. one of my favourite indie titles too.[/QUOTE]
Also, be sure to watch the movie adaptation, starring Peter North
It may not be the best course for the non-violent dad, but still, here are the games that my mom beat when starting out, in that order:
Portal
Portal 2
Walking Dead from telltale
Doom 1 online with me
LA Noire (Lots of hand holding)
New Vegas hardcore (Game is very easy (Generous with stimpaks) and you have VATS for shooting)
Half Life 1, 2 and episodes on easy
Fallout 1
Max Payne 3 on easy
Walking dead season 2
Stalker on master (now playing)
The point is that even older people can develop the necessary reflexes to play more advanced games in a year or two.
Hey everyone,
bdd458 suggested the newest Sherlock Holmes game. That sounded like an interesting idea. Checked out a video and got the game afterwards.
My dad also thought it was a pretty interesting idea. Currently he's got a bit of trouble having to wrap his head around how KB+M works, and that he can't play it too long at once (15-30 minutes tires him out already).
I have to hold his hand every now and then with some of the puzzles, also because he's not too great with the controls yet. He does enjoy the game, however. Hopefully he'll be able to get a better grasp over the controls soon, but everything seems to go well right now!
He was also rather surprised about the story elements, he didn't really expect to be as much story as there is. Obviously he does enjoy that, haha.
Thanks again for the suggestions, everyone. I think I should have an idea of what to recommend him afterwards, but he'll be occupied with this game for quite some time!
The Stanley Parable would be good for teaching basic fps movement.
[QUOTE=Derp123213;49466046]As some guys have already mentioned here, racing games are a good place to start since they always work out with anybody for some reason.[/QUOTE]
I tried introducing my dad to a racing game once, Need for speed as it was called, with a steering wheel and gas, break and everything.
He decided to go beneath the speed limit for maximum enjoyment.
Telltale's Walking Dead.
[QUOTE=BusinessRed;49486096]The Stanley Parable would be good for teaching basic fps movement.[/QUOTE]
I don't think Stanley Parable makes sense to non-gamers.
Telltale games might be a good idea, they were pretty slow paced (or at least i remember them to be).
The controls aren't that much of an issue, as he's slowly getting accustomed to them. Bigger problem is that his English isn't the greatest. He's started learning it a few years ago, but he's not fully capable of reading and understanding if it's at a faster speed. Should've mentioned that earlier, perhaps.
It's slightly annoying that he can't understand everything, but most of it he can. He does love it, because it gives him more oppertunity for learning the language. With the Sherlock Holmes game it's not a big issue, shouldn't be too big of an issue with the telltale games, either.
As far as progress goes, in case anyone's interested in hearing. He's getting slightly better at the controls, but he's having some slight issues with progressing. He's been stuck today because he couldn't find some evidence, but I've helped him out. Hopefully he'll get better at finding them as he plays more.
What kind of games does he want to try out?
If just a game in general maybe try like a source game or Arma 3. Something online as most computer games are.
If he likes a good story you can't go wrong with the first Fallout game, although it is a little bit difficult.
The Monkey island series.
He should just start with some flash games like Bloons or something.
[quote]Videogames for a beginner?[/quote]
[QUOTE=Verideth;49493354]Arma 3.[/QUOTE]
:huh:
Plague, Inc
Super Mario Bros. 3
Mario Party/2/3
Papers, Please
The Walking Dead Game
SimCity 4
The Sims 2/3/4?
[QUOTE=Onii;49485800]Hey everyone,
bdd458 suggested the newest Sherlock Holmes game. That sounded like an interesting idea. Checked out a video and got the game afterwards.
My dad also thought it was a pretty interesting idea. Currently he's got a bit of trouble having to wrap his head around how KB+M works, and that he can't play it too long at once (15-30 minutes tires him out already).
I have to hold his hand every now and then with some of the puzzles, also because he's not too great with the controls yet. He does enjoy the game, however. Hopefully he'll be able to get a better grasp over the controls soon, but everything seems to go well right now!
He was also rather surprised about the story elements, he didn't really expect to be as much story as there is. Obviously he does enjoy that, haha.
Thanks again for the suggestions, everyone. I think I should have an idea of what to recommend him afterwards, but he'll be occupied with this game for quite some time![/QUOTE]
Glad to hear itms working out!
I forgot to mention, the new one is coming out this year as well (spring iirc), so if he enjoys the whole thing keep an eye on it. I don't remember if its going to have an overarching story like the ones prior to Crimes and Punishment however.
Stumbled across this and was reminded of the thread:
[video=youtube;-3xiA-k4pOo]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3xiA-k4pOo[/video]
It seems very beginner-friendly. It's a story driven strategy game without too much to pay attention to.
So I just bought Ratchet and Clank, Maximo, and Jak and Daxter. Just occurred to me that those games were probably a fair few people's starter games. Mine was Spyro the Dragon, that works too.
Edit:
I TAKE IT BACK MAXIMO IS NOT A GOOD STARTER GAME!
[video=youtube;ZhzXKMqZBBc]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZhzXKMqZBBc[/video]
[editline]10th January 2016[/editline]
The way games meant to be played
[editline]10th January 2016[/editline]
You definietly want your dad to be a quake master
Darwinia/Multiwinia have struck me as the simplest an RTS can get, and they're fairly cute. Honestly you should look at Popcap's library, they made tons of simple straight forward games, I believe they did Bejeweled and Peggle. Insaniquarium too I think.
The older Doom games are good.
This may sound like an odd suggestion but the hl2 episodes might be handy if played in commentary mode. They explain some of the ways developers try and visually guide players to the next step.
Furthermore the audio clouds will act as a sort of bread crumb system.
Not to be used as babbies first game but could be useful further down the line.
[QUOTE=Onii;49465433]My dad's been talking to me recently that he'd like to try out some games.
He's not too great with computers in general, so I didn't know what to recommend. Maybe some of you can give me some recommendations?
Preference goes to something that's slower paced and something that isn't overly complex.
Thanks in advance![/QUOTE]
System Shock 2 on Insane. Trial by fire.
On a serious one though, Fallout 3/NV/4 or TES Oblivion or Skyrim. As much as I criticise them especially fallout, they're very simple games to get the hang of, but they've each got a lot of depth. Also they're extremely easy on the lower difficulties, and the player essentially dictates the pace.
[editline]10th January 2016[/editline]
[QUOTE=Onii;49468358]Thanks for your replies everyone, really appriciate it.
My dad's in his 50-60's, not really a fan of violence and such. He'd much rather prefer strategy or puzzles over shooters, where he can slowly take his time , perhaps something that has a lot of replay value.
We don't own any consoles, so anything related to them isn't really a go-to for now.
I'll have a talk to him later today once I see him again, and show him some of the games that you've all suggested.
Thanks again, everyone![/QUOTE]
Ground Control? There's a lot of emphasis of micro over macro in it but the action isn't so condensed that you're scrambling to react, and in most missions you can choose to be extremely methodical. It's also free.
Also the original Homeworld, it's very slow-paced and is one of the most atmospheric RTS in memory. Winning or losing is more dependent on your force composition and when and what you decide to commit to an engagement, rather than straight up micro. I wouldn't recommend Remastered though, as nice as it looks it's not worth the fact they fucked up many elements of the original's gameplay.
Crayon Phyisics
I've played it a bit and it's a really simple puzzle game.
[QUOTE=Spor;49485073]It may not be the best course for the non-violent dad, but still, here are the games that my mom beat when starting out, in that order:
Portal
Portal 2
Walking Dead from telltale
Doom 1 online with me
LA Noire (Lots of hand holding)
New Vegas hardcore (Game is very easy (Generous with stimpaks) and you have VATS for shooting)
Half Life 1, 2 and episodes on easy
Fallout 1
Max Payne 3 on easy
Walking dead season 2
Stalker on master (now playing)
The point is that even older people can develop the necessary reflexes to play more advanced games in a year or two.[/QUOTE]
your mom beat fucking fallout 1 starting out?
jealous as fuck
[QUOTE=Rossy167;49499833]So I just bought Ratchet and Clank, Maximo, and Jak and Daxter. Just occurred to me that those games were probably a fair few people's starter games. Mine was Spyro the Dragon, that works too.
Edit:
I TAKE IT BACK MAXIMO IS NOT A GOOD STARTER GAME![/QUOTE]
I recently went back and re-bought all my childhood favourites
Holy fuck how did I beat Jak 2 as a kid this game is hard as shit jfc
[editline]13th January 2016[/editline]
I play XCOM and DF and Eve and I'm learning Aurora for god sake. I was embarrassed at myself for dying so much
beat em ups and driving games are usually the way to go.
the Portal series is a must.
skullgirls?
i think he'd better to start from some strategy games, like chess or something
If he's liking Sherlock Holmes, I think something like the Layton series, Phoenix Wright (maybe not, since there's reliance on a lot of text), or Puzzle Agent might interest him.
More typical adventure games are more difficult to recommend because of the pulley chicken problem. The Longest Journey has one of those, but is pretty smooth sailing beside. Also heard great stuff about the two Book of Unwritten Tales games, but haven't played them myself.
Could also look into L.A. Noire. There's an option for skipping action sequences and your partner can drive you around town, so there's little issue with controls.
Mmm yes how about a real classic, Scooby Doo Mystery Mayhem, yep a true classic mmmhmm
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