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What game do you play to just chill? (discuss.online)

submitted 2 years ago by DashboTreeFrog@discuss.online to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world

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Nowadays I find a lot of games feel like too much work and/or anxiety when I just want to relax for like, 30 minutes to an hour after a long day. On the other hand, the games specifically designed to help you unwind just feel boring imo.

In the past I've felt like Outer Wilds scratched this itch, cause the whole experience was engaging but generally relaxed. There was a mystery that kept me hooked and the exploration and movement was fun in and of itself. I also felt like Subnautica filled this role since it was very much at my own pace, with anxiety producing portions which could for the most part be avoided or minimized, and also there was a clear objective to fulfill, get off the planet.

So what games do you play when you just wanna relax?

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[–] kemsat@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

Diablo 4. I usually turn on Futurama when I play.

[–] Daxtron2@lemmy.ml 2 points 2 years ago (3 children)

I liked the earlier diablo games but have heard lots of negatives about 4. I know 3 had a lot of issues on launch but I really enjoy it now. Would you recommend it for someone who doesn't really have an interest in constantly running endgame content?

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[–] diemartin@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 years ago

Basically Loopy in Simon Tatham's Puzzles, available on Linux, Windows, and Android (F-Droid), when I don't want to be stressed.

Otherwise I just play some retro/old school games like Final Fantasy (started IV a few days ago), (Free)Doom, AssaultCube or Cave Story when on my laptop.

[–] b0gl@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 years ago

I play Tibia. It's an old 2d MMORPG with endless grinding. Loads of quests and a playerbase where the average age is like 28.

[–] Salix@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 years ago

For me, it is Nova Drift. It has been the game I go to when I just want to relax and chill.

[–] Nihilore@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

Genshin Impact has been my comfort game the last 2 years

[–] ccdfa@lemm.ee 2 points 2 years ago

Pokemon Fire Red or Dark Souls

[–] Sir_Fridge@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Creeper world 4. Especially the community made play as creep levels.

[–] BrianTheeBiscuiteer@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

Haven't played CW4 yet but 1 & 3 are awesome chillout games.

[–] Mrkawfee@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

Euro truck simulator. Just hit the road and drive.

[–] yamanii@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

You want arcade experiences

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[–] ComeHereOrIHookYou@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

These days it's Baldurs Gate 3 but before that, it's Grimdawn for ARPG itch or Stardew valley if I just want to turn a game on and afk alot. (Sometimes that's Grimdawn too)

[–] ptolemy@infosec.pub 2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Earth Defense Force or Creeper World 3

[–] SendMePhotos@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Descenders (oddly satisfying mountain biking game)

Life is Strange was a good one to chill and enjoy the unfolding of events (any of them are good. The 1st and Colors were my favorites)

Grand Turismo I've been on. Never really been a racing fan but for a few races I'm actually relaxed and enjoying myself.

[–] noxy@yiffit.net 2 points 2 years ago

Descenders is such a fun game! I love doing suicide trick jumps into the finish area so the level successfully ends with my rider crashing through the barriers in the background

Also some great tunes. And the crazy obstacle course levels are a blast

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