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(1) Any suggestions for couples? Like something peaceful and fun, maybe open world? My GF and I played Overcooked 2. She loved it, but honestly I found it way

by dv35z 6y ago

(1) Any suggestions for couples? Like something peaceful and fun, maybe open world? My GF and I played Overcooked 2. She loved it, but honestly I found it way too stressful for me (I felt like I was at work during a Sev1!). I've always played FPS & RTS, and so entire genres of games are just so unfamiliar to me, but I'd love to explore some and see what else fits. Just the other day, we tried Stardew Valley. I never thought that kind of game would interest me, but it's fun walking around the world, going into town, interacting with NPCs. I think those "slightly-more-structured-than-Minecraft" games would be cool. (2.1) What's the game State of the Art for "a group of friends commanding a space ship"? I experimented with Pulsar: Lost Colony a few years back, and heard that Elite Dangerous has some new coop stuff in it. I'd honestly love a "first person perspective" version of Homeworld 2. You and some friends are manning a frigate, battling it out with NPC ships, etc. (2.2) Other small group of friends games? I've got a friend who is setting up a minecraft server to play in, but I'd rather have some other small group game where we could team up and either build something (e.g. minecraft clones, or other open world things), or even perform adventures/quests together (I've never played any RPG, and am not particularly interested in the magic/fantasy genre). I know it's a bit dark, but I've always thought a multiplayer/co-op version of This War of Mine would be absolutely incredible. Anyway, if anyone has strong opinions on this, please share!

NDizzle 6y ago
"Group of friends commanding a space ship" Star Trek Bridge Crew!!! https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/game/star-trek/bridge-crew https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/game/star-trek/bridge-crew It's hilarious with the right group of friends.
acomjean 6y ago
What's the game State of the Art for "a group of friends commanding a space ship"? I experimented with Pulsar: Lost Colony a few years back, and heard that Elite Dangerous has some new coop stuff in it. I'd honestly love a "first person perspective" version of Homeworld 2. You and some friends are manning a frigate, battling it out with NPC ships, etc. Star Trek Bridge Commander? (Crew?) though it can get kinda stressful. If you have a ps4 Unravel 2 is pretty fun light platform for two people. My GF plays fortnite with her cousins husband and his brothers. This like it. The voice chat is pretty decent and the game is lite for a shooter. Plus the occasional Fortnite concert/DJ set is an interesting break. https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2020/04/fortnites-party-royale-mode-ditches-the-guns-asks-players-to-chill/ https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2020/04/fortnites-party-royal...
- Zanni 6y ago
  Unravel 2 is also on Switch, Xbox and Windows, and it is delightful. I don't generally like platformers, but I love everything about this game: character design, puzzles, graphics, even the slightly menacing storyline. The co-op play is brilliant, and even has options where you can literally carry another player through the more difficult jumping puzzles. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOIn34q_oT8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOIn34q_oT8
- lozenge 6y ago
  Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime?
bentcorner 6y ago
> What's the game State of the Art for "a group of friends commanding a space ship"? I realize this isn't state of the art, but "Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime" is a very approachable take on this concept. Very couch co-op friendly and you aren't 100% reliant on your crew so you can carry the game if you're playing with people who don't usually play videogames. > Other small group of friends games? Terraria is a 2d-minecraft-like game that AFAIK also has some RPG-like elements. I haven't played it a ton but it seems more approachable than minecraft.
lelandbatey 6y ago
I'll highly recommend Untangled 2. It's a platformer based around two-player couch co-op. I played it on the Nintendo Switch and found that it was cheap (~$5), had excellent platforming mechanics, and very clever puzzles that were very different from any other game without being too hard or frustrating. It's relaxed, beautiful, tons of fun to play, and exactly the kind of game to play with an inexperienced co-pilot.
- fastball 6y ago
  I think you might mean "Unravel 2".
blockmarker 6y ago
2.2- For co-op I recommend Terraria, it is a 2d Minecraft but much more focused on adventure and combat. Really cheap and has lots of content, and there are mods on PC. I also recommend getting the Epic Store free games, since all your friends can get them. Not all of them are multiplayer though. This week GTA5 is free, you might want to try the multiplayer with your friends.
- xahrepap 6y ago
  Terraria has it's last major update tomorrow! Super fun game! Even better co-op
- Kihashi 6y ago
  And Terraria just put out a patch with 40 pages of content notes. Lots of rebalance, new content, graphics updates, and QoL updates. It's a good time to jump in and the game is $10 on steam.
FractalParadigm 6y ago
As for (2.1) I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned yet; Artemis Spaceship Bridge Simulator is a really good one I've played with friends before (albeit that was about 5 years ago since we last played). The graphics are fairly dated, but IMO the gameplay is there, and when you include 5 other friends playing in the various positions as well, it can make for a lot of fun.
lukaszkups 6y ago
Tekken - maybe not peaceful but fun to play with loved ones :D Also, Gran Turismo or any racing game (if your partner is into these kind of games).
Bekwnn 6y ago
Barotrauma or Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time are two very different "sharing a spaceship" style games you could try.
quacker 6y ago
GF and I have had success with Minecraft, Overcooked 1/2, Human Fall Flat, Don't Starve Together, Rocket League, and the Halo co-op campaigns[1]. Unrailed is an early access game on Steam. Short but not bad. A bit like Overcooked in terms of task management. We've tried Borderlands and Diablo 3, but quickly became a bit bored of them and dropped off. Lots of loot and not a ton of substance I felt. ---------- 1. Halo: MCC is out for PC and will include six titles for $40 - though you need two copies for co-op play. Halo Reach, Halo: CE, and Halo 2 are out currently. Others coming in 2020)
GuiA 6y ago
Rayman Legends

by dv35z 6y ago

NDizzle 6y ago

"Group of friends commanding a space ship" Star Trek Bridge Crew!!! https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/game/star-trek/bridge-crew https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/game/star-trek/bridge-crew It's hilarious with the right group of friends.

acomjean 6y ago

What's the game State of the Art for "a group of friends commanding a space ship"? I experimented with Pulsar: Lost Colony a few years back, and heard that Elite Dangerous has some new coop stuff in it. I'd honestly love a "first person perspective" version of Homeworld 2. You and some friends are manning a frigate, battling it out with NPC ships, etc. Star Trek Bridge Commander? (Crew?) though it can get kinda stressful. If you have a ps4 Unravel 2 is pretty fun light platform for two people. My GF plays fortnite with her cousins husband and his brothers. This like it. The voice chat is pretty decent and the game is lite for a shooter. Plus the occasional Fortnite concert/DJ set is an interesting break. https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2020/04/fortnites-party-royale-mode-ditches-the-guns-asks-players-to-chill/ https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2020/04/fortnites-party-royal...

Zanni 6y ago
Unravel 2 is also on Switch, Xbox and Windows, and it is delightful. I don't generally like platformers, but I love everything about this game: character design, puzzles, graphics, even the slightly menacing storyline. The co-op play is brilliant, and even has options where you can literally carry another player through the more difficult jumping puzzles. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOIn34q_oT8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOIn34q_oT8
lozenge 6y ago
Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime?

bentcorner 6y ago

> What's the game State of the Art for "a group of friends commanding a space ship"? I realize this isn't state of the art, but "Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime" is a very approachable take on this concept. Very couch co-op friendly and you aren't 100% reliant on your crew so you can carry the game if you're playing with people who don't usually play videogames. > Other small group of friends games? Terraria is a 2d-minecraft-like game that AFAIK also has some RPG-like elements. I haven't played it a ton but it seems more approachable than minecraft.

lelandbatey 6y ago

I'll highly recommend Untangled 2. It's a platformer based around two-player couch co-op. I played it on the Nintendo Switch and found that it was cheap (~$5), had excellent platforming mechanics, and very clever puzzles that were very different from any other game without being too hard or frustrating. It's relaxed, beautiful, tons of fun to play, and exactly the kind of game to play with an inexperienced co-pilot.

fastball 6y ago
I think you might mean "Unravel 2".

blockmarker 6y ago

2.2- For co-op I recommend Terraria, it is a 2d Minecraft but much more focused on adventure and combat. Really cheap and has lots of content, and there are mods on PC. I also recommend getting the Epic Store free games, since all your friends can get them. Not all of them are multiplayer though. This week GTA5 is free, you might want to try the multiplayer with your friends.

xahrepap 6y ago
Terraria has it's last major update tomorrow! Super fun game! Even better co-op
Kihashi 6y ago
And Terraria just put out a patch with 40 pages of content notes. Lots of rebalance, new content, graphics updates, and QoL updates. It's a good time to jump in and the game is $10 on steam.

FractalParadigm 6y ago

As for (2.1) I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned yet; Artemis Spaceship Bridge Simulator is a really good one I've played with friends before (albeit that was about 5 years ago since we last played). The graphics are fairly dated, but IMO the gameplay is there, and when you include 5 other friends playing in the various positions as well, it can make for a lot of fun.

lukaszkups 6y ago

Tekken - maybe not peaceful but fun to play with loved ones :D Also, Gran Turismo or any racing game (if your partner is into these kind of games).

Bekwnn 6y ago

Barotrauma or Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time are two very different "sharing a spaceship" style games you could try.

quacker 6y ago

GF and I have had success with Minecraft, Overcooked 1/2, Human Fall Flat, Don't Starve Together, Rocket League, and the Halo co-op campaigns[1]. Unrailed is an early access game on Steam. Short but not bad. A bit like Overcooked in terms of task management. We've tried Borderlands and Diablo 3, but quickly became a bit bored of them and dropped off. Lots of loot and not a ton of substance I felt. ---------- 1. Halo: MCC is out for PC and will include six titles for $40 - though you need two copies for co-op play. Halo Reach, Halo: CE, and Halo 2 are out currently. Others coming in 2020)

GuiA 6y ago

Rayman Legends