most relaxing games

Started by Chestertonian, May 12, 2018, 10:29:49 PM

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Philomena

Quote from: Serviam on May 19, 2018, 10:48:21 AM
Solitaire. I'm hooked on Solitaire. Trick is not to just clear the stack but to do so in the fewest of possible moves, that way you have a relaxing game (there are no machine guns or jump scares in solitaire, at least not the version I play on my phone) but then at the same time enough brain engagement, plotting out which cards to move and which cards not to, so you don't feel like you are just shutting off your brain, drooling as you move cards from point a to point b.

I'd go with Solitaire, with that goal in mind. Try to beat my record, 93 moves!

Uh, other relaxing puzzle games, this one is pretty good http://www.coolmath-games.com/0-bloxorz

My record is 89!  8)

Serviam

With fear and trembling work out your salvation.

Serviam

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Quote from: Philomena on July 05, 2018, 01:49:48 PM
Quote from: Serviam on May 19, 2018, 10:48:21 AM
Solitaire. I'm hooked on Solitaire. Trick is not to just clear the stack but to do so in the fewest of possible moves, that way you have a relaxing game (there are no machine guns or jump scares in solitaire, at least not the version I play on my phone) but then at the same time enough brain engagement, plotting out which cards to move and which cards not to, so you don't feel like you are just shutting off your brain, drooling as you move cards from point a to point b.

I'd go with Solitaire, with that goal in mind. Try to beat my record, 93 moves!

Uh, other relaxing puzzle games, this one is pretty good http://www.coolmath-games.com/0-bloxorz

My record is 89!  8)

After approx. 8500 games I just now got an 87!


*Total # of games is skewed due to sw reset.
With fear and trembling work out your salvation.

Philomena

I've tried, but I can't seem to beat you, Serviam. My best is holding at 88.  :(

Serviam

Quote from: Philomena on August 08, 2018, 05:03:07 PM
I've tried, but I can't seem to beat you, Serviam. My best is holding at 88.  :(

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PerEvangelicaDicta

That was a gauntlet gently placed on the ground, Serviam style, Philomena  :P
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Philomena

Oh, I understood that, Per.  :)  What do you think I've been doing for the past three weeks?

85, Serviam! 85.  8)

Serviam

I'm mildly very extremely annoyed now.
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george_aeterno

I don't play games much, and the following aren't exactly puzzle games, but definitely Animal Crossing would count. The PSX and GCN Harvest Moons are awesome.

I find most retro games that aren't button mashers or platformers to be extremely relaxing. Especially if you get an old cathode-ray television to play them on, on a rainy day.

DigitalLogos

My go-to game for relaxing is American Truck Simulator. I like driving as it is, so after a night at work it's nice to come home and have a beer while listening to some country music while hauling freight from Washington to Arizona.

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Old School 8 bit Atari Adventure.




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Quote from: clau clau on June 10, 2022, 03:41:46 PM
Old School 8 bit Atari Adventure.




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josh987654321

For a good relaxing game, I've gotta say I've been impressed with Forza Horizon 5



1. This game is rather demanding on the hardware, so if you plan to play it on PC, it will need to be a decent PC to get the most out of it.

2. It's expensive, but when on special and if you have the hardware for it, then it's a good buy IMO.

3. It can be addictive/unhealthy if one gets sucked into certain 'missions' and trying to collect every single car etc, however if you ignore that part, then it's a rather satisfying free roam driving game that can be quite enjoyable without sucking you into anything.

4. It does have "The Message" in regards to hints toward aztec paganism and pronouns etc, but this can rather easily be completely ignored and the game still enjoyed to the full without it IMO. Don't know what future turns it may take, but for the most part it's decent IMO.

But anyway, for a good video game that one can enjoy in moderation it gets a tick from me. It's just important to be aware of the traps in regards to certain time limited missions/items thus pressuring you to play it more than you want to and in regards to "the message" that is occasionally tried to sneak in, but for the most part can be entirely ignored.

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Melkor

Grim Dawn is my go to for a relaxing game. It's a great ARPG, probably one of the best ever. Somewhat steep learning curve but the near endless replay ability; with the dual-class system and staggering amount of items is amazing. If you like good loot then this is your game! The best thing is you can pick any weapon, skill, or class theme and it will work with proper build planning. Great atmosphere and music, along with decent lore makes for an engaging experience, even when levelling multiple times. I probably honestly play more than I should, but an hour every night after work and family time isn't too bad I think.
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The Curt Jester

Most relaxing computer game ever?  In my opinion, Transport Tycoon Deluxe.  Why?  Because it's a simulation which allows you to take it at your own pace and sometimes just sit back and watch the trains and stuff travel.  There's no stress of constantly moving (like a FPS), figuring out puzzles (RPGs often), or madly clicking buttons (RTS) and you can often leave it running and go do something else.

Of course, the real reason is that you could put train tracks across the opponents' roads, do some deconstruction of the the roads, trap the vehicles near the train crossings, sit back and wait for the inevitable collision which results in a nice, satisfying fireball of the competition's road fleet.  Nothing more relaxing than delicious destruction, right?

It's a real time sink though so I uninstalled it about four years ago and haven't loaded it since.
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And to his jester cried: "Sir Fool,
Kneel now, and make for us a prayer!"

The jester doffed his cap and bells,
And stood the mocking court before;
They could not see the bitter smile
Behind the painted grin he wore.

He bowed his head, and bent his knee
Upon the Monarch's silken stool;
His pleading voice arose: "O Lord,
Be merciful to me, a fool!"