Can’t Get More Chill Than This!
Not all video games have to revolve around epic stories, frantic action and decisions that leave us with crazy palpitations. Sometimes all you need is an engrossing concept, a solid execution, and an atmosphere that inspires nothing but peaceful thoughts and an overall sense of calm. As a result, we’ve been blessed with titles that manage to speak volumes with surprisingly little, their whimsical impact managing to outshine even the most hardcore of FPS’ and RPGs.
While everyone has their own tastes, we feel that even those that prefer their games to have plenty of bite can still enjoy the ambience that these three manage to deliver.
#3: “The Sims” series (2000-13)
Life simulation at its finest. While the idea of maintaining your own in-game family might sound like a waste of time, before long you’ll be thoroughly invested as you expand their career and lifestyle choices with the click of a button. Even if you just want to mess around and see how long it takes to summon the Grim Reaper, the amount of options, customisation and replayability available make it all too easy to carve your own narrative!
#2: “Stardew Valley” (2016)
Inspired by classics such as Harvest Moon, this farming simulator gives players the gift of their very own plot of land to develop. It may not seem like much at first glance, but then you discover just how much content this game truly has. Not only does maintaining your property start to become enjoyable, but you also get to interact and possibly romance the valley’s residents, most of whom are nothing short of delightful. Fishing mini-games, slaying monsters, treasure hunting, taking part in the community, there’s just a wholesome element to this game that will have you entranced in no time!
#1: “ABZU” (2016)
Turns out there’s more beneath the waves than we could possibly imagine. As a lone diver, players were given the chance to explore the majesty of marine life while also delving deep into ancient ruins. It’s lush visuals and beautiful soundtrack deliver a truly captivating experience that will give new meaning to jumping the shark. There truly is nothing quite like breaking through the water’s surface while riding a whale like a steed.
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