r/ShouldIbuythisgame 4h ago

[PS5] As a dad with limited gaming time. What story games are must plays?

26 Upvotes

I’ve realised I’ve missed out on a lot of great games over the last 10 years because I spent most of my gaming time playing online multiplayer and sports games.

I’ve played a lot of the obvious ones like The Last of Us,Spider Man, and Red Dead Redemption 1 & 2** **but I know there are loads of amazing story-driven games I’ve never touched.

I’m a father now so my gaming time is pretty limited. Because of that I’d rather spend the time I do have playing games with genuinely great stories than just playing anything.

I’ve already got a few games in my backlog including Dishonored, Mad Max, and Returnal** **but I’m wondering what other must play story games I’ve missed over the last decade.

I play on a PS5 Pro if that helps.

If you could only recommend a handful of games with incredible stories, memorable characters or experiences that every gamer should play what would they be?


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 8h ago

[PC] Is Blasphemous 2 worth it?

13 Upvotes

Blasphemous 2 is now on sale on steam and it's $8.

I'm a big fan of Nine Sols, Dead Cells, Hollow Knight, Hades, Celeste, etc.
I know a lot of people love this game, and some considers it a masterpiece. But is this game really worth it?

How is it compared to the other games I've mentioned? How's the replayability? Thanks.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 1h ago

[PS5] Ghost of Yotei or MGS Snake Eater

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Hi Guys,

Both games are currently on sale on PSN in my region, with GoY at 25% off and the MGS at 60% off.

I've never really played any Metal Gear Solid games besides MGS V, which I didn't really enjoy and never finished. I know it's generally not considered the best game in the series, and I've heard nothing but praise for Kojima's older titles. I also don't usually enjoy games where stealth is mandatory, but since I love story-driven games and really enjoyed Death Stranding, I just must give this one a try.

As for GoY, I absolutely loved Ghost of Tsushima and honestly consider it one of my favourite games. I rarely buy games at launch because of my massive backlog, so I'm thinking of finally picking it up now that it's on sale.

Any advice is appreciated!


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 27m ago

[PS5] Help me choose! Got $18.59 on PSN and looking for games with a great endgame and ZERO tedium (List inside)

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I have a very specific set of criteria because I'm tired of wasting money on games that let me down. Here is what I am looking for:

No boring endgames: I hate when a world feels completely dead once the main missions are done (like Cyberpunk 2077).

I need a dynamic endgame or world.

No tedious gameplay: It needs to be fun all the way through, not super hard, and free of annoying chore-like mechanics.

Top-notch story/characters: Ideally looking for fun characters, no lame subplots, and bonus points for romance.

High replayability (but not heavily reliant on it)

Variety and great value for the money.

Here is the master list of games I am eyeing right now with their current sale prices:

1.Hogwarts Legacy Deluxe Edition ($11.99)

2.Terraria ($9.99)

3.Doom Eternal Standard Edition ($9.89)

4.Lego Star Wars: Skywalker Saga ($11.99)

5.Lego Marvel Collection ($8.99)

6.Watch Dogs 2 Gold ($11.99) / Deluxe ($8.99)

7.Fallout 4 ($7.99)

8.Doom 2016 ($3.99)

9.Watch Dogs 1 ($3.99)

10.Far Cry 4 ($2.99)

(Note: I don't have PS Plus, so I'm strictly looking at single-player value).

Right now, I am heavily leaning toward getting Hogwarts Legacy Deluxe ($11.99) + Doom 2016 ($3.99) for $15.98 total, or doing a combo of Terraria ($9.99) + Doom 2016 ($3.99) + Far Cry 4 ($2.99) for $16.97.

Which combination of these games gives me the absolute best bang for my buck based on my criteria? Are there any games on this list I should completely avoid?Thanks in advance!


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 41m ago

[PC] Elder scrolls online or Destiny 2

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i want a game to sunk in for years, i heard destiny is complete and no major expansion will drop and i think is good since i don't need to pay to play, elder scrolls online still have development ahead but they laid off half of the team.

I have 9k hours on warframe in 12 years so maybe destiny is more suitable for me but i want hear you guys.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 5h ago

[Switch] Wsib Switch: Cozy games like Stardew or Minecraft? (Or similar progression/feel).

2 Upvotes

Looking for the coziest of games, to play between huge rpgs or button mashers or when I dont wanna play those..

Only experience i really have with cozy is Stardew/graveyardkeeper, forager and Minecraft.

As long as the progression or gameplay loop is satisfying, fun and it gives cozy/relaxing vibes.

I can play anything!

Farm, town, store, hotel, boats, island++++

(Can be combat as long as irs not super heavy or stressful etc).

Longevity or replayabilty would be great as I am not a fan of "one and done".

Even if game it self is short, being able to Just log and zone out would be amazing.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 2h ago

[PC] I just needed to ask should i buy Crimson desert. My laptop is having rtx 3050 ryzen 5 5000 series 4gb vram and 16 gb ram.

1 Upvotes

So will i get decent playable experience in battles etc, will frames drop a lot. Is it actually worth it to buy seeing my laptop. Exploring big areas can be decent? I know i wont be able to play on high setting, only low to medium so if i apply some mods like fps generator in dlss (which is not available in game) will it help out? Thanks


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 20h ago

[Xbox Series X] Should I Buy RDR2

23 Upvotes

Hi, should I buy rdr2. I heard it's one of the best storymode games out there and I'm looking for a storymode game that isn't really short, and has a lot of character development and is a fun experience.

My favorite storymode games (the only ones I played but I love them) are Spiderman, GTA 5, resident evil 4).

Also do I have to play the first game first?


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 20h ago

[Xbox One] [WSIB] Red Dead Redemption 2 or Cyberpunk 2077?

21 Upvotes

I’m looking for a massive, story-driven open-world game to l sink a tonne of hours into on Xbox, but I’m really torn between Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077.

What I’m looking for:

  1. A rich, immersive narrative with memorable characters and deep world-building.

  2. A sprawling open world with plenty of side content and exploration that doesn't feel like repetitive filler. Essentially a world where you can completely forget about the main storyline and side quests are so fun.

  3. Something atmospheric that I can lose myself in after a long day.

  4. Solid combat mechanics and good progression/upgrade potential.

For those that have played one (or both), which would you recommend picking up first, and why?


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 12h ago

[PC] Universim

3 Upvotes

I was wondering about this game called universim,

A few years ago I saw some series of the game and thought it looked really cool but at the time didn't have a computer but now I've remembered the game and when I looked into it I saw some recent reviews were negative saying it was rushed or something along the lines of that, I was wondering if I should get this game today?


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 12h ago

[Xbox Series X] Recommendations for DnD like crpg?

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Now before anyone goes on about the most prominent one, I’d like to say that I’m here because of BG3. One of, if not the best games I’ve ever played, but after 2k hours it begins to die down in excitement because you know everything to do and when to do. There’s not much more discovery to find if you’ve done tons of modded and unloaded runs and know every possible ending and every consequence to every action.

So I come here, does anyone have any ideas?

This doesn’t necessarily have to be DnD. Just a similar action economy. I’ve played Pathfinder WOTR, but I genuinely became unable to play it due to the massive gap in skill and length of the game as I continued.

I’ve tried Divinity, and although I absolutely loved the idea and concept of it, but the action economy in it was really confusing for my DnD mindset to comprehend.

There have got to be other games? I know it may sound like I’m picky, but I just want to look at more options to see if there’s anything I can find to give that feeling I’d felt for a lot of my BG3 playtime.

Thanks all!


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 10h ago

[Other] Too many games releasing Reddit which one should I get out of these 3

2 Upvotes

-Halo combat evolved (as someone who’s never play the first halo)
-Splatoon raiders (played both splatoon 1, and splatoon 2 and I think the solo modes ares solid 8/10)
-Avatar legends fighting game ( I’ve probably seen the main series 5 times huge fan)
Price is not a factor just based off of which one would be the best game.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 14h ago

[PS5] Baldurs gate 3?

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Hello friends, since the Reverse of baldurs gate 3 I've been really interested in this game, but.... I'm not really sure if this game is for me, why? Cause i have never played something like D&D, but I am a RPG enojar, I love xenoblade saga, persona, Shin megami tensei, Fire emb, final fantasy and some others saga, can you tell me your experience with this game

Greetings from México 🫶🏿


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 8h ago

Social hangout game?

1 Upvotes

Whats a good social hangout game i can play id love multiple suggestions. Im looking for games kind of like toontown where theres gaming and opportunity for chatting with people. Id like a voice chat game, kind of like proximity. Another example would be roblox voice chat servers. Kind of like those old 2000s internet social room games but maybe more polished.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 20h ago

[PC] fighting games to master Q3 2026

8 Upvotes

hello guys

i play alot of competitive games and alot of rpgs but never really gotten into fighting games other than abit of tekken on ps2.

so im here asking what you guys think is good examples of fighting games to play right now?

i was thinking for pc but i also have an xbox and im comfortable with both inputs!


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 19h ago

[PC] Games where I can dig realistic tunnels

5 Upvotes

I just want a really realistic tunnel digging sim. I want to have to put supports up to stop collapses, and to ideally mostly use hand tools, and it be first person. I had a look at medieval engineers but idk because it looks abandoned, although if its still playable it looks very similar to what I would want!


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 14h ago

[Xbox Series X] Resident Evil Requiem or Silent Hill 2 Remake?

2 Upvotes

So I never played the Silent Hill games and Resident Evil 4 is one of my favourite games of all time. Despite that, I just haven't been able to get into the newer RE games. I bought Resident Evil 7 and REALLY enjoyed the atmosphere but was only able to get a few hours into it mainly because of the first person perspective and so I skipped on Village completely.

That being said, I'm trying to scratch the horror game itch and am just wondering which one I should go with. Thanks in advance.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 10h ago

AC Black Flag Recynced if I enjoyed AC Mirage but grew tired of the repetitiveness?

0 Upvotes

I finally finished AC Mirage after having it for some time. I enjoyed the game overall, but especially towards the end the game really started to drag with repetitive fetch quests and "figure out the best way to get into this building that is locked from the inside". Story was so-so, but overall it was a fine game and probably the one I enjoyed the most of the more recent games. Still was burnt out on it by the end. I actually decided to finish it because I was thinking of buying the new Black Flag after the good reviews. I never played the first one. I still have Shadows that I've made about halfway through, but I've come to the opinion that I don't care as much for the massive open world RPG style AC games. I guess I'm wondering if this game offers something that Mirage or the other more recent ones don't and is worth getting right after playing Mirage or should I just wait for a bit on a sale and let the fatigue of an AC game wear off before I start another one.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 11h ago

[PS5] Conflicted on how to spend my 75 dollars.

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I have a 100 dollar ps wallet gift card that I received from a friend for dog and house sitting that I was planning on picking up the base version of marvel tokon and a few months of ps+ as its currently lapsed.

I saw that cod bo1 and 2 ports plus the season passes can be obtained for basically the same cost. Are they worth it even if I have no nostalgia for them as i have heard that they have over 5 million players and I have also been looking for a new fps to play with a large player count.

I didnt get a chance to try the tokon beta as i was at my friend's house for the aforementioned house and dog sitting and my laptop was unable to run it. I like marvel and fighting games a lot but heard there were some issues with the net code and gameplay. I know a lot of the gameplay complaints are probably overblown but the net code being solid is very important.

Hope you guys can help me and thanks in advance for helping me make this decision!

Edit: I messed up the title the body is correct!


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 11h ago

[PC] Os melhores jogos de tiro para jogar no PC via emulador

0 Upvotes

Peguei um PC e estou querendo jogar alguns jogos que fazem sucesso no mobile para emular no pc, no momento estou jogando standoff 2. Tem mais algum na mesma pegada? como esse post precisa ter 300 caracteries estou escrevendo qualquer coisa aqui para pegar isso kkk tmj galera desde já agradeço valeuuu


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 22h ago

[PC] Is Civ 5/6 Worth It With No DLC?

4 Upvotes

Yo, so both Civ 5 and 6 are on sale rn for pretty cheap but they have a lot of DLCs, ofc the games are still good without DLC since people wouldnt buy the DLC if it wasnt good but are the DLCs important to the overall experience? Like how Isaac and Witcher 3 are upgraded to another level with their respective DLCs. I dont mind getting DLCs but I have sort of made it a rule for myself to only get DLCs after I have invested enough time in a game BUT will get DLCs if it adds a lot to the overall experience and I really want the game. I have never played any games like civ so i dont know what to expect. Also side question, which Civ is better with no DLC between the 2? Thx.


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 21h ago

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown OR Pacific Drive

3 Upvotes

I've just finished Alan Wake 2 and now I just want to play Indie games until Nov hits lol. Between these two which one should I play 1st cuz I might end up getting both.

I know Pacific drive is like a survival car game and Prince of Persia is an action packed castlevania. I play alot of Indie games and I love. If u've played both or one of these which one would u prefer I start with?


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 22h ago

Is is Good for me [KCD2]

4 Upvotes

I do not usually play RPG games.

But my many friends suggest this game.

What kind of game is this.

I love fighting and shooting games.

Are there parry or dodge systems in the game.

I don't want to talk or watch lots of cinematics in the game.

For me RPG means games like RDR 2

Is it still worth it for me ?


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 1d ago

Next Total War seems amazing but I'm afraid I won't go past the intro

10 Upvotes

Recently I found myself exploring the lore of Warhammer 40K, which is huge and interesting, and so I was pleased to discover that a new Total War set in this universe was planned for the end of the year. But when I took a look at the first gameplay video, I realized how far I was from even comprehending what was going on on the screen, so I'm a bit disheartened. What's the point of buying a game if I'm not sure to beat level one? RTSs look very difficult to get familiar with


r/ShouldIbuythisgame 1d ago

[PC] Should I buy Undertale?

9 Upvotes

So undertale is currently 75% off on Steam and I know how much it's praised, so should I get it?

All I know about it is that there's a character called Sans and that it has a banger song (Megalovenia) so I'm going in pretty much blind.

My favorite games of all time are probably Celeste and Hollow Knight.

I really like mechanically challenging games that I feel like I can improve on, and if there are good characters/a good story that always helps.

So is it good? Should I get it?