(With a Linux version or at least works good with Proton) Edit: just bought disco Elysium, going to post updates in the comments when I try it tomorrow. It’s on sale until tomorrow in case anyone is going to purchase it.

  • алсааас [she/they]
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    def Disco Elysium

    heed this warning though: after Disco, there is no going back; most storytelling might seem subpar or just of low quality afterwards

    it’s also soul crushing, existentialist and doesn’t shy away from critiquing/ridiculing society and what it believes in (from a Marxist pov, though Communism itself isn’t spaired either in the game, with a harsh critique only communists could write), but it’s also one of the most hopeful games I’ve ever played at the same time

    I would rly recommend a blind play through without cheating through quick saves! (aka. save scumming) A lot of decisions in the game succeed based on the probability of your stats accomplishing it. I made the mistake in my first play through and just forced everything I wanted by reloading over and over again -_-

    • @[email protected]
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      The only things I save scummed were getting Kim to dance and trying to open that bunker door. No regrets.

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      I bought this for my switch after watching a playthrough and can’t wait to have time to play it myself. The writing is SO GOOD and so beautiful. Belongs on my bookshelf with all the other books. Just poetry, and all kinds of themes and resonances. Top tier

    • @TunaLobster
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      I’ve been staring at python for too long. I read your comment like it was a function

      def Disco_Elysium():
          raise Warning("there is no going back")
      
    • themadcodger
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      Thanks for the warning. This has been on my wishlist for a while now, and I very likely would have done exactly that.

    • @[email protected]
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      100% this.

      For me I got so immersed in the world and character that it didn’t even occur to me to save scum. This RPG is so good that I actually felt like I was living the story. The only game that ever managed to accomplish that.

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      I’ve owned this game for years. And I want to love it, but I’ve never been able to make it past the dude hanging in the tree part. Which is basically the very start of the game 😄

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      My blind playthrough was great, despite or even due to mistakes made. Lost once playing sport so badly it destoyed my self-esteem, but also won a miracle 5% perception roll right at the end (although we scared it away). On my first playthrough I intentionally tried to avoid losing and I played conservatively enough for the game to start bullying me over it, which is great design.

      I’m the kind of person who thinks it’s hilarious how fragile the player can be where (esp. because of the class I picked). The cursed chair didn’t get me but it sure made me laugh.

    • GregorOP
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      23 months ago

      Just bought it, going to give it a try tomorrow.

      • fmstrat
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        23 months ago

        Hope you did it on Steam. 75% off so $10

        • GregorOP
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          33 months ago

          I buy all my games on Steam. It’s simply the best, and they support Linux and develop Proton.

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        uuu you are in for an adventure with so much replayability

        and as some other comment said: even “failed” checks lead to interesting outcomes

        • GregorOP
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          I’m especially interested in the fact that the game is from a Marxist perspective.

    • GregorOP
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      143 months ago

      They are more than just playable. They have native versions, because Valve wants to push gaming on Linux. Both are awesome games! I have already played them.

      • NutWrench
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        I also think the smartest thing Valve ever did was add Proton to their Linux platform. They are going to capture about 90% of gamers migrating from Windows to Linux. It’s a lot easier for gamers to use a pre-configured platform than fiddle with Wine settings for each game.

    • Howdy
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      63 months ago

      Can second bd:3, I’m just in the second act and it’s been fantastic.

  • NutWrench
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    173 months ago

    Witcher 3 has an amazing story and 2 DLCs that feel like entire games themselves. Runs great for me under Linux Mint (Steam / Proton).

  • @[email protected]
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    163 months ago

    Disco Elysium hands-down. Has a brilliant story with a bunch of branches, it’s a great way to kill 20+ hours.

    A shorter experience but one still pretty fun is Thank Goodness You’re Here which is a comedy with brilliant voice acting and setting. 2.5hrs ish.

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      I love the fact that even “failed” skill checks lead to interesting stories, and how having some skills “too high” starts leading down dark alleyways too.

      My fiance and I both played it, and wound up with radically different stories.

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        73 months ago

        I died in that game from reading a book that was too sad lol

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          My first death was from an uncomfortable chair.

  • Howdy
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    153 months ago

    Firewatch, cloudpunk and Cyberpunk 2077 are some I’ve played recently where I was really immersed.

    • GregorOP
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      I have already played Firewatch, it was very awesome indeed. I’ll take a look at the other games you mentioned too.

      • @shrodes
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        If you enjoyed Firewatch you’d probably like

        • Gone Home (somewhat the OG of this style of game)
        • The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
        • What Remains of Edith Finch
  • @[email protected]
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    123 months ago

    If you don’t mind horror, I would definitely recommend SOMA. It’s also one of those games where it’s best to go in blind. If you are interested, do yourself a favour and do not look at any spoilers before playing.

    Lots to think about.

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    Since nobody else has said it, Titanfall2. Not a long story, but it’s an absolutely fantastic 6 or 7 hours. Usually it’s like 5 bucks during a sale.

    • @[email protected]
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      Titanfall 2 is really great.

      The gameplay is also very varied and each level has a new fun gimmick and it never overstays its welcome.

  • @Vinny_93
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    Borderlands 2 is great! Should work with Proton.

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    • Disco Elysium

    • Citizen Sleeper

    • 1000xRESIST

    Japanese and somewhat fan servicey at times but also recommended:

    • Nier: Automata

    • 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim

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    103 months ago

    Nier Automata. Fair warning you won’t feel happy after finishing it, but it’s something everyone should experience

    • GregorOP
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      Oh yes, I have played this. Also Scarlet Hollow, by the same studio, is truly awesome and if you liked Slay the Princess you’ll love Scarlet Hollow.

    • @[email protected]
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      13 months ago

      This looks good but I’m really not into horror at all - how much horror would you say this is?

    • セリャスト
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      I hate slay the.princess actually, I found it to be a really bad game and a mediocre story

  • @[email protected]
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    83 months ago

    The Talos Principle. It’s my all time favourite game. It has a sequel too that expands on the story.

    It’s a puzzle game with a story that you discover while solving the puzzles. It’s kinda similar to Portal in that sense but instead of a focus on comedy, there’s a focus on philosophy. If you don’t mind reading some philosophical texts and being asked questions that will literally make you question your own value system, then definitely give it a shot.