From e6eebdd7b648cbb1b1e0c7aae05e3f73fcb1be27 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: medusa Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2025 21:09:29 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Update random/game_library.md --- random/game_library.md | 202 ++++++++++++++++++++--------------------- 1 file changed, 101 insertions(+), 101 deletions(-) diff --git a/random/game_library.md b/random/game_library.md index b4c1c90..01cdbd7 100644 --- a/random/game_library.md +++ b/random/game_library.md @@ -1,3 +1,104 @@ +Your collection has a great mix of AAA blockbusters, indie gems, and sandbox gamesโ€”but there are some **glaring gaps** in genres, gameplay styles, and must-play experiences. Hereโ€™s whatโ€™s missing and what to add: + +--- + +### **๐ŸŽฎ Missing Genres & Must-Have Games** +*(Sorted by Priority to Fill Gaps)* + +#### **1. Roguelike/Lite (Fast, Replayable, Challenging)** + - **Why?** Your library lacks "pick up and die" games perfect for short sessions. + - **Add:** + - *Hades* (PS4) โ€“ Best-in-class storytelling + combat. + - *Dead Cells* (PS4) โ€“ Tight Metroidvania/roguelike hybrid. + - *Returnal* (PS5) โ€“ If you upgrade, this is a *must*. + +#### **2. Metroidvania (Exploration + Progression)** + - **Why?** Only *Shovel Knight* scratches this itch lightly. + - **Add:** + - *Hollow Knight* (PS4) โ€“ Masterpiece of atmosphere and challenge. + - *Ori and the Blind Forest* (PS4) โ€“ Gorgeous, emotional platformer. + +#### **3. JRPGs (Story-Driven, Turn-Based/Tactical)** + - **Why?** Your RPGs are all Western (*Witcher 3, Fallout 4*). + - **Add:** + - *Persona 5 Royal* (PS4) โ€“ Stylish, deep, and addictive. + - *Final Fantasy VII Remake* (PS4) โ€“ Modern classic with action-RPG combat. + +#### **4. Survival/Crafting (Deeper Than Minecraft)** + - **Why?** *Minecraft* and *LEGO Worlds* are casual sandboxes. + - **Add:** + - *Subnautica* (PS4) โ€“ Underwater survival with horror elements. + - *The Forest* (PS4) โ€“ Horror + base-building (great co-op). + +#### **5. Puzzle/Logic Games (Brain-Burning Fun)** + - **Why?** Your library skews action-heavy. + - **Add:** + - *The Witness* (PS4) โ€“ Brilliant open-world puzzles. + - *Portal: The Companion Collection* (If it comes to PS4). + +#### **6. Horror (You Have Almost None!)** + - **Why?** Big gap for immersive scares. + - **Add:** + - *Resident Evil 2 Remake* (PS4) โ€“ Survival horror at its best. + - *Alien: Isolation* (PS4) โ€“ Unmatched tension. + +#### **7. Fighting Games (Beyond *Mortal Kombat*)** + - **Why?** *MK X* is fun but shallow long-term. + - **Add:** + - *Street Fighter 6* (PS4/5) โ€“ Best fighting game in years. + - *Dragon Ball FighterZ* (PS4) โ€“ Flashy, accessible anime fighter. + +#### **8. Immersive Sims (Player Choice-Driven)** + - **Why?** No *Deus Ex* or *Dishonored* here! + - **Add:** + - *Dishonored 2* (PS4) โ€“ Stealth + supernatural powers. + - *Prey* (PS4) โ€“ *BioShock* in space with deeper systems. + +#### **9. Co-Op Gems (Beyond *A Way Out*)** + - **Why?** More variety for multiplayer. + - **Add:** + - *It Takes Two* (PS4) โ€“ Best co-op game ever made. + - *Overcooked 2* (PS4) โ€“ Chaotic couch co-op. + +#### **10. Indie Darlings (Unique Experiences)** + - **Why?** You have *Journey* and *Flower*, but more gems exist. + - **Add:** + - *Celeste* (PS4) โ€“ Tough platformer + mental health themes. + - *Outer Wilds* (PS4) โ€“ Space exploration mystery (go in blind!). + +--- + +### **๐Ÿ’ก Budget-Friendly Picks (Under $20)** +- *Hollow Knight* +- *Dead Cells* +- *The Forest* (on sale) + +### **๐Ÿ† If You Only Buy 3 Games:** +1. **Hades** (Roguelike) +2. **Hollow Knight** (Metroidvania) +3. **Resident Evil 2 Remake** (Horror) + +--- + +### **๐Ÿ” Gaps Summary Table** +| **Genre** | **Your Current Gap** | **Top 1-2 Picks to Add** | +|--------------------|----------------------|------------------------------| +| Roguelike | โŒ None | *Hades*, *Dead Cells* | +| Metroidvania | โŒ None | *Hollow Knight*, *Ori* | +| JRPG | โŒ None | *Persona 5 Royal*, *FFVIIR* | +| Survival | โŒ Casual-only | *Subnautica*, *The Forest* | +| Horror | โŒ Almost none | *RE2 Remake*, *Alien* | +| Puzzle | โŒ Missing | *The Witness* | + +--- + +### **๐ŸŽฏ Final Advice:** +- **Start with *Hades*** (itโ€™s the best roguelike ever and fits short/long sessions). +- **Then try *Hollow Knight*** (cheap, deep, and unforgettable). +- **Fill horror/puzzle gaps next** (*RE2* or *The Witness*). + +--- + | Title | Platform | Genre | Year | Completed? | Playtime | Rating | Notes | |--------------------------------------------------------|----------|-------------|------|------------|----------|--------|-------| | Flower | PS4 | Art | 2013 | No | - | - | | @@ -215,104 +316,3 @@ Want this in a **sortable, filterable database**? Hereโ€™s how to set it up: 2. **Swap one out when you finish it.** This way, you **always have a perfect match** for your mood & time! - ---- - -Your collection has a great mix of AAA blockbusters, indie gems, and sandbox gamesโ€”but there are some **glaring gaps** in genres, gameplay styles, and must-play experiences. Hereโ€™s whatโ€™s missing and what to add: - ---- - -### **๐ŸŽฎ Missing Genres & Must-Have Games** -*(Sorted by Priority to Fill Gaps)* - -#### **1. Roguelike/Lite (Fast, Replayable, Challenging)** - - **Why?** Your library lacks "pick up and die" games perfect for short sessions. - - **Add:** - - *Hades* (PS4) โ€“ Best-in-class storytelling + combat. - - *Dead Cells* (PS4) โ€“ Tight Metroidvania/roguelike hybrid. - - *Returnal* (PS5) โ€“ If you upgrade, this is a *must*. - -#### **2. Metroidvania (Exploration + Progression)** - - **Why?** Only *Shovel Knight* scratches this itch lightly. - - **Add:** - - *Hollow Knight* (PS4) โ€“ Masterpiece of atmosphere and challenge. - - *Ori and the Blind Forest* (PS4) โ€“ Gorgeous, emotional platformer. - -#### **3. JRPGs (Story-Driven, Turn-Based/Tactical)** - - **Why?** Your RPGs are all Western (*Witcher 3, Fallout 4*). - - **Add:** - - *Persona 5 Royal* (PS4) โ€“ Stylish, deep, and addictive. - - *Final Fantasy VII Remake* (PS4) โ€“ Modern classic with action-RPG combat. - -#### **4. Survival/Crafting (Deeper Than Minecraft)** - - **Why?** *Minecraft* and *LEGO Worlds* are casual sandboxes. - - **Add:** - - *Subnautica* (PS4) โ€“ Underwater survival with horror elements. - - *The Forest* (PS4) โ€“ Horror + base-building (great co-op). - -#### **5. Puzzle/Logic Games (Brain-Burning Fun)** - - **Why?** Your library skews action-heavy. - - **Add:** - - *The Witness* (PS4) โ€“ Brilliant open-world puzzles. - - *Portal: The Companion Collection* (If it comes to PS4). - -#### **6. Horror (You Have Almost None!)** - - **Why?** Big gap for immersive scares. - - **Add:** - - *Resident Evil 2 Remake* (PS4) โ€“ Survival horror at its best. - - *Alien: Isolation* (PS4) โ€“ Unmatched tension. - -#### **7. Fighting Games (Beyond *Mortal Kombat*)** - - **Why?** *MK X* is fun but shallow long-term. - - **Add:** - - *Street Fighter 6* (PS4/5) โ€“ Best fighting game in years. - - *Dragon Ball FighterZ* (PS4) โ€“ Flashy, accessible anime fighter. - -#### **8. Immersive Sims (Player Choice-Driven)** - - **Why?** No *Deus Ex* or *Dishonored* here! - - **Add:** - - *Dishonored 2* (PS4) โ€“ Stealth + supernatural powers. - - *Prey* (PS4) โ€“ *BioShock* in space with deeper systems. - -#### **9. Co-Op Gems (Beyond *A Way Out*)** - - **Why?** More variety for multiplayer. - - **Add:** - - *It Takes Two* (PS4) โ€“ Best co-op game ever made. - - *Overcooked 2* (PS4) โ€“ Chaotic couch co-op. - -#### **10. Indie Darlings (Unique Experiences)** - - **Why?** You have *Journey* and *Flower*, but more gems exist. - - **Add:** - - *Celeste* (PS4) โ€“ Tough platformer + mental health themes. - - *Outer Wilds* (PS4) โ€“ Space exploration mystery (go in blind!). - ---- - -### **๐Ÿ’ก Budget-Friendly Picks (Under $20)** -- *Hollow Knight* -- *Dead Cells* -- *The Forest* (on sale) - -### **๐Ÿ† If You Only Buy 3 Games:** -1. **Hades** (Roguelike) -2. **Hollow Knight** (Metroidvania) -3. **Resident Evil 2 Remake** (Horror) - ---- - -### **๐Ÿ” Gaps Summary Table** -| **Genre** | **Your Current Gap** | **Top 1-2 Picks to Add** | -|--------------------|----------------------|------------------------------| -| Roguelike | โŒ None | *Hades*, *Dead Cells* | -| Metroidvania | โŒ None | *Hollow Knight*, *Ori* | -| JRPG | โŒ None | *Persona 5 Royal*, *FFVIIR* | -| Survival | โŒ Casual-only | *Subnautica*, *The Forest* | -| Horror | โŒ Almost none | *RE2 Remake*, *Alien* | -| Puzzle | โŒ Missing | *The Witness* | - ---- - -### **๐ŸŽฏ Final Advice:** -- **Start with *Hades*** (itโ€™s the best roguelike ever and fits short/long sessions). -- **Then try *Hollow Knight*** (cheap, deep, and unforgettable). -- **Fill horror/puzzle gaps next** (*RE2* or *The Witness*).