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What game(s) would you use to introduce someone to WASD/Mouse controls? (sh.itjust.works)

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My partner is interested in learning some of the games I play, so I'm trying to find some introductory games to get her used to the common control schemes.

Off the top of my head, it'd probably have to be games that...

Have few inputs beyond the basics
Are not difficult or punishing
Are approachable mechanically (So as not to overwhelm them when they're focus on learning basic controls)
2D is probably preferable, since its easier to understand and process whats happening at a glance.
Multiplayer would probably also be a strong bonus, but also not required

The only game that particularly comes to mind is Portal, but hopefully others will have some better ideas.

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[–] [email protected] 52 points 1 day ago (2 children)

The Stanley Parable, and similar "walking simulator" type games.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

What game would you try to insist a particular control style on?

You can teach them how to play whatever game, but it's more or less up to them to set up their control settings.

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[–] [email protected] 22 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I was gonna say portal but you already had that idea hah

The other option is start her off with dark souls and tell her it's one of the easy games, to really test the strength of your relationship /j

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 day ago

Yeah, Portal really seems like the perfect choice for this

[–] [email protected] 10 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (5 children)

Oh and minecraft if you own that :3

That's also pretty simple controls wise.. just play on peaceful to start

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Oh maybe something like stardew valley too, though that does have combat in the mines which may be a challenge :3