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Video games have become one of the biggest forms of mainstream entertainment.
Over the decades, Mario and his pals have had very different looks.
Despite the selection, I can’t help but fall back ontothat one game.
These are the games I’m ignoring to get to play moreMinecraft.
These hit titles feature only the smoothest gameplay, the latest cultural references, and the hottest graphics.
If that doesn’t draw you in, maybe their cutting-edge loot box system or microtransaction scheme will.
The truth is: I don’t care.
Sure, plenty of my friends and coworkers are playing it, and they’re having fun.
But there’s been a new one of these every year since 2012.
Maybe it is good, but will it be remembered when the new thing comes out next year?
I don’t know.
The randomization effect combines fantastically with the level of strategy and overlapping mechanics.
It cultivates a real hard-to-put-down vibe in its main gameplay loop.
It might even betoopalatable…
You know what, you’re right.
I don’t have time to get into this game.
Everyone and their grandma has a smartphone, and half of them probably have Genshin Impact installed.
They’re all free to play, using randomized microtransactions to unlock new characters.
They probably have fantastic personalities, interesting stories, and an overall engaging plot.
I wouldn’t know; I never actually got off the space train in Honkai: Star Rail.
Take a trip back to your childhood with these games that belong on an old CRT TV!
In Minecraft, though, I make my own story.
The world is mine to explore and create; no hero pulls required.
Watching Vtubers play on their Minecraft SMP server is a close enough experience, I figure.
Now indie studio and Triple A team alike are making their own takes on the formula.
Some offer new mechanics or gimmicks, but they’re the same deep down.
In that case, why settle for the copy?
Minecraft was a game changer for a reason.
I’m not here for New Coke, I want Coke Classic.
They’re big, bombastic, exciting, and memorable.
Anyone who can should experience the delights these games have to offer.
I’d love a chance to play them…
Here are the best of them.
I’m going to be honest: I can’t afford these games.
They’re probably worth every dollar, but I have bills to pay and limited finances.
Meanwhile, I already own Minecraft.
3The Game All The YouTubers Are Into Right Now
Multiplayer Horror?
All Those Good Things
There’s no denying that the YouTube video game letsplay scene is a big one.
And when all the top channels are playing the same game, I notice.
Their dazzling personalities and charming (but often a bit stupid) humor really sell these games.
It’s so fun watching them that sometimes I think I’denjoy these games for myself.
Do I want a new game or to feed a parasocial relationship?
We’ll never truly know.
I know that Minecraft also falls under this category.
Counterpoint: mind your own business.
2The Cozy Farming RPG
The Ones With Romancable NPCs
Cozy games are a thing now.
There are countless indie delights on the market, all designed to curate a warm, pleasant atmosphere.
I do, but I’d rather do that when it’s a Minecraft Update.
It’s all the worst parts of playing a resource management game without any of the fancy graphics.
The main character is pretty cool, though.
It’s also a terribly expensive experience.
At least in Minecraft, I can just dig up gold whenever I need it.
If I tried to do that here, government agents might just come knocking.
Too risky, no thanks.
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