PC game with great story required

[Madness60]

Need some advice on a new game/series of games. I massively enjoyed the Mass Effect series, even managed to not get totally hacked off with the ending, and whilst waiting for ME 4 and after a similarly strong story on a PC Game. Does not have to be sci-fi but a game where you really can involve yourself/care for the characters.

Previously also been a fan of Deus Ex, both old and new.

Any ideas??

[paolow]

Madness60 said:

Need some advice on a new game/series of games. I massively enjoyed the Mass Effect series, even managed to not get totally hacked off with the ending, and whilst waiting for ME 4 and after a similarly strong story on a PC Game. Does not have to be sci-fi but a game where you really can involve yourself/care for the characters.

Previously also been a fan of Deus Ex, both old and new.

Any ideas??

FarCry 3 is story based though is action rather than sci-fi / horror
Dead Space 3 is very good also - but only really lasts for 2 playthroughs IMHO

[markomah]

Bioshock Infinite has a pretty good story and well-developed characters.

[Madness60]

Played the original far cry but probably not looking for a FPS,
Heard good things about Dead Space but would prefer to avoid 18 style games as my eldest (13) is also a fan of ME

[mizx]

Something that's just been released, Banner Saga looks worth a look if you like RPGs (it's a turn-based tactical RPG). I've not played it but have watched a little, story seems to be particularly strong. Developed by Stoic which was founded partly by some ex-Bioware people.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3zmGw8kq2o

edit: what's all this space about below?? post ends here

Edited by mizx on Sunday 26th January 21:57

[Warw1ckHunt]

Dishonored has an immersive and compelling story line with the option to stealth your way through the game if you want to keep the mindless violence to a minimum.

[Mister V]

If you like mass effect you should check out dragon age.

[Morningside]

Real old school with a great story/game play then I suggest 'Realms of the Haunting' although you will need to play it using DOS box.

[vonuber]

The witcher series.

[Madness60]

Witcher and Dragon Age look like good choices, did see Final Fantasy Vii and Viii on steam but as great as they were I do feel they would suffer if I went back.

[putonghua73]

Mister V said:

If you like mass effect you should check out dragon age.

A number of recommendations:
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - if you loved Mass Effect, then you'll love KOTOR, even if you dislike Star Wars (like myself). It casts a shadow over Mass Effect with the sheer amount of influences. Even if that includes Bioware's inability to develop a simple to use inventory system.

Planescape Torment - widely regarded as one of the finest storytelling RPGs ever developed; even if it wasn't originally a commercial success.

The Longest Journey and the sequel Dreamfall: The Longest Journey - adventure games with wonderful storytelling and memorable characters.

Sadly, except KOTOR, I have yet to play the others because Xbox aside, I am a fully paid up member of the Jobsian cult i.e. iOS and OSX. Note: Dreamfall: The Longest Journey is available via Xbox, so I will have to pick it up at some stage.

[TheEnd]

Skyrim, there's "sidequests" in it that are bigger than some games.

You can build a character exactly how you want, choose sides for various factions etc, and it is something that will keep you going for ages.

Fallout 3 is very similar but in a different setting.

[GT Kodiak]

Definitely Skyrim if you liked Mass Effect.

Isn't the new Theif out now?

And what about the Metal Gear Solid franchise?

Baldurs Gate is good but perhaps a bit dated now.

and... Mirrors Edge, violence kept to a minimum... mixed reviews but I loved it.

[JayBM]

I'm playing Assasin's Creed Black Flag on the XB1 at the moment. I haven't played any of the previous ones since the 1st, but I've got to say I'm absolutely loving Black Flag.

[chockymonster]

I'm really enjoying Star Wars: The Old republic.
It's an MMPORG great stories for 8 different character classes, almost all intertwining, you can play it for free or subscribe. The only issue is it's a time sink!

[Altrezia]

Bioshock (Any - I prefer Infinite)
Mass effect (Great trilogy)
Final Fantasy (Old PS1 games, revamped for PC)
Gone Home (Short, but great)
The Witcher (Good RPG)
Dragon Age (Pretty good, not perfect)

[shouldbworking]

Secrets of Monkey Island

[Stig]

Shame it's not for PS4 otherwise 'The Last of Us' would be No.1 by quite some margin.

[HashlakGTR]

If you really really liked Mass Effect series then i assume you are not after the main stream crappy recycled games that have come out recently.. If so here are my picks which have;

++Good storyline and immersiveness
++Good AAA graphcis
++Good gameplay and depth to keep you invovled

MassEffect
Deus Ex Human Revolution
Witcher 2
Skyrim
Dragon Age Origins

I personally am awaiting potentially THE BEST MMORPG - Elder Scrolls Online.. I really didnt pay much attention at first as i thought it would be a massive fail by looking at the early videos, but after playing the BETA, im SOLD !

Edited by HashlakGTR on Monday 27th January 11:43

[GrumpyTwig]

Skyrim and Fallout 3 as mentioned are the ones which will have the longevity and are pretty epic in terms of how much time you can spend doing things that are fun yet don't progress the story line (in a good way).

Not exactly in the same theme as ME but what about the Walking Dead series? Not played them myself but they look to have a strong story element.