77 articles tagged with "Beginner Guide"
Borderlands is not a traditional first-person shooter. If you treat it like Call of Duty or Halo, you will have a miserable time. At its core, Borderlands is a loot-driven Role-Playing Game (RPG) wrap
Superstar Baseball on Roblox drops you into the cleats of an aspiring professional baseball player, but the path to the majors is paved with fierce competition, complex stats, and a demanding economy.
Slay the Spire does not hold your hand. When you first boot up the game, you are dropped directly into the Spire with a basic deck of Strike, Defend, and a single attack modifier called Bash. There is
Destiny 2 is a shared-world shooter that blends the satisfying gunplay of Halo with the endless grind and loot mechanics of an MMO. You play as a Guardian, a resurrected warrior wielding magical space
Gotham Knights drops you into a massive, open-world Gotham City following the death of Bruce Wayne. You play as one of four members of the Batman Family—Batgirl, Nightwing, Robin, or Red Hood—tasked w
Starfield: Shattered Space is the first major story expansion for Bethesda’s sprawling space RPG, and it takes players far away from the settled systems into the eerie, isolated system of Va'ruun'kai.
Stepping into the dark, gothic world of Sanctuary for the first time in Diablo® IV can be an overwhelming experience. The game boasts a massive open world, intricate RPG systems, and a relentless hord
Ready or Not is a punishing, highly realistic tactical first-person shooter that places you in the boots of an elite SWAT officer navigating hostile, high-stakes situations. Unlike arcade shooters whe
Assassin’s Creed Origins represents a massive paradigm shift for the franchise, moving away from the linear, guided experiences of the past and dropping players into a breathtaking, unforgiving recrea
The Crew Motorfest is a massive, open-world arcade racing playground set on the vibrant island of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi. Unlike traditional racing games that lock you into a rigid career mode, Motorfest oper
Diving into Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League can feel overwhelming. The game throws a lot of UI, lore, and mechanics at you right out of the gate. To ensure you are building a solid foundation,
Warhammer Age of Sigmar is a tabletop miniature wargame set in a sprawling, high-fantasy universe of mortal realms, god-kings, and endless war. Unlike a board game with a fixed map and cardboard token
GTA 5.4k CONTRIBUTORS is not your standard open-world crime simulator. While it retains the familiar DNA of Rockstar’s Los Santos—complete with fast cars, heavily armed protagonists, and a sprawling m
Resident Evil 2 Remake (RE2 Remake) drops you into the shoes of either Leon Kennedy, a rookie cop on his first day, or Claire Redfield, a college student searching for her brother. Both characters hav
Xenoblade Chronicles X drops you into the shoes of a custom-created survivor waking up from stasis on the human refugee ship White Whale, which has just crash-landed on the hostile alien planet of Mir
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a historically infused dark fantasy action-RPG developed by Team Ninja. If you are coming from games like Elden Ring or Sekiro, you need to immediately unlearn some habits.
Downloading and launching VRChat for the first time feels less like booting up a traditional game and more like stepping through a portal into a chaotic, vibrant digital carnival. Available for free o
Triangle Strategy is a beautifully pixelated, turn-based tactical RPG developed by Square Enix. It draws heavy inspiration from genre titans like Final Fantasy Tactics and Tactics Ogre. If you are com
Super Mario RPG is a legendary collaboration between Nintendo and Square Enix (originally released on the SNES, recently remade for the Nintendo Switch) that bridges the gap between traditional Mario
Star Wars Outlaws is the first truly open-world game set in a galaxy far, far away, dropping you into the seedy underbelly of the Empire's reign. You play as Kay Vess, a street-smart scoundrel attempt
Silent Hill 2 Remake drops you directly into the worn shoes of James Sunderland, a man who has received a letter from his deceased wife, Mary, beckoning him to the fog-drenched town of Silent Hill. Un
The Rune Factory series is often lovingly described as "Harvest Moon meets a dungeon crawler." Before you can plant your first turnip or swing a rusty sword at a stubborn goblin, you need to understan
Resident Evil 3 Remake (RE3) is a fast-paced, third-person survival horror game developed by Capcom. Unlike its predecessor, Resident Evil 2 Remake, RE3 is designed around momentum, evasion, and aggre
Pokémon Sword and Shield ushered the beloved franchise into the console generation, bringing the Galar region to life with lush, sprawling Wild Areas and a distinct British-inspired aesthetic. Before
Pikmin 3 Deluxe drops you into the tiny boots of three interstellar explorers—Alph, Brittany, and Charlie—who have crash-landed on the lush, dangerous planet PNF-404. Your mission is to retrieve fruit
The Outer Worlds 2 drops you into the Archimedes System, a sprawling new frontier controlled by an entirely new corporate board. Unlike many RPGs that hold your hand through a lengthy tutorial village
No More Heroes 3 (NMH3) throws you into the neon-soaked, blood-splattered sneakers of Travis Touchdown, an otaku assassin who finds himself thrust into an intergalactic deathmatch. Unlike traditional
Before you even create your character, it is crucial to understand which version of Monster Hunter Rise you are playing. The base game and the Sunbreak expansion are available on PC, Nintendo Switch,
Miitopia on the Nintendo Switch is a charming, unconventional RPG that strips away tedious grinding in favor of personality, humor, and bizarre situational comedy. Unlike traditional role-playing game
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 drops you right into the action on the streets of a newly expanded Marvel's New York. Unlike traditional RPGs, there is no character creation screen to worry about; you are playi
Mario Kart World represents the boldest evolution of the franchise to date, transitioning from isolated circuits into a fully realized, seamless open-world playground. Before you can throw a red shell
Mafia is not a traditional video game with a character creation screen or a class selection menu. Instead, your "character creation" is an organic process that happens the moment you sit down at the t
Kirby and the Forgotten Land marks a historic shift for the beloved pink puffball, moving from his traditional 2D hand-drawn roots into a fully 3D adventure. Despite the dimensional shift, the game re
Hyrule Warriors is a massive, action-packed crossover that mashes the beloved characters and lore of The Legend of Zelda with the adrenaline-fueled, horde-slaying gameplay of Koei Tecmo's Dynasty Warr
God of War Ragnarok drops players directly into the middle of a brewing apocalypse. Unlike traditional RPGs, there is no character creation screen or class selection menu to worry about. You play as K
Fire Emblem Engage marks a vibrant, strategic return to classic turn-based tactical gameplay. Unlike its predecessor, Fire Emblem: Three Houses, Engage skips extensive academy life simulation in favor
Final Fantasy XVI breaks from the series' traditional turn-based roots to deliver a high-octane, character-action experience developed by Creative Business Unit III, helmed by veterans of the Devil Ma
Final Fantasy X (FFX) is a legendary Japanese Role-Playing Game (JRPG) that serves as a fantastic entry point into the genre. Unlike many RPGs of its era, FFX removes the burden of exploration confusi
Fallout 4 drops you into the shoes of the Sole Survivor, a pre-war citizen of Boston who emerges from Vault 111 after witnessing the nuclear devastation of 2077 and the murder of their spouse. Before
Stepping into the Land of Shadow for the first time is a daunting experience. Unlike the base game of Elden Ring, which slowly eased you into its world via the relatively forgiving Limgrave, Shadow of
Dragon’s Dogma 2 (DD2) is a masterpiece of open-world action RPG design, but it famously refuses to hold your hand. From the moment you wake up in the village of Melve after the Dragon strips you of y
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake introduces a new generation of players to one of the most influential RPGs ever made. Before you can save the world, you must first understand the game's unique opening seq
Before you even touch the character creator, you need to understand that "Dragon Age" is a sprawling franchise spanning multiple games. For a beginner, Dragon Age: Origins (DAO) is the recommended sta
Launching into Donkey Kong Bananza for the first time can be a slightly overwhelming experience. Unlike traditional platformers in the Donkey Kong franchise, Bananza throws you into a massive, interco
Welcome to the USG Ishimura. Dead Space Remake is a masterful reimagining of the 2008 survival horror classic, built from the ground up in EA's Frostbite engine. As engineer Isaac Clarke, your job is
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a visually stunning turn-based RPG that draws heavy inspiration from French Belle Époque art, classic literature, and the quirkiness of Paper Mario-style combat. Set in
Launching into Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 for the first time can be an overwhelming experience. The game throws a massive amount of content, menus, and modes at you right out of the gate. To avoid para
Bravely Default 2 throws you into a classic, self-contained JRPG story separate from the original Nintendo 3DS title. You begin as a shipwrecked sailor who washes ashore in the kingdom of Halcyonia. U
Baldur's Gate 3 is a massive, sprawling role-playing game based on the fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons. You begin the game as a captive aboard an illithid (mind flayer) nautiloid ship, where a par
Assassin's Creed places you in the role of Desmond Miles, a modern-day man kidnapped by a shadowy pharmaceutical company called Abstergo Industries. Your captors force you to relive the genetic memori
Launching Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel for the first time can feel like stepping into a hurricane of neon lights, cryptic card text, and overwhelming menus. Unlike most competitive card games, Master Duel do
Solo Leveling: Arise drops you into the dangerous world of hunters and gates, faithfully adapting the mega-popular webtoon. Unlike traditional RPGs, you do not create a custom character from scratch.
Persona 5 does not feature a traditional character creation screen. You step into the shoes of Joker, a reserved high school transfer student with a fixed name, appearance, and backstory. However, thi
Fire Emblem Heroes (FEH) is Nintendo’s take on the gacha genre, bringing the beloved tactical RPG franchise to mobile devices. Unlike mainline entries, FEH streamlines the experience into bite-sized,
Launching into Destiny for the first time can feel like parachuting into a warzone without a map. The game drops you into a rich, lore-heavy universe with minimal hand-holding, leaving many new Guardi
Digimon Story is a beloved JRPG franchise that blends creature collection, monster raising, and classic turn-based combat. Whether you are playing Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, its sequel Hacker's Memo
Arknights is a free-to-play tower-defense and strategy RPG developed by Hypergryph. Unlike traditional tower defense games, Arknights requires you to carefully place units on a grid to manage enemy fl
Downloading Honkai Impact 3rd is your gateway into one of the most mechanically rich mobile action RPGs on the market. Before you even touch the main menu, make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection
Pokemon Pokopia represents a bold new direction for the franchise, dropping players into the sprawling, seamless open-world region of Pokopia. Unlike traditional linear Pokemon entries, Pokopia gives
Mewgenics is a chaotic, physics-based roguelite from the creators of Binding of Isaac and Risk of Rain, where you command a squad of genetically modified cats through a series of increasingly bizarre
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly is a masterpiece of the survival horror genre, distinct from its contemporaries like Resident Evil or Silent Hill because it forces you to stand your ground and confr
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach picks up after the tumultuous events of the first game, dropping you back into a fractured, post-apocalyptic world. Unlike traditional action games, this is a traversal
The Steam Deck is not a traditional console with a rigid, curated ecosystem, nor is it exactly like a standard Windows PC. It is a highly versatile handheld gaming PC built around Valve's SteamOS oper
Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced is the definitive way to experience Rockstar’s magnum opus. Whether you are playing on a next-gen console or a high-end PC, this version brings ray-traced reflections, enha
Before you drop into the arena, you need to understand how Apex Legends handles player identity. Unlike traditional shooters where you create a custom avatar, Apex is a hero shooter. You do not create
Wuthering Waves is an open-world action RPG where fast combat, team rotations, and long-term account planning matter more than pure level grinding. Your first goal is simple: unlock core systems quick
Your first goal in Marvel Rivals is simple: get comfortable with the pace, understand what each role does, and pick 2-3 heroes you can play reliably. Unlike RPG-style games, there is no deep character
Warframe throws a lot at you quickly, but your first goal is simple: complete the tutorial quest, unlock your ship (the Orbiter), and start clearing planets on the Star Chart. You are a Tenno, a space
If you are jumping into Pokemon Pokopia for the first time, your first goal is simple: understand the world map, build a balanced starter team, and avoid wasting your early resources. Most players and
Your first hour in the Pokopia developer island decides whether the rest of your playthrough feels smooth or stressful. The game rewards planning early, especially because inventory space, energy, and
In Marathon, the Sekiguchi Contract is your first serious progression track: a mix of tutorial, faction reputation path, and practical gear onboarding. Think of it as the game’s way of teaching you ho
Limbus Company is a turn-based RPG with gacha elements, but it does a few things very differently from typical mobile/PC gachas. Your “party members” are the fixed cast of 12 Sinners, and progression
Your first hour in Resident Evil Requiem sets the tone for the rest of the game: tense exploration, careful resource use, and high-pressure encounters that reward patience over panic. If you are comin
Your first hours in Monster Hunter Wilds should be about building habits, not rushing damage numbers. This is a game where preparation, positioning, and patience beat button mashing. If you approach i
Learn essential RPG mechanics including stats, leveling systems, character builds, combat fundamentals, and inventory management in this comprehensive beginner's guide.
Start your PC gaming journey with our complete beginner's guide covering hardware basics, essential software, graphics settings, and first game recommendations.
Essential beginner's guide to Elden Ring covering character builds, combat fundamentals, exploration strategies, and progression tips for new players.