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.

  • WolfLink@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    5·
    16 days ago

    Some particular reasons why I’d recommend Minecraft for this:

    • it’s very easy to get started, but there’s a lot of depth if you get into it
    • its pretty slow-paced
    • its a multiplayer game where someone of a much higher skill level and someone of a much lower skill level can play together without the noob player feeling that they are holding the advanced player back
    • if you set the difficulty to peaceful it’s hard to die, and it’s impossible to fully “lose”. You can also turn on keepinventory.
    • it’s a very open-ended game where you can come up with your own goals, which makes it something that everybody can find fun in their own way
    • if they do get into it, it’s a good segue into a wide variety of other games. Just figure out what part of Minecraft they enjoy. You can also extend Minecraft by playing with mods.
  • lemmyng@lemmy.caEnglish
    4·
    17 days ago

    2D: Survivors/Bullet Heaven type games. Most are WASD to move, mouse to aim (if at all).

    3D: Vampire Hunters. Since it auto shoots the focus is on movement: strafing, aiming, and avoiding getting hit by mobs. Dying early is expected, so no pressure on getting a perfect run.

  • owenfromcanada@lemmy.caEnglish
    4·
    17 days ago

    I’d consider what kind of game she finds fun and compelling–that’s more likely to engage her to become familiar with the mouse/keyboard combo.

    That being said, Minecraft on peaceful mode would fit and is generally approachable. Stardew Valley is pretty relaxed as well, though I don’t remember whether it uses WASD specifically.

    • owenfromcanada@lemmy.caEnglish
      1·
      17 days ago

      Oh! And if she’s into puzzles, look at Islands of Insight. First person with puzzle solving as the main mechanic, but also some exploration and a bit of mystery to it.

  • Rebels_Droppin@lemmy.worldEnglish
    41·
    17 days ago

    Pineapple on Pizza is a short one shot game, it’s cutesy with a twisted ending. Uses WASD and Mouse

  • CancerMancer@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    3·
    17 days ago

    Is she familiar with Animal Crossing? If so check out Dinkum. Other suggestions: Terraria, Core Keeper, Minecraft, and there is always classic FPS games lol. I learned WSAD in Quake

  • over_clox@lemmy.worldEnglish
    3·
    17 days ago

    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.

    • PlzGivHugs@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
      3·
      17 days ago

      Its going to be a lot harder to play Deep Rock Galactic or Portal 2 together if she sticks with her current perfered movement method: click and drag with the mouse.

  • 0li0li@lemmy.worldEnglish
    2·
    17 days ago

    Modded Skyrim (to make is very easy, or even invincible). How best to learn to move in a 3D world than by giving them the best game world to discover.

  • zovits@lemmy.worldEnglish
    2·
    16 days ago

    I taught my wife to use WASD+mouse on Final Fantasy XV. Nice and beginner-friendly in the beginning.

  • Fitzsimmons@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
    2·
    15 days ago

    Specifically Portal 2 actually. Since it was designed with console players in mind, all of the puzzles can be solved without having to shoot on the move.