steam has mass effect for $20. is it worth buying and playing now?
posted by leemajors on Dec 26, 2009 - 10 answers

Name that game: You're a feudal lord trying to conquer neighboring territories on a sort of RISK-style board. Make the wrong move and you'll enrage the pope. [more inside]
posted by zvs on Dec 5, 2009 - 8 answers

Any suggestions for one-off D&D game for newbies? [more inside]
posted by mark7570 on Dec 3, 2009 - 16 answers

I can't remember the name of the game, or where I found it, or whether it's for a computer or a PDA/smartphone. So, with nothing to google, I turn to you.... [more inside]
posted by tzikeh on Dec 1, 2009 - 5 answers

Inexplicably, my sixty-six year old father has just bought an Xbox 360. What games could I buy for it that my parents would enjoy? [more inside]
posted by Acarpous on Nov 30, 2009 - 22 answers

I'm trying to remember the name of a PC game I used to play and my mind is not helping. It was an abstract game (black background simply drawn objects), in each level you floated slowly to the ground, except when you passed through an object, which catapulted you upwards. The goal of each level was to pass through all of the objects. The trick was to relax and use very gentle mouse movements, and the soundtrack changed as you got smoother in your play. [more inside]
posted by itsjustanalias on Nov 18, 2009 - 2 answers

What are some great computer games for people who enjoy non-linear privateering, combat, and risky missions? [more inside]
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis on Nov 2, 2009 - 16 answers

Video/computer games that incorporate astrology? [more inside]
posted by voltairemodern on Oct 29, 2009 - 24 answers

A year or two back there was an online video (Boingboing tv?) showing an interview with a young artist (British?) who had mounted a camera behind and above his back, which fed the live video to goggles he wore. He'd also dressed in a getup that would make him look like a game character, spiky hair and such. "Live 3rd person perspective" in other words. Half an hour of googling and I can't find the darn video or any info relating to the artist. I think part of the video was shot in Japan, where he staggered around and posed in front of people, á la WoW taunting.
posted by monocultured on Oct 19, 2009 - 2 answers

Help me identify an older mac shoot-em-up with procedurally generated levels. [more inside]
posted by metacollin on Oct 10, 2009 - 4 answers

I want a 4X game, but without the warfare. Are there any such games? [more inside]
posted by JDHarper on Oct 4, 2009 - 17 answers

What are some similar games to Puzzle Quest and Galactrix? [more inside]
posted by Tarn on Oct 2, 2009 - 9 answers

Looking for the name of an multi-player arcade game that featured an Indiana Jones-like character and a top down view. [more inside]
posted by ktrey on Aug 24, 2009 - 4 answers

What are your favorite games that two people can play? [more inside]
posted by entropic on Aug 14, 2009 - 44 answers

How can I play "Caesar"games III and IV on my new laptop? [more inside]
posted by kudzu on Aug 13, 2009 - 20 answers

What games out there are similar to Settlers of Catan? [more inside]
posted by cooker girl on Aug 5, 2009 - 41 answers

Just moved my boyfriend into a new apartment, and he will be unable to afford cable tv for quite awhile. As admitted boob toob junkies, we are quickly running out of things to do when we just feel like being around the house. Suggestions of fun and relatively budget friendly (under $30 to accomplish, preferably with a re-usability factor) activities to do at home, without the magical box. [more inside]
posted by Gonestarfishing on Jul 24, 2009 - 41 answers

It's my boyfriend's birthday soon, and I want to make the present giving AWESOME! Have already purchased presents and booked flights to be with him. Am organising special birthday meals for him, and a couple of activities too, so most of the day is pretty much sorted. But I really really want the present giving/opening experience in particular to be super fun for him. I'm thinking along the lines of a treasure hunt with clues so he has to hunt for the presents... Or wrapping the presents in a giant box and painting it like a cake with sparklers on top! Or multiple layers of wrapping disguising the present...Or, um, something else. But I don't know what exactly. I just want to make it a completely excellent fun surprise for him. [more inside]
posted by t0astie on Jul 21, 2009 - 10 answers

What game should I bring to my family reunion? [more inside]
posted by futility closet on Jul 7, 2009 - 42 answers

Essential Windows-only PC games? [more inside]
posted by mark7570 on Jul 2, 2009 - 25 answers

I realize that this is a long shot, but lately I've had a hankering to play some of the old classic Sierra games from my childhood--specifically the Hoyle ones listed here (note: annoying music plays). Problem: I'm on a Mac. [more inside]
posted by leesh on Jun 23, 2009 - 14 answers

Why do so many (most?) classic Japanese side-scrolling games scroll left to right? Mario, Sonic, R-type, Megaman and plenty of other big names all go in the same direction. Why? [more inside]
posted by Lorc on Jun 18, 2009 - 16 answers

I've just purchased a Playstation2 [yes *2*, I'm relapsing into gaming at this age and never owned one] and I'm looking for some recommendations of any genre for mindless, quick, fun that doesn't involve long spells of extended gaming.
posted by n3rt on Jun 7, 2009 - 44 answers

I'm building my first Flash program, and I need help with a problem with collision detection... [more inside]
posted by monkeyagent on May 30, 2009 - 4 answers

I would like to purchase the Japanese version of some DS games. eBay, trouble friends/families in Japan/southeast Asia, or just bite the bullet and buy US versions? [more inside]
posted by jstarlee on May 24, 2009 - 12 answers

Just looking for some suggestions on a new shooter type Xbox 360 game for someone that plays occasionally. [more inside]
posted by WickedPissah on May 21, 2009 - 37 answers

Please help me think of some new, interesting, positive role-playing scenarios for my girls to use with their dolls and stuffed animals. [more inside]
posted by yawper on May 12, 2009 - 22 answers

We have turned into my parents: What do housebound couples do for kicks in the evening, besides the obvious? [more inside]
posted by lottie on May 5, 2009 - 30 answers

Another "what was this C64 game"? You're a crash-landed alien, and you need to paint your broken windshield with your antennae for your broken spaceship...and somehow there are monkeys involved. [more inside]
posted by ostranenie on May 3, 2009 - 4 answers

What are some video games where unique gameplay complements a great story? [more inside]
posted by specialagentwebb on Mar 31, 2009 - 42 answers

Help me build a D&D 3.5 Character [more inside]
posted by Navelgazer on Mar 2, 2009 - 16 answers

Good online game for LDR? [more inside]
posted by emptyinside on Mar 2, 2009 - 8 answers

Why are there so many tower defence games, and why do people play them all? I can understand the appeal of the genre, but I just can't understand why there are so many tower defence games out there, especially since they all seem to be almost identical with just some graphics adjustments. [more inside]
posted by bjrn on Feb 16, 2009 - 12 answers

How do I force PS3 games to play at their optimum resolution? [more inside]
posted by Who_Am_I on Feb 6, 2009 - 11 answers

Why aren't there any 3rd party wireless controllers for current game consoles? [more inside]
posted by pwnguin on Jan 6, 2009 - 13 answers

Game Filter: Please help this non-gaming lady find something to kill. [more inside]
posted by bingoes on Dec 29, 2008 - 18 answers

What was the first video game to include minigames? [more inside]
posted by HeroZero on Dec 27, 2008 - 12 answers

What's the best way to play N64 on your laptop? (Controllers question) [more inside]
posted by scission on Dec 18, 2008 - 14 answers

Where in the US can I buy German versions of PC, PS1, and PS2 games? [more inside]
posted by jedicus on Dec 3, 2008 - 3 answers

Help me find a new board game to gift my family of sore winners. [more inside]
posted by olinerd on Dec 1, 2008 - 55 answers

For the past 6-7 years I've owned a mac and therefore paid very little attention to the indie freeware/shareware pc games scene. Recently I got a copy of crossover for my macbook and I'm looking for good places to find small, quality, non resource-intensive games to play. [more inside]
posted by aspo on Nov 12, 2008 - 12 answers

What is this old computer game that was a top-down open space shooter? Note: I am fairly confident it is not Escape Velocity. [more inside]
posted by stresstwig on Oct 21, 2008 - 6 answers

is anyone familiar with this windows PC game circa 1996-1998? [more inside]
posted by alice ayres on Oct 15, 2008 - 3 answers

Can anyone direct me to some good sources of algorithms or tutorials that will help me to creater something somewhat more complex than a 2D particle system? [more inside]
posted by le morte de bea arthur on Oct 12, 2008 - 3 answers

My girlfriend is in South America for the next few months. She is living in a house that is owned by her uncle who works for the Catholic Church. He has a wonderful HDTV and a PS3 sitting in his house but no games. Now he isn't there that often but her 14 year old cousin lives next door. What PS3 games would be appropriate for my girlfriend and her 14 year old female cousin that wouldn't create a potentially awkward scene if her Catholic Priest uncle found them? [more inside]
posted by aburd on Oct 11, 2008 - 18 answers

OK, so me and MrsShawnString bought a DS finally. What cool stuff can I do with it (besides playing games) and what are the MUST HAVE games to have? Pretty much any genre game is ok [more inside]
posted by ShawnString on Sep 30, 2008 - 30 answers

It's time to get a new computer. I'd like some kind of Mac. What's the smart thing to buy? [more inside]
posted by so_necessary on Sep 30, 2008 - 15 answers

Quiz night games- I'm organising a quiz night for 150+ people (argh!) and need to fill the time between rounds with games. Does anyone have suggestions for interesting and fun games for people to play at a quiz night? [more inside]
posted by twirlypen on Jun 22, 2008 - 16 answers

SimCity4 question: make my city a sandbox. [more inside]
posted by dirtynumbangelboy on Jun 18, 2008 - 7 answers

I have played previous versions of Wipeout on PS1 and PS2 and I seem to remember the ability to Boost Start at the beginning of a race. I now have Wipeout Pulse on the PSP and don't seem to be able to do this, or find any information on how to do it. Am I missing something?
posted by jontyjago on Jan 11, 2008 - 3 answers