Looking for a game after trauma

Submitted by Tea_jarl t3_z788yh in gaming

I had an incredibly hard event happen last week, and I am trying to do things again. I am trying to start small with just picking up a new game. I know that it is kind of stupid, but I figure trying out something small and new might help. No guns or violence in the games please

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cjnull t1_iy5asge wrote

Stray. Cats can help.

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Kiya_Wolf t1_iy5t1zl wrote

I came to say this. This game is a good game with very little violence. If you can get past the start having to say goodbye to your other kitty friends. ^.^

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Funky-Monk-- t1_iy9lwvl wrote

Came to say this. It's one of the kindest, softest games I've played and even if scary at times, it is so relaxing and warm to play.

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N7twitch t1_iy57l9w wrote

If you have Xbox gamepass I just played a game called Donut County. You play as a hole in the ground in a cartoony style world and you eat things and gradually get bigger. Super easy gameplay, silly and lighthearted game.

Also, Power Wash Simulator. Exactly what it sounds like. I find it great when my anxiety is up. No time limits, no stress, just wash away dirt.

Hope you start to feel better soon.

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TheReal_Floyd t1_iy5i4w1 wrote

Stardew valley with my wife really helped me through the death of a close family member. Such a good game to get your mind off everything.

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TSJ-Atlas t1_iy7ywi0 wrote

Seconding stardew. That game just has an amazing way of making the stresses of the real world fade away for a while. It's so peaceful and relaxing

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ReasonablePositive t1_iy5g2bc wrote

Stardew Valley was my go to when my father was passing away.

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Coveinant t1_iy5jr08 wrote

Journey might help. Stick to the calming genre, it is surprising deep.

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Tea_jarl OP t1_iy5pzw9 wrote

Stardew Valley and Townscaper look really cute, I might try those two out. Thank you!

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Garlador t1_iy5i2m4 wrote

What system do you have?

Games like Unfinished Swan, Tearaway Unfolded, Journey, Gris, Katamari Damacy, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing can be very therapeutic.

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Gonavon t1_iy5o4qb wrote

Undertale? You can be a pacifist and make friends with wacky, loveable characters. Lots of funny scenes, upbeat music and colorful settings. And the story really warms one's heart. A lot of it is about healing old wounds and moving on with life.

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V1-BloodMachine t1_iy677o4 wrote

Celeste is a fun platformer about overcoming trauma and emotional obstacles.

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BubbleZu t1_iy7mcbu wrote

Powerwash simulator is a good satisfying game with easy mechanics and a passive amusing plot. It's my go to game when I'm feeling depressed so, it might help you.

Also Stardew Valley, if you want something more immersive with bits and bobs to do. There is combat in the mines but its fantastical creatures and very much pokemon or Zelda levels of violence and you can mostly avoid the mines if you want to.

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Offside1981 t1_iy5agp3 wrote

Old classic super mario games are great and fun also like sonic or crash bandicoot.

I don't know if it is consol or PC, but steam have TONs of games you can tryout.

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Itchy-Present5245 t1_iy5divn wrote

Gorogoa a chill puzzle game. Townscaper. Power wash simulator. Tetris connect.

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JoshA3Fit t1_iy6j26s wrote

Not stupid. My dog I had for 13 years died a few weeks ago and playing games was the only time I wasn't crying. Not sure what to suggest, I went with an MMO bc you can no life them the hardest.

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2SwaggerKun t1_iy75rno wrote

Might be a completely left field choice, but for me I'd recommend tales of the Borderlands. The best Telltale game in my opinion and those last 2 episodes were absolute masterpieces. Simple gameplay, and a really engaging story with characters that you actually care about.

Hope you get well soon man.

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iveeley t1_iy7dar8 wrote

slime rancher

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C0urier__6 t1_iy8lncx wrote

Hardspace ship breaker is my go to when I just want to relax but I want to puzzle solve a little.

You’re a shipbreaker in space with a laser. Dismantle spaceships. Deposit pieces. Don’t fry the reactor.

Also it makes satisfying sounds when you deposit ship pieces

Lastly, I’m sorry what happened to you happened. I hope you get through it :)

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BTSandTXTaregood t1_iy90psq wrote

Oh... No violence hmmmm oh YES I KNOW ITS "JOURNEY" Indie game Its an experience really its more than a game so beautifullll

Wish you all the Best.

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dbarrc t1_iy5778h wrote

what remains of Edith Finch

depending on your trauma maybe not

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