RE: I'd like to try some games.ABSOLUTE noob.
April 6, 2012 at 2:55 am
(This post was last modified: April 6, 2012 at 3:11 am by R-e-n-n-a-t.)
(April 6, 2012 at 12:47 am)padraic Wrote: Thank you everyone for your help.
Is there any special support software I need to download before I start downloading games?
Most games will include any required software, but it's always a good idea to make sure you have the latest Nvidia drivers from their site, since you have an Nvidia graphics card.
http://www.official-drivers.com/installe...KgodX2mXsw
It also can't hurt to follow the advice of others here and update DirectX.
And as for my recommendation, I'm going to suggest Mass Effect 2. Practically nobody doesn't like it. Most people love it. It's probably a safe bet, since it has a little bit of everything. It has a nice story, amazing characters, great voice acting, solid shooting mechanics, some degree of exploration, and did I mention it has amazing characters? You'll cry if they die at the end. (and they CAN die at the end if you mess up, just a warning)
I'd recommend Mass Effect 1 except it doesn't run that well on Windows 7 and you have to know your way around some basic administrative functions to get it working properly on some machines. I don't think you'll want to go through that much work at first, so ME2 is a better option. Don't worry, it gives you a crash course in the story so far before you start playing.
If you're committed to getting something free, I recommend a free MMO (massive multiplayer online) such Dungeons and Dragons Online, Lord of the Rings Online, or the trial version of Rift. Here's a list of free MMOs as well.
http://www.whatmmorpg.com/free-to-play-m...KgodxGwcbQ
Keep in mind MMOs play much differently from traditional games. They're really not that fun in my opinion and they have virtually no story, atmosphere, or character depth. The entire appeal is the concept of playing with hundreds of other people at once in a community of sorts. I usually find them very dry and repetitive. They are, however, the highest grade of free game you're likely to find.
Personally, my favorite PC game ever is Skyrim, but that may change if Dark Souls gets a PC version.
http://petitionbureau.org/DarkSoulsForPC
(hint)
