Skyrim Loyalists Return to Deep Dives; Open-World Depth Versus 'Zelda' Comparison Dominates RPG Talk
The immediate focus is on deep, replayable role-playing experiences, with users citing specific titles like The Witcher 3, Dragon Quest, and Fallout: New Vegas as prime destinations for new or revisited campaigns.
Discussion splits sharply on the open-world experience. Some treat massive worlds like Tears of the Kingdom as undeniable successes, others question the necessity of genre scaffolding, echoing sentiments suggesting intrinsic motivation matters more than the game itself. Specific titles drew dedicated attention: Nemo pushed Enderal as a 'completely amazing, free' alternative for Skyrim fans, while Boforn plans an 'evil Dark Urge run' in Baldur's Gate 3, signaling dedication to deep character paths.
The core activity is returning to established, deep-dive RPGs. While the technical depth of builds and mods—like W3EE in The Witcher 3—is praised by users like bec, the underlying divide remains between those who value mechanical simulation (like KSP's planned runs) and those wary of open-world bloat.
Key Points
#1A heavy gravitation toward deep, replayable RPGs is evident.
Users are revisiting classics like The Witcher 3 and planning multiple playthroughs of Baldur's Gate 3; t0fr noted playing Fallout New Vegas despite Starfield's release.
#2The value of massive open-world design is openly contested.
Some embrace the scale, while others are cautious about genre reliance on narrative 'scaffolding' rather than inherent design.
#3Modding and advanced builds elevate combat complexity.
bec praised the depth achievable with mods like W3EE, even admitting large enemy groups pose issues.
#4Nostalgia and niche free content draw attention.
Nemo highly recommended the free fan-made game Enderal for Skyrim players.
#5Strategic simulation retains niche interest.
The detailed planning for automated KSP runs (reusable heavy lifter, resource probe) suggests a strong appetite for systems depth.
#6Exploration mechanics are frequently compared across games.
Varyag dismissively labeled Elden Ring as 'Dark Souls but Zelda,' pointing to exploration as a key shared element.
Source Discussions (3)
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