Riding solo onValentine’s Daycan be a tough ordeal depending on the individual. However, countless gamers around the globe relish in this solitude with a brilliantly immersive title, destined to take their mind off of the widely-celebrated event.
Enthralling, explorable, and most notably longwinded, are all aspects single players are looking for in their games this Valentine’s Day. An open-world, action-packed masterpiece, for example, ticks all the boxes an awesome self-care session would offer. Whether unaffected by this occasion or down in the dumps, these esteemed classics are sure to cheer any gamer up.
EA
2014
Granting the ability to dictate a person’s career path, fully design their household, and initiate relationships,The Sims 4is assured to take some of the pressure off this Valentine’s Day, as the level of customization and freedom is truly endless. Whether letting off some steam by dumping their virtual partner, or falling in love with a fellow Sim and starting a family,The Sims 4is renowned within thesimulation genre, prizing itself on the controllable life of the player’s Sim.
With adecorated franchisealready established,The Sims 4features a vast range of DLC packs for gamers to purchase, from the ‘Discover University’ to the ‘City Living’ pack, the ‘Werewolves Game’ to the ‘Snowy Escape’ pack, offering plenty to dive into on the day of love. Moreover, EA’s incomprehensibly independent game allows players to engross themselves within their virtual families as a means of escape from the real world, solidifying this title as a must-have in the solo quest this Valentine’s Day.
Naughty Dog
2013
Although severely less casual,The Last Of Usposes for some inevitably lengthy gaming sessions, grippingly immersing the player this Valentine’s Day. With a deep story revolving around love, hope, and perseverance, thispost-apocalyptic classicis sure to keep any gamer company, regardless of the occasion at hand. Intensely emotional, passionately hypnotic, and downright terrifying at times,The Last Of Usstraps players in for a jaw-dropping story, bound to divert any feelings surrounding the universally-celebrated affair.
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Poised to scour what is left of Boston, fans of this cherished title dip into the lives of the eminent Joel, Tess, and Ellie on a journey like no other. Boasting a uniquely mesmerizing environment, combat system, and character lore, Naughty Dog’s masterpiece enthralls, yet horrifies its players with the hordes of Infected that roam society, ordering gamers to strategically maneuver around them without being caught. Those alone this Valentine’s Day can rejoice at its longwinded nature, frightening army of enemies, and in-depth story line, while delving into thetelevised version of this praised exemplarstraight after.
Santa Monica Studio
2022
Games that reflect upon historical myth, orfactual incidentsfor that matter, often tend to dominate the gaming scene, as seen with Santa Monica Studio’s release,God Of War: Ragnarök. TheGod of Warseries is highly esteemed within the gaming industry, a collection of titles with the focal point revolving around Kratos, a destructively domineering demigod whose dangerous thirst for vengeance sets him on a killing spree. Homing in on a profound story line, enticing setting, and famous fighting system,God Of Warposes for a riveting day alone, transporting the player to an entirely different realm this Valentine’s Day.
Temporarily concluding the series isGod Of War: Ragnarök, a title that bases itself on Norse mythology, fantastical landscapes, and formidably challenging enemies. Engrossing fans within anastonishing environment, players are tasked with visiting the nine realms in order to prepare for a devastating war, one that could end the world as they know it. Face to face with grievous monsters, mythical creatures, and Norse gods,God Of War: Ragnarökgrants gamers an unforgettable experience best played alone, cementing this as a necessity for single players this Valentine’s Day.
Mobius Digital
2019
Picking up awards such as Best Game at the 2020 BAFTA Games Awards and being named Game Of The Year by Eurogamer and The Guardian back in 2019,The Outer Wilds’quirky,open-world natureis everything single gamers are looking for this Valentine’s Day. Ordered to roam the time-sensitive solar system, a mystery must be uncovered, yet only through the immersive exploring this detailed setting can this be achieved.
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Trapped in a time loop, players must explore the ancient civilization ‘Nomai’ to figure out the reason this solar system is stuck. Boasting an extensive open world, players can explore every nook and cranny this game has to offer. However, most areas are locked bydemanding puzzles. Prolonged hours on this expedition makesOuter Wildsa definitive pick to play alone this Valentine’s Day.
Rockstar
2018
Rockstar’s prominentRed Dead Redemption 2is an icon of modern gaming.Immersive is an understatement when it comes to this title, as the player is thrust into a lawless environment, granted limitless independence to experience the game’s vast opportunities. In terms of exploration, action, and downright playability, this game has it all, keeping any gamer company this Valentine’s Day.
Tasked with controlling the famous outlaw Arthur Morgan, players will find themselves on the run from federal agents and bounty hunters alike, forcing them to rob, steal, and most notably shoot their way to freedom. Placed within the heart of a boundless open world, those alone on the day of romance have plenty to tuck into. Whether simply taking in the mesmerizing scenery on horseback, participating in a violent gun-brawl, orfishing in the lake,Red Dead Redemption 2has everything a solo gamer may want this Valentine’s Day.
Guerrilla Games
2017
With titles playing on the utopian and dystopian fantasies these days, one name stands out from the crowd:Horizon Zero Dawn. Boasting an inspiring environment, renowned parkour system, and unique plot,Horizon Zero Dawndefines theaction-adventure genre. Countless hours of exploring and battling ensures single players entertainment in their solitude.
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Guerrilla Games' role-playing title allows fans tocommand the iconicAloy, a versatile hunter of the infamous ‘Machine’ army. Whether foraging exclusive loot, upgrading tactical abilities, or simply taming the vast array of creatures, those alone this Valentine’s Day will be assured a plethora of in-depth missions to tackle head on.
Insomniac Games
2020
While the pressure of taking on an entire story line may seem daunting, superhero enthusiasts relish in the beloved title that isSpider-Man: Miles Morales, mainly due to its replayability. Being alone on cupid’s day isn’t always a bad thing, as having the excuse to swing from skyscraper to skyscraper as the esteemed Miles Morales could arguably be on every gamers' wishlist regardless of theevent at hand.
Accurately depicting the comics, Insomniac Games' try at the cherished Marvel mascot has been praised by countless gamers. Boasting an exceptional fighting and parkour system, customizable cosmetic range, and fearsome villain roster,Spider-Man: Miles Moralesallows players to immerse themselves within thevigilante lifestyleand take a step back from the real world, resulting in the perfect remedy for being alone this Valentine’s Day.
