The pandemic is in full swing, and a lot of people are staying indoors. Strict guidelines say that people should stay indoors to avoid the spread of COVID-19. Because of that, most of us right now don’t have anything to do. Although you can watch movies, read a book, play some tunes or listen to some, it isn’t just the same.

Why not play a few video games to help lighten up the mood? You could play online multiplayer games such as LoL, PUBG, DOTA 2, CSGO, and Apex Legends. With these games, you’ll be able to interact with players from all over the world. You either go head to head with someone else or team up and complete a common goal. Sounds fun, right? As fun as it should be, sometimes it could get stressful. To avoid this, why not try and play single-player games?

Single-player games are more immersive, which means you’ll get to play it for a long time. With that said, here are some of the best pc games you can try out.

Red Dead Redemption 2

Red Dead Redemption 2 or RDR2 for short is hands down, one of the best games pc. Falling just one spot to win the 2018 game of the year, RDR2 received some pretty awesome comments from critics and the gaming community.

You play as Arthur Morgan, a member of the Van der Linde gang who robs from the rich and gives to, well, themselves. Set in a fictionalized wild, wild west setting, you’ll have endless hours of fun trying to complete goals.  Finishing bounty quests, camping, hunting, fishing– you name it! Try RDR2, and you’ll instantly fall in love with this awesome game.

Forza Horizon 4

Want to race with a Lamborghini Aventador? How about driving through the streets of France with a Ferrari 488 GTB? You can do all of these awesome driving by playing Forza Horizon 4. With a wide assortment of race and luxury cars to choose from, you’ll never run out of options. Aside from the cars, the game is a masterpiece when it comes to graphics. Forza Horizon 4 boasts some of the best quality graphics among the recently released games.

Far Cry 5

If FPS or First Person Shooters is your thing, then Far Cry 5 is for you. You play as a deputy who is tasked to bring in a cult leader from the Project at Eden’s Gate. The cult is a deranged and militarized that’s wreaking havoc in a fictionalized region somewhere in Montana. Things go awry as the arrest takes a wrong turn. Although the game is technically an FPS, it’s set in a vast open-world with a bit of role-playing elements.

You’ll likely need an assortment of vehicles to travel the whole game world as it’s just too big to walk. It’s full of forests, rivers, lakes, and the occasional town. Your goal is to destroy cult properties, rescue innocent townsfolk, and, ultimately, confront its enigmatic leader. Try this game out if you want a fast-paced FPS.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

The world of the Witcher franchise was given light as it’s one of Netflix’s most viewed shows. Immerse yourself even more in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. You play as Geralt of Rivia, a witcher who has a way with the ladies.

Witchers are modified monster hunters, which means they can see in the dark, they’re more agile and stronger than average humans, and they can use a bit of magic. With a vast open-world setting, you’ll have a lot of fun traveling from town to town in search of contracts and treasure.

Stardew Valley

Once in a while, it’s a good idea to take a break from monster-slaying and bounty hunting. If you want a simpler, more relaxing game, try Stardew Valley. In this farming sim game, you get to grow, harvest crops, and raise livestock. Honest, relaxing, and entertaining, what more could you ask from such an awesome game?

Takeaway

Playing video games is an awesome way to keep busy during the lockdown. With the games mentioned above, you won’t have a dull moment. Check them out!