Topic: Game Recommendations

Hello,
I have a friend that really likes playing Puzzle/Adventure games and he’s looking to find another game to play since he’s finished all of the ones he likes. He’s enjoyed Yoshis Crafted World, Super Mario Odyssey, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Paper Mario: Origami King, and Captain Toad Treasure Tracker. He’s not a hardcore gamer and likes to play more casual games that allow you to explore and find different items/secrets but also make you think a little and isn’t just mindless. I’ve been trying to find something for them for a while, but I can’t really think of much. Let me know if any of you guys have suggestions!

Thanks! Happy gaming!

Based on what you're saying, I'm thinking Link's Awakening. I actually haven't played it, but it matches your description.

@SmashBall35 I would like to put forward Cocoon - it won ‘best debut indie’ at GOTY awards and seems t frequently find its way into a lot of 2023 top 10 lists! It really makes you think, but isn’t so obtuse as to ever get frustrating. Check out a trailer, but it is honestly a terrific little puzzler

If he likes exploration then what about some of the amazing Metroidvanias that are on Switch. Games like Ori, Hollow Knight, Metroid Dread and even the Steamworld Dig games.
Most of these can be picked up fairly priced and are often on sale.

@SmashBall35 Does your friend have a wii/wiiU? Zack and Wiki sounds like the perfect game for them.

Ori and the Blind Forest maybe?

Stardew Valley comes to mind. Theres all kinds of things to explore.

Your friend might dig "A Hat in Time" or "Hollow Knight." Both are adventure games with puzzles, secrets to find, and cool worlds to explore. They're not crazy tough, but they keep your brain buzzing. Hope your friend enjoys these!

@Kanpachi Hollow Knight starts off difficult but once you get used to the movement it becomes a lot easier - I also hated it at first but once it cliqued it became of of my favouritegames.
The bosses can be tough but most of the really hateful ones are optional if you don't want to punish yourself too much.

INK is a really fun short platformer for anyone who wants to get it!

A Pikmin game? Or Super Mario RPG?

Also, Kirby and The Forgotten Land. That is a bit like Mario Odessey. Each level has hidden objectives too/things to find, but not an overwhelming amount.