Summary

  • First-person games provide unique immersion by letting you step into the protagonist's shoes and see the world through their eyes.
  • Games like The Stanley Parable, Firewatch, and What Remains of Edith Finch offer deep emotional storytelling experiences in first-person perspective.
  • Whether exploring dark secrets, complex narratives, or corporate intrigues, first-person games like Bioshock Infinite and The Outer Worlds engage you in thought-provoking stories.

What makes first-person games so special? It’s not just about the camera angle, it’s about stepping into the protagonist’s shoes, seeing the world through their eyes, and living their experience. This perspective creates a unique sense of immersion, allowing you to connect with the characters and their stories on a deeper level.

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Whether you’re uncovering dark secrets, exploring vast worlds (or houses with a lot of secrets), or getting lost in deep, emotional narratives, these games are perfect examples of how first-person storytelling can pull you in and make you feel every moment. Here are some story-driven first-person that will make you see different journeys, with different eyes.

8 The Stanley Parable

The Illusion Of Free Will

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The Stanley Parable

Adventure Released October 17, 2013 Developer(s) Galactic Cafe Publisher(s) Galactic Cafe Platform(s) PC Powered by Expand Collapse

The Stanley Parable is a unique first-person game that messes your perception, breaking the fourth wall in the most unexpected ways. You’re guided by a narrator who insists on directing your every move, trying to keep you on a particular path.

But here’s the trick: no matter what you do, there is no 'right' or 'wrong' choice. You can follow the rules or completely rebel, but either way, the game takes you on a series of twists and turns, constantly doubting you. It is a game that makes you question free will, choice, and whether you can ever truly escape… unless you just quit the game, easy peasy!

7 Firewatch

A Story Of Isolation And Connection

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Firewatch

Adventure Released February 9, 2016 Developer(s) Campo Santo Publisher(s) Campo Santo, Panic Platform(s) PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One Powered by Expand Collapse

Firewatch is a beautiful and emotional exploration of isolation, human connection, and a lot of mystery. Set in the Wyoming wilderness, you play as Henry, a fire lookout, communicating via radio with his supervisor, Delilah.

The catch? You never actually see her, but somehow, you build this powerful connection with just her voice accompanying you on your journey, becoming a comforting presence in the loneliness of Henry. The first-person perspective makes the experience more personal, as you navigate through the forest, unravel a mysterious narrative, and reflect on Henry’s past.

6 The Outer Worlds

Space Adventures And Corporate Intrigue

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The Outer Worlds

RPG 4.0/5 Released October 25, 2019 Developer(s) Obsidian Entertainment Publisher(s) Private Division Platform(s) Switch, Xbox One, PS4, PC Powered by Expand Collapse

Obsidian Entertainment has a solid reputation, and with The Outer Worlds, the creator of Fallout: New Vegas delivers another hit. This first-person RPG throws you into an alternate future where humanity has colonized distant planets, and the galaxy is controlled by mega-corporations that value profit over people.

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With a mix of dark humor and choices that really matter, every decision you make influences the outcome, making this a deeply personal experience that’s as entertaining as it is thought-provoking.

5 Fallout: New Vegas

Decisions That Shape A Wasteland

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Fallout: New Vegas

RPG 9.0/10 Released October 19, 2010 Developer(s) Obsidian Entertainment Publisher(s) Bethesda Platform(s) PS3, Xbox 360, PC Powered by Expand Collapse

Ah, the eternal debate: which Fallout of the entire saga is the best? New Vegas often tops the list for good reason. It immerses you in a new post-apocalyptic world full of factions, moral dilemmas, and one seriously gripping narrative.

In first-person, you can fully immerse yourself as 'The Courier', making choices that shape the fate of New Vegas itself. With its open-ended structure and deep storyline, this game lets you explore, align with different groups, and carve your own path in the lawless wasteland.

4 Gone Home

A House Full Of Secrets

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Gone Home

Adventure 2.0/10 Released August 15, 2013 Developer(s) Fullbright Publisher(s) Fullbright Platform(s) PC, Xbox One, PS4, Switch, iOS, Linux Powered by Expand Collapse

Gone Home is a perfect example of environmental storytelling at its finest. You arrive at your family’s home after a long trip in Europe, but the house is empty, and something feels off. The first-person perspective makes you feel like a true investigator as you wander through dark hallways, open drawers, and discover secret passages, piecing together the story of what happened.

The game’s strength lies in how real and alive the house feels, without the need for physical characters to tell their own story.

3 What Remains Of Edith Finch

A Family Legacy Of Tragedy And Memories

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What Remains of Edith Finch

Adventure 8.5/10 Released April 25, 2017 Developer(s) Giant Sparrow Publisher(s) Annapurna Interactive Platform(s) PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, iOS Powered by Expand Collapse

What Remains of Edith Finch is a deeply emotional and eerie experience that lets you explore the tragic stories of the Finch family. In each first-person vignette, you experience the lives and untimely deaths of each family member, all presented in imaginative and surreal ways.

All of this happens while exploring the house, alone, and interacting with seemingly innocent objects, which turn out to be gateways to intense and tragic memories. It is a unique blend of environmental storytelling, mystery, tragedy, and even a touch of horror, making you feel like you’re truly living through each story.

2 Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition

From Disaster To Success

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Cyberpunk 2077

RPG Action 10.0/10 Released December 10, 2020 Developer(s) CD Projekt Red Publisher(s) CD Projekt Red Platform(s) PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, PC Powered by Expand Collapse

Okay, Cyberpunk 2077 didn’t exactly have the smoothest launch, but with patches and the Phantom Liberty DLC, it is now one of the best story-driven single-player games out there.

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1 Bioshock Infinite

Not Everything Is What It Seems

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BioShock Infinite

Shooter 9.0/10 Released March 26, 2013 Developer(s) Irrational Games Publisher(s) 2K Platform(s) PS3, Xbox 360, PC, macOS, Linux Powered by Expand Collapse

In Bioshock Infinite, you step into the shoes of Booker DeWitt, tasked with rescuing Elizabeth Comstock from the seemingly perfect floating city of Columbia… yeah, things aren’t quite what they seem.

The first-person perspective makes every detail of the stunning and terrifying city feel real. The narrative dives into themes of power, religion, and multiverse theory, with the bond between Booker and Elizabeth driving the story forward. This visually breathtaking game has one of the most mind-bending and talked-about endings in game history.

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