I’m a fairly new, unsophisticated and intermittent gamer, but have been playing a bit more because of lockdown, darker nights etc.

I don’t do multiplayer deathmatch type stuff – just the campaigns and prefer a first person shooter. Mindless fun, but it helps keep me sane.

Can anyone recommend a decent one to try? I’ve just played Far Cry 5 which I downloaded on offer for just £10 which I thought was ace value considering how long it took me to play, I really enjoyed it too. I’ve also enjoyed Metro exodus, the last of us (not played the new one yet – it’s on the list), one of the recent Wolfenstein releases. COD WW2 was OK, but didnt match the hype for me and I did play one of latest Doom versions, but didn’t really get on with the slightly cartoony/sci fi feel of it. And whilst not really a fps, I’ve tried Red Dead Redemption 2 but didnt really get on with it. I might give it another try at some stage though.

So something like far cry or metro exodus, preferably cheap – it doesn’t need to be the latest hot release. Miserable sod that I am, I prefer the dystopian future or post apocalypse type vibe to realistic military games like COD.

Any suggestions?

Borderlands springs to mind. titanfall of course

I’m currently playing days gone, which has it’s faults but is enjoyable. Rdr2 is incredible, do persevere. I know you said no battle royal but apex legends, when you get a good game, is brilliant fun.

Next on my list is the new assassins creed

The remastered versions of the bioshock trilogy are something like £10. Old but still outstanding.

A few there I’ve not heard of, thanks I’ll check them out!

Borderlands 3 is currently about £15 on PSN store.

Some might call it cartoony (cell shaded graphics) but it’s basically go here, shoot these massive amount of enemies, receive loot, kill boss, get loot, drive here, kill that, get loot… with an excellent and funny storyline.

😬

Destiny 2?
It’s got a few smaller campaigns built in with the expansion packs. They’re all on Xbox game pass currently. Not sure if they are on the PlayStation equivalent.

It’s a bit of a ‘grind for the best gear’ game, but you don’t have to do that to enjoy the game. I’ve happily spent a fair few hours on there just shooting stuff.

Assassins Creed plenty to choose from Black flag would be a good starting point

Lots of bargains on PS Store.

Cheers all, loads of ideas for me to check out, thanks 👍

Borderlands trilogy as above, but the best FPS I’ve played in a VERY long time is Titanfall 2. Very good story mode albeit a little short, and varied multiplayer modes that have kept me going back for more in the 6 months since I downloaded it.

get yourself an EA play subscription: £20 for the year and you’ll get these games:

A Way Out
ANTHEM
Battlefield 1
Battlefield 4
Battlefield Hardline
Battlefield V
Burnout Paradise Remastered
Fe
FIFA 17
FIFA 18
FIFA 19
FIFA 20
Madden NFL 18
Madden NFL 19
Madden NFL 20
Mass Effect: Andromeda
Mirror’s Edge Catalyst
NBA Live 18
NBA Live 19
Need for Speed
Need for Speed Heat
Need for Speed: Payback
Need for Speed Rivals
NHL 17
NHL 18
NHL 19
NHL 20
Peggle 2
Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare
Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2
Plants vs Zombies: Battle for Neighborville
Rocket Arena
Sea of Solitude
Star Wars: Battlefront
Star Wars: Battlefront 2
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Titanfall 2
The Sims 4
UFC
UFC 2
UFC 3
Unravel
Unravel Two

Maybe not quite what you are after, but these should do your FPS diet.

Star Wars: Battlefront 2
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Titanfall 2
Battlefield V
Battlefield 1
ANTHEM
Mass Effect: Andromeda

ps well some might be 3rd person, but similar thing. Anyhoo, it’s a bargain and worth a look imo.

Get a PS VR, a copy of Doom VR and an adult nappy.

Borderlands can take a while to get into, and if you don’t like cartoony then it may grate a bit. Brilliant series though, I would start with the first and work through (is that available on PS4)?

Bioshock is a great call.

If you’re interested in stealth as well as shooting people in the face, try the Dishonoured series. Dishonoured 2 is one of my favourite games of all time.

In true STW style I am going to recommend a non-FPS game although it has elements of it. Nier: Automata. Takes a little getting into but it is the most beautiful, bonkers, insane and compelling game I have ever played. There are so many WTF is going on here moments it’s untrue. An absolute must play…

Far Cry 4?

Not quite as good as Far Cry 5 but not far off.  There are 2 DLC campaigns for FC5 and Far Cry New Dawn set after the events of FC5.

PUBG? steep learning curve but still absolutely the best FPS IMO. its flawed for sure, but brilliant.

XBOX GT: Smudger GB if anyone plays.

In further keeping with STW I’ll recommend not a FPS but one of the best games (IMO) I’ve played in a long time, The Last Of Us Pt 2.

I usually dip in and out of games but this had me pretty well hooked. Only really complaint is the amount of cut scenes but that’s a minor quibble in the scheme of things.

I tend to browse CEX’s website and buy whatever jumps out at me as a bargain. Just picked up Star Wars Battlefront for £4

In accordance with the aforementioned tradition, I have absolutely loved Ghost Of Tsushima. I’d recommend it to anyone who likes chopping up bad guys with a sword.

i recently signed up for PS Now, which is a “netflix” of games on the PSN.

Have a peep at the games list here, Borderlands Collection is 2 and pre-sequel IIRC.
Also has Doom (2016) which is one of the best FPS games since OG Doom.

I think its about £35 on CDKeys for a years membership.

God Of War? Not an FPS but it’s ace.

Titanfall 2 is one of the best fps and usually can be had for under a £5

Came here to say Borderlands. I’ve played 3 A LOT (I’ve played all the others too) and there’s still another DLC I’m yet to get. It also has an online coop which I played with my mates over lockdown and that was a laugh too.

I’ve also enjoyed all the Far Cry games.

Cheers all. I got hold of Doom eternal and the last of us 2 is on the way. At the glacial rate I complete these things with my fat uncoordinated thumbs, they should keep me busy for a while!

Loved far cry 5 and currently playing new Dawn, so a recommendation from me. Cheap as chips on the bay, but was expensive on the PlayStation store.Borderlands 2 was one of my all time favourite games and not sure if anybody has mentioned the division yet?

Doom eternal

Prepare to die repeatedly and get frustrated.

Then when you think you are getting the hang of it, they introduce the Marauder.