Let’s say a middle-aged librarian/writer had never played a video game. This person loves stories, language, and history and is not comfortable with graphic depictions of violence. This person would like to be immersed in a story that is also a game, and would prefer not to buy a whole bunch of stuff or acquire an entirely new skillset.
What’s the one game you would recommend?
@Julie Check out Itch.io --
https://itch.io/
It's an indie game site with so many options. You can search by exactly the criteria you listed and get a taste of the world of virtual gaming / game design without too much commitment. I've been so delighted by the creativity and range of what's available there; I'm sure you'd have fun exploring too.
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