New to video games?
Start here.
Find a game you'll enjoy, choose a console, and get started at your own pace. Plain-English guidance. No account needed to use this guide.
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Find your starting point
Every game has a beginner difficulty level, from 1 (Gentle) to 5 (Tough). We consider the controls, moving the camera, fast reactions, what happens when you make a mistake, and how much reading is involved.
Use the levels to choose where to start. Try something more challenging whenever you feel like it.
- 1Gentle
Easy to get started - 2Easy
A little to learn - 3Moderate
Some practice - 4Challenging
Quick hands - 5Tough
Expect a challenge