The easiest way to get these games is to install Steam, a platform that lets you download and play games on your computer (versions for Windows, Mac OS, and Linux available). Check out the games listed below, even if you don't have time to play through all of them.
- Adventure/action: Assassin's Creed 2 (playtime for main story: 18-20 hours). €10.
- First-person shooter: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (playtime: 6-7 hrs) €40.
- Real-time strategy: Civilization 5 (playtime: 30-35 hrs) €30.
- First-person puzzle: Portal (playtime 4-6 hrs) €8.
Some of these games may provoke you. Remember that you are a student, and these games are picked so you can learn the most about this medium. We have chosen popular and typical games. Whether they are aesthetically or morally sound is not part of the judgement.
In addition, you should check out games on other platforms.
- Mobile phone (e.g., Angry Birds)
- Facebook (e.g., Candy Crush Saga