I’m searching for single-player games that are easygoing and don’t require too much attention or dialogue. Ideally, they should be low-effort and long enough to keep me entertained while I listen to podcasts in the background. Any suggestions for games like this?
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Minecraft in creative mode is perfect for this. You can just build or explore without the pressure of combat, making it easy to zone out and listen to your podcast.
Farming sims like Stardew Valley or RimWorld are great choices. They’re long, low-pressure games with minimal dialogue that let you manage and plan stuff calmly, perfect for podcast listening.
Though not exactly low effort, I find turn-based strategy games like Civilization or Heroes of Might and Magic can work well. They don’t need constant fast reactions, so you can play at your own pace while listening to something else.
If you’re into loot and action but still want to keep the sound on low and enjoy background audio, Diablo series or Division 2 might work. They’re repetitive enough that you can sort of go on autopilot during gameplay.
You might enjoy simulation or management games like American Truck Simulator, European Truck Simulator 2, or Cities: Skylines. They let you do repetitive tasks while your mind’s free to follow a podcast. Also games like Powerwash Simulator or House Flipper fit that vibe too.
Yeah, creative mode is great for chilling without needing to focus too much.