Just upgraded my laptop - which game should I dive into first?

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Hey everyone! I just upgraded to a Lenovo Legion 5 laptop, and it’s a huge step up from my old Asus TUF that I’ve been using for the last five years. I have a few games that I’ve been holding off on until I had a better setup, including Baldur’s Gate 3, Space Marine 2, Red Dead Redemption 2 (and the first one), Cyberpunk 2077, and Expedition 33. I’m really into RPGs and strategy games, and I plan to start a Total War: Warhammer 3 campaign on ultra unit scale soon. I’m going into all of these games pretty blind since I haven’t played many big AAA titles in the last 6-7 years. Could you recommend which one I should start with? And are there any other must-play titles I should consider getting? I want to buy them one at a time to really focus on each game without distractions.

Just upgraded my laptop - which game should I dive into first
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AdventureSeeker01 -

I just wrapped up Expedition 33, and I highly recommend starting with that one! It has a great balance, and after that, you can jump into something more intense like RDR2.

RPG_Master77 -

Definitely start with Baldur’s Gate 3! It’s such a fantastic RPG and offers tons of replayability. Plus, the story and characters are top-notch. If you’re looking for something for shorter play sessions, Slay the Spire is also a great choice! You can really get into that one without feeling like you’re committing too much time.

TotalWarNerd -

I’m already an avid Slayer of Spires, don’t worry about that!

PixelProwler -

If you’re looking for something relaxing and visually stunning, try Shadows. It’s set in gorgeous Japan, although I should warn you that the story is a bit lacking. But hey, the graphics are nice to admire!

NewSystemGamer -

If you want a more recent experience, Cyberpunk 2077 is where it’s at. With your new hardware, you’ll be able to enjoy it at its best. I built my system recently too, and it really hits the spot for immersive gameplay.

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