Replayability vs Photographic Memory

[Rikkano]

I for one have Photographic Memory (hence the topic name), while it is a gift regarding education and public speeches, the thing is I seem to be buying games rather often since they have very low replay value for me (I remember the whole plot and grow bored quickly). So would you have anything to suggest me gamewise? since I'm once again at a standstill. My preferences tend lean towards RPGs/RTS'/Puzzles.

And well that about sums it up

 

[Spacewolf]

you are aware that there has never been a confirmed case of photographic memory right. I would guess try a game where the plot isnt that important Portal 1, 2 maybe they have several challenges for each level or maybe RTW since its not linear

 

[TheRevanchist]

I'm the same way, that I can't replay games because they get repetitive. I would suggest open-world free-roam games (or whatever they're called) such as TES series or Mount&Blade. Or perhaps multiplayer games, if you're into that.

 

[Solo-Wing]

Try a MMO like WoW or a FPS like Team Fortress 2. Those don't really have plots.

 

[Spacewolf]

you are aware that there has never been a confirmed case of photographic memory right. I would guess try a game where the plot isnt that important Portal 1, 2 maybe

I wouldn't be so sure about that. It isn't necessarily completely photographic, but:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperthymesia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eidetic_memory

Proper photographic memory would mean the person could look back on an event and see something hey hadnt noticed before

 

[BRex21]

I played through Deus Ex, over and over and over again. I had every persons movement memorized and could move through the game virtually on autopilot. It only took a few playthroughs to get to this point, but I have mild OCD.
There are also games like The new fallouts where you can spend 1000+ hours roaming (with downloadable content) and then replay it. It IS repetative, but generally there is different stuff to try so you can get a lot out of them.

 

[KalosCast]

I have the same problem with any game that's driven by the story, rather than the gameplay. Games with Good/Evil bars might get me to play them twice, but the major twists and character development arcs are going to be the same every single playthrough so unless the gameplay can stand up on its own (and most RPGs, in my experience, can't) then it's getting shelved pretty quick.

 

[plugav]

It doesn't take photographic memory to remember the plot of a game, and it doesn't take amnesia to enjoy a game a second time. If you really can't stand playing a linear game twice, there are always sandbox/multiplayer games out there for you.

My thoughts exactly.

Why not try Oblivion or Fallout 3? I've spent countless hours with those games and I've neither done everything there was to do nor even finished them.

 

[Smooth Operator]

You could try an MMO

No actually just pick up any older long RPG, or anything with a huge world GTA, Fallout, Stains Row,...
And if you really have photographic memory you should be amazing at those Japanese wall of pain shoot em up's because it's all just pattern memorization.

 

[emeraldrafael]

You could play the persona games. With their social link factors in, dpending how you play and how you socialize with, its a (slgihtly) different game.

 

[TrevHead]

hmmm, Im unsure if you really do have a photographic memory, however Ild recommend you get into playing games that are extreamly hard both in complexaty and twitch difficulty but you will have to play at an advanced level so that you are mentally stimulated.

If you enjoy finding out how each game ticks and then using the knowledge of the game to make it your ***** then I suggest either turning the tutorials off if you can, and not reading the rulebook. Also play games close to release day when players are just finding their feet.

Also I recommend playing games that are simple on the surface but are complex beasts for anyone who scratches the surface. Old coin op arcade games are like this especially games that have highscores (eg shmups, especially modern Cave shmups like Deathsmiles) You say you like puzzules then play these games for score as they are very much like puzzle games. Treasure's Ikaruga might be to your liking. (Outlander is a similar 2D platformer with the same on the fly puzzles. (get MAME) EDIT also check out Nomltest and Geometry Wars which are more random then normal shooters

Other then that play games with random generated levels like Dwarf Fortress or Nethack. Torchlight is a diablo clone with these elements.

Also play multiplayer games, look for games where your ability isnt a "I win button" or gimp yourself in some way to level the playing field (Eve Online)

 

[demoman_chaos]

Anything that is dynamic will work well. Mount&Blade is a solid choice, though it may ruin all other RPG's for you, or at least their combat. The Total war series is always a good choice. Pick an era in history you like and find the Total War game that fits it.

you are aware that there has never been a confirmed case of photographic memory right. I would guess try a game where the plot isnt that important Portal 1, 2 maybe

Portal games have among the least replay value. Once you beat a level, you know how to beat it and nothing really changes about it. It is like playing the same word search again. You already know where everything is you can zip through easily with no challenge whatsoever unless you forgot.

 

[Layz92]

Played all the Baldur's Gates, Icewind Dales and Planescape? Cos those could probably tide you over for a while in a single game. Then you could replay it evil, or good with different choices... or with an entirely different party build requiring a different tactic. You can lose a lot of time there and there are pretty cheap to get.

 

[manythings]

You could try an MMO

First someone will have to release and MMO that is also a game. HEYO!

OT: Most games are only good for a single playthrough if you are talking about them storywise. I've played Arkham Asylum four times and I still want to Batman a room of thugs with a perfect, free flow combo.

I guess a BioWare game maybe? Or something from Obsidian would be good bets. Maybe try Rockstar for the sandbox kind of thing. Mercenaries and Just cause 2 (not the the first it's a fucking criminally unfinished game).

 

[pliusmannn]

that's my case too, i just get bored quickly because of remembering the whole game (happened with HL, Prince of Persia, Crysis and bunch of other games) I also tend to never watch same movies more than once (except The Fountain and Fight Club, those I watch quite often and and I call those masterpieces of western movies)

 

[William MacKay]

you are aware that there has never been a confirmed case of photographic memory right. I would guess try a game where the plot isnt that important Portal 1, 2 maybe

but the fun of Portal is working out the puzzles. if you can remember the answer, then thats ruined. how about Assassins Creed: the plot is merely a framing device for the killing, and AC:B has multiplayer.

 

[ajemas]

I'm sorry, but you don't have a photographic memory. Take a look at this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Memory_Championships
Not one person since its inception has claimed to have a photographic memory. If you did have one, then you would be the only confirmed case of it on the planet.
Anyway, I would love to be able to play through Bioshock again without knowing the plot and ending details. It was a great experience, and I'd love to go through it once more.

 

[Ubermetalhed]

Metal Gear Solid 4. Do a Big Boss run. That'll test or prove your photographic memory.