Games in the AAA space tend to be “forever games.” Almost demanding all of your free time to enjoy it. Even single-player ones, like Elden Ring and the new God of War(s), they have a story, but they want you to be in their worlds for as long as possible.
Don’t get me wrong, I love a good story, but can we get shorter games? Like, concise experiences that are free of bloat?
I find myself ignoring AAA announcements because I “know” they will be games that take forever.
Stray was a good one! There’s a tiny one called The Last Day of June on PlayStation Plus (I think it’s still there) that I liked too. It’s at most 4 hours, but the story guides it, if you like that kind of game.
On sale for $6 on steam right now. Might have to check that one out.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/635320/Last_Day_of_June/