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[Bollocks]

Ok, so I got these 3 games as part of a buy 1 take 3 deal.

I've wanted Bioshock Infinite for a very long time, so I'll save that one up, don't want to start with the best game right away.

That leaves Crysis 3 and Dishonored, I would take Crysis 3 but I saw that Dishonored has like a 88 metacritic rating, that surprised me because from the preview videos I watched it looks like a crap game but what do I know.
I only picked Dishonored because it was the only remaining first person game that I haven't played already and that qualified for the deal.

So which one should I play first aka is Dishonored really that good?

 

[rosaceadude2112]

Dishonored, which is also the only one you should play.

 

[Concept17]

Dishonored. Its a very refreshing and well executed game.

 

[Gestault]

What the hell? Make up your own mind. I don't know (or care to know) enough about your preferences or amount of free time to give advice for what you "should" do.

 

[RoKKeR]

Dishonored is amazing, fuck Metacritic.

 

[sp3000]

Dishonored

It actually does something different from the other two which are just very nice looking linear shooting galleries.

 

[ultron87]

I'd play Dishonored in between the other two since it is a change of pace from all the shootbang. It is more sneakstab.

Bioshock is certainly also fantastic. Dunno about Crysis.

 

[IceDoesntHelp]

Dishonored. No contest.

 

[swirlyglasses]

Dishonored. Its one of my favourite games of 2012, barring Journey.

 

[ShroudOfFate]

Crysis 3 is the worst of the 3 so start with that so when you play Dishonored second it will be a big step up.

 

[REV 09]

Dishonored w/ some Crysis 3 mp mixed in.

 

[Neuromancer]

Dishonored is excellent. Bioshock Infinite is mostly adequate. Crysis 3 was awful, this coming from someone who liked 2.

 

[Nibel]

Play Dishonored first for a game with great gameplay

Play BioShock Infinite for great visuals and a amazing story

Sell Crysis 3 and buy Crysis instead

 

[Dog Problems]

Another vote for Dishonored. BioShock Infinite was ultimately a let down although it has a fantastic art direction and Crysis 3 I've never played. Dishonored you could blow through in a day or take your time and go the stealth route.

 

[Staal]

Dishonored, it's that good.

 

[tonitoni]

Dishonored, which is also the only one you should play.

Yep, first post wins again.

 

[TheCloser]

Well you want to play the titles that are worst first so i would suggest that you play crysis 3.

 

[Tankshell]

The Last of Us

 

[SmarterUnconscious]

Usually when I have to decide between games, I go from worst to best or what I think I would enjoy less first.

 

[REV 09]

Dishonored

It actually does something different from the other two which are just very nice looking linear shooting galleries.

On pc, Crysis 3's visuals really take it up a notch. The story bits of infinite are also equally impressive. Dishonored probably plays the freshest, but the story is junk and the visuals are just ok. They all excel at different things.

 

[Totobeni]

Dishonored (my game of 2012) of course, pretty awesome games and let you play the way you want (pure stealth or complete lethal)

 

[1st Course]

Dishonored

 

[SkylineRKR]

Crysis 3 is one of the biggest disappointments of the year for me. I wouldn't even play it it I were you.

Bioshock Infinite is fantastic, I didn't jump in right away because of not believing the hype but it really is great. Have not played Dishonored, but it looks good.

Start with Infinite I guess.

 

[The Wheel of Fortune]

Dishonored, which is also the only one you should play.

This.
Don't be too excited for Bioshock Infinite.

 

[Akuun]

Dishonored if you want good world/level design and gameplay. Has the best gameplay of the three.

Bioshock if you want a neat concept, story, and good art design. Has the most satisfying narrative of the three, but may be hit or miss depending on what you like. It's probably best to approach it with no expectations.

Don't play Crysis 3. Actually, only play it for about 30 minutes to look at the pretty graphics. It's not even in the same ballpark as Dishonored and Bioshock. It has the best graphics of the three, but it absolutely blows at everything else. You are completely wasting your time if you are playing Crysis 3 for anything besides the graphics.

 

[Skiesofwonder]

Dishonored, which is also the only one you should play.

Bioshock Infinite is worth playing just to see how overrated it is.

 

[LightofRohan]

Bioshock Infintie was WAY better than Dishonored for me. But Dishonored is neat.

The Last of Us

He didn't like tLoU... I don't like OP anymore, everytime I see that avatar I want to smack it.

 

[Struct09]

Dishonored is excellent and definitely worth playing, plus it won't take you too long.

BioShock Infinite is amazing and should be played as well.

 

[ComputerMKII]

None.

 

[Loomer]

Dishonored, which is also the only one you should play.

Completely agree.

 

[ezekial45]

I feel like Dishonored is the richer gameplay experience of the three. BI has a great story and presentation, while Crysis 3 is a really fun shootbang.

Dishonored = Great Gameplay
BI = Great narrative and presentation
Crysis 3 = Fun action and shooting

I'd go with Dishonored first.

 

[Celegus]

Dishonored is pretty awesome, I'm playing it now. Bioshock looks awesome but I don't have it yet, and why would anyone even want to play Crysis 3?

 

[-tetsuo-]

Dishonored is a lot better than the other ones.

 

[Arkos]

Bluh at Dishonored. But also bluh at Crysis 3.

At least you've got your priorities in order

Edit:

Bioshock Infinite is worth playing just to see how overrated it is.

Hurr durr durr, OP I was pleasantly surprised by Bioshock, if it's been this long and you still think you'd like it I'd say chances are you will

 

[Bollocks]

Wtf, how come Dishonored was never on my radar like that?
Guess Dishonored it is. I even got the Limited Edition

And Crysis 3 can't disappoint me, based on Crysis 2 I don't expect much but it's a straight forward shooter, shouldn't be too hard to get some enjoyment out of it.

 

[beato_angelico]

Dishonored has like a 88 metacritic rating, that surprised me because from the preview videos I watched it looks like a crap game but what do I know. I only picked Dishonored because it was the only remaining first person game that I haven't played already and that qualified for the deal.

my answer would be Dishonored, but given your mindset I don't think you woud enjoy it. so, whatever.

 

[McLovin]

play from worse to best. Get crysis 3 out of the way. The campaign is super short. Then its a toss up between Infinite and dishonored. You might need a little time to process Infinite's ending so I would probably end with that.

 

[Coconut]

1. Dishonored

2. Bioshock infinite

3. Return Crysis 3 to the store you bought it from.

 

[DarkoMaledictus]

Its all about tastes... I hated dishonored, thought Bioshock Infinite was ok and liked Crysis 3...

 

[SapientWolf]

Dishonored

It actually does something different from the other two which are just very nice looking linear shooting galleries.

That's why he should play it last. Otherwise, the other two are gonna feel like a rat maze.

 

[Shaanyboi]

Bioshock will leave the most lasting impression of the three (though i haven't played Crysis 3)

Dishonored is really mechanically interesting, but its narrative doesn't carry it as well as B:I

 

[SJRB]

Like many others in this thread, I'd highly recommend Dishonored. It's a great game.

 

[Sullichin]

Bioshock Infintie was WAY better than Dishonored for me. But Dishonored is neat.



He didn't like tLoU... I don't like OP anymore, everytime I see that avatar I want to smack it.

I agree, I thought Bioshock Infinite was much better than Dishonored. I like Dishonored though. Didn't play Crysis 3 but 2 lost my interest about halfway through.

 

[BrokenEchelon]

Dishonored and BioShock are both good.

Crysis 3 is in a different category.

 

[Liha]

Dishonored and later Bioshock

Crysis is just a benchmark for your new gpu.

 

[injurai]

Disowned.

the others are shells of what they could otherwise be.

 

[Blake'sGrave]

Don't play Crysis 3, life's too short to waste your time on it.

 

[Akuun]

Wtf, how come Dishonored was never on my radar like that?
Guess Dishonored it is. I even got the Limited Edition

And Crysis 3 can't disappoint me, based on Crysis 2 I don't expect much but it's a straight forward shooter, shouldn't be too hard to get some enjoyment out of it.

If you're looking for shooting fun, just play Bioshock or Dishonored. Crysis 3 is really, really not worth your time.

 

[Sinatar]

Play them worst to best: Crysis -> Bioshock -> Dishonored

 

[stn]

I'd start with Crysis 3 just because it is very short. I beat it in 9 hours.