First off, 'Stardew Valley' has a heartwarming story. You inherit a farm and build it up while interacting with the villagers in a charming little town. In LAN mode, you can have friends visit your farm or visit theirs. 'ARK: Survival Evolved' has a story about surviving on a prehistoric island filled with dinosaurs and other ancient creatures. In LAN, you can form tribes with friends and work together or compete in this survival story. 'Torchlight II' has a simple but engaging story of a hero on a quest to defeat the Alchemist. The LAN multiplayer is great for teaming up with friends and experiencing the story together.
Among them, 'Minecraft' can be a great choice. Although it may seem like a sandbox game at first, there are adventure maps and story - driven mods that can be played in LAN. You can build and explore while following a self - made or pre - existing story. 'Terraria' is also cool. It has a simple yet engaging story about exploring a 2D world, fighting bosses, and gathering resources. In LAN, you can share this experience with friends. 'The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim' can be played in LAN with mods that enhance the co - op experience and its already - rich story about dragons and the civil war in Skyrim.
Definitely 'Divinity: Original Sin 2'. It has a complex and immersive story. You get to create your characters and make choices that truly shape the narrative. The coop play allows you to strategize with your friends, like deciding which spells to use in a battle or which path to take in a quest. 'Portal 2' is also a must - play. The story is simple yet engaging. You and your coop partner have to think outside the box to solve the portal - based puzzles. It has a great sense of humor that adds to the overall experience.
The Crew 2. It has a story that allows you to experience different types of racing across the United States. You can switch between various vehicles like cars, boats, and planes. The story is about building your racing career and exploring the vast map of the US in different racing disciplines.
Final Fantasy XIV. It has an incredibly rich story that unfolds over multiple expansions. The story involves political intrigue, a fight against ancient evils, and the building of a community. The lore is deep and the characters you meet along the way have their own interesting stories.
I highly recommend 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild'. Its story is immersive and engaging. You'll constantly discover new things about the world and its history. 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' is also great. It gives you a relaxing and creative story where you can shape your island as you like. Another one is 'Xenoblade Chronicles 2'. The story is epic and the characters are well - developed.
One game to consider is 'Horizon Zero Dawn'. Although originally a console game, it has a PC version. The story is about Aloy, a hunter in a post - apocalyptic world overrun by mechanical creatures. She uncovers the secrets of her world and her own origin. 'Gothic' series also has great stories. You are thrown into a harsh, medieval - ish world where you have to fight, trade, and explore to uncover the mysteries of the prison colony. 'Baldur's Gate 3' has a great story too. It's a D&D - based RPG with a huge world, interesting characters, and a story full of choices and consequences.
There is also 'Jav's Mysterious Castle Story'. In this, the characters explore an old, mysterious castle in Jav. It's full of secrets and puzzles. As the story unfolds, you get to know the history of the castle and the people associated with it. It's a great story that combines mystery and discovery.
I think 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' is relevant. Dorian Gray's descent into a life of moral decay and evil, while his portrait absorbs all the ugliness of his actions, can be seen as a study of good and evil. Basil Hallward, who created the portrait, represents a form of good, with his pure artistic intentions. Another novel is 'The Scarlet Letter'. Hester Prynne is punished for her 'sin' in a Puritan society, but she also shows great strength and goodness. The society that shames her can be seen as having elements of evil in its rigidity and lack of compassion.
One of the best is 'Left 4 Dead'. It has an engaging story where you and your team fight against hordes of zombies. The four campaigns are filled with different scenarios and challenges. Another great one is 'Warcraft III'. It has a rich, epic story with multiple factions, and you can play through different campaigns that are full of strategy and plot twists. Also, 'StarCraft' is a classic. It has a deep story set in a science - fiction universe, and the LAN battles based on the story are intense and strategic.
A good beginner - friendly RPG with a great story is 'Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition'. It has a classic story of adventure in a fantasy world with plenty of guidance for new players. 'Kingdom Come: Deliverance' also works well. It offers a historical RPG experience with a story that is easy to follow about a young man seeking revenge. 'Yakuza 0' is another one. It has an interesting story set in 1988 in Japan, with engaging characters and gameplay that isn't overly complicated for those new to rpgs.
Some common novels include 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte. The story of the eponymous character, an orphaned governess, and her relationship with Mr. Rochester is both romantic and a study of a strong - willed woman. 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger is another common one. It's about a teenager's alienation and his search for meaning in a world he often finds phony.