Do you ever have this feeling — you’re watching a movie or Netflix series and, at the back of your mind, imagining yourself in the shoes of the main character? You criticize their decisions, suggest alternatives, and are basically certain you’d have coped better. Luckily, online games let us try our hand at a huge variety of activities, including those we see in the cinema. In this article, we take a look at 5 games worth trying for any cinema fan. Check it out!
Inside the Movie: 5 Cool Games For Cinema Fans
Mystic Warriors of Ka’ah — Inspired by The Big Bang Theory
If you’ve just raised your eyebrows in surprise, you may safely skip this one as this is a variant specifically for The Big Bang Theory fans. In effect, Mystic Warriors of Ka’ah is a fictional trick-taking game with elements of strategizing similar to Monopoly and risk-taking similar to Jack Poker mini-games. As you may have already guessed, the rules are pretty complicated (after all, it’s one of Sheldon’s faves!), and the gameplay can last… well, for long.
Although the game was invented specifically for the series, you can find lots of details about it in Wiki Fandom. If you’d love to play it with your friends, they say the closest to it is Magic: The Gathering. Or, you can always use the fandom’s info to invent a game of your own!
Chess — Inside The Queen’s Gambit
The Queen’s Gambit dramatically increased the popularity of chess and would even make it look… sexy which would seem absolutely impossible before the film was released. The film portrays the game as a cerebral and chic pursuit. Needless to say, we, viewers, are all eager to try our hand at it.
To channel your inner Beth Harmon, engage with interactive chess platforms online or download an app and play with a computer. Either way, you’ll compete against players (or virtual players) at various skill levels. The game is deeply strategic. You’ll need
- foresight
- planning
- patience (much like the show’s protagonist).
Online chess platforms often host tournaments and offer lessons that can help improve your game. You’ll be able to get a comprehensive experience that mirrors the intense training and competition seen in the series.
EA Sports FIFA 23 — A Bit Like Ted Lasso
Okay, okay, Ted Lasso is primarily about an American football coach trying to manage a British soccer team. However, it highlights the universal themes of teamwork and sportsmanship, which are central to FIFA 23. And, let’s be honest, it’s just very tempting to see how well YOU’ll cope in the manager’s shoes.
All in all, this game hardly needs an introduction. It offers a realistic soccer management and gameplay experience, where you will
- strategize
- make real-time decisions
- interact with team members both on and off the pitch.
Sounds much like Coach Lasso’s journey, doesn’t it?
Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered — Ultimate Spider-Man series
This one may be viewed as cheating because Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered is, indeed, inspired by Spider-Man. But it’s really worth including here because it’s just a unique opportunity to swing through New York City as the iconic web-slinger. Plus, although the game includes story elements from various Spider-Man comics and films, it has original narratives, too.
So, what exactly will you do in Peter Parker’s world? Quite a lot of things, in fact:
- encounter familiar villains and allies
- tackle crime
- make pivotal decisions that affect the storyline (including the romantic one).
The game’s mechanics, including web-swinging and combat, are designed to make players truly feel like Spider-Man. From that standpoint, it’s certainly the most immersive experience on the list.
Cooking Simulator — In Carmy’s Shoes
The Bear captures the high-pressure environment of professional kitchens so well that after watching it, you may have this urge to take on the role of a chef right now. If so, Cooking Simulator lets you do that as it offers a virtual taste of this intense culinary world.
This game challenges you to
- manage time and resources efficiently (easier said than done, of course)
- maintain high standards of dish preparation
- keep your kitchen clean (yeah, chefs do that, too).
It’s an excellent way to understand the skills and stress involved in professional cooking without the physical heat but with all the virtual pressure. Plus, you’ll learn some basic recipes that you can actually use in real life.
