I feel like a good chunk of multiplayer games these days are either extremely toxic by design or don’t put a whole lot of emphasize on actually playing together.
It kinda feels like a lot of games more or less turn you into a less stupid bot for others to play with and there is not so much space for social interaction anymore.
Do you know any games that still invite you to get to know new people?
I am not sure if it will help you know more people, but Deep Rock Galactic has one of the most friendly Multiplayer experiences I ever had. You will find a lemon from time to time, but in general it is a great community as long as you Rock and Stone when someone Rock and Stones to you (you will understand) :-)
If you don’t rock and stone, you ain’t comin home.
Rock and stone, you beautiful dwarf!
Rock and Stone!!!
To the Bone!
Did I hear a rock and stone?
Rock and Stone!
For me this is Minecraft. Finding a casual server with a minimum age requirement was key. I’m surprised how many decade-long friendships came from this community.
You should avoid battle royals and first person shooters. MMORPGs have created communities since their inceptions, I believe. I think FFXIV would fit your description.
I second this. FFXIV has a great community, it really reminded me of older days in gaming where there were constantly events and parties and meet-ups. There are even bands in this game where they go to major towns and play music together, it’s really cool.
Smash bros in general is the biggest one I can think of, but minecraft too.
I got to know a friend of mine in (relaunched) WoW Classic.
