15 Video Games With Realistic Injury Mechanics

Whether it's showcasing damage realistically or simulating fractures and conditions, these games are worth checking out.

Posted By | On 22nd, Nov. 2023

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Video games are embraced for their escapism, but sometimes, players want some realism thrown in. They want to stimulate the trials and tribulations that could result from realistic injuries without actually receiving any (which is understandable). Fortunately, there are several titles out there which can accurately model injuries, if not showcase them in neat cosmetic ways. Let’s take a look at 15 such titles here.

Prey

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While they can be turned off, Traumas add much more to the experience in Arkane Studios’ Prey. Concussions can cause blurry vision and reduce psi capacity. Fear reduces firearm accuracy and impacts your vision. All of these require treatment with different items or from visiting a medical operator and reinforce the importance of, say, Thermal Shielding to prevent third-degree burns or Fear Shielding to reduce the duration of, well, Fear.


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