MARYLAND — Video games continue to be one of the most popular forms of entertainment, and Maryland has served as the setting for several memorable titles. Whether you’re a horror fan or prefer the choice-based options found in RPGs, we’ve found a game for you to enjoy. These are five fantastic titles that you should play next if you’re a gamer with roots in Maryland!
Fallout 3
“Fallout 3” is the definitive title if you want to explore a fictional version of Maryland. Set in the “Capital Wasteland,” this first-person RPG includes a fully open world featuring post-apocalyptic Washington, D.C., and portions of Maryland and Virginia more than 200 years after nuclear war swept across America.
In “Fallout 3,” you’ll battle terrifying mutants and hardened wasteland raiders in an attempt to purify the wasteland’s water — or not; the choices are up to you. Available on a myriad of platforms and offering an expansion set in Point Lookout State Park, “Fallout 3” is the ultimate video game if you want to see how Maryland might look following a nuclear war.
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox 360, Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X.
Blair Witch
“The Blair Witch Project” is one of the most influential horror movies of all time, and it was filmed in Maryland. Like the film that inspired it, “Blair Witch” is set in the fictional Black Hills Forest in Maryland. The game offers a variety of puzzles to solve and a spooky atmosphere that’ll make you feel like you’re part of the classic Maryland story.
Players take on the role of a former police officer attempting to find a missing child in Black Hills Forest, with a ton of scares to experience along the way. The best thing about “Blair Witch” is that it’s a mainstream title, so it’s available on a plethora of gaming platforms, including the Meta Quest virtual reality headset.
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X and Meta Quest.
The Suffering
An oldie but goodie, “The Suffering” is a 2004 horror game that takes players through a terrifying tale of paranormal imprisonment. The story follows a convict who was recently found guilty of murdering his family, but he can’t seem to remember the event.
“The Suffering” lets players explore Abbot State Penitentiary off the coast of Maryland after an earthquake shakes the prison, which is just the beginning of a string of supernatural events that quickly unfold afterward. If you like older games or gritty horror titles, then “The Suffering” is the perfect pick for your next gaming session.
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 2 and Xbox.
Scourge of War: Antietam
“Scourge of War: Antietam” is a tactical expansion pack for “Scourge of War: Gettysburg.” Though it’s technically DLC, it’s well worth playing if you love Maryland history, as it contains more than a dozen levels allowing gamers to experience the Battle of Antietam, also known as the Battle of Sharpsburg.
One of the deadliest battles in American history, the Battle of Antietam took place in 1862 during the Civil War. Get ready to control armies and soldiers as you immerse yourself in one of the biggest battles ever to take place on Maryland soil.
Platforms: PC.
The Baltimore Trail
“The Baltimore Trail” is a free internet game developed by Katie Dexter. Inspired by the classic “Oregon Trail,” the game sends players on a road trip through Baltimore and the surrounding region, offering a variety of local references through in-game encounters.
Players can fish, fill up their gas tank and discover a wide variety of Baltimore references while trucking it across Maryland’s own Charm City. If you don’t own a game console, then “The Baltimore Trail” is the perfect option for you, as it can be played for free on computers and mobile devices.
Learn more about it here: Maryland-Themed Version Of The Oregon Trail Is Winning Over Gamers
Platforms: PC and mobile devices.
Want To Play A Game Set In Washington, D.C.?
Try Tom Clancy’s: The Division 2
“Tom Clancy’s: The Division 2” is a popular third-person shooter featuring online gameplay and a plethora of gear to collect. Players explore Washington, D.C., following a pandemic, with challenging firefights around every corner.
“The Division 2” also takes players to Maryland on occasion, making it a great game if you grew up or currently live on the outskirts of Washington, D.C. You’ll have the opportunity to customize a character and create a build that fits your distinct play style, so “Tom Clancy’s: The Division 2” is a must-play if you like multiplayer looter shooters with a ton of combat options.
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X.
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