Among Thieves To Star Wars The Force Unleashed These Are 5 of the Best Game Tutorials of All Time

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Among Thieves To Star Wars The Force Unleashed These Are 5 of the Best Game Tutorials of All Time

Game tutorials and intros are often overlooked, as players just want to get it over with and move on to the main part of the game. But they can make or break a player’s first experience with a game and are pretty crucial. 

When done right, they guide you smoothly into the game’s mechanics without feeling like a chore. Over the years, some games have stood out for how well they introduce players to their worlds and mechanics in the first hour or two. Here are five of the best game tutorials of all time.

5. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed

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This tutorial shows you the dark side. Image via Lucasfilm Games

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed kicks off with a tutorial that lets players control Darth Vader. This tutorial isn’t just about teaching you the mechanics, it’s also about making you feel the sheer power of the game. 

As Vader, you’re tasked with ******** Wookiees on Kashyyyk. The game cleverly introduces force powers, lightsaber combat, and the destructive potential of the Dark Side. By the end of this opening level, players are not just familiar with the game’s mechanics but are also hyped up by the story that the game is set to tell.

4. Uncharted 2: Among Thieves

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The second Uncharted game might just be the best of the franchise. Image via Naughty Dog

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves opens with one of the most memorable tutorials in gaming history. The game begins with Nathan Drake waking up in a train hanging off a cliff. Players learn basic controls like climbing and ********* while trying to escape this situation via some great platforming too. 

The tutorial also serves as a storytelling device, giving players a small look into the stakes and the kind of adventure they’re in for. It immediately grabs the player’s attention, and the game never lets it go up until the end.

3. Skyrim

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The feeling of first exiting the ***** and letting loose in the open is unmatched. Image via Bethesda

Skyrim starts off by throwing players into a chaotic situation where they’re about to be *********. Just as things are about to go south, a dragon attacks, causing destruction and giving players a chance to escape. 

This tutorial is all about choice, allowing players to pick their path right from the start, whether it’s deciding which member of the two warring factions to follow or how to tackle the enemies.

By the time the tutorial ends and players are let loose in its open world, they’re not just familiar with the basics but are also super excited to explore the vast world of Skyrim.

2. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

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The prologue of the game is rather intense. Image via Konami

The opening of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is both eerie and intense. Set in a hospital under *******, the tutorial guides players through the basics of stealth, movement, and narrative while keeping them on the edge of their seats with utmost suspense.

The game uses this intense situation to teach players the core mechanics, all while building tension and immersing them in the story. The tutorial is effective in setting the dark and mature tone of the rest of the game. By the time you escape the hospital, you’re personally attached to the story and can’t wait to explore the game’s world.

1. The Last of Us

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The emotional and dark opening sets the tone for the entire game. Image via Naughty Dog

The Last of Us begins with a gut-wrenching tutorial that sets the tone for the entire game. Players start by controlling Joel during the initial outbreak of the cordyceps infection. This tutorial is about experiencing the chaos and tragedy of the world of the game.

The emotional weight of this tutorial and its end sticks with players, making them invested in the story right from the start. It’s a powerful introduction that sets the dark tone for the rest of the game, making it one of the best and most impactful tutorials in gaming history.

Which of these titles is your favorite? What tutorials do you think are some of the best? Let us know in the comments below!

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