Yes, video games for the road.  No, don’t wall yourself off when on your next RV adventure, but consider a game or two for those rainy days!

Recently a friend of mine got in touch from a trip he’s on.  Unfortunately he’d come down with the flu, and it got him bad.  Several days of bed rest.  It’s bad enough getting sick & cooped up in a big house.  But how about when you’re travelling and in a smaller space?  The same question could be asked in bad weather as well.

On each trip I always make sure to have a game or two handy.  In out of the way spots I normally won’t find many TV stations.  And while the XM radio is great, spending a day in my trailer due to weather or health can drag on, even with great radio.  That’s where the games come in.

Almost every computer out there comes with solitaire, chess, and a handful of other little game application.  In addition to those little games I like to bring a few more to spice things up.

There’s so much to choose from in games today.  You can wage inter-galactic wars, go back in time and defend a castle, build an enitre civilization, or even simulate life in the suburbs (if you’re missing a more rooted lifestyle).

My personal favorites:

  • Home World:  3D Starship Fleet Combat.  One of the most stunning games.  While it’s been out for years, it’s still a favorite.
  • Age of Empires II:  Go back to the days of acient civilizations, command vast armies, and defend your realm.
  • Lords of the Realm:  Another castle fantasy game.
  • Tropico:  Have you ever imagined being the dictator of a small island in the middle of the ocean?  Will you be kind hearted, or your standard run of the mill dictator?

Don’t stay in your RV all day.  But if you’re stuck in for a day or two, consider bringing something fun to occupy your time.

Oh, ever wonder why nobody’s created a virtual RV game?  Wouldn’t you love to design your own park, plan a wild trip, etc?  Programmers, get on it.  “RV’ing for the Sims?”  :D