I also have this problem so I'll suggest some games I like to play. They're not free unless you're up for piracy.
Disco elysium (visual novel esque, unique and interesting, multiple choices, indie) - incredibly well written game with lots of dialogue and heavy political themes
Morrowind (open world, RPG, multiple choices, retro I guess) - oldest elder Scrolls game but maybe the best in terms of lore and freedom in game mechanics
Oblivion - same as morrowind but imo not as good
Factorio (indie) - if you like this kind of game you'll never need another game suggestion because you'll be too busy playing fsctorio
Rimworld (indie) - as addictive as factorio
yeah I feel like the meaning has stayed pretty accurate