Here are some great games you could enjoy on a laptop with only a keyboard and touchpad.
Civilization VI is the latest entry, and its alotof fun.
When you get bored, Civilization VI has many different game modes that change the core mechanics.
You should definitely get those expansions if you’re able to.
Its a native game on Windows, macOS, and Linux, but online multiplayer usually isnt cross-platform.
The controls are primarily point-and-click, and it works well with a touchpad.
Its available for Windows, macOS, and even Linux.
Its pretty much the same concept, but youre building college campuses instead of hospitals.
Over time, youll have to upgrade and replace them to combat more frequent and more resilient balloons.
Greenheart Games / 2K Games / ConcernedApe
you could officially play it on Windows and macOS.
Now, go pop some balloons.
You start with a farm to build and expand, set in a town filled with unique inhabitants.
2K Games
If youve played Minecraft or Animal Crossing, you might enjoy Stardew Valley.
Its available as a native game for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Get Stardew Valley:Steam,GOG,Humble Store
5Apotris
Do you like Tetris?
Ninja Kiwi
If the PC port doesnt work well, you might try the Game Boy Advance version in an emulator.
There are a bunch of built-in maps to choose, and many more community-made maps available to download.
Each AI opponent behaves differently, and the same strategy wont work in every map.
ConcernedApe
Its available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
The games are excellent adventure visual novels, with a great chiptune soundtrack.
Unfortunately, theres only an official version for Windows, not Linux or macOS.
There are also mobile versionsI play it the most on iPad.
Get Game Dev Tycoon:Steam,Itch.io
Sillysoft Games
Greenheart Games