Open-World

Open-World refers to a genre of video games that give players the freedom to explore large and open worlds.

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Video Games With Parkour Features
8 Best Open-World Games With Parkour Abilities

Open-world games just aren't the same without a fun way to traverse the world. In the case of these games, that traversal is done through parkour.

Best Open-World Games If You Want To Create A Completely Custom Character
8 Best Open-World Games If You Want To Create A Completely Custom Character

For players who want to explore an open world as a character they design themselves, these open-world games offer robust character creators.

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9 Best Open-World Games With A Focus On Historical Authenticity, Ranked

Video games are all about having fun, but they can be informative too. These open-world games aren't just fun; they value historical authenticity.

The Sims 3, Fallout 4, Conan Exiles
Best Open-World Games That Let You Build a Home from Scratch

Players can unleash their full building creativity in these open-world games, where houses and bases of all kinds can be made from scratch.

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5 Best Open-World Games Where Different Regions Have Their Own Cultures

These open-world games made a dedicated effort to create culturally diverse settings.

Red Dead Redemption 2, Grand Theft Auto 5, Mafia Definitive Edition
7 Best Open-World Games That Focus On The Law Vs Outlaws

It's hard to find a better way to capture the feeling of being an outlaw on the run than through gaming, something these open-world games excel at.

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8 Best Open-World Games With Realistic Crowd Simulations, Ranked

These open-world games are impressively immersive when players enter crowded areas thanks to their high-quality NPCs.

Best Open-World Games With No Or Limited Map Markers
8 Best Open-World Games With No Or Limited Map Markers

Divesting themselves from the Ubisoft formula of endless map markers, these games let you explore at your own pace in whatever direction you like.

Best Open-World Games With No Weapons
8 Best Open-World Games With No Weapons

Love open-world games, but find combat stressful? These titles involve no weapons at all, emphasizing exploration and puzzle-solving instead.

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8 Best Open-World Games With A Focus On NPCs, Ranked

These open-world games populate their landscapes with fleshed-out NPCs worth interacting with.

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Ghost of Tsushima Spider Man 2 Horizon Forbidden West
10 Best Open-World Games If You Want An Escape From Reality, Ranked

Struggling to deal with the real world? These open-world games have you covered, offering expansive worlds and lengthy play times as a distraction.

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10 Best Open-World Games With Unique Mythology

There's nothing better than having the freedom of an open-world game... but it's even better when that game is seeped in standout mythology.

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8 Open-World Games Where the Villain is a More Interesting Character Than the Hero

Though these open-world heroes are fascinating in a variety of different ways, the villains they stand against are arguably a little more interesting.

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Shadow of Mordor and Nier
5 Best Open-World Games with Hack and Slash Combat, Ranked

Take out enemies with a flurry of attacks in these open-world hack and slash games.

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5 Best Open-World Games With A Focus On Disease And Infection Mechanics

Survival games and mechanics set around illnesses go hand in hand. Here are some open-world games with a focus on disease and infection mechanics.

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7 Open-World Games That Are Perfect for Pacifist Playthroughs

Whether players hate violence or simply want to feel the challenge of a pacifist run, these open-world games are the perfect place to start.

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8 Great Open-World Games Without Loading Screens

Yes, hidden loading screens are a thing, but we won’t dwell on the most egregious examples. This is a list of open-world games players can seamlessly

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7 Best Open-World Games Where You Can Travel Between Planets, Ranked

These are the best open-world games for space explorers looking to travel between planets.

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8 Great Open-World Games With No Loading Screens

Players can traverse these games' open worlds seamlessly without having to pause for loading screens.

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Medieval Games With The Best Exploration The Witcher 3, Kingdom Come 2, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla
8 Medieval-Style Games With The Best Exploration, Ranked

Looking for the best medieval fantasy games with unique worlds to explore? Look no further than these top exploration-focused titles.