The vast majority of open-world games feature a single seamless environment that players can explore at their own pace. More often than not, such vast open-world maps also include various regions or ...

Exploring an open world in a game is half the fun of this format, and these games did the best job of making that exploration rewarding.

Those main quests can wait! Players can take their time and enjoy the sights and sounds of these excellent open-world games ...

Aaron is lifelong gamer of all genres, and has most likely put some serious hours into playing your favorite game. When not playing video games, or writing about them, he can be found doing any and ...

Before open worlds were bloated, these PS2-era classics delivered focused design and satisfying finales from start to finish.

Open-world RPGs did not suddenly get longer by accident, and these four design trends are some of the biggest reasons why.