Open-ended games that allow creative freedom and exploration without predefined goals. Often feature building, crafting, and non-linear objectives.
Launched on November 28, 2024, Light of Motiram, while visually and thematically echoing Horizon Forbidden West and Zero Dawn, distinguishes itself through PC-exclusive survival gameplay emphasizing resource gathering, strategic construction, and intricate combat mechanics.
After 14 years, Red Dead Redemption’s arrival on PC not only revitalizes the game with enhanced visuals but also introduces the ‘Undead Nightmare’ DLC, offering fans new and old an engaging blend of nostalgia and refined features.
While “STALKER 2” upholds its predecessor’s oppressive atmosphere through detailed survival elements and a vast open world, it falls short with lifeless environments, clunky AI, disappointing combat, persistent technical issues, and a narrative that fails to build upon the original.
Celebrate Xenoblade Chronicles X’s 10th anniversary with its enhanced Switch release in March 2025, now featuring improved visuals and performance on Nintendo’s powerful portable console, inviting players to rejoin the New Los Angeles colony and aid humanity’s recovery on the vast, unforgiving planet of Mira.
Despite Sony’s interest in making Crimson Desert a PS5 exclusive, Pearl Abyss chose to self-publish on all platforms, highlighting their commitment to reaching a broader audience with the game’s immersive open world and dynamic systems.
Subnautica 2, set to launch in early access for Xbox Series X|S and PC via Xbox Game Preview in 2025, invites players to explore new environments, meet unique creatures, and unravel mysteries beyond 4546B, with community feedback shaping its development, much like the original game.
Following a tumultuous period marked by poor sales and stock decline, Ubisoft is reportedly entertaining a buyout proposal from Tencent, potentially transforming into a private entity again, as disclosed by Bloomberg, causing a significant surge in its share price.
InZOI, from Krafton studios, is making waves with its ultra-realistic graphics, personalized avatars using facial scanning technology, and voice integration for a unique virtual reality life simulation experience, challenging The Sims’ dominance in the genre.
Despite its frustrating progression and unrefined combat, Star Wars Outlaws captivates with stunning visuals and an expansive open world for exploration and interaction with diverse factions, though the narrative depth fails to impress.
Embark on an open-world Star Wars adventure with “Star Wars Outlaws” on August 30th, exploring five unique planets via the smoothly handling Mount Speeder and engaging in strategic gameplay akin to Uncharted 4, all while following a captivating narrative centered around protagonist Kay Vess’s interactions.