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

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7 Underappreciated Open-World Games That Are Better Than You Remember

Not every open-world game can be The Witcher 3, but these critical flops are far better than their reputations and your memories.

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The New 2026 Open-World Games That Are Bonafide Masterpieces (So Far)

The first months of the year have already been great for open-world game fans, and these titles are absolute must-plays so far.

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The New Open-World Zelda Game's Rumored Dimensional Features Just Make Perfect Sense

The next open-world Zelda rumor fits the series surprisingly well, especially after decades of alternate worlds, realms, and reality-bending ideas.

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Forza Horizon 6: Best Looking Cars

Let’s take a look at some of the most gorgeous vehicles available in Forza Horizon 6 so far. Highly subjective, but these FH6 cars are stunning.

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Kingdom Come Studio Warhorse Might Be Going for Bethesda's Crown With Its Lord of the Rings Game

Warhorse's Lord of the Rings game could turn its Kingdom Come formula into Bethesda's most serious open-world RPG competition yet.

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The Biggest Question Facing the New Open-World Lord of the Rings Game Isn't Timeline or Setting

Warhorse's Lord of the Rings RPG may live or die by how well it turns Tolkien's magic into something rare, ancient, and believable.

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6 Open-World Adventure Masterpieces That No One Remembers

These open-world games take you on proper legendary adventures, but they aren't remembered all that much today.

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The New Open-World Lord of the Rings Game May Be the Most Grounded Franchise RPG Yet

Warhorse may be the rare studio capable of making Middle-earth feel less like a fantasy playground and more like a place players actually live in.

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It's Official: Kingdom Come Deliverance 3's New Direction is Already Clear

Kingdom Come’s next adventure could move past Henry’s personal story while still following the historical path KCD2 has already laid out.

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The New Lord of the Rings Game May Have Already Dodged the Biggest Open-World Game Trap

Warhorse’s Middle-earth RPG may have already dodged a major open-world trap, thanks to what Kingdom Come proved about discovery.

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Why a "Kingdom Come Adventure" Is Better News Than Kingdom Come: Deliverance 3

A new Kingdom Come adventure could be better than Deliverance 3 if it lets Warhorse leave Henry’s story intact and expand the franchise.

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5 Action-Adventure Open-World Masterpieces That Are Genuine 10/10s

These open-world action-adventure games just do everything right, be it gameplay, story, world design, or fun factor. About as flawless as they come.

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5 Upcoming Open-World Games That Sound Too Good To Be True

Meet some of the most ambitious and promising open-world games coming out in the next few years that could become new standards for the genre.

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Forza Horizon 6: Best Early-Game Fast Cars To Unlock First

With over 550 cars available at launch, which rides are the fastest for their money to get first? Let’s find out.

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The Open-World Lord of the Rings Game Is Spoiled for Choice With Its Plausible TImelines

Middle-earth has several eras that could support a massive RPG, though one forgotten conflict may offer the strongest path forward.

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Elden Ring Showed How Open-World Soulslike Games Could Be Done, But Not All Soulslikes

Elden Ring made open-world Soulslikes feel inevitable, but FromSoftware's next game may prove the formula still has room for a tighter path.

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GTA 6 Pre-Order Can Wait: 4 Upcoming Open-World Games to Lock In Right Now

Rockstar's GTA 6 is definitely a game worth pre-ordering, but you don't need to do it now. These other open-world games are a different story.

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The Biggest Open World Games, Based On The Size Of Their Maps

Open-world games are beloved for their massive maps. Here are some of the biggest open worlds that gamers can explore in the genre.

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8 Best Open-World Games To Play While Waiting For GTA 6

While waiting to pre-order GTA 6 for November 2026, play these open-world games, as they will make sure the months fly by.

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10 Open-World Adventure Games With The Best Exploration

When executed well, open-world games deliver exploration that surpasses pretty much any other genre. These games do it very well.

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