The Best Adventure open-world Games for Xbox Series X

Update : Petit Island added at rank #15.
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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Unleash the force in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor! Join Cal Kestis on an unforgettable, galaxy-spanning adventure packed with stunning visuals, satisfying gameplay, and a captivating storyline. Face thrilling boss battles and explore vast worlds. Are you ready to protect the Jedi Order?


What we like:
  • Gripping narrative
  • Visually stunning
  • Satisfying gameplay
  • Improved character development
  • Exciting boss fights
What could be improved:
  • Technical performance issues
  • Lackluster exploration
  • Some animations lack polish

  • fight
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • exploration
  • platform
  • open-world
  • narrative
  • battle
  • boss
  • puzzle
  • adventure
  • action
  • skill
  • boss-fight
  • customization

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The Pathless (2020)

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Playstation 4 Xbox Series X/s Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS Playstation 5

Embark on an epic adventure on a mystical island to dispel the curse of darkness in The Pathless. With your eagle companion, explore breathtaking landscapes and engage in unique boss battles against giant corrupted spirits. The emotionally resonant story, fast-paced gameplay, and stunning visuals and music make for an immersive experience that you won't forget.


What we like:
  • Well-written characters and story
  • Satisfying movement mechanics and puzzles
  • Stunning visuals and music
  • Unique boss fights
  • Relaxing gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive gameplay
  • Lack of tutorial and map system
  • Potential overpricing
  • Inconsistent performance
  • Tedious exploration

  • open-world
  • boss-fight
  • puzzle
  • exploration
  • boss
  • stealth
  • archery
  • shooter
  • adventure
  • battle
  • action-adventure
  • rhythm
  • stylized
  • story
  • narrative

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Submerged: Hidden Depths (2020)

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stadia PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One

Explore a sunken world in Submerged: Hidden Depths as you navigate through a non-combat third-person 'relaxploration' adventure. Immerse yourself in this beautiful and haunting world while collecting relics and searching for the seeds of salvation. Enjoy the beautiful graphics, atmosphere and music that make for an awesome gameplay experience.


What we like:
  • Beautiful graphics and atmosphere
  • Interesting way of storytelling through drawings and actions
  • Awesome music
  • Improved gameplay from the previous game
  • Relaxing game with no combat
What could be improved:
  • Laid-back gameplay may be too chill for some
  • Minimal parkour and platforming
  • The boat can be frustrating and ruins immersion

  • exploration
  • relaxing
  • open-world
  • puzzle
  • adventure
  • sailing
  • walking-simulator
  • platform
  • collectible
  • relaxploration
  • narrative
  • third-person
  • combat
  • post-apocalyptic
  • discovery

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Tchia (2023)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One j

Embark on a magical adventure with Tchia, a young girl set on a rescue mission in a vibrant tropical world. Use her unique Soul Jumping ability to possess objects and animals, play Soul Melodies on her ukulele to control the environment, and explore the vast landscape at your own pace. Tchia's heartfelt story, stunning visuals, and innovative gameplay will captivate you.


What we like:
  • Unique Soul Jumping ability adds a new dimension to gameplay
  • Immersive open-world environment with stunning visuals
  • Challenging yet accessible gameplay
  • Diverse mechanics, including exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving
  • Exceptional sound design and enchanting music
What could be improved:
  • The map can be awkward to use
  • Second half of the game can feel slowed down by a combat-heavy quest line

  • open-world
  • exploration
  • sandbox
  • sailing
  • rhythm
  • adventure
  • platform
  • physics
  • instrument
  • underwater
  • 3d

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Assassin's Creed Valhalla (2020)

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Xbox One Playstation 5 stadia Xbox Series X Playstation 4 PC Windows

Embark on an incredible journey with Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarok and explore a gorgeously realized fantasy realm. Uncover secrets, solve puzzles, engage in intense battles and uncover powerful new abilities as you progress through this exciting storyline.


What we like:
  • Incredible visuals
  • Deep and satisfying storyline
  • New skills and abilities to discover
  • Complex yet thrilling raids
  • Satisfying puzzles throughout the game world
What could be improved:
  • Streamlined gear system may not appeal to some players
  • Lack of dragons compared to other fantasy properties

  • stealth
  • assassin
  • open-world
  • historical
  • combat
  • parkour
  • naval
  • rpg
  • narrative
  • battle
  • fight
  • adventure
  • action

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Dragon's Dogma 2 (2024)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.


  • rpg
  • open-world
  • fantasy
  • action
  • battle
  • combat
  • adventure
  • fight
  • dragon

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Outer Wilds (2019)

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Xbox One Android Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Xbox Series X PC Windows Playstation 4

Unravel the mysteries of the universe in Outer Wilds, an award-winning open world game. Explore an ever-evolving solar system, uncover alien secrets, and enjoy a thought-provoking narrative. With no enemies to fight, you're free to discover at your own pace. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in space!


What we like:
  • Unique and immersive gameplay experience
  • Beautiful and intricate world-building
  • Thought-provoking narrative
  • Encourages fearless discovery
  • Captures the mysteries of the universe
What could be improved:
  • May cause motion sickness
  • Game's physics can lead to unexpected deaths

  • exploration
  • mystery
  • discovery
  • puzzle
  • open-world
  • space
  • sci-fi
  • endless
  • first-person
  • adventure
  • day
  • story

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Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley (2024)

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Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS j Android

Join Snufkin in this musical adventure about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley, protecting it from the industrious Park Keeper.


  • stealth
  • park
  • puzzle
  • book
  • open-world
  • exploration
  • adventure
  • wholesome
  • musical
  • atmospheric
  • drum
  • cozy
  • colourful
  • stylized
  • instrument

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Genshin Impact (2020)

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Playstation 4 Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Android PC Windows IOS iPhone

Limited-Time Area: Golden Apple Archipelago. New Outfits: Update to the Dressing Room


  • open-world
  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • exploration
  • combat
  • anime
  • japanese
  • adventure
  • stamina

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Little Kitty, Big City (2024)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows Xbox Series X/s

You're a curious little kitty with a big personality, on an adventure to find your way back home. Explore the city, make new friends with stray animals, wear delightful hats, and leave more than a little chaos in your wake. After all, isn't that what cats do best?


  • wholesome
  • cats
  • cozy
  • cute
  • sandbox
  • exploration
  • family-friendly
  • open-world
  • 3d
  • adventure
  • comedy
  • funny
  • simulation
  • cartoony
  • nonlinear

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