The Best Open-world Games for PC Windows

Update : S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl added at rank #19.
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Horizon Forbidden Westa (2024)

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Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area.

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  • open-world
  • post-apocalyptic
  • robots
  • exploration
  • controller-support
  • rpg
  • dinosaurs
  • stealth
  • story
  • third-person
  • animal
  • combat
  • sci-fi
  • fight
  • action

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Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut (2021)

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Playstation 4 PC Windows Playstation 5

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

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  • open-world
  • stealth
  • controller-support
  • combat
  • narrative
  • fight
  • cooperative
  • ninja
  • battle
  • historical
  • fps
  • adventure
  • story
  • first-person

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Marvelas Spider-Man Remastered (2022)

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Swing through the vibrant neighborhoods of Marvel's New York as Spider-Man in this thrilling action-packed game. Experience dynamic combat, acrobatics, and environmental interactions as an experienced Peter Parker. Fight iconic villains, immerse yourself in a captivating story, and enjoy stunning graphics and customizable controls. Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered is a must-play for any superhero fan.

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What we like:
  • Stunning graphics
  • Engaging gameplay
  • Immersive audio
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Captivating storyline
What could be improved:
  • Main story ends quickly
  • DLCs lack depth
  • Occasional minor bugs

  • superhero
  • open-world
  • stealth
  • fps
  • crime
  • controller-support
  • first-person
  • combat
  • fight
  • shooter

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Hogwarts Legacy (2023)

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

Hogwarts Legacy is a magical fantasy game that puts you in the shoes of a wizarding student at Hogwarts, the world-famous school for witchcraft and wizardry. Explore countless nooks and crannies to uncover secrets, hone your magical skills in classes like Charms and Herbology, meet other students and go on quests to flesh out the world, and discover every secret that Hogwarts has hidden away.

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What we like:
  • Captures the magic of Harry Potter lore
  • Engaging story blended with nods to original series plus unique flourishes
  • Plenty of hours of gameplay
  • Explore Hogwarts castle and grounds with many secrets to uncover
  • Interact with other students through quests
What could be improved:
  • Minor loading times when opening doors
  • Occasional weird lighting changes when going from dark area to bright area

  • open-world
  • book
  • rpg
  • combat
  • puzzle
  • fantasy
  • dungeon
  • exploration
  • battle

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Horizon Forbidden West (2022)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 j

Horizon Forbidden West is an action-adventure game that follows Aloy as she hunts for a backup of Gaia in order to avert another disaster. Along the way, she must battle against villains and explore new areas of the planet. Players will be able to take part in engaging story telling with great in-game cinematics, immersive haptic feedback, and thrilling combat.


What we like:
  • Engaging story telling with great cinematics
  • Satisfying combat mechanics and fluid climbing mechanics
  • Variety of enemies with different weaknesses
  • Robotic dinosaurs!
What could be improved:
  • Range attacks are superior than melee attacks which can make combat challenging on higher difficulties

  • open-world
  • underwater
  • combat
  • stealth
  • dinosaurs
  • narrative
  • post-apocalyptic
  • fight
  • sci-fi
  • exploration
  • battle
  • crafting
  • skill
  • puzzle
  • robots

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Elden Ring (2022)

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

Elden Ring is the bold new collaboration between Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin and legendary game director Hidetaka Miyazaki. It's an open-world RPG that allows you to explore a land of beauty, horror, mystery, and adventure. There are 10 starting classes with specific starting items and abilities for you to choose from as well as an array of weapons, magic, equipment, and tools at your disposal. Get ready for some epic boss battles with terrifying foes as well as plenty of hidden secrets waiting to be uncovered!

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What we like:
  • Immersive open-world design
  • Varied biomes
  • 10 playable classes
  • Huge range of weapons & magic
  • Stunning visuals & lighting
  • Excellent enemy & boss designs
  • Empowering character customization options
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive optional dungeons
  • Intense difficulty in some boss fights

  • open-world
  • boss
  • dungeon
  • boss-fight
  • rpg
  • souls
  • exploration
  • fantasy
  • combat
  • fight
  • cooperative
  • difficult
  • crafting
  • discovery

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Saints Row: The Third Remastered (2020)

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

Get ready for the most out-landish gameplay scenarios ever seen as the Third Street Saints take on the Syndicate!


  • open-world
  • cooperative
  • sandbox
  • crime
  • driving
  • vehicle
  • funny
  • customization
  • action
  • empire
  • shooter
  • comedy
  • tps
  • parody

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Star Wars Outlaws (2024)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5

Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars™ game and explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life.

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  • open-world
  • stealth
  • heist
  • crime
  • exploration
  • narrative
  • card
  • action-adventure

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Red Dead Redemption 2 (6400)

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Playstation 4 stadia PC Windows Xbox One

Step into the rugged heartland of America in Red Dead Redemption 2. As an outlaw on the run, you'll rob, steal, and fight to survive while being pursued by federal agents and bounty hunters. Make choices that test your loyalty and discover a fully-featured online world where you can take on various roles and create your own path. With enhanced graphics and technical features, immerse yourself in this massive and detailed world and experience the Wild West like never before.


What we like:
  • Profound experience
  • Incredible atmosphere
  • Fantastic characters and storytelling
  • High-quality product from start to finish
  • Amazing voice acting and soundtrack
  • Stunning visuals and attention to detail
  • Lively and immersive open world
What could be improved:
  • Tedious to pick up things

  • open-world
  • horses
  • western
  • shooter
  • cover
  • heist
  • narrative
  • sandbox
  • story
  • realistic

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Palworld (2024)

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early access PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox One

Embark on a thrilling adventure in Palworld, a game that fuses the fun of creature-collecting with hardcore survival challenges! Build, battle, and bond with your Pals in a vast, dynamic world. Whether you're crafting the perfect base or exploring uncharted territories with friends, every decision carves your path to survival. Are you ready to conquer this wild, whimsical world?


What we like:
  • Unique blend of creature-collecting and survival
  • Engaging base-building with the help of Pals
  • Wide variety of Pals for strategic gameplay
  • Multiplayer mode to share the adventure
  • Expansive world full of exploration and challenges
What could be improved:
  • Combat mechanics and base management need refinement
  • Some themes and humor may not appeal to all

  • survival
  • crafting
  • open-world
  • collector
  • creature
  • farming

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