Discover how open-world game development works, from the complete game design process for creating vast maps to building advanced NPC systems that bring worlds alive. Horizon Forbidden West - Steam ...

Most people assume that all open-world games come packed with weapons and center around a combat loop, using enemies and conflict as the backbone of exploration. While this statement is true for the ...

Mark Sammut grew up on the PlayStation 1 and has been playing games ever since, although he is no longer limited to just Sony consoles. Be it JRPGs, shooters, platformers, or hack and slash games, ...

In most open-world game scenarios, players are citizens. They may come from different nations or towns as they explore, but that is the general setup. Other open-world games feature foreigners as a ...

Capcom has responded to ongoing fan speculation about Resident Evil Requiem being an open world game with a definitive-sounding response. Fan discussion and leaks around the game have long pointed to ...

Daniel has been playing games for entirely too many years, with his Steam library currently numbering nearly 750 games and counting. When he's not working or watching anime, he's either playing or ...

Daniel has been playing games for entirely too many years, with his Steam library currently numbering nearly 750 games and counting. When he's not working or watching anime, he's either playing or ...

As with both of its predecessors, Spider-Man 2 returns to an alternate version of New York City (one that takes some laughable liberties, like truncating Manhattan at 135th Street or packing the ...

Open world games have become a cornerstone of modern gaming, and it’s easy to see why. They give players the freedom to explore at their own pace, make their own choices, and get lost in massive ...

Some open-world games are simply more enjoyable when the story is shared. Playing alone can be fun, but playing together changes how the story feels. Conversations land better, missions feel less ...

Google’s Genie models are able to transform user prompts into virtual 3D worlds. After developing Genie 3 last year, Google’s turned it into an interactive experiment with Project Genie. While Project ...

The year 2026 is positioned to deliver one of the strongest lineups of open world games in recent memory. Multiple high profile releases are scheduled across fantasy RPGs, cinematic action adventures, ...