Be free with these 5 open world games!

Open world games are very popular nowadays, which is certainly not a novelty, however, some do manage to take you out of your comfort zone and the norm where you go to a place, kill everyone there, pick up an item and leave.

The formula has become tired over time, with few companies really putting their blood into making these worlds more alive and interactive for the player who is willing to explore every inch.

The Grand Theft Auto franchise is the best example of this, literally pioneering the formula, making the gaming industry completely change after that.

Obviously, we still have open world games that give us a different depth than what Rockstar Games has done. One of these examples is Death Stranding which, even being affectionately dubbed as a "walking simulator", still shows an open world full of curiosities, challenges, and mainly dangers for the player, who must use creativity to get through it all.

With that in mind, below we have 5 games with open worlds, that will certainly leave you intrigued to explore every possible corner of the game!

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain(PlayStation/Xbox/PC)

The plot of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain takes place nine years after Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. In the story, you are the mercenary Venom "Punished" Snake who, after waking up from a coma, is seeking revenge against XOF, an elite group of Cypher. The character's goal is to avenge those who destroyed his forces and almost killed him.

By mixing action, espionage, and exploration in an open world, the game should please an audience made up of different players. In addition to having a vast scenario, The Phantom Pain also gives total freedom to users in terms of progressing in missions. Finally, there is a huge variety of weapons and outfits that can be equipped during gameplay.

Batman Arkham Knight(PlayStation/Xbox/Nintendo Switch/PC)

In Batman: Arkham Knight, the Dark Knight must face the villain Scarecrow, who with the help of the mysterious Arkham Knight has devised a plan to eliminate Batman once and for all. The title features a detailed open world, which allows players more freedom to select and perform extra missions without interfering with the main plot.

Regarding gameplay, the game introduced players to the famous vehicle of the Dark Knight: the Batmobile. The armored and resourceful car can be driven at will by users for both transportation and combat. In addition, the game maintained mechanics from previous titles, such as combo sequences and Batman's equipment.

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City(PlayStation/Xbox/Nintendo Switch/PC/Android/iOS)

In GTA: Vice City, users follow the story of Tommy Vercetti, a criminal who spent fifteen years in prison after an ambush. Free from bars, the protagonist now tries a new life in Vice City, seeking to become the most powerful man in the city. The game combines non-linear gameplay with a character-focused storyline. With a vast open world, the game presents several missions that must be completed for new areas to be unlocked and the story to advance.

In addition, users can also roam the scenarios freely, performing extra quests, facing enemies with firearms, or exploring the environments. If interested, you can play Grand Theft Auto: Vice City through the collection Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - Definitive Edition, which brings together the original trilogy of the Rockstar Games franchise: GTA 3, GTA: Vice City, and GTA: San Andreas.

The Legend of the Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom(Nintendo Switch)

One of the biggest and most awarded releases of 2023, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom shows Link's efforts once again to defeat the feared Ganondorf. To complete his goal, the protagonist has new powers and useful resources during his journey against evil forces. The title is among the best-selling in Nintendo Switch history.

The game features gameplay very similar to its predecessor The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. However, now players can access two new areas: the sky, which is full of floating islands, and the Depths, an underground area below the well-known kingdom of Hyrule.

Grand Theft Auto V(PlayStation/Xbox/PC)

Released in 2013, GTA 5 is one of the biggest successes of Rockstar Games. The title, which follows the criminal initiatives of Franklin, Trevor, and Michael, was originally released for PS3 and Xbox 360, but has since gained numerous versions for other consoles and is still one of the most played games on Steam.

Because of the open world, players have total freedom to explore the scenarios and complete missions as they wish. Another highlight is the game's online mode, which is always receiving new content and updates. There is a huge cast of vehicles, quests, races, and challenges to complete in the fictional Los Santos.