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The Most Immersive Open World Games, Ranked

Author : Zoe Jan 22,2025

Sometimes, a game emerges that players simply want to lose themselves in for hours. Open-world games can be captivating, or they can be frustrating and monotonous. The sheer scale of an open-world game is both its greatest strength and its potential weakness. On one hand, some games boast massive maps that take ages to explore.

However, with focused gameplay, open-world games can offer incredibly immersive and replayable experiences. The realism of these game worlds is often breathtaking. Whether you love or loathe the following titles, they're among the best-selling games ever. Let's delve into some of the most immersive open-world experiences.

Updated January 6, 2025 by Mark Sammut: 2025 is shaping up to be a big year for open-world games, with several major releases planned. We'll highlight a few titles poised to deliver immersive gameplay. Click below to jump to that section.

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