#open-world

#open-world

Fantasy games take you away from any semblance of the real world, instead trading in unique worlds and universes, often featuring magic, but sometimes lean into fantasy technology as well. These games are often in the RPG genre, and many of them feature open-worlds as well. The most important and defining aspect of fantasy games are their settings though, featuring magical creatures and special powers.

It's been only a, *checks watch*, casual 15 years since the last Skate game came out. Now, we finally have an early access release date for skate. (styled lowercase, with a period): September 16, 2025. The early access version is free and heading to PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and the EA app.

Mafia: The Old Country features handsome visuals and rich environmental details, celebrating the 1900s Italian setting while receiving mixed reviews on storytelling and gameplay.

Grounded 2, the follow-up to the novel open-world survival game, takes players into a public park where they uncover the story behind Ominent and a rogue employee.

Valheim exploded in player count on Steam in 2021, offering unique features like architecturally sound base building, Viking atmosphere, and diverse map environments.

Vantage allows players to chart their own paths across over 800 interconnected locations and discover 900 unique cards, fostering deep exploration and creativity.

MindsEye represents a corporate dystopia where technology and oligarchs dominate, yet it cleverly captures these themes through unique interactive experiences.

Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School combines classroom exploration with escape room puzzles, aiming to enhance the experience with a student role-playing vibe.