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These open-world games change things up entirely halfway through, and are a masterclass in how to keep things fresh.

In this list, we cover the best open-world game titles from every console generation, ranging from classics to modern bangers like Elden Ring.

Open-world games have come a long way over the past two decades, evolving from simple sandbox environments into sprawling worlds filled with layered systems, deep quests, and meaningful player choice.