What to Expect From Open-World Games in 2023
Despite the saturation of open-world games in recent years, the genre remains a popular one. Since the industry-defining release ofGrand Theft Auto 3in 2001,open-world gameshave evolved rapidly, culminating in the February 2022 release of Game of the Year winnerElden Ring. This year should see the genre welcome a number of high-profile new titles includingMarvel’s Spider-Man 2,The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, andStarfield. The collection of new open-world games set for release this year is made up of brand-new IPs such as Luminous Productions’Forspoken, a huge RPG full of magic and discovery set in the mysterious land of Athia; sequels likeMarvel’s Spider-Man 2,which looks to build on the success ofMarvel’s Spider-Manand spin-offMiles Morales; and licensed titles including the highly anticipatedHogwarts Legacy,which throws players into the mystical wizarding world ofHarry Potter....