Of all the game genres that I'm in love with, open world games will always be my first crush. From simulated galaxies to post-apocalyptic wastelands, there are loads of experiences begging to be explored. 2024, in particular, is a great year for those looking to dip their toes into the universe of open world games. Well, we've spent a lot of time playing tons of open world games and decided to bring you a list of the best ones to try out.

Some may consider Red Dead Redemption 2 the gold standard of open world games. And you know what? I agree with them. The game focuses on Arthur Morgan, a gunslinger who survived the Wild West sometime in 1899. As part of the Van Der Linde gang, you and your fellow members escape "Blackwater" after a robbery goes wrong. What follows is a story of epic proportions that takes countless hours to complete.

Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of the most vibrant worlds Rockstar Games has created, bringing to life an environment I love – the Wild West. The game is widely known for its expansive map, which is packed with details and interactions. If you love open world titles, you'll feel right at home. If you've ever wanted to experience a game where you can chill and take it all in, this is probably it.

If not "the most" then at least one of the most famous games ever, Minecraft is a game that everyone has heard of. Minecraft showcases a simple graphical style and is an open world that contains multiple worlds within it. The game unleashes the creativity in one's mind like no other experience out there. What sets this game apart from the crowd is how simple yet addictive it proves to be.