Best open-world games focus on creating feelings of curiosity, awe, and dread through exploration. Ghost of Tsushima uses the wind to guide exploration and tells stories through every corner of ...

Horror and open-world game design don’t always go hand in hand, as many horror games rely on claustrophobic level design, scripted scares, or tightly controlled pacing. However, some titles prove that ...

Forever ensnared in a love-fued between 1800s literature and modern gaming, Eman Fatima tries her best to appease both her hobbies by tapping away at her keyboard and writing about her favorite games ...

Exploration is an integral part of any adventure game. It's one thing to have a compelling story, but another thing entirely to have a world that is actually enjoyable to traverse. Many games manage ...