Best Mini Open-World Games

We looked at average playtime data from HowLongToBeat.com to get an idea of how long it takes to finish the main story, the main story plus side quests, and to fully complete each game. These are just estimates, and your experience might be different. We only included games that take less than 15 hours to complete, focusing on those with expansive open worlds to enjoy.

GGMods Officially Launches April 13

As a huge cinema devotee—and someone who loves to customize my gaming experience—I’m always on the lookout for cool mods. It can be a real pain to hunt them down across different sites, so a dedicated platform is a lifesaver. I just heard about GGMods, and it sounds like it aims to be the place to find mods for all your favorite games. I’ll definitely be checking it out when it launches – it could really simplify things!

One of the Scariest Horror Games of the Last Decade is Officially Coming to the Switch 2

Amnesia: Rebirth offers a new experience compared to earlier Amnesia games, which were famous for their sudden scares and unsettling, paranoid feeling while exploring Brennenburg Castle. The game follows Tasi, who wakes up with amnesia after a plane crash in the Algerian desert. She has to piece together her lost memories and figure out why she was traveling there, all while facing frightening dangers in dark caves and abandoned places. Unlike the original games, Amnesia: Rebirth doesn’t immediately bombard players with jump scares, but it still creates that same creepy and claustrophobic atmosphere that Amnesia is known for.

The Unwritten Rules of Crimson Desert Explained

It’s easy to overlook some of the unspoken rules in Crimson Desert, and others only become clear after you’ve made mistakes. But understanding these rules is crucial to how the game is meant to be played. Things like allowing the story to unfold naturally, and making sure you cook and prepare thoroughly before big battles, can be the key to succeeding – instead of constantly failing – in Pearl Abyss’ new open-world adventure.

New Open-World Survival Crafting Game on Steam Feels Like The Long Dark on Steroids

Ultimately, the core of Category 6 lies in its take on survival. It goes beyond simply finding food and shelter, focusing on how players interact with others, the importance of resources, and the long-term well-being of their character. While similar to The Long Dark in these aspects, Category 6 introduces a more unpredictable and chaotic environment right from the start. Set to release on Steam in July 2026, Category 6 looks like a promising new game for fans of challenging survival titles like The Long Dark.

How to Capture Haldin (Bounty) in Crimson Desert

If you’re trying to finish all nine Hernand bounties in Crimson Desert, you might find yourself stuck with Haldin, unsure of what to do next. This guide will walk you through exactly how to complete Haldin’s outlaw bounty, with helpful tips to make the process easier.