Nature lovers know the earth It has more to offer than spending money on frivolities. From hikers exploring national parks to surfers enjoying the great blue oceans, the world has plenty of natural beauty to explore. He said, travel can be expensive, which is a luxury that not everyone can afford.
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That's why Video games Escapism can be a fun form that takes players to a world far beyond our own. They can also explore real-life locations in the modern era, or even go back in time to past eras. The worlds in the following games are so lush and magnificent that they can often rival the real beauty of Earth, Even making the real world look dull by comparison.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Horror everywhere, but beauty underneath
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt High fantasy takes place in an open world that draws from, or at least is inspired by, European folklore. Players will face all kinds of creatures in action combat, which looks great, especially when using spells. There is a day-night cycle, so riding a horse at sunset can capture some beautiful views.
There are lush forests with fearsome monsters, large populous cities full of life, towering cliffs overlooking vast oceans and crystal blue deep waters. The color of the world is rich, making it feel more inviting than taking a simple trip through Europe to see the sights on Earth.
Final Fantasy 7 Reborn
Life outside Midgar
Final Fantasy 7 Reborn is an open-world action game that is divided into different areas, each more unique than the last. For example, the starting area is a mix of grasslands and large rocks overlooking the sea. Other areas include a beach town with a wrecked shipyard outside, a beach town that looks like a great vacation spot like the Bahamas, an amusement park full of mini-games, and so on.
Every area and set piece is very detailed, with the characters looking beyond realistic in both contexts. The game perfectly blends fantasy with sci-fi technology, giving it an otherworldly feel that feels both familiar and alien at the same time.
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart
Breaking reality
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is the most recent entry in Ratchet and clank A series of action platformers. The titular duo find themselves mixed up with female alter egos from another universe, Rivet and Kit, and must work together to stop the threat of the multiverse collapsing in on itself. The game is a technical showpiece for the PS5, demonstrating how the console can load completely different planetary areas without any loading screens breaking the action.
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Like other games in the franchise, players will traverse a diverse set of alien planets that Earthlings can only dream of one day seeing in space. As most of the gameplay is platform based, it allows players to take in the beauty of rich vegetation, starry skies, futuristic cities and more. Its animation also has Pixar-level quality.
God of War Ragnarok
Behold, the rainbow bridge
God of War Ragnarok is the latest god of war The game, the series was initially influenced by Greek mythology before turning to Norse mythology for this game and its 2018 predecessor. Players will retread the same areas from the 2018 game, although many of them have changed for the upcoming winter apocalypse that is Ragnarok.
Players explore icy forests, lakes, and valleys in the main hub area of Midgard, but there is also a gateway that can transport them to nine other areas. There are deep caves, gloomy forests with mushrooms abounding, and the cream of the crop rising to Asgard's lofty mountaintops, which scale beautifully to the game. Of course, the visual reinterpretation of mythical Norse monsters and gods is also a treat.
Banana: Bridge of Souls
Improving the world
Banana: Bridge of Souls It has a Pixar-like quality, like a lot Ratchet and Clank: Rift ApartComplete with cute mascot characters called Rot. Players will explore this rich fantasy land as a spiritual healer, Banana, who is on a mission to heal the forest, which is being corrupted by blight.
The scenery isn't as varied as other games, but this jungle area is beyond breathtaking, with vibrant greens and bright blues in the rivers that flow through it. By exploring, solving puzzles, and fighting monsters, Banana can restore the forest to its former glory. Players will wish they could one day weave magic to restore Earth to its former glory, but life isn't literally magical.
Shadow of the Colossus (2018)
Empty, but charming
Shadow of the Colossus Technically set in an open world, but one that's falling apart and haunted more than most. As the protagonist, Wander, players are tasked with finding 16 giant colossi to kill, so they can help revive the girl, Mono. There are no other enemies to fight or characters to interact with, as this is an action-adventure game that is all about exploring and fighting bosses.
Anime video games with great graphics
These games do their best to mimic the visuals of the anime series they are based on, resulting in some gorgeous anime-style graphics.
The world is vast, with many plains, valleys and ruins to explore, which adds to the haunting atmosphere as players have no context for their surroundings. The stars of the show are the diverse colossi, though, who tower over Wander and take on animal, aquatic and bird-like forms. There is nothing else like it in video games, nor an equal on earth with such mystery.
Horizon Forbidden West
The future is fierce and green
Horizon Forbidden West Based on the real world, this is an open world game set hundreds of years after an apocalyptic event. Thanks to the Robot Rebellion, most of humanity is dead, but small pockets have endured as the Earth has rebuilt itself, although robotic beings still roam the Earth.
The first game took place in Colorado, while this game goes to the West Coast, hence the name. It's the most interesting thing in a post-apocalyptic setting, exploring what human ingenuity is capable of, as these robotic creatures are both terrifying and clever. Being able to explore, or at least see, famous pieces of architecture from Earth that have been reclaimed by nature, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, is awe-inspiring.
Assassin's Creed Odyssey
A history lesson
The Assassin's Creed The series prides itself on being able to recreate famous eras of history at the height of their importance, from Egypt to Japan to Italy. Without time travel, this is a great way for players to experience real-world history in a video game. Assassin's Creed Odyssey Much of it takes place within ancient Greece, a Mediterranean wonder dating back to 400 BC.
There are some beautiful cities and seaside villages to explore on land, but the sailing aspect of the gameplay will really attract players. The ocean and nearby rivers and lakes have some of the best looking water in video games ever. the ability to swim underwater to find hidden treasure, and DLC that adds extraordinary aspects of mythology (like Atlantis). Assassin's Creed Odyssey One of the most engaging entries to explore beyond all the assassination-based gameplay.
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