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Platinum trophies in open-world games can be challenging due to demanding tasks outside of combat.
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Red Dead Redemption 2 requires players to complete several open-world activities and search well-hidden collectibles for platinum.
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Yakuza: Dragon's Job is a leveling grind and makes it harder to get platinum for completing mini-games.
Open-world gaming is so popular right now, players have no shortage of options when deciding which sandbox title suits their fancy. From games set in the modern era to fantasy titles with beautiful fantasy worlds, players will enjoy a dirty selection when it comes to this genre.
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A lot of open-world games are loved by trophy hunters because of how straightforward platinums can be in these titles, but that's not universally true. Some of the best sandbox titles around are notorious for featuring difficult platinums that take a lot of work before players can enjoy this ultimate achievement.
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Red Dead Redemption 2
Completing the open-world activities and getting the gold medal is very challenging
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October 26, 2018
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the mighty
Red Dead Redemption 2 A Country Mile is Rockstar's masterpiece. It features a beautiful world and an incredible story that shows how much Rockstar's writing has improved. A slow and methodical approach was applied to developing this open-world game, which could have been a nightmare for Platinum.
In addition to earning a gold medal in each mission, players must complete their fair share of open-world activities and find well-hidden collectibles. The latter is not obvious and can add several hours for people struggling to get the platinum trophy. Red Dead Redemption 2.
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Yakuza: Like a dragon
The grind can be a bit too overbearing at times to keep things leveled up
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November 10, 2020
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The change to turn-based JRPG combat was a step in the right direction Yakuza series, introducing a new batch of gamers to this unique world. Like many titles in the series, Like a dragon Contains a detailed list of content that players must complete to obtain the Platinum Trophy.
From watching movies with friends to completing the high number of mini-games in this title, it's easy to see why Like a dragon This title can be such a major time sink for players who want to platinum it. This is a Herculean effort that may not be worth the time or patience for many.
Post-game missions can take longer
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September 1, 2015
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the mighty
This is a shame Metal Gear Solid 5 The second half falls apart, clarifying where Kojima left off in the game's development. This means that the game includes more grinding to get the more difficult trophies, as well as more players will experience in the later stages of the game.

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Thank you, Metal Gear Solid 5The gameplay is solid enough for players to stick with the post-game grind and get the trophies needed to secure platinum. It may take ages, but players who love Kojima's legendary series will have a great time playing. Metal Gear Solid 5: Phantom Pain.
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Monster hunter world
It's easy to see why the grind in this game will be overwhelming for many
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January 26, 2018
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the mighty
Monster hunter world Features an engaging gameplay loop and is very accessible, serving as an entry point to this popular series for many gamers. The gameplay loop of hunting tougher monsters and getting their resources to craft more powerful weapons is something fans can't get enough of.
However, it is dialed up to 11 if players want to secure the platinum trophy in this title. The grind is exhausting, and players must rely on the RNG to ensure they get the items they need, which can make for a frustrating affair that many players would be better off avoiding.
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Grand Theft Auto 5
It's very difficult to get a gold medal in every mission and a host of other things
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September 17, 2013
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Rockstar Answers
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the mighty
Grand Theft Auto 5 It became one of the most popular open-world games when it launched and quickly shot up the charts. The benefits of an advanced engine, along with the inclusion of three different heroes, ensured that players would enjoy this title as soon as they booted it up. GTA Online Adding to the game's longevity.
However, getting platinum on this title is not easy. With the modern re-release of this title grouping both single-player and multiplayer achievements into one bucket, it's easy to understand why players can spend hundreds of hours securing the platinum they need. Grand Theft Auto 5.
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Final fantasy 7 rebirth
Getting the highest score in mini-games and fighting secret bosses is said to be easier than ever

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February 29, 2024
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The sandbox approach Final fantasy 7 rebirth It received a mixed response from the audience. Some people like the distractions these areas provide, while others feel they just pad out the runtime without bringing any innovation to the table.

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Thanks to their iconic designs, Grand Theft Auto, Cyberpunk 2077, and The Witcher are real capitals for gamers everywhere.
One thing fans can agree on is that getting platinum on this title is the stuff of nightmares. Battle trials, secret bosses, and hidden collectibles make up a time-wasting trinity that can be painful to deal with for die-hard fans who proclaim their mastery. Final fantasy 7 rebirth with the platinum trophy.
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Some of the challenges players have to complete can be grating
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May 19, 2015
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the mighty
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt This is one of the best open-world RPGs ever, the next gen update gives players another reason to revisit this masterpiece. However, one thing to keep in mind is that Chase for Platinum can turn something as amazing as this title into a sheer slog.
Players have to play the game on high difficulty, achieve some difficult achievements in combat several times, and do everything they can to avoid missing out on certain trophies. This can be very frustrating, and only the most dedicated trophy hunters around should attempt to secure the Platinum Trophy. The Witcher 3.
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Yakuza Kiwami
The Majima Everywhere system can make the grind a nightmare to deal with
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August 29, 2017
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from the first Yakuza As the entry was shorter and less ambitious than any other entry in the series, it's easy to see why RGG Studios wanted to make the remake's side content as compelling as possible to add to the game's runtime. This was achieved with the Majima Everywhere system.
It's fun to see Majima pop up around the map, but players grinding for the Platinum Trophy will hate this eccentric character in no time. It doesn't help that players need good RNG for certain trophies, which makes Majima Everywhere even greater to deal with if players are unlucky for too long.

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