[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Gaming

open world

A game with a large, freely explorable environment.

Also known as: open-world game

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

An open world game lets players roam a large map at will, often demanding more from storage and memory than linear titles.

See pop-in.

Where open world Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is open world?

A game with a large, freely explorable environment.

What terms are related to open world?

Related Gaming terms include shooter, RPG.

Related Technical Terms

shooter
A game genre built around aiming and firing weapons. Gaming
RPG
Role-Playing Game — a character-progression genre. Gaming
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