open-world design

Open-world design refers to creating a large, accessible environment in a video game that players can explore freely, rather than following a fixed path. It provides a vast, immersive space where players can choose their activities, discover new areas, and engage with the game at their own pace. This approach emphasizes freedom, exploration, and often includes multiple missions or objectives scattered throughout the world. It aims to enhance immersion and replayability by offering a dynamic, lived-in space where players feel like they are truly part of a larger, persistent digital environment.