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Best Open-World RPGs Like The Witcher 3 in 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This guide recommends open-world RPGs for players who enjoyed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, highlighting games with similar elements like memorable characters, engaging side quests, and meaningful choices. Titles such as Cyberpunk 2077, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Ghost of Tsushima, and Elden Ring are discussed for their strengths in world-building, exploration, and atmosphere.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Studio is Relieved With the RPG’s Positive Critical Reception
Developer Rebel Wolves has expressed relief following the largely positive critical reception for their open-world RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, ahead of its September 3rd release. Creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz shared the team's nervousness and subsequent relief as reviews came in, with the game achieving a Metacritic score of 83. The game is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The Witcher 3 DLC, Warlock, and open-world anime RPG Ananta gained the most Steam wishlists of everything we saw at…
Steam wishlist data from Gamescom 2026 reveals that The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC garnered the most wishlists, followed by the upcoming RPG Warlock and the anime-inspired open-world game Ananta. The Witcher 3 remaster and the next main installment, The Witcher 4, are also contributing to significant hype for the franchise.
‘Your Next Gaming Obsession’: Ambitious PlayStation 5 RPG Gets Impressive Reviews
The upcoming PlayStation 5 RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is receiving highly positive reviews ahead of its September 3, 2026 release. Critics praise its compelling writing, unique mechanics, and immersive combat, with some calling it their "next gaming obsession," despite minor animation issues.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Review
The Blood of Dawnwalker is an impressive open-world RPG that stands out as one of the year's best. The game features a bloody aesthetic and offers a rich, engaging experience.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker Makes You Want To Do Everything–And Tantalizingly Won’t Let You – Review
Rebel Wolves' open-world action-RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, is praised for its excellent writing and fascinating, tragic stories, despite some ideas not fully landing. The game's ambition to make players want to do everything is a key highlight, making it a worthwhile exploration.
ANANTA Promises Co-op, Over 100 Hours of Content, and No Pay-to-Win Mechanics
The upcoming anime-style open-world RPG ANANTA will be free-to-play and offer over 100 hours of content, with co-op multiplayer features. Developers confirmed the game will not include pay-to-win mechanics. ANANTA is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS.
All the key details about 'anime GTA' game Ananta
Ananta, formerly known as Project Mugen, is set to release on January 15, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and mobile platforms. This free-to-play open-world RPG developed by NetEase features a unique urban setting with influences from Tokyo and Hangzhou, and promises a variety of gameplay mechanics including combat, exploration, and social activities, while notably not featuring character gacha mechanics.
GTA-Like PlayStation 5 Console Exclusive RPG Gets Release Date
The PlayStation 5 exclusive open-world RPG Ananta, developed by Naked Rain and published by NetEase, will launch on January 15, 2027. The free-to-play title, also available on PC and smartphones, is set in a modern urban world and focuses on influencer culture and social media influence as a core gameplay mechanic.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026: Every Major Announcement, Reveal and Trailer | Invision Game Community
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered and its new expansion, Songs of the Past, being major surprises. Other highlights included new looks at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Path of Exile 2, and Gears of War: E-Day, alongside reveals for new titles like Nodus Fall and Afterworld. The event also confirmed release dates for several games targeting 2026 and 2027, indicating a strong lineup for the coming years.
ANANTA confirms its release date for January 2027
NetEase and Naked Rain have confirmed the release date for their free-to-play urban open-world RPG, ANANTA, as January 15th, 2027. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PC, and mobile platforms. A new trailer showcased Lingyun City and blended urban exploration with martial arts combat, stealth missions, and a premise centered on becoming an internet influencer.
Ananta Release Date Leaks & Later Confirmed at Gamesom
The free-to-play open-world RPG Ananta, developed by NetEase Games and Naked Rain, had its release date confirmed at Gamescom for January 15, 2027, after an earlier leak. Players will navigate an influencer-driven world, building a social media following to complete missions and save the world. Pre-registration is now open for Android, iOS, PC, and PlayStation.
Fable’s Gamescom Demo Showcases Quests, Conversations, Choices, and Combat
Playground Games showcased an early gameplay demo of Fable during Gamescom, highlighting its open-world RPG elements, including quests, villager interactions, and a "style-weaving combat" system. The demo featured the city of Bowerstone and a quest to retrieve the Hero's Guild deed, demonstrating player choices and character personality traits. Fable is set to release on February 23rd, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X.
Respawn Monday #13: Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Long Weekend — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The author has spent over 20 hours in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, praising its immersive mechanics like managing hunger and cleanliness, and the reactive NPCs. The game's writing and voice acting contribute to a compelling experience, with quests offering surprising depth beyond simple objectives. The game's approach to fast travel and grounded mechanics are highlighted as evolutions for open-world RPGs, with a comparison drawn to Bethesda's design.
Death Stranding meets party-based tactical combat in mesmerising open world RPG Fog'n'Silence, in which you lead twisted humans through the Afterlife
Fog'n'Silence is a new open-world RPG from Hello Andromeda that blends party-based tactical combat with inspirations from Kenshi, Death Stranding, and Outer Wilds. Players lead a group of Vagrants through the Afterlife, facing transmogrifying fog, blind monsters, and simultaneous-turn combat, with roguelike elements and persistent knowledge carried over between runs.
The Awakening Relaunches in Gigaverse With Prize Pool Boosted to $30,000
Gigaverse has relaunched its event 'The Awakening' with an increased prize pool of $30,000, up from $20,000, to compensate for a previous bug. The event's leaderboard has been reset, and participation involves collecting 'Hard Cores' to earn a share of the prize pool, which is further boosted by in-game purchases and market fees. This event serves as a bridge to the upcoming open-world RPG, Gigaverse Online, with assets earned carrying over.
Blood of Dawnwalker dev says you can beat the final boss right after the prologue, but it "will be a feat worthy of…
Rebel Wolves has stated that players can defeat the final boss of Blood of Dawnwalker immediately after the prologue, though it will be an extremely difficult challenge. The developers highlighted the game's non-linear narrative and optional quests, emphasizing that players can forge their own path through the open world.
Gorgeous PlayStation 5 RPG Gets Release Date, Will Be Free
The PlayStation 5 open world action RPG Aniimo has received a September 2026 release date and will be free-to-play at launch. An Advanced Edition for $9.99 and a Collector's Edition for $19.99 will be available, offering exclusive digital accessories, battle passes, and other in-game items. The game allows players to collect and transform into various creatures called Aniimo to solve puzzles and battle.
The next Kingdom Come RPG now has a release window, and thankfully Warhorse isn't taking another 7-year gap between…
Embracer Group has indicated that the next Kingdom Come game from Warhorse Studios is expected to launch before the end of its fiscal year 2028, meaning before April 2028. This new entry in the historical open-world RPG series is anticipated to have a shorter development gap compared to the seven years it took for Kingdom Come: Deliverance. Warhorse Studios is also reportedly working on a separate The Lord of the Rings RPG.
Helldivers 2 is Out Now on PS Plus Extra/Premium, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Coming Next Week
Helldivers 2 is now available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers, featuring new Illuminate enemies and a level cap increase. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 will be released on August 18th, alongside Vampire Survivors. Later in August, Hell is Us and Umamusume Pretty Derby – Party Dash will join the service, followed by Two Point Museum, Metro Exodus, and Dying Light 2 Stay Human on August 25th. Premium subscribers also gain access to classic titles Onimusha: Dawn of the Dreams and Disney's Atlantis: The Lost Empire.
