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1.Elite Dangerous
Paid: $29.99Elite Dangerous is a space simulation game developed by Frontier Developments and first released in 2015. It lets players explore an open-world cutthroat galaxy where players battle it out to freedom and glory.
- Website:https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP2514-CUSA06362_00-EDBASEGAME000000
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Genre:Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
A true Space Sandbox game. Do anything you want. Talk to anything you want. Blow up anyone you want, if you've got the superior firepower, of course. Be prepared to be blown up yourself, if not. A good alternative to EvE: Online if you don't want to shell out hundreds of dollars a year in monthly fees and ship upgrades. I know I got sick of that. More
by Gerald Price
I like the unpredictability of Elite's gameplay. I'm a fan of space exploration games. I've played this for about 50 hours yet I couldn't completely master the game. There are plenty of surprises in the game which keep me on playing this game. More
by Ridhi Tata
The actual game play is outstanding and the visuals unlike anything else. It can be a very immersive game with the detail in the sounds and environment. Definitely, one of a king at this point. More
by Mark Foster
When it comes to exploration on a open word game, Elite: Dangerous is beautifully done. I loved exploring the galaxy from the comfort of my own apartment. More
2.Gone Home
Paid: $14.99- Website:https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP1012-CUSA01228_00-GONEHOME00000000
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Publisher:Fullbright
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Genre:Adventure
by Carl Alexander
I discovered this game through Dad who always tell me that GH's story is one of the best game stories in his opinion. So I gave this a try myself. It feels so real indeed especially discovering written and printed materials at home which game me an idea what other family members were like. Now I agree with Dad. More
3.Fallout 4
Paid: $29.99- Website:https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP1003-CUSA02557_00-FALLOUT4FULLGAME
Age rating:13+
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Publisher:Bethesda Softworks
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Genre:Action and Role playing game
by Carolyn Garza
Fallout 4 is one of the most fun games on the market, as the series has been a favorite through the years, and continues to be. Bethesda did a great job with telling a new story, while involving the same great characters that we love, and intertwining them for a great gameplay, new objectives and stories, and new fun! More
by Tiffany Dixon
Ever since my bf introduced me to this game, I can't put this down ever! The side quests really keep me engaged in this game. Not to mention the story dialogs are entertaining! More
by Claudia Olvera
This game isn't too bad. I could run around and check out how crazy the world got after the disaster. It's honestly not something I would pick first, though, if I wanted exploration. For me it's too structured and I'd rather have more freedom. I'm also not that huge into post-apocalyptic type scenarios. More
by Alexander Wade
If you are looking for a game with exploration this has it. It may not be the best game but it has exploration.
4.EVE Online
Free downloadEVE Online is developed and published by CCP Games, which is a space MMO in which the players really dictate the game's story. It contains a total number of 7,800 star systems that can be visited by players.
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by José Juan Sotelo
First of all, handsdown to the dynamics of this game! The fog of war can either be thick or thin, depending on how I play through it. The sense of alliance in this game is so strong that me and my friends has to think carefully through our strategy before charging. More
5.Terraria
Paid: $9.99 Check priceTerraria is a 2D action-adventure sandbox game with the objective of digging, exploring, fighting, and building. Developed and published by Re-Logic, this game is available to play on Windows, Mac, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Android, and iOS.
- Website:https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP4040-CUSA00740_00-TERRARIA00000001
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Genre:Adventure, Survival, Crafting
by Deborah Medina
Terraria is a cool game if you are into sandbox games and exploration games for the PC. I like how I can choose to play an adventure type game, or build a community, such as in Sims and Age of Empires. I like games where you can build up lands. More
by Melissa Stephens
The game is really cool in that there is something for everyone, so no matter what kind of game you like, you can get into this. I like that I have full control of what I want to do in the game. More
by Jean Moreno
This game is not boring! Game play is difficult, but well balanced, in my opinion.
6.What Remains of Edith Finch
Paid: $19.99What Remains of Edith Finch is an Indie adventure game developed by Giant Sparrow. In the role of Edith, you’ll explore the colossal Finch house, searching for stories as she explores her family history and tries to figure out why she's the last one in her family left alive.
- Website:https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP2470-CUSA06886_00-EFINCHPS4GAME001
Age rating:12+
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Publisher:Annapurna Interactive
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Genre:Adventure
by Andrea Spencer
I love What Remains of Edith Finch. It's an awesome exploration game for PC that leaves you to search around the immense Finch house. It's challenging and interesting!
7.Starbound
Paid: $14.99Starbound is a multiplayer sandbox action-adventure video game which is set in a two-dimensional universe. This features story-based missions, and players must explore to obtain new weapons and visit towns.
- Website:https://store.steampowered.com/app/211820/Starbound
Age rating:Everyone
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Genre:Sandbox
by Barbara Davidson
I love it. Really. For starters, sandbox games are my favorites, so there is that. But the game is really well designed, very creative, full of surprises and cool details that make it endlessly entertaining. There are lots and lots to discover, to play with and to understand. It can be challenging at times, because there are so many possibilities and you want to try them all. I loved that I could reinvent myself as all sorts of mind blowing creatures and really shape my adventures the way I wanted them to be. Beware though: it's a major time waster... More
by Coco Ma
Starbound is a solid exploration PC game that is simple but fun. I enjoy going from planet to planet, going where I want to go, building what I want to build. Simple graphics, but immersive gameplay. More
by Philip Coleman
I can explore different planets in this sandbox game. I collect resorces to upgrade my gear to fight harder and harder monsters. The game is open-ended. More
8.Minecraft
Paid: $26.95 with in-app purchasesMinecraft is a sandbox video game developed by Mojang and Markus Persson. Released in 2009, this game became the best-selling computer game with over 29 million copies sold worldwide. Available on various platforms.
- Website:http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/minecraft-new-nintendo-3ds-edition
Age rating:Everyone
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Publisher:Mojang
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Genre:Open World Creation
by Kenneth Stevens
Everyone knows this game! My son absolutely loves this game. It really challenges your imagaination which is a good thing.
by Martha Reid
One of the best open world games ever developed. Nearly infinite worlds to explore
by Danielle Carpenter
Minecraft is one of the all-time best-selling games. It offers endless creativity, but it's not exactly an exploration game.
9.Mass Effect 2
Paid: $19.99 Check price- Website:https://www.amazon.com/Mass-Effect-Platinum-Hits-Xbox-360/dp/B001TORSII/
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by Patrick Gordon
I was bored, and wanted to play a game where I can just travel around and do quests for hours. I remember my friend mentioning the Mass Effect series. I then recalled having played the first game a few years ago, and thought I'd try out the sequel. That was not a mistake, I really enjoyed it, even more than the first game in the series. More
by Jennifer Hernandez
I believe this to be a wonderful solution to the problem of not having enough exploration PC Games. This is a fun and beautifully put together game with stunning graphics. More
by Muhammad Chauhan
In this game I can explore different planets. I can also collect resources as I gain insight on the enemy I must face.
10.Mass Effect 3
Check price- Website:https://www.amazon.com/Mass-Effect-3-Xbox-360/dp/B004FYEZMQ
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by Nathan Fox
Mass Effect 3 is an awesome role playing game with plenty of shooting and a good story. The game play is very smooth with a good arsenal of weapons. The missions are tough but no too tough to be frustrating. You can get lost playing this game for hours on end. More
by Parakram Chatterjee
I've heard good things about this game. Apparently it's really open-world, so it should be a good exploration game.
by Patrick Carroll
I can explore different parts of a galaxy as I fight off alien invaders. The decisions I make in game can affect the outcome of all NPCs as I play the game. More
11.Planet Explorers
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by Juan Carlos Antonio
Planet Explorers is a cool looking role play game available in single player mode to multiplayer online mode. Good story line...interstellar settlers crash land on an alien planet and have to battle to survive and live in their new home. Aliens, monsters, stress....what more could a guy want? More
by Hemant Patel
Pretty decent exploration game, Im usually not too into these type of games but I thought it was pretty fun. I'd recommend it to anyone with a fairly open mind about fantasy worlds in games, especially space related. More
12.The Swapper
Paid: $14.99The Swapper is a puzzle Metroidvania video game developed and published by Facepalm Games. Released in 2013, this game is available to play on PlayStation, Windows PC, Linux, macOS and Wii U.
- Website:https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/the-swapper-ps4/
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by Bobby Barnes
If you enjoy serious puzzle games but are tired of them lacking storyline, or love story games but tired of them basically being a minimally interactive movie this game will thrill you. It's just the right mix of amazing graphics and deep story and intense puzzling. I can't wait to see what comes next from this studio. More
by Gilberto Morán
In my opinion, this is not really an exploration game. It is a puzzle game with a lot of detail and fun to play but not as good solution for this topic. More
by Ryan Flores
The Swapper is an excellent game that has a lot of exploration and has so much too do that you won't be bored playing it! It's a great game and everyone should buy it! More
by Louis Bradley
The swapper is a great example of the exploration game genre. The visuals are stunning and the puzzles are challenging but not impossible. It has full controller support so playing on my tv through Steam Big Picture is a breeze and highly enjoyable! More
13.The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Paid: $39.99 Check priceThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is an action role-playing game, playable from either a first or third-person perspective. The player may freely roam over the land of Skyrim, which is an open world environment.
- Website:https://www.amazon.com/Elder-Scrolls-Skyrim-Special-Xbox-One/dp/B01GW902DM?th=1
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Publisher:Bethesda Softworks
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Genre:RPG
by Amanda Carter
I was looking for something to satisfy my love of fantasy sagas when I did not want to sit and read a book. This game fit the bill entirely and the graphics were stunning. The time flies by when playing this game. More
by Louis Hawkins
This is an incredible game! So many things I can still explore even after about 80 hours playing this game. I enjoy playing this with my freinds!
by Justin Hayes
This is an excellent solution for the topic. Skyrim is a vast open world game that offers countless hours of game play.
by Juan Lewis
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a classic role playing adventure game from Bethesda Game Studios. The game is open world style that lets you explore at your own pace while leveling your hero. More
14.No Man's Sky
Paid: $59.99- Website:https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/no-mans-sky/bqvqtl3pch05
Age rating:12+
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Publisher:Hello Games
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Genre:Action, Adventure
by Howard Pearson
I was really excited for this game to come out, which is why it's a shame that it's such a dog. The newest patches add a lot of content but it's still the same boring procedurally generated slog from launch. Even if you're really interested, wait for a sale. More
by Christian Rogers
Wow, "a procedurally generated universe with 18.4 quintillion planets." As they used to say back in the day, "That's a lot of meatballs!" Judging by the "mostly negative" reviews on Steam, I think I'm saving my money on this one. More
by Laura Graham
This game looks like so much fun to me. This is the exact thing I was looking for!
15.Fibrillation HD
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Age rating:13+
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by Andrés Ochoa
Fibrillation HD on Steam is one of the most unique game concepts I've encountered. It's a first-person horror/mystery story, meant to be completed in one sitting. The game is incredibly atmospheric, and there are lots of cool spaces to explore. Some repetition mars the game somewhat, but overall this one is great. More
by Randy Watson
In this game Ewan explores mysterious and scary places. It's fun and anxiety-ridden because the main character must figure out where he is and face his fears. More
by Ethan Nichols
I tried playing this game but I was really disappointed. It's just another early access indie thing and we really don't need any more of those in the world. More
16.Amnesia: The Dark Descent
Paid: $19.99Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a horror, action and adventure game for Windows and Mac. Developed and published by Frictional Games, it explores the story in which the memories of the main character are slowly fading away.
- Website:http://store.steampowered.com/app/57300/Amnesia_The_Dark_Descent/
Age rating:17+
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Publisher:Frictional Games
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Genre:Horror
by Timothy Gomez
The game is a first person shooter for Windows based around a medieval theme. It's fun to explore all the castle rooms trying to figure out who you are since the character has amnesia. There are fierce battles and intriguing puzzles to figure out along the way. A very fun game for sure. More
by Eugene Bates
Amnesia is the most advanced and experienced exploration game that I have found in the past year. It makes the time go by so fast and you just get lost in the game. Everything about the game is great and really helps you become engulfed in the game. More
by Jerry Pearson
The puzzles get old very quickly and their repetitive nature becomes quite frustrating. The screen is so dark that it's nearly impossible to see anything, at all. Dated, boring and not very much fun. More
by Diana Hall
Fun game, but I thought it was kind of scary. The game is very dark with creepy things in every corner. It really is the kind of game that might give me nightmares. More
17.The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Paid: $19.99- Website:https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP1210-CUSA03130_00-ETHANCARTERPS4US
Age rating:17+
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Publisher:The Astronauts
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Genre:Mystery
by Ruth Jordan
PC games seem to lagging in being a top platform for gamers with the newer console systems coming out with newer versions. If someone is looking for a great game to get into with their computer as their main platform, this game does seem to compete well with console games. The video used for advertisement is was engaging and it made me want to learn more about it. More
by Alice Walsh
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter allows players to roam around and explore at will. The player can use paranormal abilities in order to solve crimes and save the world, as it were. It's kind of a "smart kid's first person shooter" game. More
18.Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
Paid: $29.99Resident Evil 7: Biohazard is a first-person survival horror game produced by Capcom Co., Ltd. In the game, players assume the role of Ethan Winters, a young man who receives an email from a woman claiming to be Ethan's wife Mia.
- Website:https://store.playstation.com/#!/en-us/games/resident-evil-7-biohazard/cid=UP0102-CUSA03962_00-BH70000000000001
Age rating:18+
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Genre:Horror
by Samantha Richardson
Out of all the horror games that have released lately, this one is easily the best. This game feels closer to the original Resident Evil games with puzzles and scarce resources. It feels like a real exploration game. The game has a great atmosphere, graphics, satisfying combat, and although it has a console oriented UI design, it's a great PC port overall. More
by Daniel Banks
I love to explore when I play computer games and it is even more interesting when the setting is interesting. What could be more interested than Resident Evil? Not only can you explore, but you get to fight for survival while doing it. More
by Catherine Garrett
I've played a few of the Resident Evil games and this one is one of my favorites. The story can be quite disturbing at times so proceed with caution, but this is an excellent installment of this fantastic game. Definitely recommend! More
by Matthew Ortiz
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard had the potential to be one of the best Exploration PC games. Unfortunately, the story is just so bland. It feels like any other horror game. It's not like the past Resident Evil games. It feels like this one was just thrown together for a quick cash grab. More
19.Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
Paid: $19.99 Check priceDanganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc is a murder-mystery visual novel video game developed and published by Spike. This centers on student Makoto Naegi who must survive after being trapped in a game of mutual killing among his peers.
- Website:https://www.amazon.com/DanganRonpa-Trigger-Happy-Havoc-PlayStation-Vita/dp/B00DVPMVIU
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by Carl Jenkins
I like my PC games to be of the open world type so I can explore everything. One of the best I've found is Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc. The murder-mystery novel aspect of it is really intriguing and gives long term gameplay, well worth your dollars. More
by Megan Peterson
Danganronpa triggers a lot of ecxitement. i looove it
by Anthony Carroll