Join us as we explore best open world games for PS3 which will offer tons of activity even after you’re done with the main campaign or storyline. Titles in this category usually take a long time to complete owing to the sheer amount of quests, missions and side objectives offered. Some of them will even let you kill time through certain activities. And there’s one thing you can be sure to find ”“ Large worlds just waiting to be explored with a lot of hidden secrets.
1. GTA V:
Rockstar’s latest release, GTA V, has finally made its way to consoles, over five years after GTA 4 was unleashed. This adventure title is the fifteenth installment and it takes players back to Los Santos which is a city in San Andreas. Well, the developer has really outdone its self with this release. The storyline is highly immersive and if you want a break from the narrative, you can explore the city and cause havoc or even take part in side activities like golf and tennis.
Throughout the campaign, you’ll take control of three different characters, Franklin a street hustler, professional ex-con Michael and Trevor who’s a violent maniac. You’ll also have to frequently switch between them even during missions. Once you’re done with the main story, you can jump online and take part in various jobs and side activities. The title even allows you to create custom missions and share them with others.
2. Just Cause 2:
Just Cause 2 can be summed up in one small sentence ”“ Chaos, nothing but chaos. Here, you step into the shoes of agent Rico Rodriguez who travels to the island of Panau to bring down Pandak Panay, the evil dictator and also take out his former mentor, Tom Sheldon. To do so, you’ll need to cause chaos all over the place which also unlocks new missions.
From piloting jets and other aircrafts to infiltrating large bases to destroying structures, this release has virtually no end to what you can do. Panau is vast and filled with gorgeous sights and you’ll be treated to a good deal of crazy weapons, the grappling hook being one of the most important and useful.
3. Skyrim:
Skyrim is the first installment in The Elder Scrolls series and it’s developed by Bethesda. This action RPG is set around two centuries after the events of Oblivion which is the previous release. Where the story is concerned, the high king of Skyrim has been killed and the prophesied dragon god, Alduin, has returned with his army. As the Dragonborn, it’s your goal to stop the awakened evil. You can create your own character by choosing from different races and also learn various skills including magic spells.
Throughout the world, there are various NPC which can be interacted with. Additionally, these characters will offer side-quests and some of them can be appointed as companions for assistance during battles. One of the most exciting things here are random dragon battles where beasts appear while exploring the lands. Bethesda has also launched three DLC packs, all of which can be acquired through the Skyrim Legendary Edition bundle.
4. Red Dead Redemption:
The GTA series has given Rockstar the much deserved fame and fortune, but it isn’t the only popular one out there. Red Dead Redemption builds upon the success of these titles, but with a completely different setting. The title takes place during the early 1900’s in the Wild West of America. The story follows former outlaw John Marston who travels across fictional versions of America and Mexico carrying out his task as a bounty hunter. The game has a morality system in place where committing crimes or making negative choices will decrease your honor, while doing the opposite will have a positive impact.
You can expect at last 20 hours of gameplay in the campaign mode. And once you’re done with the main story, there’s a lot to explore across the countryside including random events to take part in. Rockstar has also incorporated a multiplayer mode where up to 16 players can have a free-for-all battle or fight each other in various modes like Deathmatch and capture the flag. The Undead Nightmare expansion pack brings in a lot more content including zombies.
5. Assassins Creed IV: Black Flag:
Assassins Creed IV: Black Flag is the latest in the series and it made its debut back in November of last year. Being the sequel to the 2012 installment, the title follows the pirate Edward Kenway who’s the father and grandfather of Haytham and Connor Kenway respectively. Set during the 18th century, the game focuses a lot on naval warfare and also land combat. The story revolves around the Observatory and it sends you on a wild adventure trying to locate it. The campaign switches between the past and present day events where you uncover the secrets of the Abstergo foundation.
When not carrying out the main missions, you can explore a vast world filled with gorgeous sights. There are jungles, forts, ruins and villages to visit as well as activities such as hunting, fishing and searching for treasures. While on the ocean, you can loot enemy ships or just ride the waves while listening to your crew sign melodies.
6. Saints Row: The Third:
Last on the list is Saints Row: The Third. This action adventure title takes players out of Stillwater and to the city of Steelport. The main focus here is around gang wars where you start off from the bottom and work your way to the top. Completing missions and side activities earns you respect and leveling up provides access to upgrades such as health, weapons and the ability to recruit more gang members.
There are a lot of customizations available here. You can fully modify your character and also access some crazy weapons and vehicles. To make things more enjoyable, the game offers co-op play where you and a friend can complete missions together or cause chaos.
Conclusion:
Well, that’s the end of our best open world games for PS3 compilation. So these have been our favorite picks and we’d like to hear some of your own choices from the sandbox genre.