Summary

Open-world puzzlegamesoffer players a unique experience while transporting them into thrilling and expensive worlds. During their puzzle-solving adventures gamers can not only solve challenging brain-teasers but journey through some of the most designed universes. These entertaining games help players work on their problem-solving skills while immersing them in compelling narratives with stunning artistry.

No matter if a player loves to explore futuristic cyberpunk cities or get transported back in time and wander through medieval landscapes because open-world puzzle games offer fun adventures for all types of gamers. Players can also become heroes, explorers, and even cats as they attempt to solve mysteries and defeat enemies during their adventures.

A large world made of tiles in Dorfromantik

7Dorfromantik

Dorfromantikis perfect for players who love cozycity-building gamesand would love to build their dream rural landscape. In this delightful strategy and puzzle game, players will have to use hexagonal tiles and will have to use those to piece together a sprawling, idyllic countryside.

There is no pressure or deadlines, so gamers can relax and enjoy this vibrant world as they bring their creative vision to life. Players can pretty much place their tiles wherever they want to as long as they match the existing landscape, to ensure that their dream village will thrive. Even thoughDorfromantikhas zen-like vibes it is still a subtle puzzle game that improves players' spatial awareness and strategic thinking. This makes this relaxing open-world puzzle game a tranquil and engaging experience.

A ginger cat looking down a neon street where a robot stands in the game Stray

6Stray

Thanks toStrayplayers can embark on a mesmerizing adventure and get to wander through the neon-lit alleyways of a forgotten cyber city as a cat. In this unique game, players get to become stray cats who after getting lost and separated from their families will have to navigate through a mysterious and decaying metropolis.

Players will get to explore their surroundings from both the highest rooftops to the darkest alleys as they meet and deal with curious droids and curious creatures. Since gamers' perspective is distinctly feline, they’ll be able to interact with the environment in a unique way. During their adventures, players will also have a trusty flying drone named B-12 who’ll help them find their way back home.

battle in Besiege

5Besiege

Besiegetakes its players on a fun battles-filled adventure during which they can engage in frenetic multiplayer battles, either challenging their friends in custom arenas or cooperating to obliterate knights, fortresses, and settlements. Since customization is at the game’s core players can freely modify their war machines, environments, and objectives using the level editor.

Players will have to experiment with eccentric additions like sheep, peasants, archers, or yak-bombs to ramp up the challenge and defeat other players. Thanks toBesiegegamers can not only use their problem-solving skills but also engage in some of the most frantic battles while meticulous planning and solving difficult puzzles to fuel their creativity and build the best possible machines. While this open-world puzzle game can be challenging for casual gamers there are plenty of guides andbeginner tips forBesiegethat’ll make the experience a fun one from the start.

castle in The Looker

4The Looker

The Lookertakes players on apuzzling adventure that’s equal parts amusing and challenging. As players wake up alone on a strangely familiar island, their mind-bending journey begins as they find themselves immersed in over 55 clever puzzles scattered across this enigmatic realm.

During their adventures players will have to face unique challenges, and thought-provoking concepts, and will even get to experience a few chuckle-inducing jokes. This single-player open-world puzzle game values gamers' intellect as well as respects their time, and immerses them in a world that’s filled with entertaining puzzles that will keep them engaged throughout.

Astronaut in Outer Wilds

3Outer Wilds

Outer Wildsis praised by critics and players alike as one of thebest open-world gamesof all time. This multi-award-winning puzzle game with a stunningly designed open-world has a captivating story and lets players explore the solar system while they’re trying to figure out how to break free from an infinite time loop.

Players will step into the shoes of one of the newest recruits of a pioneering space program, and embark on an extraordinary journey. During their adventures players will not only get to solve fascinating puzzles but explore an intricately designed world while uncovering the mysteries hidden within the solar system.

AI in The Talos Principle

2The Talos Principle

The Talos Principleis a mind-bending, first-person puzzle game that takes players on a philosophical science fiction adventure. This unique game provides gamers with an intellectual and immersive experience while immersing them in a beautifully designed and visually stunning world.

After awakening from a deep slumber, players will find themselves in a world that’s filled with ancient ruins, advanced technology, and over 120 mind-bending puzzles and enigmas. Players' goal is to unravel a series of intricate puzzles while grappling with profound questions and trying to figure out who they are and what their real purpose is.

Ku and Ori in Ori and the Will of the Wisps

1Ori and the Will of the Wisps

Ori and the Will of the Wispstakes players on an enchanting journey, set in a magical world filled with magical creatures, powerful foes, as well as intricate puzzles. This critically acclaimed masterpiece provides players of all levels with an unforgettable experience thanks to its emotional story and beautiful art style.

Players get to step into the shoes of Ori who not only has to reunite a fractured family but also find a way to heal a broken land. Thanks to this new adventure players can get to know Ori’s story even better while exploring an expansive and wonderful world.