Open-World RPGs With The Perfect Openings

The article spotlights open-world RPGs with especially strong openings, naming Cyberpunk 2077, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, and Fallout 3 as standout examples.

These games use different approaches to first impressions, from fast-moving prologues and dramatic set pieces to slower, character-driven introductions.

Memorable early sequences include Night City in Cyberpunk 2077, the Battle of Thermopylae in Odyssey, and Vault 101 in Fallout 3.

The takeaway is that the first hours of an open-world RPG can strongly shape player engagement and long-term interest.