What Makes an Open-World Feel Alive?

Games like Cyberpunk & Red Dead Redemption 2 have captivated us with their worlds. They create an environment that not only feels fun to explore, but also feels alive and ever-changing. Today I analyze what makes a "good" open-world, and discuss some techniques that game developers use to make their worlds feel more alive. #analysis #videogames #videoessay ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please consider donating to my Patreon or joining my channel via a membership. It helps support me and ensures that new videos will continue to come out! patreon.com/IssacMorgan Or go follow me on social media! Instagram- @TheIssacMorgan Facebook- @TheIssacMorgan TikTok- @TheIssacMorgan