TOP 100 SANDBOX / OPEN WORLD GAMES

Ah, sandbox and open world games, the ultimate playground for gamers! This genre allows players to roam freely in a virtual world, with no restrictions or limitations, giving them the ultimate sense of freedom. Want to climb a mountain? Go for it. How about stealing a car and going for a joyride? You got it. Want to engage in epic battles with dragons? The choice is yours! Players love this genre because it offers a unique immersive experience, a break from the mundane routine of everyday life. It enables them to escape reality and enter a world where they have full control, which is pretty empowering, don't you think? Now, when it comes to finding the best sandbox and open world games out there, you can rest easy knowing that this site has got you covered. With a well-picked list of the top games of this genre, you don't have to spend hours sifting through online reviews trying to find your next gaming adventure. So go ahead, explore, have fun, and enjoy the freedom that this genre has to offer. Who knows, maybe you'll find your next virtual home.

#01
Games like Fit For a King

Fit For a King

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.8/10

#02
Games like Mini Maker: Make A Thing

Mini Maker: Make A Thing

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.7/10

#03
Games like People Playground

People Playground

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.7/10

#04
Games like SpaceEngine

SpaceEngine

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.7/10

#05
Games like Universe Sandbox

Universe Sandbox

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 9.6/10

#06
Games like Super Man Or Monster

Super Man Or Monster

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 9.6/10

#07
Games like Wobbly Life

Wobbly Life

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, XSX
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 9.6/10

#08
Games like Wrongworld

Wrongworld

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 9.5/10

#09
Games like Unicorn Tails

Unicorn Tails

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 9.5/10

#10
Games like Entropy

Entropy

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.5/10

#11
Games like The Planet Crafter

The Planet Crafter

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Mac, PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.5/10

#12
Games like Dragon Caffi

Dragon Caffi

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Switch, Mac
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#13
Games like Lost Nova

Lost Nova

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#14
Games like News Reacts

News Reacts

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#15
Games like Alpha Lyrae Discovery

Alpha Lyrae Discovery

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#16
Games like Slime Rancher 2

Slime Rancher 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: XSX, PC, Xbox One
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#17
Games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii U, Switch
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#18
Games like The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom

The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#19
Games like Elden Ring

Elden Ring

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, XSX, PS5, Xbox One
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9.4/10

#20
Games like Sand:box

Sand:box

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 9.3/10

#21
Games like The Coin Game

The Coin Game

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Mac, PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.3/10

#22
Games like Trailmakers

Trailmakers

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.3/10

#23
Games like Pupper park

Pupper park

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.2/10

#24
Games like Flying Hero X

Flying Hero X

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Switch
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 9.2/10

#25
Games like The End of Dyeus

The End of Dyeus

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2021
  • Rating: 9.2/10

#26
Games like Tactical Command

Tactical Command

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 9.2/10

#27
Games like The Long Drive

The Long Drive

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.2/10

#28
Games like Treasures of the Aegean

Treasures of the Aegean

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Switch, PS5, XSX, Xbox One
  • Release: 2021
  • Rating: 9.2/10

#29
Games like Red Dead Redemption 2

Red Dead Redemption 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox One, PS4, PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.2/10

#30
Games like Mad Nords: Probably an Epic Quest

Mad Nords: Probably an Epic Quest

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 9.1/10

#31
Games like Solar 2

Solar 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android, Xbox 360
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 9.1/10

#32
Games like Terratech

Terratech

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, Switch, Xbox One
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 9.1/10

#33
Games like Argonus and the Gods of Stone

Argonus and the Gods of Stone

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9.1/10

#34
Games like Regular Human Workshop

Regular Human Workshop

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9/10

#35
Games like Astrox Imperium

Astrox Imperium

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 9/10

#36
Games like Space Wreck

Space Wreck

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 9/10

#37
Games like Extra Lives

Extra Lives

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Android
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 9/10

#38
Games like Blood Island

Blood Island

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9/10

#39
Games like Xenoblade Chronicles

Xenoblade Chronicles

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Console, Wii, 3DS, Switch, Wii U
  • Release: 2010
  • Rating: 9/10

#40
Games like The Complex: Found Footage

The Complex: Found Footage

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 9/10

#41
Games like Unturned

Unturned

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One, XSX
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 9/10

#42
Games like CHKN

CHKN

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 9/10

#43
Games like Outer Wilds

Outer Wilds

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Switch, PS5, XSX, Xbox One
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#44
Games like Space Engineers

Space Engineers

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, XSX, PS5, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#45
Games like LandTraveller

LandTraveller

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Mac, PC
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#46
Games like Ancient Warfare 3

Ancient Warfare 3

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2024
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#47
Games like LOST EGG 2: Be together

LOST EGG 2: Be together

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Switch
  • Release: 2021
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#48
Games like Star Valor

Star Valor

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#49
Games like Worlds

Worlds

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#50
Games like Fallout: New Vegas

Fallout: New Vegas

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One
  • Release: 2010
  • Rating: 8.9/10

#51
Games like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, PS3, PS4, Switch, PS5, XSX, Xbox One
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#52
Games like Unferat

Unferat

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#53
Games like SurrounDead

SurrounDead

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#54
Games like Scrap Mechanic

Scrap Mechanic

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#55
Games like Feel The Snow

Feel The Snow

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#56
Games like The Broken Seal

The Broken Seal

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#57
Games like 9th Dawn III

9th Dawn III

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox One, iPhone / iPad, Android, PS4, Switch
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#58
Games like The North Pole

The North Pole

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#59
Games like Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, PS3, PS4, PC, PS5, XSX, Xbox One
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 8.8/10

#60
Games like Paradise Killer

Paradise Killer

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PS4, Switch, PS5, XSX
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#61
Games like Terraria

Terraria

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PC, PS Vita, Xbox 360, iPhone / iPad, Android, PS3, PS4, Mac, 3DS, Switch, Wii U, Xbox One
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#62
Games like Factorio

Factorio

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, Switch
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#63
Games like Monster Hunter World

Monster Hunter World

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS4, PC, Xbox One
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#64
Games like Beast Battle Simulator

Beast Battle Simulator

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#65
Games like Fun with Ragdolls: The Game

Fun with Ragdolls: The Game

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, iPhone / iPad
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#66
Games like Grand Theft Auto IV

Grand Theft Auto IV

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Console, PS3
  • Release: 2008
  • Rating: 8.7/10

#67
Games like Far Cry 3

Far Cry 3

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, PS3, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2012
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#68
Games like Fallout 3

Fallout 3

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Console, PS3, Xbox One
  • Release: 2008
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#69
Games like Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Console, iPhone / iPad, Android, Mac, PS4, Switch, PS2, PS3
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#70
Games like Little Hats

Little Hats

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2021
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#71
Games like Hydroneer

Hydroneer

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#72
Games like Modbox

Modbox

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#73
Games like Ice Lakes

Ice Lakes

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad, Mac
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#74
Games like Saints Row: The Third

Saints Row: The Third

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, PS3, Switch, PS4, XSX, PS5, Xbox One
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#75
Games like Red Dead Redemption

Red Dead Redemption

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Console, PS3, PS4, Switch
  • Release: 2010
  • Rating: 8.6/10

#76
Games like Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS2, Xbox 360, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android, PS4, Switch, PS3, Xbox One
  • Release: 2004
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#77
Games like Teardown

Teardown

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS5, XSX
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#78
Games like Roblox

Roblox

  • License: Freemium
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad, Mac, Android, Xbox One
  • Release: 2005
  • Rating: 8.5/10

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#79
Games like Grand Theft Auto III

Grand Theft Auto III

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS2, Xbox 360, Mac, Console, iPhone / iPad, PS4, Switch, Android, PS3
  • Release: 2001
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#80
Games like Death Stranding: Director's Cut

Death Stranding: Director's Cut

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS5, PC, iPhone / iPad
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#81
Games like Rising World

Rising World

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#82
Games like Sailwind

Sailwind

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2021
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#83
Games like DreamWorks Spirit Lucky's Big Adventure

DreamWorks Spirit Lucky's Big Adventure

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, XSX
  • Release: 2021
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#84
Games like Vacancy Unlimited

Vacancy Unlimited

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#85
Games like RPG MO

RPG MO

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#86
Games like Walden, a game

Walden, a game

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Mac, Xbox One, XSX
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 8.5/10

#87
Games like The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One
  • Release: 2006
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#88
Games like Mount & Blade: Warband

Mount & Blade: Warband

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One, Android
  • Release: 2010
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#89
Games like UBOAT

UBOAT

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#90
Games like Hollow Island

Hollow Island

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2020
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#91
Games like Ultimate Epic Battle Simulator

Ultimate Epic Battle Simulator

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#92
Games like Lies of P

Lies of P

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, XSX, PS5, PS4, Mac, Xbox One
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#93
Games like Enemy

Enemy

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#94
Games like Assassin's Creed Odyssey

Assassin's Creed Odyssey

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PS4, Switch
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#95
Games like Burnout Paradise

Burnout Paradise

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Console, PS3, PS4, Switch, Xbox One
  • Release: 2008
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#96
Games like Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS4, 3DS, Switch, PC, Xbox One
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#97
Games like Yume Nikki

Yume Nikki

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#98
Games like Slime Rancher

Slime Rancher

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, Switch, Xbox One
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#99
Games like Nier: Automata

Nier: Automata

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 8.3/10

#100
Games like inFamous

inFamous

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Console, PS3
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.3/10