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Exploration
Discovering new areas or secrets
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Exploration + Fantasy
A strong dose of exploration and fantasy in the same game.
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+4.0
DREDGE
Game encourages discovering new islands, secrets, and lore, rewarding curiosity-driven activities.
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+4.0
Infamous
Open-world city encourages discovery of new areas, collectibles, and side missions.
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+4.0
Unicorn Overlord
Open-world map with side quests, hidden items, and secrets encourages discovery and curiosity-driven activities.
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+4.0
World of Warcraft
Expansions feature large, reworked zones and new areas encouraging discovery, with players enjoying exploration of both…
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+4.0
LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes
Open world New York with many side quests, collectibles, and hidden areas encourages discovery.
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+4.0
BioShock Infinite
Game encourages thorough exploration of the detailed city of Columbia and discovery of secrets and lore.
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+4.0
Pokémon Crystal Version
Rich world with day/night cycles, hidden items, puzzles, and two regions to explore.
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+4.0
Super Mario 64 DS
The game emphasizes discovering new areas, hidden stars, and secrets within levels and the castle hub.
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+4.0
Far Far West
Players appreciate discovering secrets and collectibles in the game.
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+4.0
Chrono Cross
Exploration of two parallel worlds and hidden characters encourages discovery and curiosity.
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+4.0
Crash Bandicoot: Warped
Hidden gems, secret paths, and collectibles reward curiosity and thorough exploration of levels.
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+4.0
Infamous 2
Open-world city with diverse environments and collectibles encourages discovery and curiosity-driven activities.
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+4.0
Mega Man X2
The game encourages discovering secrets, hidden upgrades, and optional boss fights across diverse themed stages.
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+4.0
Lobotomy Corporation | Monster Management Simulation
Discovering new abnormalities and uncovering story elements drives curiosity and exploration.
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+4.0
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
Exploration of multiple timelines, characters, and story perspectives with discovery of secrets and plot connections.
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+4.0
Dwarf Fortress
Exploration of procedurally generated worlds, caverns, and lore is a core appeal.
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+4.0
Against the Storm
Procedurally generated maps and randomized glades encourage discovery and adapting to new environments.
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+4.0
Dust: An Elysian Tail
Strong emphasis on discovering secrets, hidden chests, and revisiting areas with new skills.
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+4.0
Mass Effect (2007)
Players explore a large galaxy map, multiple planets, and diverse environments, uncovering lore and secrets.
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+4.0
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe
Multiple exits, hidden star coins, and secret worlds reward curiosity and exploration.
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+4.0
Slendytubbies III
Campaign and multiplayer maps encourage discovery of new areas, secrets, and lore.
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+4.0
Monster Hunter: World
Large, detailed maps with secrets and diverse environments; players enjoy exploring and tracking monsters.
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+4.0
FINAL FANTASY IX
Game world is rich with hidden locations, secrets, and encourages curiosity-driven exploration.
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+4.0
Illusion Carnival
Game encourages discovery of secrets, lore, and hidden content in a surreal carnival environment.
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