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5 Open-World RPGs That Surpassed Skyrim, Ranked
Skyrim's open-world RPG rivals ranked by impact.
In brief
Skyrim's open-world RPG rivals ranked by impact. Five open-world RPGs have surpassed Skyrim in specific aspects: Fallout 4, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Horizon Zero Dawn, Elden Ring, and Dragon's Dogma 2. Originally reported by CBR.
Skyrim's Legacy
Skyrim is one of the greatest open-world RPGs ever made, copied and imitated many times.
Fallout 4
Bethesda released Fallout 4 four years after Skyrim, improving its systems for dozens of hours of play.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remains popular with side content and combat options.
Horizon Zero Dawn
Horizon Zero Dawn features post-apocalyptic storytelling and combat in a tribal world.
Elden Ring
Elden Ring combines epic worldbuilding with intense difficulty for players to overcome.
Dragon's Dogma 2
Dragon's Dogma 2 took 12 years to release after Skyrim and offers customizable gameplay.
Why These Games Matter
These games surpassed Skyrim in specific aspects like gameplay, story, and replayability.
The takeaway
Five open-world RPGs have surpassed Skyrim in specific aspects: Fallout 4, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Horizon Zero Dawn, Elden Ring, and Dragon's Dogma 2.
