20 Most Anticipated Open-World Games of 2026

Permafrost

Permafrost trades lush landscapes for a frozen wasteland where survival is the primary goal, and remains all the better for it. Players have to scavenge around abandoned settlements, craft makeshift tools, and preserve body warmth while navigating brutal snowstorms and wildlife threats. The open world feels hostile, and dynamic weather and environmental hazards require constant reshaping of routes and strategies.