Open-world gaming is better without quest markers or tutorials. These games challenge you to rely on your own instincts and curiosity to succeed.

Callum is a seasoned gaming managing editor for a number of publications and a gamer who will always try to shine a spotlight on indie games before giving AAA titles the time of day. He loves nothing ...

From boring openings to breathtaking finales these games completely turned things around after working through a slow start.