Upcoming Open-World Games in 2026 & Beyond

2025 was a great year for games, but 2026 looks even more promising, particularly for fans of open-world adventures. We’re expecting both highly anticipated sequels and completely new experiences, and here’s a look at the open-world games currently planned for release in 2026 and beyond.

How Netflix’s Last Samurai Standing Adapts Its Manga Source Material

Junichi Okada leads Last Samurai Standing not only as an actor, but also as the creative director and action choreographer. The show is drawing comparisons to popular series like Netflix’s Squid Game – due to its competition format with many contestants vying for a big prize – and FX’s Shogun, thanks to its historical Japanese backdrop. After debuting at the Busan International Film Festival, the show is receiving positive attention, especially for its impressive large-scale scenes and well-executed sword fights.