10 Best Starting Areas In Open-World Video Games

The first couple of hours that Skyrim offers should be enough to enthrall any gamer, as players pass through Helgen, Riverwood, and Whiterun on their way to becoming Dragonborn.

Starting the game as a prisoner on his way to be executed at Helgen by Imperial forces, the 'World Eater' Alduin promptly attacks, leading to a frantic escape from the chaos. Immediately afterward the player can go off in any direction to explore Skyrim, but it is highly advised that the beginning questline is followed in order to gain some understanding of the story and gameplay.

Advancing through the quaint town of Riverwood on the way to the city of Whiterun, players will encounter a number of eclectic characters and embark on a number of side quests that will hook them right in. After awakening the Dragonborn power after slaying, yes, a dragon, the world opens up to the player who can begin exploring the northern realm of Tamriel.

It is a fairly obvious thing to say, but Skyrim is a must-play for any lover of open-world games, which is apparent as soon as it starts.