Video games offer an escape for its players from the real world to a more fantastical one where they can explore and take in its sights and sounds. Various video games offer worlds that are brimming with charm, magic, and serene venues that players can willingly get lost in.
Given that there are tons of gaming worlds available, which are the best ones that would be fun to live in? From cozy farming towns, post-apocalyptic continents, schools that teach witchcraft and wizardry, to futuristic space where tons of planets are waiting to be inhabited, here are some of those worlds that are welcome options for players to stay and thrive in.
8 Mineral Town: Harvest Moon / Story Of Seasons Series
Living in the farm might not be the first thing that comes to most players when they think of a fun gaming world to live in, but Mineral Town in the Story of Seasons / Harvest Moon games prove that the farm life is a fun option.
Sporting memorable townsfolk and some mystical creatures, the people of Mineral Town are sure to keep players feeling right at home. Players are tasked to make the farm profitable, while at the same time keep in touch with the people in town: they might even meet their special someone and start a family!
7 Animal Crossing Series
Getting whisked away to an island might seem like a bad deal, but for the denizens of Animal Crossing, this means getting a fresh start and having the chance to meet and gain new friends with their neighbors!
Players can create their ideal island paradise alongside the lovable villagers, and there is no pressure to get to the endgame since there isn't one. They can collect plants and insects, fish, build public structures and areas where the villagers can do various activities, and even celebrate different real-world holidays by placing the best decorations to celebrate said occasions.
6 Hogwarts School Of Witchcraft And Wizardry: Hogwarts Legacy
For players who want to experience what a wizard or witch-in-training feels like, then living in the famous Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry is the place for them. Coming from the success of Hogwarts Legacy, the allure of being in a classroom and learning how to become a wizard or witch is an enticing world to live in.
Granted, players would have to memorize tons of rules and regulations, and depending on which house the Sorting Hat declares them to be, they also have to make sure they are representing their respective houses in every activity they do. But learning all the spells and enchantments and exploring every nook and cranny of Hogwarts are too good to pass up.
5 Monster Hunter Series
For the more adventurous players, the world of Monster Hunter is full of larger than life beasts that are magnificent as they are deadly. Those who want to be armed to the teeth with powerful weapons and armor have to get down and dirty to track and take down these powerful monsters.
If the prospect of witnessing massive monsters in their habitat, brandishing cool weapons and armor, or the call of the hunt isn’t that appealing, then the mouth-watering pre-hunt meals and the amazingly adorable and capable Palico and Palamute companions should be worth checking out.
4 Pokemon Regions: Pokemon Series
One of the key gameplay elements of the Pokemon games is the thrill of exploring various areas, tall brushes, and encountering new Pokemon. Each of the games’ regions offer fun and unique takes of their respective real-life locales: from the amazing island vibes of Alola, the medieval Galar region, to the vibrant Spanish and Portugal-themed Paldea region.
The biggest draw to live in any of the Pokemon regions is the discovery of different Pokemon. Each region is bursting with their own charm, and the Pokemon that live and thrive there further add to its allure. Imagine encountering, training, and bonding with Pokemon: that is such an exciting prospect to experience!
3 Hyrule: Legend Of Zelda Series
If there is one iconic gaming world that wants its players to experience its splendor and scope, it has to be the Kingdom of Hyrule from the Legend of Zelda games. While it has its share of tumultuous times, each time Link awakens, he makes sure to thwart the evil Ganon and save the kingdom from ruin.
During such times of peace, exploring the rolling hills and other biomes of Hyrule while on horseback should feel serene and majestic. Then reaching all the villages and mingling with the townsfolk further breathes life into an already thriving world.
2 Post-Apocalyptic United States: Horizon Zero Dawn / Forbidden West
For those who want to experience what the world could look like a hundred years into the future, the world of Horizon is a good option. Granted, there is constant danger in the form of the machines, but so long as players locate a village or a tribe, they can survive this cyber-caveman / hunter-gatherer world.
It is amazing to see what technology has wrought in the world of Horizon first-hand: seeing skyscrapers and present infrastructure get reclaimed by nature while machines do their best interpretation of the wildlife they were programmed to imitate is both fascinating and hauntingly beautiful.
1 Various Planets: No Man’s Sky
Space is the final frontier, and for players who want to go for an interplanetary adventure, the galaxy of No Man’s Sky is the perfect space for them to scratch that exploration itch. Living in one’s own chunk of floating rock in space in this game is easy, since players have tons of planets to explore and inhabit.
Each planet has its own dangers and resources, so intrepid players need to get crafty if they want to establish their living quarters there. Every planet is the perfect getaway for players who wish to have a place all for their own: peace of mind can be achieved once they’ve settled on the perfect planet where they can be left alone.