Exploration anxiety in GTA and open-world games: A challenge for developers, says Cameron Williams

Players often experience exploration anxiety in open-world games, leading them to focus only on the main storyline. Too many choices can cause decision paralysis. Developers can encourage exploration by integrating side activities into main missions and designing maps with fewer distractions. This approach aims to make exploration more rewarding and less overwhelming.

Exploration anxiety in GTA and open-world games: A challenge for developers, says Cameron Williams
Players often experience exploration anxiety in open-world games, leading them to focus only on the main storyline. Too many choices can cause decision paralysis. Developers can encourage exploration by integrating side activities into main missions and designing maps with fewer distractions. This approach aims to make exploration more rewarding and less overwhelming.