Not all open worlds are created equal. Some feel like empty sandboxes, while others breathe with life, history, and personality. From the unpredictable NPCs and sweeping landscapes of The Witcher 3 to the dangerous mysteries of Elden Ring and the cultural richness of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, these are the worlds that pulled us in and convinced us they’d keep spinning even if we set the controller down.

Power corrupts—and in comics, that corruption makes for some of the most unforgettable character arcs. From Batman to Scarlet Witch, these iconic heroes and villains crossed the line into darkness. Some came back. Some didn’t. In this list, we break down 10 comic book characters who went too far, what made them snap, and why we couldn’t look away.

Bethesda just hired ex–BioWare writer John Dombrow as Senior Quest Designer—signaling renewed narrative muscle for The Elder Scrolls VI and Fallout 5. With Elder Scrolls VI slowly entering full production and Fallout 5 confirmed greenlit, this move hints at better quests, sharper storytelling, and big ambitions for both RPG heavyweights.