The best games based on a lost civilization

Summary

• Lost civilizations in video games create mysterious and exciting environments.

• The games combine elements of history and fantasy to explore the myths surrounding ancient places.

• In these games, players need to uncover secrets, defeat enemies, and solve puzzles.

Exploring Lost Civilizations has long been a source of fascination for video games that combine mystery, history, and adventure. From ancient ruins to forgotten empires, these games often immerse players in exotic worlds filled with secrets and challenges.

Some games have a lost civilization as a backdrop to the storyline to create a mysterious and atmospheric setting. Others focus solely on uncovering the secrets of a lost civilization, uncovering artifacts, or defeating ancient enemies. Sometimes these are mythological civilizations based on real legends that skillfully mix known history with fantasy aspects. Others are fantastic designs that came from the minds of the game's developers.

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Assassin's Creed Odyssey

Based on the mythical Greek civilization

There are certain real civilizations that have emerged from written history and are thus shrouded in myth and legend. Ancient Greece is one such civilization and it is the place for Assassin's Creed Odyssey.

Players can explore the open world map, find ancient ruins, and find lost artifacts. The game is also notable for its exceptionally effective way of conducting naval combat. in general Assassin's Creed Odyssey combines just enough story with mythological mystery to create a fascinating backdrop for what is considered one of the best games in the Assassin's Creed franchise to date.

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Uncharted: Drake's Luck

Look for Eldorado, the city of gold

Drake's luck this is the first game in Unknown franchise. Taking on the role of Nathan Drake, players embark on an adventure to find the lost city of Eldorado and the treasure that legend says is hidden within.

The game combines features of several genres, including platformers and puzzles. Focusing on a mythical civilization and the treasures it left behind, the game thrives on polished cinematography and an engaging storyline, and sets the scene well for classic exploration.

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Robber of graves

Discover the secrets of Yamatai

Issue of 2013 Robber of graves The game is part of a reboot of the franchise and returns to the proven recipe used in the original film and the early games in the series. Namely, Lara Croft goes on a treasure hunt, discovering the remains of a lost civilization; the Yamatai civilization in this case.

Once on the island, Lara must uncover the secrets of the island's queen, Himiko, by exploring, overcoming puzzles, and getting closer to the truth and the treasures that come with it. The game has a great story and the ancient ruins are very atmospheric.

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Shadow of the colossus

Defeat 16 ancient colossi

Despite the fact that the plot of Shadow of the colossus doesn't obviously revolve around the story of a lost civilization, the game's setting and world building certainly do. The world is filled with mysterious ruins and ancient architecture, all set in a ghostly, desolate landscape.

The goal of the game is for the player to defeat each of the 16 giant colossi that roam the land. Each one is a huge boss that is part organic and part construct. The game's aesthetic is beautiful yet haunting, with an underlying theme of loss and devastation.

Explore the Dwemer ruins

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim The action takes place in the fantasy country of Tamriel, in the northern kingdom of Skyrim, which is somewhat based on the themes of northern mythology. However, it does feature the mysterious lost race of the Dwemer, who left behind the remnants of their technologically advanced civilization in the form of ruins that littered the landscape.

These ruins are usually underground cave systems and complexes that are inhabited by mechanically created structures. The player can explore these ruins, unlocking knowledge and learning the secrets of the lost Dwemer civilization piece by piece.

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Horizon Zero Dawn

Explore the ruins of an advanced human civilization

U Horizon Zero Dawn, the player walks in the shoes of a young woman named Aloy, who has a mysterious past somehow connected to the remains of a lost civilization. The civilization in question was technologically advanced and created an AI to help fix Earth's ecosystem. For some reason, civilization disappeared and the AI ​​went on a rampage.

The player must uncover the secrets of Aloy's past and work to stop the AI ​​from completely taking over the world. It involves exploring and solving puzzles, as well as fighting a variety of robot enemies.

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Atlantis: The Lost Tales

Unravel the mysteries of Atlantis

The lost civilization of Atlantis is perhaps one of the most intriguing mysteries of the real world, and it's no surprise that it's a trope used frequently in games. Atlantis: The Lost Tales puts the player in the role of the young hero Seth. His task is to find the secrets of this mythical civilization.

With a great mix of great storytelling and rewarding exploration, this is a game that can appeal to all players interested in the myths and legends of Atlantis. The fantastic environment and challenging puzzles match the theme well.

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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Explore the remains of the lost Hylian civilization

Set in the Kingdom of Hyrule, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild allows players to explore an exquisitely crafted open world map dotted with ancient ruins. These ruins have been absorbed by nature over time.

The player will find lost temples, forgotten shrines and other remnants of a lost civilization. Indeed, at the core of the entire game is exploration and discovery. With its impressive level of player agency, fantastic storytelling and masterful world design, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild really deserves the top spot on this list.