Which PC game do you think best represents the fusion of technology and artistry in gaming?

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Which PC title marries cutting‑edge graphics, procedural systems, and hand‑crafted design into a cohesive experience? No Man’s Sky’s universe generation, Control’s ray‑traced lighting juxtaposed with bizarre architecture, or Death Stranding’s photo‑mode landscapes come to mind. How do these games balance engine prowess with narrative and aesthetic vision? What lessons can smaller studios learn about leveraging middleware without sacrificing artistic identity?