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Horizon Forbidden West

Horizon Forbidden West

February 18, 2022
Sony Interactive Entertainment
4.6/5.0(63,300 reviews)
Metacritic 86
Action

PC · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 5

Great

Overall, players have overwhelmingly positive feedback about Horizon Forbidden West, praising its stunning visuals, improved gameplay, and engaging open-world experience. Some concerns were raised regarding the complexity of the crafting system and repetitive gameplay, but these do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

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About This Game

Set in a stunning post-apocalyptic world, Horizon Forbidden West follows Aloy as she ventures into a deadly frontier filled with new threats, engaging enemies in tactical combat. Players can expect rich exploration and crafting mechanics, accompanied by a captivating story that expands on its well-developed characters.

Highlights

  • Stunning graphics and visuals that captivate players
  • Immersive open world packed with diverse activities
  • Engaging story with well-developed characters
  • Improved side missions compared to the first game
  • Fast travel and quick load times on PS5 console
  • Dynamic combat that encourages strategic play
  • Unique crafting and upgrade systems for customization
  • DualSense controller features providing lifelike feedback

Themes

sci-fipost-apocalypticexplorationsurvivaldystopiandarkepic

Mechanics

open-worldcombatcraftingexplorationpuzzle-solvingstory-drivendialoguecharacter-creationinventory-managementlevelingmultiple-endings

Platforms

PC
PlayStation 4
PlayStation 5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, players have overwhelmingly positive feedback about Horizon Forbidden West, praising its stunning visuals, improved gameplay, and engaging open-world experience. Some concerns were raised regarding the complexity of the crafting system and repetitive gameplay, but these do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

Pros

  • • Stunning graphics and visual design
  • • Engaging and immersive gameplay
  • • Rich and compelling story
  • • Improved combat mechanics
  • • Variety of side quests and activities

Cons

  • • Crafting and upgrading systems can feel complicated
  • • Repetitive gameplay elements
  • • Some storylines and characters are seen as underwhelming
  • • Bugs and technical issues reported by some players

Based on 141 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

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Horizon Forbidden West — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Horizon Forbidden West worth playing?
Horizon Forbidden West has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.6 out of 5 across 63,300 reviews.
Is Horizon Forbidden West single-player or multiplayer?
Horizon Forbidden West supports single player.
What platforms is Horizon Forbidden West available on?
Horizon Forbidden West is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Horizon Forbidden West release?
Horizon Forbidden West released on February 18, 2022.
What is Horizon Forbidden West's age rating?
Horizon Forbidden West carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.
Horizon Forbidden West - Action-Packed Post-Apocalyptic Adventure