Horizon Zero Dawn

 PlayStation 4
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12419 Ratings

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  1. Leiadmarzo
    Feb 18, 2020
    9
    Muy entretenido, mecánicas divertidas y buen combate con el arco. La historia tanto del personaje como de la trama se trata muy bien a lo largo de la misma aunque el final me decepcionó un poco por las expectativas sigue siendo un indispensable
  2. Stywer259
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    excelente juego, una historia que engancha, excelentes gráficos y variedad de enemigos, recomiendo este juego al 100%
  3. Adriella01
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I have nothing to complain. Every hour playing Horizon Zero Dawn was fun and emotional at the same time.
  4. AnnaLynxy
    Feb 24, 2020
    8
    The game is pretty good, especially the gameplay! Each machine has its own weak spot and knowing them the hunting becomes so interesting! The plot itself also very interesting, but it so easy to miss a note with some important details. I only regret I played on Normal difficulty, instead of the Hard one.
  5. m1ku47
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    шедевр : сюжет, геймплей, графика - всё на уровне. Минусы : очень скучные побочки
  6. Folu5463
    Mar 23, 2020
    10
    Just a brilliant game and a masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  7. junuyy7t
    Mar 23, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
  8. ViperXT
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    The best game of this generation in my opinion. Story was interesting, graphics were amazing, game play was great. The AI was really well done in this one, you really had to plan out your attacks. Bring on HZD2
  9. TSoultz1995
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    Summary : Horizon: Zero Dawn is a fantastic game and pure escapism. Its world feels real and lived in, its combat is engaging and enormous amounts of fun, and the story's central mysteries keep you intrigued.

    Horizon isn't the most unique game as far as open worlds go, but it does its thing with more polish and refinement than many other games. Pros: -Graphics: Horizon is    Summary : Horizon: Zero Dawn is a fantastic game and pure escapism. Its world feels real and lived in, its combat is engaging and enormous amounts of fun, and the story's central mysteries keep you intrigued.

    Horizon isn't the most unique game as far as open worlds go, but it does its thing with more polish and refinement than many other games.

    Pros:

    -Graphics: Horizon is beautiful game. Enemies look spectacular and the environments are immersive. The weather systems make the world feel alive (you can watch puddles evaporate in the sun). If you can see it, you can go there.

    -Gameplay: This is where Horizon shines the most. Combat is deep and each new skill you learn feels that in builds upon, rather than replaces, the skills you learned prior. It leaves room for different play styles, though early on in the game it focuses on stealth. You can be tactical or go in guns blazing. It is challenging enough to feel rewarding, but not frustrating.

    -Story: Lots of great lore with compelling mysteries.

    -Side quests: Side quests in many cases are as good as the main quests. Fetch and "go here and kill that" quests are in the game, but kept to a minimum.

    -DLC: Great DLC expansion in "The Frozen Wilds". Story is excellent and fits in with the narrative of the main game and many other elements feel even more refined.

    Cons:

    -NPC side stories and dialogue aren't particularly interesting and I was often finding myself skipping through them.

    -In general, you can't enter many buildings.    … Expand
  10. ADCT800
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Amazing game.. Graphics, Story, gameplay, machines.. a few flaws: Melee combat and human AI
  11. Not_Ur_Momz
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This game was absolutely beautiful. The story was entertaining, the game play was fun, the graphics are amazing.
  12. MP-_-NiT
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Character great
    Sroty aewsem
    Gamplay perfect
    This game is butifull
    Thankyou for this game
  13. Mati8888
    Sep 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game finished it three times and got the platinum on it
    The story is amazing and compelling The combat when it comes to melee is very weird with only about three attacks but when it comes to the bow its amazing The open world is also amazing with things like cauldrons bandit camps corrupted sites tallnecks and more giving countless hours of fun even after finishing the main story    … Expand
  14. thef
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Just incredible. The world, the cultures, the discovery of the story, *chef's kiss*

    Also, the machines are so freaking cool - I have played this game through 3 times and I cannot get enough of it!
  15. Wccesar
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Jogo maravilhoso, narrativa inesquecível, gráfico lindíssimo, mundo aberto vasto e rico.
  16. PanamaGamer
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    The world Guerrilla games created is one of the most beautiful places I have seen in a videogame.
    Besides the gameplay and dialogue, the story is the best part.
    An amazing apocaliptic world with Matrix vibes.
    Truly incredible!
  17. Maxfanboy7878
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    This is one of the top 10 best open world games ever made. This game is beautiful
  18. vebewuveby
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Horizon Zero Dawn is Guerrilla Games’ best effort, one of the PS4’s greatest games, and the best game ever crafted from the ground up for the platform
  19. Fox45
    Sep 2, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is good. Its nice to play, the gameplay is really good and pleasant. The story is good despite at the beginning is not very interesting and it doesn't really matter. From the middle of the game the story starts to get interesting and it´s really good… Expand
  20. pretobr
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    *In English below

    Um jogo Épico, com a melhor historia em um jogo, muito bem contada e dinâmica.
    Recomendo a todos jogarem esse jogo.
    Gráficos/jogabilidade/Historia: 10
    ===
    An Epic game, with the best story in a game, very well talked and dynamic.
    I recommend everyone to play this game.
    Graphics / Gameplay / Story: 10
  21. Controlj
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Ok, this is a perfect game the story, gameplay, characters, graphics, EVERYTHING about this game is so perfect.
  22. zikavb
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Horizon Zero Dawn is Guerrilla Games’ best effort, one of the PS4’s greatest games, and the best game ever crafted from the ground up for the platform. It combines a gripping narrative with intense action that blends both fast-paced combat with slower-paced, tense stealth sections perfectly.
  23. newench
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    Horizon Zero Dawn thrums with the energy of a creative team finally allowed to explore something new. It builds on elements of open-world and loot-and-craft gameplay that we've seen before, but it does so within a context, a setting and a style that feel fresh. Horizon Zero Dawn discovers a stronger sense of its own personality in one game than Killzone ever managed across half a dozen.Horizon Zero Dawn thrums with the energy of a creative team finally allowed to explore something new. It builds on elements of open-world and loot-and-craft gameplay that we've seen before, but it does so within a context, a setting and a style that feel fresh. Horizon Zero Dawn discovers a stronger sense of its own personality in one game than Killzone ever managed across half a dozen. Guerrilla Games has long been developing some of the most buzzed-about games in the industry; with Horizon, it feels like it has finally found its own voice, one worthy of all that buzz.… Expand
  24. NeckrotikDreamz
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Over all the game was well made, graphically it is beautiful. The story is well thought out and it definitely leaves little in the way of hang ups at the end. IF you like collecting the best gear or maxing out your weaponry and arsenal this game gives you options. Not only in how you want to tier out your stuff. But Armors that take half a game to unlock and for those completionists out there it is worth the pick up.… Expand
  25. pedroschott
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn is a wonderful game, that i didn´t expect much, but got really surprised. The gameplay is really good and has different types of bows and weapons to enjoy.

    The story of Horizon is fascinating and keeps you entertained across the whole game. However, I think the 2 secondary quests are a little bit boring, and should´ve been optional. The ending can be predictable, but    Horizon Zero Dawn is a wonderful game, that i didn´t expect much, but got really surprised. The gameplay is really good and has different types of bows and weapons to enjoy.

    The story of Horizon is fascinating and keeps you entertained across the whole game. However, I think the 2 secondary quests are a little bit boring, and should´ve been optional. The ending can be predictable, but the post-credit scene pays off.

    But, any game is perfect, and Horizon Zero Dawn has awful facial expressions, is something that breaks immersion sometimes because the characters barely move their faces.    … Expand
  26. foxbel
    Aug 14, 2020
    8
    Сюжет интересный, но геймплей к середине игры начинает надоедать. И все же игра стоит того чтобы пройти ее до конца.
  27. arthurstopa
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Horizon is a great game, with a really detailed and beautiful open world area and delivers as well in the graphics as in the story.
  28. FuzzyPackRat
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    Story: 10/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Music: 8/10 Animation/Graphics: 10/10 This game has so many things I love in it: stealth, mounted combat/riding, ranged attacking, strong women, an interesting story. It's refreshing to play such a good game where you play a woman after years of rarely having that option and video games execs claiming 'women don't sell'. This game is a slap in the face to    Story: 10/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Music: 8/10
    Animation/Graphics: 10/10

    This game has so many things I love in it: stealth, mounted combat/riding, ranged attacking, strong women, an interesting story. It's refreshing to play such a good game where you play a woman after years of rarely having that option and video games execs claiming 'women don't sell'. This game is a slap in the face to those folks. Beautiful scenery in this game, customization options, interesting story line, pretty good motion capture work, and fun collecting/crafting. My partner had to tell me to get off the game after I'd finished all the quests and the main story. I've very excited for the next one!

    Takeaways
    Pros: many ways to play, cool story, beautiful graphics, one of a kind game.
    Cons: i spent 3+ mins thinking and the answer is- nothing (which is odd as there is usually something I don't enjoy in every game I play.    … Expand
  29. tariq_almandhar
    Aug 16, 2020
    9
    قصة فريدة وشيقة ونظام اللعب من القتال والتعامل مع الأعداء والعالم ممتاز ولا ننسى تطوير الشخصية وباقي الأمور الممتعة التي تزيد تجربة لعبك متعة
  30. La_Vinier
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Игра великолепная,сюжет отличный,открытый мир понравился.Все дополнительные квесты прошел-понравилось.Саундтрек идеальный.Считаю ее одной из лучший игр,что я когда-либо играл.Все очень рекомендую поиграть в этот шедевр!!!Игра великолепная,сюжет отличный,открытый мир понравился.Все дополнительные квесты прошел-понравилось.Саундтрек идеальный.Считаю ее одной из лучший игр,что я когда-либо играл.Все очень рекомендую поиграть в этот шедевр!!!
  31. Bro2006
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    I love this game. It is my second favorite game on the PS4, and I adored it. The gameplay felt so smooth and I liked how your weapons don't break unlike BOTW. It keeps more immersed in the game. The story is so well designed and kept me interested the whole way through. The graphics are also incredible. I am truly shocked at how games are able to look this good. I am so excited forI love this game. It is my second favorite game on the PS4, and I adored it. The gameplay felt so smooth and I liked how your weapons don't break unlike BOTW. It keeps more immersed in the game. The story is so well designed and kept me interested the whole way through. The graphics are also incredible. I am truly shocked at how games are able to look this good. I am so excited for Forbidden West, as i'm sure the sequel will be just as good, if not better than the first.… Expand
  32. Oreshulya
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    Очень крутая игра. Сюжет, геймплей, атмосфера, графика - всё на высоте, супер. Очень интересный и необычный сеттинг, подобных игр крайне мало выходит. Минус балл за пластилиновые анимации лиц в диалогах и практически полное отсутствие взаимодействия с окружающими предметами. Помню, можно было встать за Элой в костер и никакого урона ей не наносилось. Для игры 2017 года странноватоеОчень крутая игра. Сюжет, геймплей, атмосфера, графика - всё на высоте, супер. Очень интересный и необычный сеттинг, подобных игр крайне мало выходит. Минус балл за пластилиновые анимации лиц в диалогах и практически полное отсутствие взаимодействия с окружающими предметами. Помню, можно было встать за Элой в костер и никакого урона ей не наносилось. Для игры 2017 года странноватое допущение. Ну и ближний бой достаточно средний, можно наверно было приятнее его сделать, но этот недостаток нивелируется крутой разносторонней стрельбой из лука, разными прибамбасами, которыми можно убивать роботов, так что ничего страшного. Роботы тоже, кстати, очень интересные, все разнообразные и уникальные. Так что 9 из 10 - игра шикарная.… Expand
  33. Grippz
    Sep 9, 2020
    9
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  34. Carloses84
    Sep 12, 2020
    10
    Legit love this. It's one of the most enjoyable games I have ever played. Can't wait for the second one. Aloy needs more recognition. Great game character.
  35. EnzoMello
    Sep 14, 2020
    9
    Jogo fantástico. Gráficos maravilhosos, história principal direta, te deixa intrigado e você quer saber mais e mais sobre o lindo de Aloy. Jogo desafiador, mesmo com level alto, você pode morrer para monstros básicos. Todos que tiverem a oportunidade, joguem. A única coisa mais chatinha, são as Secundárias por são repetitivas e cansativas a introdução, porém a execução da missão éJogo fantástico. Gráficos maravilhosos, história principal direta, te deixa intrigado e você quer saber mais e mais sobre o lindo de Aloy. Jogo desafiador, mesmo com level alto, você pode morrer para monstros básicos. Todos que tiverem a oportunidade, joguem. A única coisa mais chatinha, são as Secundárias por são repetitivas e cansativas a introdução, porém a execução da missão é divertido.… Expand
  36. AbdulShiekh
    Sep 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, visuals are beautiful, I truly love the story and gameplay. THIS IS A MUST PLAY GAME.
  37. Neadle
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    One of the best games out there - period The story itself is almost too good to be a game, this will truly be a classic
  38. Emifius
    Oct 1, 2020
    9
    Horizon puts you in the shoes of Eloy, a girl who wants to discover her past ... to know who her mother is, and to find out, she will have to discover what happened to the world. The game is set in our world, a few hundred or thousands of years after the present. Humanity as we know it no longer exists, people live in tribes, and the wild world is dominated by animal-like machines. TheHorizon puts you in the shoes of Eloy, a girl who wants to discover her past ... to know who her mother is, and to find out, she will have to discover what happened to the world. The game is set in our world, a few hundred or thousands of years after the present. Humanity as we know it no longer exists, people live in tribes, and the wild world is dominated by animal-like machines. The story, in my opinion is very good, it always encourages you to continue to discover what happened to our world.

    Graphically, it's the best I've ever played, it made my Play Station sound like a 40-year-old motorcycle. Something that I think can be corrected in that sense, are the animations of the face, the smiles seem to be made with Garrys Mod and that takes away the seriousness of the conversation.

    As an open world it is fine, but it can be improved. I would have liked there to be longer missions, than there are, but more.

    The character design is enough, I never seemed to find an npc almost the same as the one I saw 2 minutes ago, which if it happened in Skyrim for example.

    The controls are super comfortable, and the combat can be as you want: you can go and kill everyone with the spear (which I did), kill stealthily and setting electric traps, or shoot from a distance with your arrows.

    I give it a 9.3 out of 10. I have high expectations regarding its sequel, because for me this game is already INCREDIBLE without being perfect, and I know that Forbbiden West will be better    … Expand
  39. darinho
    Apr 27, 2023
    9
    Since lgbt mafia is acusing everyone, who dislikes lgbt propaganda in games, of homophobia, I came here years later to rate this game. So here is my review: this game is one of the best games ever in the history of gaming. New thrilling captivating story where you don’t know wtf is happing until second part of the game. Amazing graphics for a PS4 era, beautiful open world and awesome mainSince lgbt mafia is acusing everyone, who dislikes lgbt propaganda in games, of homophobia, I came here years later to rate this game. So here is my review: this game is one of the best games ever in the history of gaming. New thrilling captivating story where you don’t know wtf is happing until second part of the game. Amazing graphics for a PS4 era, beautiful open world and awesome main cast. Strong independed young female woman (if someone doesn’t know what a woman is they can remind themself of basic biology classes in elementary school). So all in all, I enjoyed this game so much I platinumed it and beat twice. Shame is became woke garbage with last dlc.

    P.s. Note to fascist Metacritic team: I will copy/paste this review into oblivion, no matter how many times you take it down.    … Expand
  40. IamChris8
    Feb 17, 2022
    8
    Nach 3 Versuchen und etliche langen Pausen habe ich gestern HZD durchgezockt. Was ein Krampf! ;)

    Trotzdem muss ich das Spiel in gewissen Punkten loben. Grafik: 8/10 Story: 9/10 Umfang: 5/10 Gameplay: 6/10 Design: 9/10 ------------------------------------------------- Fazit: 7,4 von 10 Punkten. Ich habe mir das Spiel nicht gekauft, sondern durch die "Play @ Home" Initiative von    Nach 3 Versuchen und etliche langen Pausen habe ich gestern HZD durchgezockt. Was ein Krampf! ;)

    Trotzdem muss ich das Spiel in gewissen Punkten loben.
    Grafik: 8/10
    Story: 9/10
    Umfang: 5/10
    Gameplay: 6/10
    Design: 9/10
    -------------------------------------------------
    Fazit: 7,4 von 10 Punkten.

    Ich habe mir das Spiel nicht gekauft, sondern durch die "Play @ Home" Initiative von Sony erhalten.
    *GRATIS!*
    Richtig schöner Move von Sony. Dafür gibt es einen Extrapunkt
    ------------------------
    Final: 8,4    … Expand
  41. Jesus2323
    Mar 4, 2022
    9
    Muy buena historia, original, una gran variedad de armas y misiones secundarias entretenidas, solo mejoraria un poco los personajes
  42. Tabitha2007
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Over 300 hours played. Best game i have ever played with original ideas, characters, and story. The character of Aloy couldn't be more perfect. Story is mind blowing, graphics are stunning, and game-play is fluid. Best game of the century in my book
  43. Diolago
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Excelente jogo. Boa história, prende a atenção e jogabilidade maravilhosa.
  44. Speedy_King
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game have a nice graphic It feels very good when playing
    The game is incredibly successful    … Expand
  45. Sajria
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Gamenya bagus banget!!!!! Cinta ama horizon zero dawn!❤. Alur ceritanya gk bosenin, pokok nya ini masui dalam daftar game terbaik! Musiknya lumayan bikin merinding! Overall 10/10
  46. ReDiamond
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    The animations are amazing! The story is deep and it always is interesting. There are these long walks later on but the interesting fights and sights make up for it! I don't have Forbidden West but I can't wait.
  47. Javier777777771
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Juegazo9oo9fdkdkddkdkdkzkmzskskdkdkdkxkxnxkxkxmdkzkxkxkxkxkxkxkxkxkxkddkdkdkdckckxxkkkxxkkxxkxk… Expand
  48. XxDANFORxX
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    Es un fantástico Juego, gran jugabilidad y la experiencia con el entorno, banda sonora y nivel gráfico son un punto de despegue para una generación especial en el mundo de los videojuegos.
  49. JrDouble
    Dec 7, 2022
    10
    An epic game with amazing story great combat, solid graphics, and no shortage of missions and side missions to complete. A must play on PS4 and enhanced graphics and framerate on PS5.
  50. Chillywilly23
    Apr 10, 2017
    10
    Best game I've played in a long time. I've had a lot of the big titles lately as well. It's looks awesome and the gameplay is fantastic. It just works too, no bugginess. If you're sick of all the bells-and-whistles and multiplayer stuff and just want a good old-fashioned, single-player, story-driven game that they made when you were a kid and that ticks all the boxes- get this.
  51. ocinom
    Dec 12, 2017
    10
    This game has one of the best story and graphics for the PS4. I didn’t watch any trailer to avoid any game play mechanic spoilers cause I just know this will be a great game lol. When is part 2 Guerrilla games? We need the second installment ASAP!
  52. Piotrek93s
    Nov 17, 2017
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn - this is one of the most magnificent masterpieces, which I played
    in my life. I am very pleased that Guerrilla Games working in the Sony, and make
    such great games. I remember how I once played Killzone 2,3 and just could not tear myself away from this magnificent game. Atmosphere 10/10 The main heroine of 10/10. Awesome!
  53. Shaner94
    Feb 12, 2021
    10
    I love this game, from the awesome story, to the unique characters, to the beautiful open world. This game shines in so many ways that its difficult to see if there are any areas in which it doesnt shine.
  54. iqbalareswolf
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    Clearly the best game on the ps4 and yes I would rank it before last of us and uncharted 4. It's going to be playstation next big franchise like God of War and uncharted this game has everything awesome graphic one of the best storyline game of all time a heroine looking for her place in society and her people past
  55. Oktavian
    Dec 25, 2020
    9
    Guerrilla Games really puts their efforts in this game. Horizon Zero Dawn has an excellent graphics, good story, good soundtracks, etc. However the facial expressions on a dialogue might a bit off, but it's okay. The photo mode is really good, I literally spend hours on photo mode.
    Definitely worth playing, must play games.
  56. Whifflebat
    Apr 9, 2018
    10
    Hands down the best game I have ever played, on any system including PC. Graphics are incredible, gameplay is tight, and the story is engrossing and full of depth.
  57. tomcoates
    Apr 15, 2017
    10
    It's just awesome. Looks stunning. The plot is involving and enjoyable, the combat is exciting, the creatures are fascinating and well animated, the world building is great. Just loving it.
  58. bskierys
    Oct 30, 2017
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn is a game that is centering around beautifully crafted world. And It's doing it job perfectly. And it is also portrayed really well. Graphics are amazing (although a little too many color filters is added), and views of earth recovered by mother nature and machines are so breathtaking, that you sometimes want to just walk around and use build-in photo mode to takeHorizon Zero Dawn is a game that is centering around beautifully crafted world. And It's doing it job perfectly. And it is also portrayed really well. Graphics are amazing (although a little too many color filters is added), and views of earth recovered by mother nature and machines are so breathtaking, that you sometimes want to just walk around and use build-in photo mode to take screen-shots.
    Game-play is smooth and hunting for new machines is extremely satisfying. The variety of mechanics and weapon-types gives you opportunities to discover tactic against every enemy. And the feeling after beating your first Thunderjaw is just worth the effort of learning them all.
    The story that this game tells is rather standard hero journey type but it feels really satisfying to go through. You start as nearly nobody and end as a chosen one, and most powerful character in the end. It is pleasing to look back at the route you have gone through. It has that magic feeling of discovering a new, fantastic world that you are a huge part of.
    The worst part of the game are the plot of quest and characters. After playing Witcher 3 I expect a little more depth from that little stories, not just the main one. Characters are flat and mostly black-and-white. Purely good (like Avad) or purely bad (like Helis). The most interesting one was NIll - guy who kills bandits not to do some good, but because he likes too kill. Oh and maybe Erend before he sobered up.
    But the main character of the story is the world itself. It is beautifully crafted and you really want to get lost in it. And I did. For like 80 hours. I recommend you do it as well.    … Expand
  59. AsrielDreemur
    Mar 29, 2017
    8
    Overall it's an amazing game. The setting and landscape in this game is amazing and I cannot resist myself to explore more in this game world. What really sold me on this game it's the character design of alloy and her story which is really intriguing and one of the main focus point of the game. The animal robots in the game is also well design and going up against them is the best part ofOverall it's an amazing game. The setting and landscape in this game is amazing and I cannot resist myself to explore more in this game world. What really sold me on this game it's the character design of alloy and her story which is really intriguing and one of the main focus point of the game. The animal robots in the game is also well design and going up against them is the best part of the game especially when you're able to take down the bigger robots that you will meet later on in the game. Overall it's a really good game but what kept me from giving it a much higher score is that the voice acting in some of the side quest are poorly done, not only that but most of the side quest in this game are not that interesting compare to games like yakuza 0 and the witcher 3 which thrive in this area while Horizon Zero Dawn lack in it. Non the less, it's still a wonderful game.… Expand
  60. jrdnnn
    Oct 23, 2017
    10
    This game is a near-perfect masterpiece in terms of gameplay, visuals, and design, and together these three factors weave an intricate, dangerous and gorgeous world I relished exploring.

    Aloy is one of the best videogame protagonists in a long time - confident, strong, funny and emotive, she was a true pleasure to guide around the post-post-apocalyptic landscape. Speaking of which,    This game is a near-perfect masterpiece in terms of gameplay, visuals, and design, and together these three factors weave an intricate, dangerous and gorgeous world I relished exploring.

    Aloy is one of the best videogame protagonists in a long time - confident, strong, funny and emotive, she was a true pleasure to guide around the post-post-apocalyptic landscape. Speaking of which, Horizon is probably the best looking game I've ever played. I regularly found myself marveling at the environments, remnant structures, weather/lighting effects and character animations as I played through. Extra sidequests in which you collect various items from precarious positions atop snowy mountains and dramatic mesas were essential to really take in the scope and breadth of this game. The backstory of the world before Horizon's timeline is filled in with optional quests and datafiles hidden throughout the vast map in caverns, derelict shopping malls, jungles and deserts, and each add a unique take on life as we know it, long gone from the planet in Horizon. The variety involved travelling around either by foot or on one of the many equestrian-style machines is admirable. The story itself is great, with enough twists and turns and emotion to drive you onwards to learn the truth of Earth's current circumstances. A few developments really blew me away towards the end - be ready! A highlight for me was uncovering the secrets of optional 'cauldrons', creepy, mysterious factories deep under the ground from before the fall of society, these are definitely worth going out your way to complete, as they add a fantastic slant to the plot.

    Combat is absolutely fantastic and very challenging. One wrong move can put you in an extremely compromising position, with the mechanical beasts proving incredibly violent and clever. They will gang up on you, corner you, unleash desperate charges and barrages of missiles or lasers, necessitating fast reflexes and sharpshooting. Luckily Aloy has you covered. With excellent bow mechanics, reaction time speed-altering, decent melee and a variety of sneak attacks, traps, elemental weapons and even the opportunity to turn machines against each other, you always have the tools to succeed. Death is frequent, but always deserved, making each battle won feel like a true achievement, and allowing for some titanic struggles against some of the gargantuan creatures on offer. Stormbirds specifically present exhilarating and occasionally terrifying encounters.

    There are a few TINY issues with the game - occasionally hammy dialogue, a limited (but acceptable) weapon/customisation, less thrilling human battles, and a disappointing final battle (followed by a solid story ending). None of these spoil the game in too much and | wholeheartedly award it a 10. Never have I be so stunned by a game world before - the beauty and visceral energy in it is something of a wonder, and it truly compels you to want to explore every part of the map, fight every ruthless machine (beating them by the skin of your teeth), collect every trinket and climb every peak.

    Incredible game-making from Guerrilla.    … Expand
  61. PrimozaPL
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    Horizon: Zero Dawn is such a Guerrilla study experiment. Many accuse the game of copying ideas from other productions without bringing anything new to the fun mechanic, but only by refining it. I agree with this part and I do not consider this to be a game for this game. The creators of course have modeled on other studios to create their own mechanics, but by the time I was still playing,Horizon: Zero Dawn is such a Guerrilla study experiment. Many accuse the game of copying ideas from other productions without bringing anything new to the fun mechanic, but only by refining it. I agree with this part and I do not consider this to be a game for this game. The creators of course have modeled on other studios to create their own mechanics, but by the time I was still playing, I had the impression that they had perfected them. No surprises and unnecessary combinations. We finally get the finished product in terms of visual and sound. The game is well-run with a satisfactory combat system. Each mission is different, side missions are not self-inflicted.

    The Dutch studio creating the feature page was very much drawn from the CD Projekt production, only Aloy is devoid of the axle that we could blame the Witcher. The mechanics are lighter, simpler, and the game itself is much shorter than the Geralt story. Horizon: Zero Dawn is a great start to a new gaming brand. Guerrilla Games have shown that they are not afraid of challenges and can create not only beautiful, but also interesting and consistent universe. To my full happiness, I only lacked a more serious approach to the study of dialogues. I have written about polonization. There is no tragedy, but what happens in all the tasks and side missions in this class of games should not happen.    … Expand
  62. parham76
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    1) Good World
    2) Good Graphics
    3) Good Story
    4) Good Soundtrack
    Just buy PS4 and play it.
    if you think you lose when buy ps4 you'r so wrong.
    keep calm and buy ps4
  63. Redpappa55
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    A fantastic surprise in every way and form. This game is made from people who are working on an open world rpg for the first time it is perfect. To keep it shorting has a mysterious and interesting story and gameplay that is so fun whatever you may be doing it is a must buy.
  64. Bitek
    Feb 26, 2018
    10
    Brilliant game. I love the settings. I love everything about it. Aloy is such a lovely character I love it so much that i actually platinum Horizon Zero Dawn. Machines, ancient world, primitive tribal people. The game really delivers. it is so much fun. .It is so addictive. clever weapons, cool skills to learn, beautiful settings, side quest with worthy rewards, machines with coolBrilliant game. I love the settings. I love everything about it. Aloy is such a lovely character I love it so much that i actually platinum Horizon Zero Dawn. Machines, ancient world, primitive tribal people. The game really delivers. it is so much fun. .It is so addictive. clever weapons, cool skills to learn, beautiful settings, side quest with worthy rewards, machines with cool weapons. There is so much to like about this game.… Expand
  65. sityoazzdown
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    First I would like to point out I'm as legit a gamer there is on here, i have over 100 games played and reviewed here and more I didn't review here. Saying that, I haven't had this much fun playing an open world game since Red Dead Redemption; yes this game is that good to me. Graphically this game is without a doubt the best looking open world game in the history of gaming, the bar hasFirst I would like to point out I'm as legit a gamer there is on here, i have over 100 games played and reviewed here and more I didn't review here. Saying that, I haven't had this much fun playing an open world game since Red Dead Redemption; yes this game is that good to me. Graphically this game is without a doubt the best looking open world game in the history of gaming, the bar has been set by Guerrilla Games, Gameplay wise, it is a perfect` 10/10 to me. Hunting robot dinosaurs with bows are exhilarating and rewarding, when you killed over 100 of the bottom dweller enemies and still feel a sense of excitement everytime you blast the suckers in their eyes? that is how you know you are playing an masterpiece. The robot dinosaur are crafted with care and precision to the equivalent of Overwatch's cast of heroes, they are truly that unique and different. It never gets old targeting an enemies weak spot and watching it get detached; no longer able to use that weapon.. but wait it gets better you can even shoot out their weapon and use it on THEM! how mind blowingly amazing is that? The challenge of the game is also just right, 45 hours in, it never gets old just killing the dinosaurs and watching different swarm of enemies hone in on you. Now the story holds its own and is very interesting (cool concept), and most importantly very original. I liked Aloy, and the supporting cast was very well written and acted; different personalities everywhere. The only negatives which didn't impact my enjoyment at all was that some side quests were bland, and a perk that broke the immersion for me (you whistle). The human A.I was questionable, but the machine's A.I was great. Now what I don't understand is why are people bashing this game for it's lack of originality? Yes, it takes aspects from other games, but it refines it to make it original/fun and fresh. For example, I never said "wow I wished there was more buildings I could scale to uncover more of the map when I first played Assasins Creed"; but I definately said I wished there were more Tallnecks to scale, more cauldrons to uncover, etc! Bottomline this game is a 10/10 for me, a must buy, a masterpiece, etc. I understand not everyone is going to like this game, but I will leave this statement here to help people out. If you like the reboot of tomb raider (2013, 2015) and/or the witcher 3, then you will like this game...You might not like it as much but even then it would be classified as an great game.. alas there is a higher probability you will like this game more than the previous two. To end, best ps4 exclusive this gen, one of the best open world game I've played, best new IP this gen. 10/10.… Expand
  66. zozzhun
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    A must play game. Story is really good. Side missions are tend to be boring sometimes. I am a mostly PC user, so aiming with game pad is pain in my "+!%, but in this game is so good for me. You have to think with the equipment you can get and play through is easy even for a newbie like me. I bought the unlimited travel pack as soon as i could. I suggest to do as well with the bad assA must play game. Story is really good. Side missions are tend to be boring sometimes. I am a mostly PC user, so aiming with game pad is pain in my "+!%, but in this game is so good for me. You have to think with the equipment you can get and play through is easy even for a newbie like me. I bought the unlimited travel pack as soon as i could. I suggest to do as well with the bad ass armor. I don't really like to write reviews for games, only for the real good or bad ones. Worth buying!… Expand
  67. Ibanez89
    Mar 8, 2017
    8
    I'm loving this game the more I play it. At first, I found that it was quite repetitive in the first couple of hours since I didn't see any variation with weapons and combat. Once I expanded my arsenal and started exploring alot more, I started becoming more and more hooked.

    What I love: Gorgeous open world - It's huge and begging to be explored. Memorable landmarks . Interesting    I'm loving this game the more I play it. At first, I found that it was quite repetitive in the first couple of hours since I didn't see any variation with weapons and combat. Once I expanded my arsenal and started exploring alot more, I started becoming more and more hooked.

    What I love:
    Gorgeous open world - It's huge and begging to be explored.

    Memorable landmarks
    .
    Interesting characters - great back stories and Aloy's personality is just awesome. She will most certainly be one of playstations memorable characters alongside Nathan Drake etc.

    Amazing graphics - just..jawdropping. On par with high end pc graphics actually.

    Plenty of content - So many quests to do, collectables to find and places to discover and plenty of headshots on bandits as you take over their camps.

    Framerate stability - Yes thats right. A game so powerful at a stable 30 fps. Even on a standard ps4. Weather conditions may reduce it at times but nothing unplayable.

    Variety of enemies - each enemy (especially the machines) require a different approach and tactic to bring them down and have their weaknesses/strengths which force you to change weapons as you progress. They are not as easy as you may think, and its so rewarding once you beat them.

    A broad skill tree - Choose how you want to play and what you think will benefit you the most at your current progress.

    What I don't love:

    Climbing - Times where you think you can just hoist yourself up on a ledge, you cant. It just creates a lot of awkward jumping and depending on the area it can be frustrating to move around or even evade enemies. You can only scale cliff faces and objects that are bright yellow as an indication that you can climb it. I'm just confused why this wasn't factored in during development.

    Detection from enemies - I know some of them can spot you in tall grass by design, but what annoys me is once you trigger an explosion on a machine, they know where you are automatically eventhough you're hiding far away on a mountain shooting a fire arrow.

    Early game repetition - This was a big thing as it nearly ruined the game for me. After a couple of hours, the combat and quests feel the same and the lack of weapons don't do the game justice. That is until you start unlocking things which then its a different story.

    The repetition part is probably the biggest impact out of the negatives. But as soon as you start discovering more, learning what else you can do and expanding your arsenal, it turns into one of the most incredible games you will play in a long time. Do not miss out on this game if you love all or any of the games out of Far Cry, The Witcher, Monster Hunter and Tomb Raider.
    The moment you feel its becoming the same each mission and battle, just keep going. I felt like I needed to emphasise this. It starts off good, gets a bit weak then progresses stronger than ever. There is plenty to do and apparently its an easy platinum trophy!

    Just get this game :)
    Final Verdict - 8.5/10    … Expand
  68. ImUrHuckleBerri
    Mar 28, 2017
    10
    Amazing to see Guerrilla Games get their due. They took a chance to branch away from their amazing Killzone series and it has paid. Horizon Zero Dawn is not only has an extremely beautiful game world. But the story line. At least in my opinion is well crafted and keeps the player engaged and wanting to learn more about Alloy and the world around her. If you are looking for the next greatAmazing to see Guerrilla Games get their due. They took a chance to branch away from their amazing Killzone series and it has paid. Horizon Zero Dawn is not only has an extremely beautiful game world. But the story line. At least in my opinion is well crafted and keeps the player engaged and wanting to learn more about Alloy and the world around her. If you are looking for the next great open world game to play do not pass up what Horizon Zero Dawn offers. I rank it as my #1 game to come out in this console generation.… Expand
  69. WizardSabru
    Jan 18, 2018
    9
    Nice, but it's often not clear where to go if the scene is dynamic. And russian text is standart arial. 9/10
  70. vgm
    Mar 30, 2017
    8
    Horizon Zero Dawn is a very solid game that combines action, tactics and RPG and it feels like it borrows mechanics from some of the best contemporary games like Uncharted, Tomb Raider reboot or Metal Gear Solid V. The combat mechanics are some of the best I’ve played and using the bow and arrows is really enjoyable. From the graphics perspective it’s just perfect. The aesthetics ofHorizon Zero Dawn is a very solid game that combines action, tactics and RPG and it feels like it borrows mechanics from some of the best contemporary games like Uncharted, Tomb Raider reboot or Metal Gear Solid V. The combat mechanics are some of the best I’ve played and using the bow and arrows is really enjoyable. From the graphics perspective it’s just perfect. The aesthetics of combining a primitive world with futuristic machines looks really cool and the graphics blow me away! The game makes you feel you are all the time inside a picture and it’s actually a nice feature they included a very complete photo mode.

    The game has some flaws too, like the fact that I didn’t really feel very connected to the characters and story. This might be due to the bad “acting” (both facial expressions and voices look artificial) or the lack of interaction with people and towns.    … Expand
  71. johny_wo_ok
    Apr 4, 2017
    10
    Just an amazing game. Period. Exceeded all my expectations (although i admit, they weren't very high, somehow the whole 'dynobot' things seemed like they were trying too hard). Luckily, I picked it up and wow. Great combat, intriguing story, immersive world and all around awesome game. Highly recommend it and put it up there with the other playstation greats (uncharted, last of us,Just an amazing game. Period. Exceeded all my expectations (although i admit, they weren't very high, somehow the whole 'dynobot' things seemed like they were trying too hard). Luckily, I picked it up and wow. Great combat, intriguing story, immersive world and all around awesome game. Highly recommend it and put it up there with the other playstation greats (uncharted, last of us, etc.). GOTY.… Expand
  72. Neerolyte
    Mar 30, 2017
    9
    Excellent and unique story and combat. One of the best open-world game out there that is not overwhelming with crappy contents but just enough good quality activities to thoroughly enjoy the game. It is also design so every type of gamers can enjoy it (hardcore or casual).
  73. Thunderstruck44
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    I've only had my PlayStation 4 for about a week but this might be one of the most interesting games that I've ever played. It's a lot of fun and very addictive with so much to do. I've put about 20 hours into it and I don't feel like I've hardly scratched the surface of what is available to me. The gameplay is fantastic, the stealth features are incredibly well done, and there hasn't beenI've only had my PlayStation 4 for about a week but this might be one of the most interesting games that I've ever played. It's a lot of fun and very addictive with so much to do. I've put about 20 hours into it and I don't feel like I've hardly scratched the surface of what is available to me. The gameplay is fantastic, the stealth features are incredibly well done, and there hasn't been a point yet where I feel like I am overpowered but I never feel too underpowered either. Definitely one of the standout titles for PlayStation. If you have a PlayStation 4 then you need to own this game.… Expand
  74. ladychaos
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this game, just loved it !!! All my life i have loved the idea of cool female heroes ( not that I dislike male ones because I don't. Give me Leon S Kennedy!!!), dinosaurs, ancient or apocalyptic worlds, weird but cool technology and robots. Put it all together and you just get something awesome. It's like someone went and read my mind and made this game. I love the graphics (so real looking), the music, the AI of the creatures, the main character and so much more. I cannot even remember how many hours I have spent on this game but it's a lot I can tell you. Definitely do your selves a favour and give this game a try.… Expand
  75. Skullomania77
    Dec 21, 2017
    10
    As someone who has gotten a bit tired of open world games this pulls me back in and I love every second of it and it shows why it is a GOTY contender in every chance it gets as this has some of the most fun you will every experience in a open world game to date (breath of the wild also counts) and a story so go I wanted to 100% it just for that reason alone. It is easy to see why so manyAs someone who has gotten a bit tired of open world games this pulls me back in and I love every second of it and it shows why it is a GOTY contender in every chance it gets as this has some of the most fun you will every experience in a open world game to date (breath of the wild also counts) and a story so go I wanted to 100% it just for that reason alone. It is easy to see why so many love this game (down votes are probably just fanboys) so go and try this game you will not regret it.… Expand
  76. lGameMannl
    Feb 5, 2018
    9
    революционная игра в индустрии,в стиле Far Cry Primal,но гораздо лучше,игра с хорошим сюжетом и геймплеем и просто с красивым открытим миром который SONY редко делает,моя оценка за игру 91/100
  77. network_scroll
    Jun 20, 2018
    9
    Время игры: 63 часа
    Примечание: пройдена полностью, кроме дополнения "The Frozen Wilds"
  78. MikeyMikerson
    Apr 9, 2018
    9
    The last time I was this drawn into a game was Breath of the Wild. This game has an interesting story that makes you want to find out more. The characters are well written and I'm pretty invested in the story. The combat is the best aspect of this game (the way it should be for a game like this). There are many different ways to tackle combat in this game, and you can choose differentThe last time I was this drawn into a game was Breath of the Wild. This game has an interesting story that makes you want to find out more. The characters are well written and I'm pretty invested in the story. The combat is the best aspect of this game (the way it should be for a game like this). There are many different ways to tackle combat in this game, and you can choose different abilities as you level up to help your specific "style". The machine "game" is a fun enemy to tackle, and sometimes genuinely terrifying. There is no shortage of things to do in this game. It is worth picking up.… Expand
  79. NCMAN
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    Um enorme trabalho feito pela equipa da Guerilla, contudo ainda haviam alguns aspectos que poderiam ser melhorado mesmo assim estao de parabéns.
  80. rdx73
    May 23, 2021
    9
    This gest a 9 for two reasons (and neither is visuals, it's not a factor I am very bothered about): first the story is incredible. I like sci-fi. It is a great sci-fi story, but also one that could not really be told well in another medium. Maybe a novel I suppose, but not really ideal for that, this is a perfect game story line.

    Second is the combat. I love the combat because it is so    This gest a 9 for two reasons (and neither is visuals, it's not a factor I am very bothered about): first the story is incredible. I like sci-fi. It is a great sci-fi story, but also one that could not really be told well in another medium. Maybe a novel I suppose, but not really ideal for that, this is a perfect game story line.

    Second is the combat. I love the combat because it is so varied not in a faked way but because you can genuinely use different tactics both on the same enemy, so you could address a Longlegs in more than one way, but also different enemies are better addressed with not necessarily with different weapons (there are three different bows, but I count that as "bow", although there are choices needed in setting them up differently) but in a lot of cases different tactics and the differences make sense with the design of the enemy.

    You even get the difference between a lone, powerful enemy that can be a slog (and you're trying to damage components to reduce its fighting effectiveness while damaging it, hiding and setting it on fire/freezing it/electrically stunning it) and multiple tough enemies where the best tactic is to corrupt or override some, so they fight each other. Except that you can't do that if they are all corrupted, so you need then to fight multiple enemies. Therein is a variety much greater than the number of machines would suggest. Then there are people, and multiple ways of killing them in small or large groups.

    No enemy ever feels trivial. Even watchers can hit your health significantly if you're focusing on something else and they hit you with a jump attack late in the game.

    The best thing about the combat, though, is the balance. I am just starting to play games on "hard", and this has two settings above and I think three below this, but when I fail on an enemy I don't feel it is an impossible slog like some games and have to reduce difficulty, I just change tactics. Only once did I even look up the tactics on line (first fully-functioning corrupted deathbringer, with humans to pester Aloy as she fights it), it's just that you have a lot of choices available.    … Expand
  81. Ramzaonline
    Mar 27, 2017
    8
    After 40 hours of game I must say that in general it is a very good game, it is not 10, but the gameplay is good and hunting big new machines presents a challenge, maybe they could work more in the tree of abilities, but It definitely sets for something great.
  82. JyroJyro
    Dec 22, 2017
    8
    An intriguingly melancholy centre plot is what will drive you to complete Horizon: Zero Dawn, as the combat system is somewhat a novelty that eventually wears off. Incredible graphics though, and the voice acting is superb.
  83. jbakes25
    May 15, 2017
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn has some of the most enjoyable combat I have ever played. Fights with the machines are very rewarding and it leaves me looking for more to fight. There are many different ways to approach machines and different tools to use to beat them, and each one fits a certain play style. The story is original and has a lot of intense moments that wrap Aloy into a world that holdsHorizon Zero Dawn has some of the most enjoyable combat I have ever played. Fights with the machines are very rewarding and it leaves me looking for more to fight. There are many different ways to approach machines and different tools to use to beat them, and each one fits a certain play style. The story is original and has a lot of intense moments that wrap Aloy into a world that holds many secrets. The environments from the tundra area, desert plains, and cauldrons look great and are fun to explore. This game is a must buy for anyone who owns a PS4 or PS4 Pro.… Expand
  84. Batman43
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    The amaizing briliant that forced me to buy PS4. interesting story butifull world. It's just must have game for every gamer. do not belive me just try yourself
  85. Toffepeer
    Apr 11, 2017
    9
    Score 9/10. Gameplay is amazing and the machines, world, story are great. Only if the mid game wasn't threatening me with stopping the game all together

    - Great combat mechanics: In its most basic form there are 3 elements which are electric, fire and ice. With your scanner you can see what the weaknesses are from the enemies and utilize it. It's easy, fluid and it works. If you are    Score 9/10. Gameplay is amazing and the machines, world, story are great. Only if the mid game wasn't threatening me with stopping the game all together

    - Great combat mechanics: In its most basic form there are 3 elements which are electric, fire and ice. With your scanner you can see what the weaknesses are from the enemies and utilize it. It's easy, fluid and it works. If you are getting more into the game you will realize that there are more ways. For example tear arrows can disassemble certain parts of machines, removing the ability to use an attack and even giving you that weapon for massive damage, or even hit a tank and let it explode. Tripcasters can setup traps which is actually handy since you can see the enemies walking pattern and ropecasters can knockout a enemy. There are many ways to kill machines/humans and it's fun to figure out the best way.
    - Machines: They deliver some satisfying battles especially the later ones. Those thunderjaws phew.
    - Story: Since makers end you are always wondering where the story is going to bring you. It is a interesting story that lets you want to know more.
    - Graphics & Sound: oh damn it looks great on my normal PS4, probably one of the prettiest games I have seen. The soundtrack is nice in a world like this.
    - Extra stuff to do: While I feel like most errands and side missions were a bit overkill, not interesting. There are a few exceptions though. For example the lodge mission and in the end redmaw was a nice side quest. The rest is nice. I in particular love the cauldrons and what you get from it is a nice surprise. Getting on tallnecks, doing hunter challenges (they were pretty easy though in my opinion). Corrupted zones could be a challenge. The bandit camps were laughable easy.

    So it is a great game however It feels like there are some flaws.
    - Just like every open world game after receiving the platinum there isn't anything else to do. This is pretty neglectable though since to receive the platinum you had to do most of the extra's in the game.
    - Cringe worthy conversations. While it isn't as bad as mass effect Andromeda, it's not like I cared for what they were saying and it like if a robot talked to another robot.
    - The boring mid game (before meridian) After the proving and before entering meridian there is a part in nora land which was flat out boring. Easily exploitable machines which gave almost no challenge was the killer for me. Also the nora weren't interesting for me. When you got to meridian and unlocked all machines and unlocked that whole desert part, shadow carja etc.. It became much better.    … Expand
  86. VozAlta
    Dec 8, 2017
    9
    Horizon: Zero Dawn. I'm so impressed by it's excellent writing, visuals and vibrant living world. Its world is inspiring, as far as I've known we've never had a hunting game like this before, and we've never experienced matriarchy or experienced truly strong female leads and support characters like this, we've never had such a blend array of believable characters either. It's much thanksHorizon: Zero Dawn. I'm so impressed by it's excellent writing, visuals and vibrant living world. Its world is inspiring, as far as I've known we've never had a hunting game like this before, and we've never experienced matriarchy or experienced truly strong female leads and support characters like this, we've never had such a blend array of believable characters either. It's much thanks to the writing, the voice-over and all the hard work that must've gone into modelling and animating. It's just staggering.
    It feels great to play, the "wildlife" always keeps you on your toes, and it's genuinely fun to encounter and decide how you'd want to approach the machines or the enemies. And time after time you'd think 'What a great game this is' and you don't really want it to end.    … Expand
  87. Litten22
    Oct 1, 2017
    10
    There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said to sing the praises of this game. I can say, though, that even if you're on the fence like I was, you owe to it yourself to at least give this game a try.

    I'm kind of picky when it comes to which games I spend my time with, and it often takes me months or even years to play franchises that people gush over because the settings or    There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said to sing the praises of this game. I can say, though, that even if you're on the fence like I was, you owe to it yourself to at least give this game a try.

    I'm kind of picky when it comes to which games I spend my time with, and it often takes me months or even years to play franchises that people gush over because the settings or gameplay don't really interest me. Sometimes trying out these popular games pays off, and I find a series I fall in love with (God of War, Bioshock, Mass Effect, The Last of Us), and sometimes I just can't bring myself to enjoy them (Halo, Dark Souls, Metal Gear Solid, Elder Scrolls, Dragon Age). The good games are good enough, though, that they're worth taking chances and having to sift through the games I end up disliking.

    Horizon Zero Dawn was one of the games that I heard great things about, and after 6 months, I finally decided to give it a try. After 35 hours with the game, I can happily say this is one of my favorite games this generation. HZD is a perfect example of why I try games that don't hook me based on my usual interests, because finding a gem like this is worth sorting through 10 or 20 other games that I end up not caring for. If you want a good story and extremely satisfying gameplay, you'll find it here. Do yourself a favor and try it, even if you think it doesn't look like your type of game...you might end up being very surprised.    … Expand
  88. Sheidcraft
    Oct 2, 2017
    10
    I thought that after the Witcher 3, the RPG genre has nowhere to go, another five or ten years. But Horizon stunned me very much. The plot, interesting boevka, Lor, atmosphere and stunning graphics. 10 here and think is not necessary
  89. Skyrider11
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    A great game ps4 owners will not want to miss out on. Horizon takes some inspiration from other open world games but makes such tired concepts these kinds of games are known for and make them feel fresh and new again and most importantly it is extremely fun. I could on on a bit but I should have to go into detail as so many people have sang the praises of this game already and they wereA great game ps4 owners will not want to miss out on. Horizon takes some inspiration from other open world games but makes such tired concepts these kinds of games are known for and make them feel fresh and new again and most importantly it is extremely fun. I could on on a bit but I should have to go into detail as so many people have sang the praises of this game already and they were right for doing so. Buy this game you will not regret it.… Expand
  90. PanTac
    Dec 14, 2017
    9
    I like games with a strong story and this game has it. What I dont like is a lot of side missions, because i play them too and sometimes I forget the main line. This game has a lot of side missions. So I was lost in a story few times. But I recomend this game, because it is very nice piece of work. And if you like open worlds with a lot of quest and interesting enviroment, you have to playI like games with a strong story and this game has it. What I dont like is a lot of side missions, because i play them too and sometimes I forget the main line. This game has a lot of side missions. So I was lost in a story few times. But I recomend this game, because it is very nice piece of work. And if you like open worlds with a lot of quest and interesting enviroment, you have to play this game.… Expand
  91. Spets_Naz
    Jan 5, 2018
    9
    This game is a masterpiece with a few flaws. That's the best way I can describe this. I'm not going to go into too much of the cliché used in some reviews.

    Basically this game is an open world where you can certainly see that it was built in a way, it makes some more linear games fall short. What I mean is, even though it's open world this game nails the way a open world with a great    This game is a masterpiece with a few flaws. That's the best way I can describe this. I'm not going to go into too much of the cliché used in some reviews.

    Basically this game is an open world where you can certainly see that it was built in a way, it makes some more linear games fall short. What I mean is, even though it's open world this game nails the way a open world with a great story should be. You can explore, you will love it, but the story will keep you hooked and even the side quests kinda go side by side with the story. This is nice as you can track everything and do it when you're close to the main quests. For me, it's one of the best open world along with GTA and Zelda. While exploring you'll get into a long side quest for a collectible. This is related to a personal story of a single person. This story is so rewarding to follow not only because of the little story within it but because it makes you want to explore even more.

    The story is awesome, to say the least. Even if you don't understand a bit of AI development it takes a very light approach to the AI complex we are currently walking towards. That's all I'm going to say. I'm not going to spoil it for you as you should go into this game knowing 0 like I did. Forget reading about the story and just play it like you've picked it up from the store without reading zero about story. The story follows a certain path in Horizon so you get a feeling of a linear game where you progress through something, not opening up the whole world at once. This ends up being a very nice decision as opposed to the new trend of open world and trying to be like Elders Scrolls.

    The combat is awesome and I only have one concern. The bow physics are not great. Aside from that you will have lot's of fun as you can approach your enemies in som many ways that you'll have fun exploring different things. By the end of the game, you'll still have multiple ways of getting out of certain situations to keep you hooked.

    Graphics are excellent but you should really just take a look at some screenshots. Facial expressions are cool too.

    People compare this to BotW and all I can say is that this one is better IMHO. But not by that much. I love BotW btw but I'll add some comparisons here. What I think is that combat, the open world concept and story are simply better in Horizon. The combat in Zelda is pretty much the same even with different enemies/weapons/shield surfing/magic and the open world concepts used (and progression within it) are not as refined as in Horizon. The story is also better in Horizon. You can find similarities in the story concept but Horizon is so much better with the mystery and the world built around the world (the lore) that if you're like me, you'll be googling for more details on certain aspects of the lore.

    Hope this review helps you!    … Expand
  92. Dancingmoon11
    Dec 31, 2017
    10
    If uncharted wasn't your thing then this is the reason to own a ps4 as this is one of the best RPG's this generation. The story s done well and the characters are memorable, the combat is so damn fun and the machines themselves are so intriguing to learn about. Honestly the only people who can hate this are trolls and die hard nintendrones who somehow think that this is trying to bestIf uncharted wasn't your thing then this is the reason to own a ps4 as this is one of the best RPG's this generation. The story s done well and the characters are memorable, the combat is so damn fun and the machines themselves are so intriguing to learn about. Honestly the only people who can hate this are trolls and die hard nintendrones who somehow think that this is trying to best breath of the wild despite not having that much in common. ( seriously there is an actual Twitter account dedicated to crying about PlayStation and sucking off Nintendo due to the fact that some people prefer new ip's that try make the open world formula great again to a game from a 30 year old series that everyone and there mum are losing their minds over) (no offence to breath of the wild but come on it's not that great still good though) back to topic play this love it thank the developers later.… Expand
  93. madcritic_
    Mar 17, 2018
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn presents us with a beautiful world full of unforgettable challenges.
  94. turbosnail
    Apr 6, 2017
    8
    Great game in every sense (style, visuals, execution, on-boarding, audio), but does not live entirely up to the hype and does get boring quite fast. The beginning is by far the best, after that it's get repetitive in my opinion.
  95. tamakachi
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    Beautiful game, very well optimized, dynamic combat system and amazing storytelling with a great soundtrack and engaging game mechanics
  96. traffmeister
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Honestly, I love this game. But metacritic review sections are just total garbage. Perfect 10s for no reason and salty 0 scores for no reason... I could see how this might legitimately fall as a 10 for some people, but absolutely no reason to give it a zero except to be edgy and contrary
  97. joaopontesvaz
    May 1, 2017
    9
    Graphics: 9.7 Sound: 9.2 Gameplay: 9.2 Fun/Story: 9.2

    A great game with gorgeous graphics (even better because the open world limitations) with very good level design, textures and frame rate. This new Sony´s IP innovates technically and has a good storytelling. The future is promising.
  98. MiracSpectac
    Dec 17, 2017
    8
    Having no intentions of getting the game prior to a couple weeks before release, I took a chance with Horizon Zero Dawn and ended up falling in love. The game creates a world you can really sink your teeth into with very natural side quests and a wide variety of enemies to encounter. This is very complimentary to the main story, which draws you in with it's mystery and promise of new areasHaving no intentions of getting the game prior to a couple weeks before release, I took a chance with Horizon Zero Dawn and ended up falling in love. The game creates a world you can really sink your teeth into with very natural side quests and a wide variety of enemies to encounter. This is very complimentary to the main story, which draws you in with it's mystery and promise of new areas to explore. My biggest complaint with this aspect is that the places you explore start to feel a little monotonous, but it keeps it fresh enough by the time its campaign ends.… Expand
  99. erfanbasket
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    WHAT SHOULD I SAY. a masterpiece by guerilla games. huge and vast open world full of things to do and an epic story combined with brilliant gameplay. all in one for PS4
  100. Paulo-Lameiras
    Mar 28, 2017
    10
    I was very skeptical. Not only i was never a fan of Killzone, but also, from the vids, HZD looked too much like Ubisoft open world games (schemactic exploration, invisible walls, collectibles, bland story, characters and lore, etc).

    I could not be more wrong! The game is huge, the lore is deep, the story is fantastic, and has some of the most interesting combat i have experienced in a    I was very skeptical. Not only i was never a fan of Killzone, but also, from the vids, HZD looked too much like Ubisoft open world games (schemactic exploration, invisible walls, collectibles, bland story, characters and lore, etc).

    I could not be more wrong! The game is huge, the lore is deep, the story is fantastic, and has some of the most interesting combat i have experienced in a long time. Something i'm particulary loving is the scale and freedom. If you see a mountain, you will certainly find a way to reach the top, even if you are not supposed to be there. Games with this level of seamless freedom are rare. In most open world games you always find a reachable place closed by an invisible wall.

    It does have some flaws. You can not explore most interiors, vendors could have their own stores instead of just standing there, morerandom events in the world would be great, you rarely see NPCs traveling between villages, tallnecks and maps show too much information which, in my opinion, kills the unpredictability of exploration, money is too easy to find/collect, etc. Instead of just look for the typical loot boxes you can find here and there, it would be great to have the ability to unlock doors, steal objects, and if caught by a guard, suffer the consequences.

    Anyway, ffor a new IP and a game of this scale, HZD is simply incredible!    … Expand
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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 115 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 110 out of 115
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 115
  3. Negative: 0 out of 115
  1. Quarter to Three
    May 22, 2017
    60
    The unfortunate fact of Horizon is that most of what it does well, other games have done better, and they did it with a compelling who and where. This is the game you play after you’ve finished The Witcher 3, Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate, and Far Cry: Primal. It is the greatest hits compilation of open-world games. Yeah, sure, you might want to own it, but the real connoisseur has the original albums.
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  2. App Trigger
    Apr 21, 2017
    95
    Horizon Zero Dawn has an unforgettable protagonist, world, story, visuals, soundtrack and gameplay. Due to minor issues with inventory management and quest selection, I cannot call it perfect but I can say it is absolutely worth your time.
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Apr 10, 2017
    75
    There is enough spectacular action to keep you occupied for a couple of weeks, but Horizon is not the hot new killer app for PS4.
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