Horizon Zero Dawn

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8.4

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  1. Nathanial_b
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    To state this game is great is an understatement. Every aspect of this game surprises me from the storyline to the game mechanics. The ideas and creativity it took to create such a unique world is astounding. If I was to ask anything from the game designers and developers is to PLEASE GIVE ME MORE!
  2. marm0lade
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    It is incredibly sad how many people are giving this game negative reviews because they think it "pushes an agenda". I am 25 hours into the game and the main character's sex type has never been highlighted. There is no agenda. This is not a 'feminist" game. It is simply a great game with great characters and a great world.
  3. Captiosus
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    61.5 hours total time played and I have completed everything Horizon: Zero Dawn has to offer all the way down to the platinum trophy. It was a hell of a ride. Horizon is easily a 9 out of 10 game, losing a point only for falling victim to open world collectable content padding (nowhere near as bad as Ubisoft level, however) and some cringey voice acting of minor characters. The story is61.5 hours total time played and I have completed everything Horizon: Zero Dawn has to offer all the way down to the platinum trophy. It was a hell of a ride. Horizon is easily a 9 out of 10 game, losing a point only for falling victim to open world collectable content padding (nowhere near as bad as Ubisoft level, however) and some cringey voice acting of minor characters. The story is well crafted, the characters are believable and relatable, the music and sound effects are top notch, and the combat system is fantastic. Even the collectibles felt woven into the overall tapestry of the game's story. By this I mean finding collectibles expanded the game's world and helped unravel mysteries unlike collectibles in other (read: Ubisoft) games which are often just thrown in scrap only tangentially related to the game's setting (looking at you, Assassin's Creed). I do admit to finding the hunter trials a bit tedious but not overly so.

    Horizon is the rare game where I'm genuinely sad that I have completed it. And yet I am glad, even though it means not coming back to this well designed world until a sequel, that there are no plans to extort players for DLC and no examples of content cut to sell later as DLC. I can only hope any sequel lives up to the bar set by this first game.    … Expand
  4. Memphizo
    Mar 6, 2017
    6
    I regret i bought this on release, to me its not worth 60$.
    The graphics and animations are great, but other then that here is nothing new. Just a regular openworld RPG.
    The skilltree had no depth, which to me was a disappointment. I wanted to choose a build for a my playstyle but all abilities is good for all playstyles, if there are more then one playstyle..? The biggest    I regret i bought this on release, to me its not worth 60$.
    The graphics and animations are great, but other then that here is nothing new. Just a regular openworld RPG.
    The skilltree had no depth, which to me was a disappointment. I wanted to choose a build for a my playstyle but all abilities is good for all playstyles, if there are more then one playstyle..?

    The biggest disappointment was the enemy AI. I remember i saw "gameplay trailers" where robots roamed the world and suddenly some smaller robots where scared away by a gigantic robot. THAT NEVER HAPPENS. The enemy have STATIC spawnpoints/areas where they just stand eating mud....    … Expand
  5. demonicated
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Lets just start this off by saying, the game is visually stunning. I normally veer towards PC gaming, but the Decima graphics engine managed to leave me thoroughly impressed in every aspect - especially for a console. If you want to get a general idea of the game, combine Skyrim, Assassin's Creed, with the cut-scene interaction feel of Mass Effect - and rightfully done.

    The sense of    Lets just start this off by saying, the game is visually stunning. I normally veer towards PC gaming, but the Decima graphics engine managed to leave me thoroughly impressed in every aspect - especially for a console. If you want to get a general idea of the game, combine Skyrim, Assassin's Creed, with the cut-scene interaction feel of Mass Effect - and rightfully done.

    The sense of exporation and finding things is in every corner of the map. The battles can be simple but get very intense. At times, I found myself getting the andrenaline rush I used to get from playing Horde on Gears of War - barely surviving and yelling out loud as I tried to find cover or land shots while fleeing.

    Its also entertaining to just look at. Had no problem co-playing with the girlfriend and switching off to keep the game going. I will admit, there is definitely not a lot of "new" features in this game, but everything was done right. It just feels good to play.

    Highly recommend adding this to your collection and calling in sick to work for a week or two.    … Expand
  6. shelton_adam
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    So far I have really enjoyed this exclusive title (about 10 hours in). The graphics and art of the game remind me of Shadow of the Shadow of the Colossus at times when climbing the Tall Necks and when fighting some of the larger machines. The facial animations seem to have taken the style of L.A. Noire with mapping and emotions, etc. I like the effort, but I feel it was rushed and I see aSo far I have really enjoyed this exclusive title (about 10 hours in). The graphics and art of the game remind me of Shadow of the Shadow of the Colossus at times when climbing the Tall Necks and when fighting some of the larger machines. The facial animations seem to have taken the style of L.A. Noire with mapping and emotions, etc. I like the effort, but I feel it was rushed and I see a lot of glitches in facial animations at times. It's annoying, but not enough to distract you from the rest of the immersive world.

    The story is very fast paced in the beginning, but begins to get a bit murky with the fetch quests and side missions. Sort of like the 23-episode seasons of shows that drag.... I would have liked to have seen fewer of those and have it kept more linear to emphasize on the story it has.

    Overall, this game is worth a play through for most people and think it's pretty deserving of all the solid reviews it has. It's not perfect, but one I will for sure remember playing.    … Expand
  7. LetsGoBucs09
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    This game is a lot of fun, but can get repetitive pretty quickly. I thoroughly enjoyed the first 7-10 hours I put into this game, but became bored. While you can upgrade your bow and there is a skill tree, it becomes monotonous over time. I probably at 15 hours have had my fill with this game. You will not find a game with better graphics on the PS4 at this time. I do have the PS4 Pro, itThis game is a lot of fun, but can get repetitive pretty quickly. I thoroughly enjoyed the first 7-10 hours I put into this game, but became bored. While you can upgrade your bow and there is a skill tree, it becomes monotonous over time. I probably at 15 hours have had my fill with this game. You will not find a game with better graphics on the PS4 at this time. I do have the PS4 Pro, it is stunning. This game deserves an 7.5-8, but is lacking that "hook" element that the great ones have.… Expand
  8. LadyKaro
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    Alright I've been reading the positive and negative reviews here. I am almost entirely a PC gamer but dug out my ps4 to play this game. It seems most negative reviews are Zelda fanboys or Xbox ones. I have no idea why people give this game a bad review and most that do is 'Aloy has no personality, play the new Zelda!!!11' Or they compare it do 'been there done that' and list usually 3Alright I've been reading the positive and negative reviews here. I am almost entirely a PC gamer but dug out my ps4 to play this game. It seems most negative reviews are Zelda fanboys or Xbox ones. I have no idea why people give this game a bad review and most that do is 'Aloy has no personality, play the new Zelda!!!11' Or they compare it do 'been there done that' and list usually 3 different games.
    I would love to give this game a 10 but I ran into a few problems while playing.
    I write this after completion of the main story, of which I'm only 61% done with the game.
    First off I enjoyed the story and the combat I found pretty fun. I personally enjoyed using the bow as most all games are just guns or swords. You can use other weapons by knocking them off enemies and they these weapons are quite powerful though limited clips. To hail this game as 'the best graphics ever' ... well these people clearly haven't ventured into the PC gaming world. For ps4 they are pretty amazing though. I thought the animations were very nice, although the facial animations were good, I've seen even older games do better with it. (Beyond Two souls on ps3 is one I can think of)
    A few complaints from me are:
    -Sometimes while fighting enemies, usually I had problems with the larger machines. They would forget I'm shooting them and just walk off to finish their day. You would even seen the red bubble above their head turn yellow.
    -I constantly found myself getting stuck in weird places. One was inside a crucible in an area I know I shouldn't have been in. After not being able to get back to the main area I walked into a wall and died. Got a little laugh from it though.
    -Also I found myself getting stuck between things and after lots of maneuvering got out
    -I was a bit displeased with the variety of items. Only a few armors and literally 3 different rarities with weapons.
    -And this last one is a little more of annoyance. I felt like the game reverted back to old old games when the final cut-scenes took place it placed her back into her basic outfit. Then switch back to what I was wearing and then back for the other cut-scenes.

    Honestly, all-in-all. Give this game a go. If you have to get it on gamefly, redbox, or borrow it. I'm sure if you would enjoy this game.    … Expand
  9. LZephaniah
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    One of the best games I've played in years. I'm having a great time: the world is beautiful to explore, the combat is satisfying yet challenging, the story/central mystery is interesting and makes me want to keep digging. Even the side-missions are generally in-character (ie more than just "fetch me 10 pelts for no good reason" nonsense).
    Its flaws are minor at best: occasional bugs,    One of the best games I've played in years. I'm having a great time: the world is beautiful to explore, the combat is satisfying yet challenging, the story/central mystery is interesting and makes me want to keep digging. Even the side-missions are generally in-character (ie more than just "fetch me 10 pelts for no good reason" nonsense).
    Its flaws are minor at best: occasional bugs, suspect facial animations... voice acting occasionally dodgy (but, for comparison, it's consistently better than Dishonored 2) and fighting humans is less fun than fighting the robots (but it's as good as Far Cry, if you liked using the bow and stealth in that).
    Overall I'm enjoying the game enough that I happily forgive all the flaws. And, to me, that is a sign that a game has nailed it.    … Expand
  10. elyh
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    A solid 8 everything is very formulaic but the production values are extremely high.
    Graphics are amazing, and the open world is beautiful. Game takes allot from the Witcher 3 but it's much simpler, it takes away some of the complexity that makes some open world games a bit pedantic. Some will disprove this choice saying it "dumbs down" the game but I appreciate the streamlined    A solid 8 everything is very formulaic but the production values are extremely high.
    Graphics are amazing, and the open world is beautiful. Game takes allot from the Witcher 3 but it's much simpler, it takes away some of the complexity that makes some open world games a bit pedantic. Some will disprove this choice saying it "dumbs down" the game but I appreciate the streamlined experience. As a result the game offers a shorter experience than other open world games but the content is really well executed and scripted.

    I don't really care too much about stories in video games but i found the one in Horizon pretty well told.

    Game is very much a "monster hunter" open world game. If you like that type of game you should definitely check it out.    … Expand
  11. JonathanSBE
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    PROS: Best graphics since Uncharted 4, most engaging story and most immersive open world since The Witcher 3, most likeable protagonist and most unique enemys since Doom 4, most variety in an open world action game so far (Just Cause 3, Far Cry Primal etc).

    CONS: A bit unfair battles with extremely aggressive enemy AI, voice acting ranging from good to meh. Not for those who hate    PROS: Best graphics since Uncharted 4, most engaging story and most immersive open world since The Witcher 3, most likeable protagonist and most unique enemys since Doom 4, most variety in an open world action game so far (Just Cause 3, Far Cry Primal etc).

    CONS: A bit unfair battles with extremely aggressive enemy AI, voice acting ranging from good to meh.

    Not for those who hate open world action games, but definetley for those who like such games and want something TRULY fresh and reinvigorating... watch out for Stormbirds.

    8/10    … Expand
  12. Striker850
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is awesome: Unbelievable graphics and sound, very good story and missions (even the secondary ones were great)... Just no words to describe it, the best game in the history of videogames and Im not kidding.
  13. ludos78
    Mar 6, 2017
    6
    I bought this game because i have read so many good reviews. But after having played about 10 hours i am disappointed. The animals are awesome, the story is okish, the graphics are nice. But overall i am not really taken into it.
  14. Vladutz
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    The game's strongest point is the story, i love the way you uncover all the pieces of it and the magnitude of it in the world they created, very chilling. The gameplay is very entertaining and fluid, the only low point of it are the melee attack with the spear, they don't really register i found. Another highlight are the amazing visual style they developed, the high tech animals, theThe game's strongest point is the story, i love the way you uncover all the pieces of it and the magnitude of it in the world they created, very chilling. The gameplay is very entertaining and fluid, the only low point of it are the melee attack with the spear, they don't really register i found. Another highlight are the amazing visual style they developed, the high tech animals, the world of the ancient ones in contrast with the wild tribes that inhabit the world now is very well designed. In short, everyone should play this game.… Expand
  15. Boomshackalacka
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Well what can i say, i gave in and purchased this game the day after i bought my switch. This has kept my sparkly new console vitually unused thats how good this game is. Im about 10 hpurs in and loved every minute of it.
    You must play on the hardest difficuly to make every encounter a nerve jangler. Great story great graphics (playing on a standard ps4) gameplay second to none and sound    Well what can i say, i gave in and purchased this game the day after i bought my switch. This has kept my sparkly new console vitually unused thats how good this game is. Im about 10 hpurs in and loved every minute of it.
    You must play on the hardest difficuly to make every encounter a nerve jangler. Great story great graphics (playing on a standard ps4) gameplay second to none and sound is great too.
    I would give this a 9 but because some people vote it down because its exclusive to ps4 ill give a 10 to even things up.    … Expand
  16. Slogutis
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Great game - Literally having trouble putting it down. Graphic are beautiful game-play near perfect. Really Love the feel of everything. Got to give Guerrilla Games credit. There is flaws yes but 10/10 because it makes up for it.
  17. DSouls_guy
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    As of right now Horizon zero dawn is my GAME OF THE YEAR!!!
    the story so far has been great, and the graphics are the best I've seen to date. the music is epic and the voice acting is spot on. horizon seems really polished, frame rate is great and so I haven't had any issues of any kind (Knock on wood) I really can't write any negatives about Horizon since to me there aren't any to tell.    As of right now Horizon zero dawn is my GAME OF THE YEAR!!!
    the story so far has been great, and the graphics are the best I've seen to date. the music is epic and the voice acting is spot on. horizon seems really polished, frame rate is great and so I haven't had any issues of any kind (Knock on wood) I really can't write any negatives about Horizon since to me there aren't any to tell. so if you are a ps4 or ps4 pro owner do yourself a favor and don't miss out of a blockbuster title that is Horizon zero dawn.    … Expand
  18. Mordor2112
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    Graphics and ambiance are fantastic. The Story is OK, despite a certain lack of originality - which is hard to comprehend since the dystopian scenario with robotic beasts should spawn award winning stuff! The acting part is competent enough to convince you to listen to the extra dialogues (RPG style). Loading times are fast and there's a good number of "quick/manual" saving spots.
    My    Graphics and ambiance are fantastic. The Story is OK, despite a certain lack of originality - which is hard to comprehend since the dystopian scenario with robotic beasts should spawn award winning stuff! The acting part is competent enough to convince you to listen to the extra dialogues (RPG style). Loading times are fast and there's a good number of "quick/manual" saving spots.
    My biggest complaint would be the lack of options for camera positioning and the fact the Focus won't disengage after you strike (I died a bunch of times before getting the hang of it).
    I've already spent several hours going thru Side Missions - don't ignore them for they'll bust your inventory and skills faster...
    In short it's an enjoyable game and certainly a PS4 must-have. If you like this open world/combat/exploring genre you'll find similarities to other titles, but this one stands out as one of the best.
    Go for it without fear!    … Expand
  19. sugarias
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Amazing game,great visuals,amazing robot enemies,exhilarating battle full of option,interesting story and ofcourse amazing open world and lore!!!one of the best games i've played on the ps4!!i just cant stop playing!!a must buy title!!!
  20. LumacJax
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    A very good game. I will not put a 10 on this one because there is always something to improve.

    Nice graphic. I'm not a big fan of the light during the dawn or the dusk (light really red and you barely see where you are.) For the gameplay, it's hard to make something new! I had the feeling to play witcher 3 (Aloy is agiler than Gerald however). Combats can be a little bit repetitive,    A very good game. I will not put a 10 on this one because there is always something to improve.

    Nice graphic. I'm not a big fan of the light during the dawn or the dusk (light really red and you barely see where you are.)
    For the gameplay, it's hard to make something new! I had the feeling to play witcher 3 (Aloy is agiler than Gerald however). Combats can be a little bit repetitive, but that is going to depend on how you want to play.

    Storyline: I'm not far enough in the game to be sure about the ending, but after few hours playing, I have a strong idea (maybe I will be surprised)

    At the end, I have a good feeling for this game. It's a mix (for my point of view) between Witcher 3 and shadow of Mordor.    … Expand
  21. stiglitzz
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This is the truth - a unique case, when in fact, the copy of the most popular game mechanics all gathered together, and it is capable to surprise and bring an unreal amount of new gaming experience while playing, I Do not know how it works, but it works! like magic .. in the last 7 years, I'm truly into something new.

    PS , Some of the negative reviews, it is clear that the players,    This is the truth - a unique case, when in fact, the copy of the most popular game mechanics all gathered together, and it is capable to surprise and bring an unreal amount of new gaming experience while playing, I Do not know how it works, but it works! like magic .. in the last 7 years, I'm truly into something new.

    PS ,
    Some of the negative reviews, it is clear that the players, just boring to play it, because Fighting - dull.
    People... keep at least some sign - the presence of a brain and do not be lazy in the game settings, set the difficulty level to - high or very high (if you are an avid fan of Dark Souls, etc ..)

    The game is not without drawbacks, like some characters to see a more elaborate animations, but, against the background of the game prospects - such disadvantages simply fade.

    Why not 9/10? therefore, that over the past 7 years, I finally get a new gaming experience. Which I did not bring - not a Witcher, not Skyrim, etc.    … Expand
  22. The-Jawbreaker-
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    so far over 400 negative reviews? this is why you shouldnt really rely on reading user reviews. How can you even rate this game with a "0"? Yes, its not perfect, but some of the negative reviews are just plain stupid. People dont like a single aspect and they are just giving the game a "red" review.

    For me, the game is a 8 or even 9, but I will compensate it with 10, just because of the    so far over 400 negative reviews? this is why you shouldnt really rely on reading user reviews. How can you even rate this game with a "0"? Yes, its not perfect, but some of the negative reviews are just plain stupid. People dont like a single aspect and they are just giving the game a "red" review.

    For me, the game is a 8 or even 9, but I will compensate it with 10, just because of the undeserved hate the HZD receives.    … Expand
  23. Agarwel
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Im really surprised the average score is around 80. (maybe the people who vote after completing the game did not voted yet?). This game is probably best game of this generation yet (Im just not sure if Wither 3 is better or if it was beaten. It is really close call).

    The story is great. Dont expect Ubi-style game. Horizon is primary focused on the story. Forget copy pasted activities,    Im really surprised the average score is around 80. (maybe the people who vote after completing the game did not voted yet?). This game is probably best game of this generation yet (Im just not sure if Wither 3 is better or if it was beaten. It is really close call).

    The story is great. Dont expect Ubi-style game. Horizon is primary focused on the story. Forget copy pasted activities, searching for hundrets of treassure boxes or participating in boring fetch quests. This game feeling is similar to Withcer 3 or Mass Effect 1. Every mission counts, eveyr main mission moves the story forward, every side mission is small story with cutscenes and dialogues in some interesting dedicated location. If you like story games, but you dont like being slown down but grinding bs that is there just to prolong game time, this is a game for you.
    Other reason why the story is so interesting is completelly new world and lore. This is not another zombie / ww2 / dragons / aliens game. This is completelly new unseen world and it is joy to explore it and its history from scratch. The game makes sure you get all the answers in a satisfying matter.

    The other great part is a combat. The game is not so much about healthbars (shooting randomly does a litle damage). But you need to focus on the weak spots. Each with different effect, when destroyed. (you can disable certain attacks, tear the armor to uncover weak spots, damage energy cell to cause explotions,...). Each enemy is different. Witch different weak parts and different attacks and AI. It is really satisfying to tear them apart piece by piece watching as they go weaker. Even the common fights with some of the bigger enemies are more fun and chanllenging than most of the boss fights in other games. (I really wish Dark Souls or Bloodborne bosses offered this kind of interactivity). Because of this combat system the enemies are really powerfull, but still not a boring bulletsponges. They are bulletsponges anly if you fight the wrong way. But if you make a good strategy, you can take them down easily.

    Another great aspect is the game world and map. It is no so big as Just cause or Witcher 3 map. But it is still pretty big. The main advantage is that it is packed with interesting and unique areas. You will not encounter miring miles of flat plains here. Every place looks beutifull and you can be getting beautifull wallpaper images every minute :-D It is real pelassure to explore the map, vilalges, mountains, etc.

    All in all this is great experience.    … Expand
  24. Eloyjf
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    This is a really nice game for the PS4!
    Horizon Zero Dawn did well in demonstrating an immense expansive world replete with lives and machines.
    Although there are NPCs that do not express themselves well in times of dialogue and secondary missions are a little discouraging, this does not end with all the incredible experience that the game brings. Graphics-10 History-9.0    This is a really nice game for the PS4!
    Horizon Zero Dawn did well in demonstrating an immense expansive world replete with lives and machines.
    Although there are NPCs that do not express themselves well in times of dialogue and secondary missions are a little discouraging, this does not end with all the incredible experience that the game brings.

    Graphics-10
    History-9.0
    Gameplay-8.9
    Soundtracks-9.0

    -Note-9.0    … Expand
  25. Frayta
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    Horizon: Zero Dawn is first and foremost a narrative title. It's open world is a canvas to paint its various characters and story arcs held within. While there are collectibles and a few side tasks they should not be at the forefront of your concern when considering this game.

    Aloy is a great example of exactly how to make a female lead right. Her sex is not the forefront of her    Horizon: Zero Dawn is first and foremost a narrative title. It's open world is a canvas to paint its various characters and story arcs held within. While there are collectibles and a few side tasks they should not be at the forefront of your concern when considering this game.

    Aloy is a great example of exactly how to make a female lead right. Her sex is not the forefront of her character, but a small influence behind her culture, and upbringing. Simply put, she is a strong, mostly self assured woman who can stand on her own and doesn't feel the need to scream about it.

    I immensely enjoyed this titles story, and most of its game play elements. How combat works remains quite constant throughout the game, and the new tools of how you approach it are acquired early on. What presents challenges are the increasingly more complex and dangerous machines you will combat, with a total of 25 units in the game, (Though a few are nearly identical save a cosmetic or elemental difference.) Combat difficulty will depend on your skill and gear. While I don't think it's impossible to take out some of the most difficult enemies without certain ammo types- it will feel like a brick wall without them. That only adheres to how long your battles would take, staying alive is a matter of skill, timing and preparation.

    As stated before the story is the star, and this goes the same for side quests and errands. Mechanically, they all encompass much of the same elements. Aloy is asked for help, Aloy uses her special tool to guide her to the solution, Aloy combats an enemy force and then reaches its conclusion after a chain of these events. The stories behind these side quests are a redeeming factor, but gameplay wise I feel it could have done with more variety.

    The dependency on her tool in these and main quests is my main issue with this game. While the narrative of it allowing her to interact with the world in ways others around her cannot is understandable, there are certain points where this simply wasn't needed. Tracking an NPC *Always* involves using this device, and that's where it feels the most tedious.

    In my play through I experienced only 1 crash after a fast travel and barely a handful of graphical glitches that the game fixed after a few moments for me to look and laugh at it. For how impressive a beast of this is even on a regular PS4, it runs very very well.

    Overall I will say that this game is worthy of its console exclusivity status and is sure to be a proud poster child for this generation of Playstation.    … Expand
  26. Brandondwn
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    This game is fantastic! It's gorgeous, great engine, voice acting, no bugs. Good launch. Finally a game where the map is as big as Skyrim and has the random encounters I've missed from that game. I even bumped into other tribes people fighting the robots. A lot of life, good story, pulls you in with every bit of info you get to keep playing. Iv'e seen it compared to a few games but thisThis game is fantastic! It's gorgeous, great engine, voice acting, no bugs. Good launch. Finally a game where the map is as big as Skyrim and has the random encounters I've missed from that game. I even bumped into other tribes people fighting the robots. A lot of life, good story, pulls you in with every bit of info you get to keep playing. Iv'e seen it compared to a few games but this games does what they didn't and better. The opening was fantastic, heartwarming, the characters and their interactions together pulled me in real hard and i knew i was onto a great game. Last, but not least.. holy cow these bots.. a challenge all of them to a point and they just look cool! add to the mystery and you can even tame them once you have certain things complete. Very awesome watching a Saber tooth tiger bot robot crush your enemies haha.

    Places that i feel like some improvement could lie, Perk tree isn't the best, a lot of things on it should already be known given Aloy's background.. A huge missed opportunity for co-op, 2-4 taking on these beasts would've been great and very Monster Hunter like(but on a console people play for once). A little more variety in the side quests would've been nice, but most games side quests get very stale and few are memorable in any large open world setting. (looking at you Witcher 3 with your detective Geralt stuff) So, if you're thinking about it, pull the trigger. Its worth it.    … Expand
  27. ME123
    Mar 6, 2017
    0
    Overyhyped. Don't believe the hype machine.

    The story is written by 10 years old. It's not worth anyone time. Most of the characters are flat one dimensional beings esp the main character.
  28. Bollywongaloid
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    A lot lot better than I thought it would be. I thought I was done with open-world games but this one just does so many things right and even improves on certain aspects of the Witcher 3. The combat just never gets old... it always feels exhilarating, the graphics are gorgeous, the story and setting is compelling, and just the overall design is amazing.

    There are a few negatives but I    A lot lot better than I thought it would be. I thought I was done with open-world games but this one just does so many things right and even improves on certain aspects of the Witcher 3. The combat just never gets old... it always feels exhilarating, the graphics are gorgeous, the story and setting is compelling, and just the overall design is amazing.

    There are a few negatives but I do have to scrape the barrel for them... facial animationss seem a little off and inventory management is good enough but only just, and I found a few side quests seem to be a bit rote and dull. Aside from that, there's not a lot wrong with this game... you can tell guerilla games knew they had to pull out all stops and they delivered.    … Expand
  29. Nastasia
    Mar 6, 2017
    6
    On the plus side: a beautiful picture, post-apocalyptic world, the ability to kill enemies silently.
    Of the minuses: the monotony of side quests, some mechanical creatures attack when you're just sneaking by, sometimes in dialogues Aloy says things that I would not talk if I could choose, there is no way to say no to the quest.
  30. cloudperfectly
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    Honestly, its a good game, but not special. Great graphics, nice machines and exciting fighting. But other fields are not very interesting. We can find many shadow of other games. But for this company, its the first open-world game for them. Hope they can improve more in next production. Expecting Horizon: Zero Dawn II
  31. chrisjb1983
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn is a great return to form for RPGs of old. Challenge tasks implemented early into the game really help the player learn their skills/crafts/mechanics. Story early in the game really sets the mood and grabs the players interest. Story starts to taper off a bit, but is still well implemented. That's when the Role Playing elements really start to take over. Proper skillHorizon Zero Dawn is a great return to form for RPGs of old. Challenge tasks implemented early into the game really help the player learn their skills/crafts/mechanics. Story early in the game really sets the mood and grabs the players interest. Story starts to taper off a bit, but is still well implemented. That's when the Role Playing elements really start to take over. Proper skill tree usage and crafting are essential for survival. Must buy for Playstation owners.… Expand
  32. slavalist
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Game Horizon: Zero Dawn has an interesting storyline and intriguing places, although perhaps some moments you seem normal for these games, but I was curious to see to how the world came to this reality, which is shown in the game. So from me, 9/10
  33. Berrlett
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    A brilliant open world, fresh, unused setting combining the future with the past, storytelling in gaming at its best. The design of the machines is excellent, their variety and the variety in fighting each one of them is captivating and could be seen as a new venture into the gaming industry. I haven’t played a game where side quests are as enjoyable as this since The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt,A brilliant open world, fresh, unused setting combining the future with the past, storytelling in gaming at its best. The design of the machines is excellent, their variety and the variety in fighting each one of them is captivating and could be seen as a new venture into the gaming industry. I haven’t played a game where side quests are as enjoyable as this since The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt, Horizon: Zero Dawn provided everything I wanted in a game. Great narrative, brilliant story, wonderful incorporation of RPG, fantastic action with different types of approach as stealth is a great feature but above all taking a spare into a machine’s heart or overriding a strider. Well done.… Expand
  34. narwhalmancer
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This is easily one of the best RPG experiences I've had in a long time. It has every aspect. Polish, great characters, great story, fun combat. It made me want to not put down the controller and I never wanted it to end. Alas, it did end, but only after feeling I'd completely got my moneys worth. As someone whose favorite genre of game is RPGs, there was just nothing here to complain about.
  35. Brok7773
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    В геймплее нет ничего нового и оригинального и он хуже если сравнивать со многими играми.Боёвка дерьмо.Стелс,которого почти нет,тоже дерьмо и выглядит нелепо.От сеттинга с аборигенами тошнит.Это просто кино,а не игра.Не советую тратить деньги только ради сюжета.В геймплее нет ничего нового и оригинального и он хуже если сравнивать со многими играми.Боёвка дерьмо.Стелс,которого почти нет,тоже дерьмо и выглядит нелепо.От сеттинга с аборигенами тошнит.Это просто кино,а не игра.Не советую тратить деньги только ради сюжета.
  36. arijitfrens2006
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Hats of GG and thank you for such an amazing experience.. Totally loved everything about the game. The game looks beautiful and amazing. Total i played for over 30 hours.. Now cant wait to get the Plat trophy. I hope GG plans on making dlcs too...
    Those who haven't played the game please give it a try.. Its an amazing journey and ALOY is the new Playstation Icon.. Ignore troll reviews    Hats of GG and thank you for such an amazing experience.. Totally loved everything about the game. The game looks beautiful and amazing. Total i played for over 30 hours.. Now cant wait to get the Plat trophy. I hope GG plans on making dlcs too...
    Those who haven't played the game please give it a try.. Its an amazing journey and ALOY is the new Playstation Icon.. Ignore troll reviews like i read someone wrote the gfx sucks and stuff.. We all know that's false. Please dont let such idiots spoil your experience...    … Expand
  37. shenypaikun
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    Its bad, like really bad. Combat is bland, Characters are uninteresting, especially alloy. The combat is a **** knock-off of tomb raider (2013). not worth 60
  38. akizaraku
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    I think it is overvalued.
    Graphics are the best, but the content is subtle. I am sorry for the story as well as the ordinary content. It is charming as an open world, but it is a boring game.
  39. tiyo
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    even the old delerict sky scrapers of the past are beautiful to look at. This game is so fun to play and is the perfect game to explore because you are trying to find out why the earth has become this way
  40. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 5, 2017
    7
    I thought that this game was going to be something revolutionary in itself, the game is very ok but it is well done, the horizon is a game with very good graphics but in my opinion the story did not meet my expectations.

    Not a bad game but not a great game 7/10
  41. Valkyrie117
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing. Not only is the base game superb but the amount of fine details really makes you feel immersed. If you call out in the mountains, there is an echo. When it begins to snow, Aloy will comment how it feels on her skin. If you complete a trial the first time with a gold level they have special voice prompts for you. When you dive into the water Aloy will say somethingThis game is amazing. Not only is the base game superb but the amount of fine details really makes you feel immersed. If you call out in the mountains, there is an echo. When it begins to snow, Aloy will comment how it feels on her skin. If you complete a trial the first time with a gold level they have special voice prompts for you. When you dive into the water Aloy will say something about it. Enter that old ruin you visited as a kid, Aloy comments that maybe she could discover more now that she returned as an adult (*also a hint that you can find a power core there!).

    The AI is also amazing, they will surprise you. Jump over trip wires, destroy your cover, predict your movements, knock you from your mount, hide when they are low health etc etc

    Couldn't recommend this game enough!    … Expand
  42. leaveit
    Mar 5, 2017
    6
    THE GOOD:
    - Graphics are pretty impressive for a static-hardware machine; especially compared side-by-side with For Honor, another recent release on the same system, pretty much any metric except for on-screen actors is superior in Horizon.
    - Quests come fairly organically and there isn't much "rummaging around," other than in your inventory, which would otherwise interfere with the pace    THE GOOD:
    - Graphics are pretty impressive for a static-hardware machine; especially compared side-by-side with For Honor, another recent release on the same system, pretty much any metric except for on-screen actors is superior in Horizon.
    - Quests come fairly organically and there isn't much "rummaging around," other than in your inventory, which would otherwise interfere with the pace of the game.
    - The various tribal civilizations are unique and interesting to see and learn about.

    THE BAD:
    - Pretty much every gameplay mechanic has been done at least as well in the past 3-4 years. One migraine-inducing design is that Aloy needs a different satchel for every single item type, and you must craft progressively larger satchels out of irrelevant materials in order to avoid inventory management annoyance. This was done the same way, but slightly less annoyingly, in Far Cry 3-4.

    - The RPG elements feel tacked on, since, like Far Cry 3-4, they mostly consist of contextual actions you will use a handful of times throughout the game. Perhaps the most noticeable upgrades are the economical ones that will allow you to salvage more resources - and therefore engage in inventory management more often. None of the dialogue choices have any eventual consequence, there is one ending to the game, everyone's character eventually looks the same, and your character's background is entirely handed to you. There is no roleplaying save a pastiche of some "RPGs" from the past few years: dialogue wheels, leveling and experience, quests, etc.

    - If you're outside, the game pretty much boils down to using the extremely easy stealth system to one-hit enemies with your spear that never breaks, or using some traps to where you can nearly one-hit larger enemies. All of these things are accessible regardless of what abilities you choose (the beckoning call, probably the most useful ability in the entire tree, is available instantly). Basically Witcher 3 mixed with Far Cry 3-4 but worse than either.

    - The story is very predictable. Just combine Enslaved: Odyssey to the West with a handful of Bioware cliches and you've about had it. The characters are extremely generic, perhaps appropriate for a Nickelodeon cartoon. The main character is obviously inspired by Ygritte from Song of Ice and Fire/Game of Thrones but played like a generic Jennifer Hale Commander Shepard.

    - The lack of risks taken is palpable, with game mechanics borrowed from Assassin's Creed (climbing longnecks = belltowers; focus = eagle vision, etc.), Far Cry 2-4 (collecting crafting materials for increasing carrying capacity and items, clearing out bandit camps, hunting animals for materials you shouldn't need, stealth executions from plain sight of the exact same variety: from cover, from below, from above, heavy execution, throwing rocks to asininely backstab 3 enemies in a row without them noticing somehow), Witcher 1-3 (setting traps to lure larger enemies into to make up for your inherently pathetically bad damage), and Mass Effect 1-3 (6-option dialogue wheels that ultimately don't affect anything). Basically imagine a successful open-world franchise in the past decade and its features are probably the core mechanics of this game. Here is the list of game mechanics in this game that I have never seen before in a triple-A title:

    None

    - The music is totally forgettable. I can't even remember a single tune. There are games like Mario or Hotline Miami where you can hear the music from across the room years later and know what that was. This is not one of those games.

    CONCLUSION:
    While the game is solid from a technical and - mostly - artistic standpoint, it is being massively overrated by critics. I'm not even a Zelda fan and I can tell the rationale for this game was to give PS4 owners some kind of kitsch Zelda open world game. It does not live up to that expectation. We have just about reached the limit of where character progression mechanics alone will carry the player retention, and now we just need a few games to take some risks to decide what cookie cutter mechanics will be used in the next decade. This is not one of those games, either.    … Expand
  43. Rasz
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    It's a good game, with cool graphics, but something is missing, it's weird. Enjoying, predictable, missing elements to make the game less tiring, let's see if until the end some things improve.
  44. Zammeli
    Mar 5, 2017
    9
    I like the main story, atmosphere in the world is engaging. Some of the game elements are copied directly from Assassins Creed, Witcher and Skyrim, but are implemented very well to the game. Graphics are really beautiful, especially the machines and flora. I like the mechanics that different machines (and different versions) need different tactics to beat.

    Best game since Witcher 3.
  45. frestrok
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Awesome game! It's really next step in game development.But,there's one minus face animation :D,and because of it story telling about presetn not so interesting as past.
  46. jrchoqque
    Mar 5, 2017
    1
    is the poor sistem mision and the fatal control to sink this game in the monotony and the cor imagination, a bad game in a bad game console, sorry for sony butt the copies not good, morre innovation and more creativity
  47. IPintheForest
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Apocasheitstorm tour day 2.
    Once i learned their elemental weakness I finally managed to bring down a pack of Fire Bellow Backs. Those giant bug things are scary powerfull even on normal difficulty. Whoever said the RPG elements were just tacked on this game last minute was wrong, very wrong. I absolutely love the graphics and design of the dungeons in this game. I've only been down one    Apocasheitstorm tour day 2.
    Once i learned their elemental weakness I finally managed to bring down a pack of Fire Bellow Backs. Those giant bug things are scary powerfull even on normal difficulty. Whoever said the RPG elements were just tacked on this game last minute was wrong, very wrong. I absolutely love the graphics and design of the dungeons in this game. I've only been down one of those illuminati bunkers but it was freaking awesome. I really enjoy playing a female protagonist in a non feminist game. They crap all over the matriarchal society showing how its just as terrible if not worse. I like that you can mount not only by pressing triangle but also just jumping straight onto your mount (this is never explained).
    I've encountered two graphics bugs were stuff was floating in mid air (a rock and some yellow climbing bars)
    And there is one story mission "Revenge of the nora" where you will be asked to take out the guy on the right. which will require you to use a certain skill from the skill tree or blow your cover. I hadn't unlocked the skill at that time which caused for an akward moment.    … Expand
  48. Nycore
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing. Beautiful game, the combat is awsome and it has a really cool story, there is nothing more to be say about this game it is a truly wonderful experience.
  49. Xevross
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    The gameplay is amazing, as fighting machines is always fun and challenging. Its incredible to be wondering around a vast open world and to find enemies out in the world that would be good boss fights in other games.

    The best part for me, though, is the story and the lore. I really didn't expect this to be the case. Uncovering the mysteries of the past, find out how the world of the old    The gameplay is amazing, as fighting machines is always fun and challenging. Its incredible to be wondering around a vast open world and to find enemies out in the world that would be good boss fights in other games.

    The best part for me, though, is the story and the lore. I really didn't expect this to be the case. Uncovering the mysteries of the past, find out how the world of the old ones fell and who Aloy really is was a fantastic experience. Every time the game revealed some part of the mystery, it only increased my desire to uncover all of the secrets the game holds. The ending was beautiful, but its not the end and I can't wait to jump back in and finish what I haven't yet done!

    Also I absolutely love Aloy, my favourite moment of hers was "that's not a goddess, that's a door", it had me in pieces!    … Expand
  50. Yaroste
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    Looks like this game just unfinished. Beautiful world, perfectly crafted cyber-dinosaurs, redhead with bow, traps and all stuff. But world is empty, characters flat, storytelling boring. So shame.
  51. kahalo
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    Great graphics. Good music. But the gameplay is repetitve and boring. Hide in bush, trip, shoot. This game needed more variety but alas, it feels very stale. Aloy is also a boring, monotone character.
  52. 1080pony
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Uncharted 4 graphics in an Open World? That's Horizon: Zero Dawn! It has a GREAT story, nearly perfect gameplay and a wonderful atmosphere. If you don't like HZD, you don't like Videogames. > Best PlayStation 4 Exclusive so far!
  53. dd5f44
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Really great game, especially the AI. The AI is really good. Like when you put down a tripwire robots actually jump over them! They are so smart. 10/10 would play again.
  54. de3aass
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    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 game
  55. dede32w
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    For Guerilla to jump into the Open World RPG genre with this much awe-inspiring beauty and for the game to damn near perfect definitely earns them a 10/10 in my book
  56. dede3232323
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    With unique gameplay, magnificent graphics and a brilliant story to tell. It's a world you want to get lost in, a journey you would never forget. From the visuals to the audio, the creative and addictive combat system to the brilliant story
  57. navaga
    Mar 5, 2017
    0
    Me ha parecido aburrido, mano, repetitivo no se o recomiendo no a las ratas. La peor inversión de mi vida. Ojalá pudiera volver al pasado y no coger está basura.
  58. BigMatchu
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game is easily one of the best games ever made on par with witcher 3. It has the best graphics I've ever seen on a ps4 and the gameplay is flawlessly fluid. I'm drawn to the story and falling in love with aloy, who is the main character. I would describe this game as being a gorgeous, perfect mix of far cry primal, Tomb Raider and witcher 3. This is GOTY for me. I advise you to buy this game
  59. estenoriega
    Mar 4, 2017
    0
    Combat is uninspired, the RPG mechanics feel tacked on, the AI is easily exploited especially when coming out of tall grass, and the story is.... well... laughably bad. The animation and acting is simply bizarre to look at, This game its only grafics but the open world its dead.
  60. CesarDX
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Incredibly rich in details and a huge world of mechanical creatures, a history open to change and incredible dialogues with incredible facial expressions, great gameplay of your mechanics and events, I still have a lot to play for platinum!
  61. NerdEnt_Net
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Excerpt from Nerdent 'dot' Net
    Overall Horizon Zero Dawn is an amazing game that I enjoyed and appreciated playing and is a game I will continue to play and continue to enjoy. I recommend this game to anyone that likes exploring, creating they own adventure and trying things in new and different ways.
  62. Chrispy52x2006
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    As of writing I have not completed the game. I am playing on a OG PS4

    Graphics: Are stunning and really blew me away. I'm always stopping and just looking at the world and it's beauty. The detail in the machines is top notch. The weakest part of the graphics is hair - it's a bit off-putting to see the hair not getting the same attention as the rest of the game. But this is so minor.    As of writing I have not completed the game. I am playing on a OG PS4

    Graphics: Are stunning and really blew me away. I'm always stopping and just looking at the world and it's beauty. The detail in the machines is top notch. The weakest part of the graphics is hair - it's a bit off-putting to see the hair not getting the same attention as the rest of the game. But this is so minor.

    Story: Since I haven't completed the game yet, I can say anything about the entire story but based on what I've seen so far, I'm super intrigued about what is going on. I have my theories but I think the developers would have come up with something much better than my stupid ideas. The greatness of the story-development also extends to the side-quests as well. Each one I come across seems to have had a lot of thought put into it.

    Gameplay: I was really unsure of myself when I started. I've never been that good with bow weapons in previous games. Nor was I that good at dodge-mechanics. Both of these will become second nature to you, the player, quickly. Aloy is quick, responsive and powerful. You'll find yourself starting fights with a handful of enemies knowing you're going to be a badass. There are tons of things to find and do throughout the world - it's pretty engaging.

    All-in-all, I find this game to be superb. I see that a lot of people are complaining about various things. None that I've read have really delved into their complaints, and just left it vague. I do understand that everyone has their own personal taste and what I or someone else likes isn't going to be something someone else or I like.

    Personally, I love collecting things. I love exploring all the nooks and crannies for stuff. I love the enemies in this game. I love the main characters and the story is engaging to me.

    I highly recommend this game.    … Expand
  63. muohio
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Surprised that a new IP can have this much good going for it. Been very disappointed by a lot of games this generation, but HZD is so well put together that I keep coming back to it and putting Zelda aside.
  64. Lordziito
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Claramente um dos melhores exclusivos do PlayStation 4! Guerrilha Games está de parabéns!

    Gráficos lindos! Comparáveis ao de Uncharted 4. Jogabilidade perfeita e história sensacional! Além das muitas horas e horas de missões secundárias e principais.
  65. Kayno1
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    A very nice game indeed. The gameplay is very fun, and the world is gorgeous. It's very interesting when you come across a new enemy with different strengths and weaknesses that you have to try and change your way of playing to defeat. The story is also great, but the facial animations and lip syncing can be a bit stiff in certain cutscenes. Overall it is a very enjoyable experience,A very nice game indeed. The gameplay is very fun, and the world is gorgeous. It's very interesting when you come across a new enemy with different strengths and weaknesses that you have to try and change your way of playing to defeat. The story is also great, but the facial animations and lip syncing can be a bit stiff in certain cutscenes. Overall it is a very enjoyable experience, especially when you're battling against a bunch of machines and humans that provide a bit of a challenge.… Expand
  66. Twright96
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    The only bad thing about this game is the amount of dumbass fanboys it has who feel the need to trash a game that they haven't even played. Fans like you turn off other people who may want to try this game.
  67. Diolox
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Loved it. Really. Beautifull, masterpiece. Precioso, engancha, nunca habia comentado aqui, pero he tenido la nevesidad de animar a todo el mundo a que lo compre.
  68. heatonx23
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    9/10 -- Great game, I highly recommend. My early front-runner for GOTY.

    Graphics and story are fantastic. Gameplay, combat, skill tree, etc. seem to bring together the best parts of many games past like The Witcher 3, Tomb Raider, and Skyrim. There are some negative reviews complaining about repetitiveness, but to be honest that tends to be the case for many of the hours spent with all    9/10 -- Great game, I highly recommend. My early front-runner for GOTY.

    Graphics and story are fantastic. Gameplay, combat, skill tree, etc. seem to bring together the best parts of many games past like The Witcher 3, Tomb Raider, and Skyrim. There are some negative reviews complaining about repetitiveness, but to be honest that tends to be the case for many of the hours spent with all of the above games, which all got amazing reviews. HZD doesn't revolutionize the genre, but it's a fresh take that I think was executed very well.

    At a minimum, I don't know how people can rate this game a zero or anything close to it. Maybe due to the hype people were expecting this to instantly become their all-time favorite game only to find it has a couple flaws like everything else. But that's maybe reason to make it a 7 or 8, not a zero. I would ignore those reviews as completely useless and baseless, but everyone is entitled to his/her own opinion. Personally, I think this game delivered on the hype and provides a lot of hours of entertainment.    … Expand
  69. CioxPaniccia
    Mar 4, 2017
    8
    i don't really understand the people who are giving this game a 010 or a 410, this game has a pretty damn good story, a gorgeous open world and stable FPS.Everyone who owns a PS4 have to play this, really, trust an onest italian gamer.
    my score is an 8/10, the close combat could use some work and more sidequests would be nice.
  70. mikehettfield
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Masterpiece! this game suprised me with an emotional level of inmersion I was not expecting at all, the music, the sidequests make sense and they're a lot more that iI can handle, the detail on the figtung animations, the optimazed engine runs perfectlly for me, no bugs yet, and I'm feeling attached to Aloy since i saw her speak, with this i can say tht actually dreams come true.
  71. ondikus
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    This game is beautiful. It's world is vast, dangerous and fully explorable. The story is good. It's The Witcher 3 quality BUT has some plot holes here and there. It has many side quests with interesting stories or just activities that are fun and that you can repeat as long as you have fun. From technical standpoint it looks and runs good. I've seen people complaining about it having awfulThis game is beautiful. It's world is vast, dangerous and fully explorable. The story is good. It's The Witcher 3 quality BUT has some plot holes here and there. It has many side quests with interesting stories or just activities that are fun and that you can repeat as long as you have fun. From technical standpoint it looks and runs good. I've seen people complaining about it having awful FPS because it's a console game. Wake up. Seriously. It runs 30 FPS stable, no hiccups, no micro-stuttering, no random freezing and no frame dropping. The only case of the game dropping below 30 is in the game's main city because of the ammount of NPCs there BUT still manages to get more than 25.… Expand
  72. jmendez
    Mar 4, 2017
    5
    It has so many glitches during the game. It needs to be patched.
    After all, the game it's pretty good. But it needs some fixes. :V
    Well... That's my review. :V
  73. Nox_Arcana
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Como jugador empedernido de los juegos RPG es un placer el poder jugar a una joya como "Horizon Zero Dawn", el juego es un popurrí de muchas mecánicas ya presentes en varios RPG´s. Encarnamos a Alloy en un periplo por un amplio mundo en el cual debemos descubrir el origen de las maquinas y la línea genética de Alloy entre otras cosas. Este juego se convierte en un "must have" del extensoComo jugador empedernido de los juegos RPG es un placer el poder jugar a una joya como "Horizon Zero Dawn", el juego es un popurrí de muchas mecánicas ya presentes en varios RPG´s. Encarnamos a Alloy en un periplo por un amplio mundo en el cual debemos descubrir el origen de las maquinas y la línea genética de Alloy entre otras cosas. Este juego se convierte en un "must have" del extenso catálogo de exclusivos de PS4 y es norma para todo jugón aficionado a los rpg el tenerlo en las estanterías. Goza de unos gráficos asombrosos mezclados con un mundo inmersivo donde la climatología ayuda a generar múltiples sensaciones y de una historia principal que hará las delicias de muchos, la única pega como en casi todo RPG es que las misiones secundarias suelen ser misiones de "recadero". Fallos gráficos menores que serán corregidos en un futuro parche y afectan a una minoría de jugadores. 9/10… Expand
  74. Tazcat2011
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    HZD was not on my radar, but I am glad I got it day one. Horizon combines all the best parts of the Tomb Raider reboots, Far Cry, Assassin's Creed, and Monster Hunter and turns into an incredibly fun game with lots to do and see. The RPG-like skill tree, crafting, looting and weapon upgrades are great. The controls are perfect and combat is fun and intense. I really like the mainHZD was not on my radar, but I am glad I got it day one. Horizon combines all the best parts of the Tomb Raider reboots, Far Cry, Assassin's Creed, and Monster Hunter and turns into an incredibly fun game with lots to do and see. The RPG-like skill tree, crafting, looting and weapon upgrades are great. The controls are perfect and combat is fun and intense. I really like the main character, yes her name is a bit cheesy, but her personality and ass-kicking abilities more than make up for it. I love that Guerrilla gives you options on how to fight: you can be stealthy, set up an ambush with traps, to just charge right in. I can see why Kojima wants to use the Decima game engine for his project. Its your choice. The world is gorgeous and the overall mystery of what happened is intriguing. It keeps me digging around for all the hidden tidbits of backstory. So far HZD is GOTY pick.… Expand
  75. Titanjarvis
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    One of The best games ever. Graphics are great. A huge story line with interesting characters. We got a new Playstation icon. All in all the Better Zelda Botw
  76. GameGuru
    Mar 4, 2017
    4
    The game is a ripoff of Tomb Raider and Turok. It does nothing new. It's nothing special. There is no reason to buy it other than if you have a PS4, you really have nothing of any great value to play. Guerrilla is great at making games look nice, but the games themselves are anything but special. It's the same problem of Naughty Dog, but I digress. If you like Tomb Raider, just buy TombThe game is a ripoff of Tomb Raider and Turok. It does nothing new. It's nothing special. There is no reason to buy it other than if you have a PS4, you really have nothing of any great value to play. Guerrilla is great at making games look nice, but the games themselves are anything but special. It's the same problem of Naughty Dog, but I digress. If you like Tomb Raider, just buy Tomb Raider. Don't bother with this game.… Expand
  77. diablos25222222
    Mar 4, 2017
    3
    Another game hyped up by the lying games media. The game has good graphics but that's about it. The gameplay is a cross between Assasins Creed 3 and Tomb Raider The story is SJW nonsense, all the villains are white males, all the good guys are black males. At this point I recommend getting a 3ds for good games, or maybe just buying future titles from CD Projekt Red, or some foreign titlesAnother game hyped up by the lying games media. The game has good graphics but that's about it. The gameplay is a cross between Assasins Creed 3 and Tomb Raider The story is SJW nonsense, all the villains are white males, all the good guys are black males. At this point I recommend getting a 3ds for good games, or maybe just buying future titles from CD Projekt Red, or some foreign titles from Japan, pretty much the last bastions of sanity and free speech in gaming. Really sucks to see our hobby being **** up by corporations who pander to the useful idiots and Sjw's. Man how far gaming has fallen from Ps1 and Ps2 days when you could see a good game once a month instead of hoping for one a year. It gets a 3 because you can tell the environmental artists put a lot of work into the game, the gameplay itself is copy pasta'ed from other games, the story is SJW tripe and boring as heck. The hype train will carry it through for awhile, the fanboys who wasted 60$ bucks on the hype will defend it for awhile, but in five years no one will remember this game as anything except another **** game.… Expand
  78. samasosuke
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Jogo Fabuloso! Aloy personagem incrivel. Sistema de combate perfeito, OSt maravilhosa é um jogo Goty de 2017. Os gráficos mais incrível do PS4. Sony est´ de parabéns.
  79. JackKasket
    Mar 4, 2017
    7
    Honest and unpaid review here. Firstly, is it worth buying? Yes, unless you have not played Witcher 3 and its DLC's. This is not a bad game by any means, but more like a bootleg version of Legos with the prettiest packaging known to mankind.

    The game looks stunning, that is for sure. However, for an action RPG, the story is remarkably uninspiring. Take, for example, that one NPC could    Honest and unpaid review here. Firstly, is it worth buying? Yes, unless you have not played Witcher 3 and its DLC's. This is not a bad game by any means, but more like a bootleg version of Legos with the prettiest packaging known to mankind.

    The game looks stunning, that is for sure. However, for an action RPG, the story is remarkably uninspiring. Take, for example, that one NPC could have blown the lid open on the whole plot within one hour of game play, but chose instead to say "This is a story for a later time". Jesus.... The writing is just too lazy, with plot holes the size of craters.

    It does not help that the NPCs and dialogues are completely forgettable, and to be honest kind of creepy.

    Combat system is OK, and interesting at first, but gets extremely repetitive later on. This is not alleviated by the low variety of weapons either, where you basically play with four arch type weapons with elemental effect modifiers, but still spend 90% of the time on your basic bow.    … Expand
  80. Heliuptax
    Mar 4, 2017
    0
    Aburrido, repetitivo, no a salido en la resolucion que prometieron, la historia es muy linial y eso de mundo abierto no se donde lo ven por que yo no lo he visto muy claro.
  81. platti
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    eines der besten ps4 spiele die es gibt. wer uncharted gespielt hat wird von horizon der grafikbombe noch mehr fasziniert sein. unbedingt dieses meisterwerk kaufen.
  82. SensualSanta
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Oh wow, this game is being bombed hard by kids with throwaway accounts promoting Zelda. Almost got me thinking not to get this title as the ratings sank so fast..

    I'm glad I did. Zero Dawn pushes PS4 further than any game Ive played before. Beautiful graphics and fitting soundtrack got me hooked from the start. Sure enough the combat mechanics feel a bit clunky after the awesomeness    Oh wow, this game is being bombed hard by kids with throwaway accounts promoting Zelda. Almost got me thinking not to get this title as the ratings sank so fast..

    I'm glad I did. Zero Dawn pushes PS4 further than any game Ive played before. Beautiful graphics and fitting soundtrack got me hooked from the start. Sure enough the combat mechanics feel a bit clunky after the awesomeness that is Nioh but what this title may lack in combat it makes up with a captivating storyline and sense of wonder as you traverse the beautiful landscape with your protagonist.

    If you're a fan of the genre you should definitely get your hands on this gem. Post-apocalyptic world has never been as breathtakingly beautiful as this. Gone are the bazillion shades of gray - this is a fresh take on the subject.    … Expand
  83. FR5DDY
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Por lo que he jugado, puedo decir que tiene un buen sistema de combate, una buena historia, y un mundo interesante. Son las cosas principales que hacen a un mundo abierto un buen mundo abierto. Además es bonito, con un modo foto impresionante. Aloy es un gran personaje, que simplemente con una hora muestra mayor evolución que muchos otros. Tampoco es que sea un 10. Personalmente no hePor lo que he jugado, puedo decir que tiene un buen sistema de combate, una buena historia, y un mundo interesante. Son las cosas principales que hacen a un mundo abierto un buen mundo abierto. Además es bonito, con un modo foto impresionante. Aloy es un gran personaje, que simplemente con una hora muestra mayor evolución que muchos otros. Tampoco es que sea un 10. Personalmente no he tenido caídas de fps en mi versión de PS4, aunque a veces un pelín de popping. Si pudiera, le pondría un 8.5. Pero no puedo. Así que...bueno, lo de arriba.… Expand
  84. Raveren
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    One of the best RPG's I have ever played. Straight out of left field, this game is amazing. The story is fresh, relatable and exciting. It was impossible to stop playing.
  85. Losername
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Absolutely outstanding. Did you like FarCry Primal? Do you like post-apocalyptic sci-fi? If you answered yes to both of these, BUY THIS GAME. It's been quite a while since I found a game SO HARD TO PUT DOWN and I'm loving the BEJEBUS out of it.
  86. pohti
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Farcry and Monster Hunter had a baby and it's called Horizon.
    This game retains the open world roaming, hunting and crafting aspects from Far Cry
    at the same time, it is very satisfying to take down huge machines.
  87. alessagoo
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    una obra de arte, juego hermoso con una historia radiante, increible, los detalles y todas las caracteristicas del juego le hacen probablemente el mejor juego de la historia del mundo
  88. Ghizmo
    Mar 3, 2017
    0
    Honestly, I'd like to say more possitive things about this game but after playing the witcher 3 I think the bar for open world games was set just too high. It feels flat and after the first couple of hours, after controlling our lovely character for half an hour as a little girl, it falls and feels boring. I was excited about this game especially since Sony deserved to have another decent AAA
  89. EESO
    Mar 3, 2017
    0
    YAWN- it feels like another generic open world game that doesn't exactly contribure much. Also, I didn't feel as connected with t he MC as in other games. TBH the hype was just.. too much for what little we got. UHM
  90. mrtrecool7
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Horizon Zero Dawn is one of the best games that has existed in the PlayStation Universe. The main story is very interesting. Experiencing this game for about 8 hours, This is the game I have been hoping for the past year. The graphics, AI, Animations, Combat is very very good. The Prologue is one of the best I've played. I haven't finished this title yet as I seem to get carried away inHorizon Zero Dawn is one of the best games that has existed in the PlayStation Universe. The main story is very interesting. Experiencing this game for about 8 hours, This is the game I have been hoping for the past year. The graphics, AI, Animations, Combat is very very good. The Prologue is one of the best I've played. I haven't finished this title yet as I seem to get carried away in the beautiful world itself. I love the choices we get to make as it makes us more immersed in the game. This is a must for all PlayStation owners who love a great story and a great world to explore in. This is definitely a 10/10 for me.… Expand
  91. Bulldozer
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Simply put, it's one of the best open-world games ever created, never boring, it has evocative premises, technically is outstanding and really delivers in keeping the player engaged and fill its curiosity. There is always room for improvements and always will exist people free to criticize an unassailable game like this, I'd give Horizon Zero Dawn a vote between a 9.5 and 9.8, but sinceSimply put, it's one of the best open-world games ever created, never boring, it has evocative premises, technically is outstanding and really delivers in keeping the player engaged and fill its curiosity. There is always room for improvements and always will exist people free to criticize an unassailable game like this, I'd give Horizon Zero Dawn a vote between a 9.5 and 9.8, but since it's not possible and would be truly unfair to just scale down the vote to a 9.0 I'm giving this gem a full 10 as a nearest neighbour to the vote I've in mind.
    Have a good one folks    … Expand
  92. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Beautiful game, Gorilla Games really out did themselfs. If you own a PS4 and dont own this game your really doing yourself a disfavor. Graphics look amazing, playing on O.G. PS4 on a UHD 4K TV. Probably one of the best looking games "graphically" that I have played. Controls are smooth and fluid and AI is top notch. GG took a note from withcer 3 sidequests and fallowed suit. Story isBeautiful game, Gorilla Games really out did themselfs. If you own a PS4 and dont own this game your really doing yourself a disfavor. Graphics look amazing, playing on O.G. PS4 on a UHD 4K TV. Probably one of the best looking games "graphically" that I have played. Controls are smooth and fluid and AI is top notch. GG took a note from withcer 3 sidequests and fallowed suit. Story is Interesting enough and I am excited to uncover more. Plenty to do in this game. Only thing stopping this game from getting a solid 10 is facial animations are not up to par. Im about 8 hours into the game and cant wait to put in another 50 or more. Also I bought the collectors edition, well worth it, the alloy statue looks great. Playstation is on fire, Sorry xbox fan boys!… Expand
  93. omegamarx
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Simplemente hermoso, tanto la banda sonora como la calidad grafica y la jugabilidad son excelentes. Ademas de todo el juego es entretenido y rapido lo que lo hace mas interesante aun.
  94. Linknlogs227
    Mar 3, 2017
    0
    It just seems as if it is a Far Cry Primal with robot dinosaurs, and does not bring anything new to the table of the already overused open world games genre.
  95. SuperNaiv
    Mar 3, 2017
    2
    What a crappy game with bad humanoid NPC AI and uninteresting and boring dialog. The world is gorgeous and it looks awsome. Its a shame that the rest of the game is a shallow and empty piece of wank! Don't belelive in hype and don't belelive in what all of those so called game reviewers say.
  96. Ryhelia
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Serious lulz @ anyone giving this game anything below a 7. I'm guessing xbox, pc and nintendo fanboys. One person said Aloys voice acting was terrible. She was voiced - literally - by an Emmy award winning actress.

    Anyway, this game is a true masterpiece. Very polished, enaging story, fairly deep combat system. Super cool locations and robots. I just can't get enough. This    Serious lulz @ anyone giving this game anything below a 7. I'm guessing xbox, pc and nintendo fanboys. One person said Aloys voice acting was terrible. She was voiced - literally - by an Emmy award winning actress.

    Anyway, this game is a true masterpiece. Very polished, enaging story, fairly deep combat system. Super cool locations and robots. I just can't get enough.

    This metacritic user review system sucks. You should have to have a verified account linked up with a console serial number or something. I guarantee this game would be a solid 95/100 if you removed all the b*tthurt xbox and nintendo fanboys who are frustrated they can't play Horizon...or Uncharted...or Last of Us...or Bloodborne....or, well, you get it.    … Expand
  97. Seyrens
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Story, really intriguing story.
    Graphic, gorgeous graphics, details, texture, best LOD ever.
    Gameplay, really challenging.
    GameWorld, setting beautiful open world, with lush environment, variety biome & terrains
    Voice, good for Main character but loss sync on 3rd tier character
    Performance, really good & solid even on base console.
  98. Captfish71
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Love the game, lots to do, beautiful graphics, tons of weapons and upgrades. Very Fun! Cant believe 260 + people could have anything to cry about!
  99. kwstas
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    this game combines the beautiful and colorful open map of the witcher 3 , the gameplay of tomb raider with all the bows and the crafting for traps and ammunition , the amazing parkur of the uncharted 4 and the perfect graphics of dragon age inquisition mix them all together to make a marvelous beautiful and super fun open world and pure rpg game with a really interesting story line and itthis game combines the beautiful and colorful open map of the witcher 3 , the gameplay of tomb raider with all the bows and the crafting for traps and ammunition , the amazing parkur of the uncharted 4 and the perfect graphics of dragon age inquisition mix them all together to make a marvelous beautiful and super fun open world and pure rpg game with a really interesting story line and it something entirely new nothing like no other game of the past..… Expand
  100. JonathanDoe
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Great game. The combat with the machines is even better then they showed in the trailers. Never had combat like this before. The story and lore was also better then i expected.

    Exploring this world is a blast.

    The bandit camps where a bit generic but still fun since it was not a big part of the game.
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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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