Horizon Zero Dawn

 PlayStation 4
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12419 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10,195 out of 12419
  2. Mixed: 1,140 out of 12419
  3. Negative: 1,084 out of 12419
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  1. OhboyAkif
    Jul 8, 2019
    10
    Best Game in every aspect from Graphics to Gameplay, from Narrative to environment. Just Gorgeous game.
  2. Tiberium86
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    The best story for a long time. Great gameplay. If you don’t play it, then let go of one of the best gaming adventures in your life.
  3. Luan765
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    Jogo obrigatório pra quem tem um PS4! Excelente história, jogabilidade, som e gráficos. Um dos melhores games da geração.
  4. inmh
    Jul 5, 2019
    9
    Amazing game. I really have to give the game-makers credit for animating Aloy's hair so well: In other games female characters with long hair sometimes end up looking unrealistic or glitchy, but they did an amazing job with hers. The graphics overall are gorgeous.

    The gameplay was fun as well: The enemies are challenging, but not insurmountable, and you get a wide array of weapons to    Amazing game. I really have to give the game-makers credit for animating Aloy's hair so well: In other games female characters with long hair sometimes end up looking unrealistic or glitchy, but they did an amazing job with hers. The graphics overall are gorgeous.

    The gameplay was fun as well: The enemies are challenging, but not insurmountable, and you get a wide array of weapons to work with. I had a really good time wandering around and exploring, especially since the map was so big and diverse and there was so much stuff to do.

    The story was very intriguing, and I enjoyed following it through to the end. Aloy was such a wonderful character as well. My only complaint is that most of the side-characters were a little forgettable, save for a few.

    Really enjoyed this game.    … Expand
  5. ron2812
    Jul 3, 2019
    10
    This game clearly is a 10/10!
    Can't think of a thing to complain about. Great visuals, has a great story, great characters, great soundtrack. Sony nailed it again.
  6. Pedro1998
    Jul 3, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing don't understand why it's metacritic isn't higher but I don't. Matter it's perfect to me hope they make second game or a hole franchise around this game… Expand
  7. Gamzat
    Jun 29, 2019
    10
    Маст хэв игра 12/10. Геймплэй 12/10,история12/10, графон 10/10. Купите игру вообще купите консоль если не купили и эту игру, желательно два экземпляра, ну вам что в падлу?
  8. puganj
    Jun 28, 2019
    9
    What guerrilla games did here with this game, is just stunning, this new IP manage to make you feel like you are indeed part of this well crafted world, the immersion is unbelievable, plus the story is amazing and unexpected. the combat is awesome and the characters are really likeable.
  9. spantazi
    Jun 28, 2019
    9
    Very fun gameplay, great graphics, good story, good scenario. A great game in general.
  10. iameneshamzi94
    Jun 26, 2019
    9
    I loved everything about this game, but why then give it a 9?So the game have everything right, from the graphics to the open world, main protagonist Aloy is one of the best female protagonist in video games ever in my opinion but still game lacks something... Know this, the only games I would give a 10 are : Metal Gear Solid 3 : Snake Eater, GTA San Andreas and Uncharted 2 and 4; whichI loved everything about this game, but why then give it a 9?So the game have everything right, from the graphics to the open world, main protagonist Aloy is one of the best female protagonist in video games ever in my opinion but still game lacks something... Know this, the only games I would give a 10 are : Metal Gear Solid 3 : Snake Eater, GTA San Andreas and Uncharted 2 and 4; which means Horizon Zero Dawn left a big impact on me but it lacked something and I don't know what.
    But besides that it's a MUST PLAY!!!    … Expand
  11. ReviewerMan
    Jun 25, 2019
    8
    Pretty fun but doesn’t recieve a perfect rating because it has a couple flaws like having to save a certain points and reset if you die. Gameplay doesn’t feel repetitive and there’s so many ways you can do things. Don’t have a problem with it very good
  12. JolyFl1g
    Jun 23, 2019
    10
    Nice game dudes, надо что-то писать бл, а я хз чтоаролрпеауколшг чваппппав,.
  13. xAmrxxx
    Jun 22, 2019
    8
    I just beat this game and i totally recommend it. this story is great, gameplay is awesome and it's not super long which is good. Only downside is that the cut-scenes are not really good. Overall though this game is 8/10.
  14. dadudadudaa
    Jun 19, 2019
    10
    Absolutely a masterpiece. I'm not gonna go in depth because there are great resources out there for that but I wanted to throw in some well deserved love.

    It blows my mind that some people have really negative things to say and I guess that's reality but the game feels so good, each enemy is such a satisfying fight and the story gave me goosebumps when I found out how the world came to be.
  15. Kazuyuki
    Jun 19, 2019
    9
    Horizon zero dawn is a awesome game
    A lot of people will Should play it
    Is a, beauty of game
    Horizon have a good history
  16. DuchessSMA
    Jun 16, 2019
    9
    In a year where Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild enabled its players to scale any facade, it's frustrating that a similarly phenomenal, open world game such as this didn't allow for the same. Nonetheless, it was still an incredible experience. Aloy is such a compelling, fully realized character.
  17. Gonzo_camel
    Jun 12, 2019
    10
    I played the complete edition. Really liked it, the combat system is awesome and challenging; the progression and skill system is very interesting and balanced. The narrative and story twists are polished and well though and will keep you engaged until the end. The side quests are interesting and you don't feel like they are just filler, like in other games. The graphics and the open worldI played the complete edition. Really liked it, the combat system is awesome and challenging; the progression and skill system is very interesting and balanced. The narrative and story twists are polished and well though and will keep you engaged until the end. The side quests are interesting and you don't feel like they are just filler, like in other games. The graphics and the open world are beautifully crafted; I had a lot of fun figuring out how to beat all the robots, corrupted zones, bandit camps, tallnecks, cauldrons, there are tons of things to do. And Aloy is a charming protagonist.… Expand
  18. 9Ibn6
    Jun 11, 2019
    3
    The game is boring story not interesting missions are repetitive (go here talk to that kill this come back) filled with sjw conversions.
    Good things are beautiful graphics and the combat system, but the problem is there are no real bosses just a bunch of mini bosses, If you enjoy long boring talks collecting rocks and wood large map with nothing to do this is a game for you.
  19. KratosKong
    Jun 9, 2019
    10
    El mejor videojuego que Guerrilla ha creado jamas. Posee un basto mundo abierto espectacular, un muy buen personaje principal ademas de los secundarios, buenas misiones tanto principales como secundarias y un buen sistema de combate con arco que muchas veces exige su toque estratégico y eso por no hablar de su excelente argumento.
  20. Przemun1304
    Jun 8, 2019
    10
    I don't know excatly, why I was waiting so long to play this beautiful game. Many people said that was boring. Not at all in my opinion. Graphics is amazing, decent story and killing machines was really enjoying.
    Strongly recommended, especially completed edition ! Can't wait for part II
  21. gamecorner
    Jun 6, 2019
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn is an excellent videogame, which every Ps4 owner should have.
  22. Nahna
    May 21, 2019
    1
    Grande decepção. Finalmente coloquei minhas mãos na edição completa mas parei após o jogo principal.

    - A jogabilidade é legal a princípio, mas conforme o tempo passa vai ficando repetitiva e sem graça. - Falando em sem graça, a história é péssima. Sem pé nem cabeça E forçando a barra (além do MEU limite) na onda do feminismo. Veja bem, não tenho problema com personagens femininas fortes,    Grande decepção. Finalmente coloquei minhas mãos na edição completa mas parei após o jogo principal.

    - A jogabilidade é legal a princípio, mas conforme o tempo passa vai ficando repetitiva e sem graça.
    - Falando em sem graça, a história é péssima. Sem pé nem cabeça E forçando a barra (além do MEU limite) na onda do feminismo. Veja bem, não tenho problema com personagens femininas fortes, mas a personagem principal é totalmente desinteressante e forçada.
    - O mapa é grande e tem bastante coisa pra fazer, mas nada diferente do que vai fazer nos primeiros 30 minutos.    … Expand
  23. Lu__Ca
    Jun 2, 2019
    10
    I want to take a moment to thank all those who created this masterpiece, it should be available on any platform !
  24. bulger_paul
    May 27, 2019
    7
    I’m not really sure how to rate this one. When Horizon Zero Dawn goes balls out on the robot dinosaur action and mayhem with some really intense battles, the game is a sold 9, often a 10, but the entire narrative and all of the world building is done through these massive, clunky exposition dumps, and the dialogue and voice acting can be hilariously bad, so while I was having a great timeI’m not really sure how to rate this one. When Horizon Zero Dawn goes balls out on the robot dinosaur action and mayhem with some really intense battles, the game is a sold 9, often a 10, but the entire narrative and all of the world building is done through these massive, clunky exposition dumps, and the dialogue and voice acting can be hilariously bad, so while I was having a great time when the game was at its strongest, the somewhat decent story is so poorly told I thought a 7 would be fair.… Expand
  25. Allawi22112
    May 26, 2019
    10
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  26. Axiom019
    May 24, 2019
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn is an impressive open world suitable for the backers of the genre.
    The graphics are mesmerising and every now and then I tried the photo mode just for the sake of looking how beautiful the environment is all around.
    In matters of game-play, the style could not be better, with lots of weapons of choice and upgrades and ways to upgrade them, you´ll feel like you are    Horizon Zero Dawn is an impressive open world suitable for the backers of the genre.
    The graphics are mesmerising and every now and then I tried the photo mode just for the sake of looking how beautiful the environment is all around.
    In matters of game-play, the style could not be better, with lots of weapons of choice and upgrades and ways to upgrade them, you´ll feel like you are crafting your own personal weapon.
    One thing I did notice which made me not give this game a 10 was the pace; which I think is amazing in the first hours, turns a little bit repetitive around the 30 th, and not because of the grinding, but mostly because in several missions you have to speak with someone just to be redirected to the other side of the map just to keep going.
    Definitely if you are doubtful about getting the game, i will encourage you to get it, is really a must that every PlayStation owner should play.    … Expand
  27. GiovanniTripoli
    May 23, 2019
    8
    the graphic is amazing but the storyline is boring and the final is predictable,i enjoyed the game play.
  28. Elucidate
    May 22, 2019
    9
    There are so many things this game does well, and I easily no-lifed 50+ hours in it. In fact, I almost felt a bit sad when it was all over. First of all, the story and the in-game world (which is massive) are really original. The main quest-line allows you to find out more and more about who Aloy is and how the world came to be in the state we find it in. The combat is also prettyThere are so many things this game does well, and I easily no-lifed 50+ hours in it. In fact, I almost felt a bit sad when it was all over. First of all, the story and the in-game world (which is massive) are really original. The main quest-line allows you to find out more and more about who Aloy is and how the world came to be in the state we find it in. The combat is also pretty addictive. There's a large number of different machines in the game, with a range of strategies that can be used to fight them. Getting the Frozen Wilds is a must, as it keeps the game challenging at higher levels.

    I also found Aloy to be quite likeable as a player character. Her voice acting is great, especially compared to many of the NPCs.

    On the technical side, the controls are fluid and intuitive, and the visuals/graphics are stunning. Some of the character animations could use some improvement though.

    As I mentioned earlier, HZD isn't perfect. A lot of the dialogue/voice acting needs work, and the climbing/parkour system can be a bit frustrating at times.

    The current user score (8.4) is deflated, probably due to the significant number of Nintendo trolls, many of whom have very obviously never actually played this game (as evidenced by their reviews).    … Expand
  29. The_LizardKing
    May 20, 2019
    10
    Horizon Zero Dawn is a fun and intense game. The story is great and interesting. The beginning of the game isn't as interesting as the endgame but it still is interesting and mysterious. The combat is simple at times but it is intense. The shooting is fun and the spear is almost as good. Sometimes the enemy's can feel repetitive and sometimes they feel like arrow sponges. The good part isHorizon Zero Dawn is a fun and intense game. The story is great and interesting. The beginning of the game isn't as interesting as the endgame but it still is interesting and mysterious. The combat is simple at times but it is intense. The shooting is fun and the spear is almost as good. Sometimes the enemy's can feel repetitive and sometimes they feel like arrow sponges. The good part is that you have to study and learn your enemy to find their weak spots. Overall, the story is good, the combat is fun but sometimes is difficult and repetitive. I still really enjoyed this game and loved exploring through the story. The open world is beautiful but can be boring to explore unless it's for the story.… Expand
  30. gaudencio11
    May 19, 2019
    10
    hey, if you are seeing this review I have something to tell you: its one of the best games i ever play. The best history, best gameplay. And when you finally end everything to do, de missions, the trophies you start longing for the next horizon
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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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Metascore
89

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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