Horizon Zero Dawn

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12419 Ratings

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  1. EpsilonSigmaMu
    Jun 5, 2017
    8
    Horizon: Zero Dawn is not without a couple flaws. The animation can sometimes be a little distracting. As well, certain mechanics could definitely have used some more fleshing out, such as the climbing, stealth and side quests. But where Horizon really succeeds is in it's jaw-dropping visuals and world design, engaging characters and stellar story. You'll want to explore and experienceHorizon: Zero Dawn is not without a couple flaws. The animation can sometimes be a little distracting. As well, certain mechanics could definitely have used some more fleshing out, such as the climbing, stealth and side quests. But where Horizon really succeeds is in it's jaw-dropping visuals and world design, engaging characters and stellar story. You'll want to explore and experience every inch that this game has to offer, and as soon as you're done, you'll be begging for more.… Expand
  2. shod3030
    Jun 5, 2017
    8
    Centuries after the fall of civilization and the rise of predatory machines, a young woman, outcast from her tribe, roams the harsh wilderness to discover what caused the catastrophic apocalypse, and seek the answers to her past.
  3. lordsuarez
    Jun 5, 2017
    10
    Without a doubt one of the best games I have ever played. Horizon has everything you would ever want: stellar graphics, exciting gameplay, an engaging story, satisfying progression, RPG elements, an expansive open world, good voice acting and great customisation. Best of all, it's a very unique and non-repetitive game as you fight different machines over the course of the game. This isWithout a doubt one of the best games I have ever played. Horizon has everything you would ever want: stellar graphics, exciting gameplay, an engaging story, satisfying progression, RPG elements, an expansive open world, good voice acting and great customisation. Best of all, it's a very unique and non-repetitive game as you fight different machines over the course of the game. This is unlike other games such as Far Cry, where you will end up fighting the same enemies from start to finish.… Expand
  4. kitsura
    Jun 4, 2017
    6
    Roll and shoot or sneak and attack aka MGS. Apart from the graphics i don't see how this is GOTY candidate. Game gets repetitive fast.

    Would i replay this or but the DLC? Absolutely not. 0 replay value.
  5. skillzmcfly
    Jun 3, 2017
    10
    I feel like I don't need to point out how great a game this is with all the positive reviews, but then again I had so much fun that I should give a good review.
    Starting off with the negatives though (for those who are skeptical after only positive reports): The early part of the game/tutorial in retrospect feels painstakingly long. You are allowed relative freedom at some point, but    I feel like I don't need to point out how great a game this is with all the positive reviews, but then again I had so much fun that I should give a good review.
    Starting off with the negatives though (for those who are skeptical after only positive reports): The early part of the game/tutorial in retrospect feels painstakingly long. You are allowed relative freedom at some point, but thinking of what I could do later I feel like this should have been shorter. The climbing and running along pre-made jumping paths is somewhat buggy (or at least that is how it felt to me). The game borrows from Uncharted but is not as finely orchestrated in climbing areas. The skill tree (once again to me) was partly useless, you might end up with more skill points than you'd ever need. Even after finishing the thing you still get some, so I hope the DLC/sequel will expand that skill tree to actually support certain play styles. While most quests are fun there are still too many "collect x of a certain item" quests in there for my liking. The good writing could and should have expanded to this part of the game as well.
    Positives: The game is fun, you can always find something new to do (I clocked about 40 hours until I finished) and the fighting of the machines - which I consider the main part of the game - is challenging, fun and you feel like you are actually improving your skills as a hunter.
    In a nut shell: If you liked Shadow of Mordor and you felt like there should be a more complex fighting system, if you liked Uncharted but wished for more freedom and less shooting sections, if you ever wanted to fight giant robot animals: this is your game, worth the money, go buy it and I feel you won't regret your purchase.    … Expand
  6. OldGamer213
    Jun 2, 2017
    9
    Fantastic game, takes fun elements of other games and combines them to create a worthwhile experience. Great graphics, great story and great game play.
  7. namikali
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    I have created an account just to review this game. This is my favourite game EVER, because apart from all the basics from tier 1 games (good graphics, good gameplay, challenging scenarios...) this game does stand out for other less common things.

    The story is absolutely fantastic, developed and intricate. I would read a book about this story. It might be compared to FarCry Saga in    I have created an account just to review this game. This is my favourite game EVER, because apart from all the basics from tier 1 games (good graphics, good gameplay, challenging scenarios...) this game does stand out for other less common things.

    The story is absolutely fantastic, developed and intricate. I would read a book about this story.

    It might be compared to FarCry Saga in some ways, but in this case, killing the "animals", which are machines, that you encounter on your way requires strategy, and you intuitively start applying a specific and distinctive strategy for each machine.

    Weapons are brilliant and provide much funner opportunities to play than classic COD weapons.

    You do want to do all the side content, which for me is rarely the case, but this game is so addictive.

    Finally, I really recommend this game because is the most feminist thing I've ever seen, and in the very good sense. Characters are extremely proportionate in terms of gender and every character could be male or female interchangeable, in the sense that if they created a game with all characters acting and saying the same but being the opposite sex would not be weird at all. i.e.: not girls acting like sluts the whole game and still it is brilliant.    … Expand
  8. AerialR
    Jun 1, 2017
    9
    Great game with a greater plot. As simple as that.
    It has some problems, but hey, it's their first try in this genre. It's innovative in its own way.
    And IMHO is the best PS exclusive ever made.
  9. ClassicLight
    Jun 1, 2017
    10
    Captivating, beautiful, dynamic, and challenging. I am going to lend a friend my PS4, just so that they can experience the amazing game that is Horizon: Zero Dawn. I can't even imagine what this game looks like in 4k... O_o
  10. AmrKassem
    May 31, 2017
    10
    Simply Amazing. It borrows from other games but pushes everything it borrows to perfection. It's more like the evolution of gaming, a true new milestone. A MUST OWN
  11. s3rgioru3las
    May 31, 2017
    10
    After 50 hours with this game, and completing the main story as well as a good portion of all the side quests and collectibles gathering, I can say this journey has been incredible. The story delves deep into my emotions and yet, always manages to shake things up. When I finished the campaign, I found myself in the same state as I was in when I finished Mass Effect 2: Proud of what I hadAfter 50 hours with this game, and completing the main story as well as a good portion of all the side quests and collectibles gathering, I can say this journey has been incredible. The story delves deep into my emotions and yet, always manages to shake things up. When I finished the campaign, I found myself in the same state as I was in when I finished Mass Effect 2: Proud of what I had accomplished, saddened the story has ended, and thirsty for more. The premise of Horizon Zero Dawn is an excellent one. Throughout the whole 50 hours, I was happy to find new data points to read or listen to. The writers found a way to peak my interest into the backstory that is the past of this world. There are many games were I skip the cutscenes or don't pay full attention during them, but I swear I was actually happy to find myself in a cutscene. You can compare the feeling to the Uncharted cutscenes. As far as the technical goes, I was not able to find any real issues besides frame rate drops during intense battles. But those were few and far between. Animations are incredible, and the world, as I'm sure you already know, is visually stunning. I'm a huge Elder Scrolls, Mass Effect, Fallout, Uncharted, Kingdom Hearts fan, and this game, Horizon Zero Dawn, is going down in my history as one of the best games I have ever played. The story is reminiscent of Mass Effect 2, the cutscenes are as good a quality as Uncharted 3/4, the gameplay is like Tomb Raider, but while it seems to have many inspirations, this game, and this journey, is original.… Expand
  12. artfurt
    May 31, 2017
    0
    An ambicious game that fails in delivery a good experience in every single aspect. Its another Guerrilla attempt in to push a game as a "timeless classic" but the game doesn't have what is necessary to this. To sum it up: Is not even close to a Zelda, which is a timeless classic. In fact, is a issue with most of Sony's exclusive: Its mostly driven by the hype of the console blindAn ambicious game that fails in delivery a good experience in every single aspect. Its another Guerrilla attempt in to push a game as a "timeless classic" but the game doesn't have what is necessary to this. To sum it up: Is not even close to a Zelda, which is a timeless classic. In fact, is a issue with most of Sony's exclusive: Its mostly driven by the hype of the console blind fanbase, Like the mediocre Killzone series and Uncharted, which are good games, but nothing more than that. Actually the game doesn't deserve a 0 score, but this score is to balance the average rating which is affected by the perfect score given by the fanbase.… Expand
  13. Av0nart
    May 30, 2017
    8
    So here I am, reviewing Horizon Zero Dawn after i got the platinum trophy on it. I ALWAYS take the platinum trophy before reviewing cuz it means I played the whole game and analyzed every single aspect of it.

    This game is beautiful, awesome graphics mixed with a freaking work of optimization for PS4 (exclusive). Lighting is majestic, textures are majestic, gameplay is awesome and really    So here I am, reviewing Horizon Zero Dawn after i got the platinum trophy on it. I ALWAYS take the platinum trophy before reviewing cuz it means I played the whole game and analyzed every single aspect of it.

    This game is beautiful, awesome graphics mixed with a freaking work of optimization for PS4 (exclusive). Lighting is majestic, textures are majestic, gameplay is awesome and really addicting, story telling is even more interesting. After this...why an 8? It's easy. Horizon Zero Dawn lacks physics, it just lacks every kind of physics beside gravity. It's a pity, U just walk through everything (beside hiding spot I know). Guerrilla did great on hiding this using wind on game that affect the enviroment giving u the sensation of physics. It just cant get through my hard-to-deceive eyes.

    After u end the game u just feel empty, it happened really few time in my videogamer life.
    I am very selective when I buy a videogame as many i am then i have to score something, because I think it is very important and it can help someone willing to spend money for a videogame, we all know how much money is important in modern society, more then ever probably.
    I suggest this game to everyone who got a Ps4/Ps4 Pro.    … Expand
  14. ke3bz
    May 30, 2017
    10
    An ever immersive world with highly-engaging and gripping stories that branch off into countless side narratives that end up being just as good as the main story. Fluid and strong combat that remains tense and fast while maintaining precision and tact. Never once did the game lull and always offered plenty to do but the ability to do as little as desired. Upgrades, skills, gear, loot andAn ever immersive world with highly-engaging and gripping stories that branch off into countless side narratives that end up being just as good as the main story. Fluid and strong combat that remains tense and fast while maintaining precision and tact. Never once did the game lull and always offered plenty to do but the ability to do as little as desired. Upgrades, skills, gear, loot and more made the game always rewarding and never meander.… Expand
  15. Arthainius
    May 28, 2017
    6
    Just an ok game. I almost immediately felt like i was just playing another FAR CRY game. IDK where all the hype for this game came from but it was undeserved. The game does absolutely nothing new. Every mechanic in the game is found in many other games. Even the crafting system is almost identical to far cry series. The story line is not great and the ending is very predictable. TookJust an ok game. I almost immediately felt like i was just playing another FAR CRY game. IDK where all the hype for this game came from but it was undeserved. The game does absolutely nothing new. Every mechanic in the game is found in many other games. Even the crafting system is almost identical to far cry series. The story line is not great and the ending is very predictable. Took about 12 hours to beat the main story with a few side quest. The side quest stories are even worse then the main story so grinding them out was out of the question for me. Good graphics.... that's the only thing the game did well.… Expand
  16. artificeprime
    May 28, 2017
    9
    An excellent game that boarders on being a masterpiece. There are a lot of things that Horzion does very well. The story is inventive and unique. The visuals are stunningly detailed. The characters are sincerely depicted and reasonably fleshed out. It doesn't really do anything badly although there are a number of areas where it falls a bit short and for me that is what narrowly preventsAn excellent game that boarders on being a masterpiece. There are a lot of things that Horzion does very well. The story is inventive and unique. The visuals are stunningly detailed. The characters are sincerely depicted and reasonably fleshed out. It doesn't really do anything badly although there are a number of areas where it falls a bit short and for me that is what narrowly prevents it from reaching masterpiece status.

    Gameplay overall is very good. The combat is excellent. It is challenging but rewarding and the variety of tools available to you offers a wide range of methods for solving problems. Almost every battle feels different and each type of robot requires a different strategy. The game does a really great job of easing you into its combat and allowing you to naturally learn and grow with Alloy. This works to benefit the story as well. There is a large variety of enemies that you encounter and you aren't expected to fight all of them. Some of the enemies you meet can kill you instantly so in many cases you need to use your best judgement to determine when to fight and when to flee, I really hope more games learn from this. My only major problem with the combat is that it requires you to abuse the dodge roll.. Outside of combat gameplay is also solid with pretty simple menus and overall intuitive controls for the most part. Where gameplay suffers a bit is the platforming and general interactivity with the environment. Alloy is an expert climber but unfortunately her climbing ability is limited to very straight forward programmed paths. That level of interactively might have been acceptable 10 years ago but in a post Assassin's Creed world I would expect better more interactive traversal in this type of action game. Alloy has a grappling hook but you can only use it in very specific areas, many modern games do a far better job with similar mechanics. Overall the gameplay is very good but could still be improved in multiple areas. I give it an 8.

    Story/Progression: The story of Horzion is very unique and for the most part very well told. The basic premise is great but what makes it special is that it blends together personal stories with big epic ideas. It is also very well paced, there are several key reveals throughout the plot that gave me a sense of satisfaction and yet made me want to learn more. My only major complaint with the story is that some of the quests felt generic and some of the story telling through the holograms could have been shown in a better way. Overall the main story is great though. I give it a 9.

    The world of Horzion is beautiful and for the most part very well crafted. Each tribe has a unique look and each region has memorable features. The variety of environments ranges from ruined cities, vast jungles, snowy mountains and mechanized dungeons. Almost every area looks great and is full of intricate details. Where it falls short is that some of the ruins eventually become very repetitive. There were also a number of places that I ended up getting stuck just because objects were positioned in an awkward way and the collision between them. Interactivity within the world is decent but could have been better. Overall it's a really good open world but not one of the best.

    Visuals Design is excellent, this is one of the best looking games of this gen. Characters, environments and robots are all expertly crafted. The animations are mostly great. Facial animations are a bit stiff but I would take that over some of the wonky facial animations in many other games this gen. The characters look fairly realistic but still manage to be unique. There are just a few minor visual flaws that prevent it getting a perfect score. The water looks pretty mediocre. Also a lot of the caves are very bland and unappealing. The lighting also goes through dramatic shifts at times that can be jarring. Without a doubt though this is one of the best looking games I have played.

    The characters are quite good. Alloy develops at a very natural pace and is given a backstory that informers her abilities as a fighter and her personality. She feels fairly believable but is also iconic and that is difficult to pull off. Sylens was the highlight for me though, he is a very complex character and his complicated alliance with Alloy is a highlight. There are many other decent characters although I felt a lot of them lacked an individual purpose (the sun king is an example). The villains are decent but could have been better. Ted Faro didn't really fit his role.

    Sound Design is great in pretty much every area. The voice acting is very good especially from the lead characters. The music is also excellent and for the most part well used.. It is just slightly bellow the top tier of gaming soundtracks for me.

    I give Horizon 87%

    Gameplay - 8
    Story - 9
    World - 8
    Characters - 9
    Visual Design - 9
    Sound Design - 9
    Uniqueness/Ideas - 9
    Length/Amount of Content - 9
    Immersion - 9
    X-Factor - 8    … Expand
  17. josei1985
    May 28, 2017
    9
    Receta para Horizon Zero Dawn, un jugador

    Preparamos un motor gráfico que nos permitirá movernos por todo el mapa sin tiempos de carga. Unos gráficos que sacan todo el jugo de la PS4 sin ningún tirón, añadimos un mundo abierto sin bugs y un salpimentamos todo con un modo foto. Mezclamos aparte mecánicas de otras sagas como los cuellilargos al puro estilo Ubisoft, escalada a lo Tomb    Receta para Horizon Zero Dawn, un jugador

    Preparamos un motor gráfico que nos permitirá movernos por todo el mapa sin tiempos de carga. Unos gráficos que sacan todo el jugo de la PS4 sin ningún tirón, añadimos un mundo abierto sin bugs y un salpimentamos todo con un modo foto.

    Mezclamos aparte mecánicas de otras sagas como los cuellilargos al puro estilo Ubisoft, escalada a lo Tomb Raider, etc.

    Añadimos a la cazuela una cantidad aceptable de armas (arcos, trampas, aturdidoras,.. que nos permitirán enfocar como queramos el combate) y atuendos (para el sigilo, contra elementos, para el cuerpo a cuerpo,…) divididos en tres niveles; varias cucharadas de máquinas enemigas, con posibilidad de domar alguna de ellas y de enemigos humanos.

    Sacamos la misión principal, de primera calidad aunque tiene alguna manchita en ciertos puntos por los diálogos y la casi nula toma de decisiones. La rellenamos con un buen contenido secundario marca The Witcher y condimentamos con abundante farmeo a riesgo de parecer excesivo y una pizca de Focus, sucedáneo de la visión de Geralt de Rivia. Introducimos en la cazuela.

    Cocinar todo durante más de 60 horas. Dar vueltas de vez en cuando. Presentamos.

    Un plato delicioso de la cocina tradicional con algunos toques amargos en forma de combate cuerpo a cuerpo donde no podremos fijar objetivo y los siempre presentes coleccionables. Un guiso imprescindible para los amantes de la cocina que debería estar presente en todos los hogares.    … Expand
  18. lawyergamer
    May 26, 2017
    10
    I have been playing video games for 30 years since the original NES and have played nearly every decent single player title. Zero Dawn is the best game I've ever played, beating out other favorites of mine like Bioshock, Fallout, Civilization, Elder Scrolls, The Last of Us, and the Witcher. The gameplay never gets old, the progression and leveling system is very satisfying, the graphicsI have been playing video games for 30 years since the original NES and have played nearly every decent single player title. Zero Dawn is the best game I've ever played, beating out other favorites of mine like Bioshock, Fallout, Civilization, Elder Scrolls, The Last of Us, and the Witcher. The gameplay never gets old, the progression and leveling system is very satisfying, the graphics look better than real life, and the story... oh my god the story! I thought I knew what a fantastic, cohesive story in a video game was before Zero Dawn. I was wrong. I can't give this game high enough praise. Just go play it and see for yourself.… Expand
  19. norse
    May 25, 2017
    10
    This game is literally the best I have ever played.
    The graphics are unparalleled, voice acting and storytelling are better than most great movies I've ever seen. Consequently, I have not been able to put it down.
    I am not exaggerating when I am suggesting that if you don't own a PS4, it's worth buying one just for this game.
  20. Meroleek
    May 25, 2017
    7
    Es muy buen juego con graficos excelentes, mi unica queja es que creo q te llevan mucho de la mano y mas batallas con enemigos mas grandes y agresivos. Claro que lo recomiendo, no duden en jugarlo.
  21. peabuddie
    May 25, 2017
    10
    Giving HZD a 0 is ridiculous. It's beyond ridiculous. I particularly don't get this "pushing of agenda" crap. Sure there are a couple gay characters but the dialogue is so brief and so easy to ignore. It's practically irrelevant. I'm usually sensitive to the cultural agendas that have taken over every single thing in our world but I just didn't see anything all that big a deal in thisGiving HZD a 0 is ridiculous. It's beyond ridiculous. I particularly don't get this "pushing of agenda" crap. Sure there are a couple gay characters but the dialogue is so brief and so easy to ignore. It's practically irrelevant. I'm usually sensitive to the cultural agendas that have taken over every single thing in our world but I just didn't see anything all that big a deal in this game. Nothing like you find in DAI. Beyond that I have never given a 10 to any game. I've been playing video games since 1979, yep that long so I have perspective and there are few games that reach a 10. Many of those that would happened long before Metacritic existed (say LOZ or HL2 would be 10's for their time) To say HZD reaches my internal objective of a 10 is stretching it because innovation should be a part of that score and although there is some it isn't mind blowing. However given the climate of today's gaming HZD is far and away better, more imaginative, sleeker, more entertaining and more exceptional than 99% of all the crap out there. It is fun, it is beautiful, it has good story, it has really fun combat, awesome machines, great AI, fantastic settings, a unique world. It's worth every dang dime I paid for it and I want more of it. Is it perfect? no, it could use a few tweeks here and there, a better map system, a camera tweak, maybe few other little tiny tweaks here and there but overall, it's better than both the new TR's in every way. It blows ME Andromeda out of the water. It's a very solid game with a good vision and a unique, fascinating world. Very, very few games deserve a 0 and the there is no way in hell this game deserves a 0. You have to be really immature to throw 0's at a product of this quality. You don't love the game? Not your cup of tea? That's fine but freaking be objective and rate it according to at least some objective standards. Buy this game, you won't regret it.… Expand
  22. rikard131
    May 24, 2017
    10
    One of best titles especially considering the plot and creativity level of developers . It can entertain wide population of players because it does not detach from reality and timeline within the game pretty much corresponds in terms of years to our technological achievements and probably future technological developments . the game is also inspired by some ongoing real world situationsOne of best titles especially considering the plot and creativity level of developers . It can entertain wide population of players because it does not detach from reality and timeline within the game pretty much corresponds in terms of years to our technological achievements and probably future technological developments . the game is also inspired by some ongoing real world situations (such as topic of "banning full AI for offensive purposes" which is one of actual debates nowdays) and as such serves as warning to mankind in somewhat similar fashion like Terminatior movies did in the 80s. in my eyes it is absolutely a brave and glorious attempt from Guerilla and absolute must have for every ps4 player.… Expand
  23. Bahazbz
    May 24, 2017
    10
    A fully open world game with the all the competence and thrill of a linear blockbuster. Though it does borrow quite a bit from of the popular open world titles, everything it takes it tweaks and enhances to make one of the greatest action RPGs to date. Infinitely polished and almost entirely free of bugs, this is a must plan for any PS4 owner.
  24. Chadpowers
    May 24, 2017
    4
    Graphics: 7/10.
    Not much to say here, pretty good overall. Characters mimics are a joke though and some gfx don't work properly. - 1 point for the absolute joke of a bow animation that the player has to watch throughout the whole game.
    Story: 4/10 Quite original plot and setting. Characters are horrible one dimensional cheesy carricatures though. Main char is ugly as sin and as    Graphics: 7/10.
    Not much to say here, pretty good overall. Characters mimics are a joke though and some gfx don't work properly. - 1 point for the absolute joke of a bow animation that the player has to watch throughout the whole game.

    Story: 4/10
    Quite original plot and setting. Characters are horrible one dimensional cheesy carricatures though. Main char is ugly as sin and as sympathetic as a brick wall. Overall storytelling is rather boring, doesn't really make one excited for more. The end of the game is horribly portrayed and anticlimatic.

    Sound: 5/10.
    Overall forgettable, but at least not horrible.

    Gameplay: 1/10.
    Gameplay is nice in theory. In practice it's a one trick pony with a lot of questionable decisions and 0 replay value as well as 0 incentive to continue playing. Overall gameplay emits the feeling of this game being made for toddlers that have trouble pressing more than 1 button at the same time. Neither challenging nor rewarding and sometimes comically bad in execution.

    Overall 4/10.
    It could have been 5 if the game at least had some eye-candy. But all the characters look so bad, it kinda makes one want to stop playing, despite the great looking environments.
    I feel sorry for the people that put together the great engine and other graphics, since they got paired up with horrible character artists, writers and even worse game designers.    … Expand
  25. SawyerJP
    May 24, 2017
    9
    All the aspects of this game are just perfectly done: the history is interesting, the graphics are spectacular, the playability has any weak point and it's evident that there will be a sequel. The only bad thing is that the game isn't that difficult unless you play it in hard mode.
  26. SYWNK
    May 21, 2017
    10
    Horizon: Zero Dawn is honestly the best game i have ever played. I struggled to even find a negative with the game. I did find one though, how does she no perfect freestyle? I don't understand how anyone could give it a negative review. The gameplay is smooth and fun, the enemies are intelligently designed, the story is engaging and the amount of content will last you weeks. It is a almostHorizon: Zero Dawn is honestly the best game i have ever played. I struggled to even find a negative with the game. I did find one though, how does she no perfect freestyle? I don't understand how anyone could give it a negative review. The gameplay is smooth and fun, the enemies are intelligently designed, the story is engaging and the amount of content will last you weeks. It is a almost perfect game with its only flaw being so minor that it isn't even a real problem.… Expand
  27. ShaMana
    May 21, 2017
    6
    Incredibly over rated game. To be honest when i started playing it i felt its gonna be something different but it very quickly turned out not to be. The game title that comes to mind is Far Cry 3. It feels like a carbon copy of it with just more restricted level design and slightly different world theme. Almost all mechanics are there plus some shared from other games for good measure.Incredibly over rated game. To be honest when i started playing it i felt its gonna be something different but it very quickly turned out not to be. The game title that comes to mind is Far Cry 3. It feels like a carbon copy of it with just more restricted level design and slightly different world theme. Almost all mechanics are there plus some shared from other games for good measure. Dont get me wrong, that is not a completely bad thing. It makes for a perfectly functional game but it doesn't create this exceptional title that all the reviews are raving about. When i played Far Cry 3 the first time i was incredibly impressed by it, no its just another free roamer and this one lacks something for me. And the graphics albeit impressive for the console ... well im not gonna start this topic. So overall not a bad game, but we've all played it many times and that makes it duller on start and thats why probably i wont even finish it, but will try never the less. I do enjoy a mystery now and then. And who knows what moved humanity to revert back to basic tribalism ... that i would like to find out… Expand
  28. Blackstone_296
    May 21, 2017
    10
    Absolutely Phenomenal game!!! Unbelievable!! Who would have thought that Guerrilla games had this in them after the Killzone series? It just goes to show what game developers can achieve when they are given the time and the creative freedom to create something they actually want to do, not just rival their competitors biggest franchise. And then spend that time to really craft, hone andAbsolutely Phenomenal game!!! Unbelievable!! Who would have thought that Guerrilla games had this in them after the Killzone series? It just goes to show what game developers can achieve when they are given the time and the creative freedom to create something they actually want to do, not just rival their competitors biggest franchise. And then spend that time to really craft, hone and perfect it.

    Where do I even begin with this game. Well everyone already knows the graphics, gameplay mechanics, world design and design of the machines is absolutely TOP NOTCH! But where Zero Dawn really shines is in its story. Not only is this one of the best story's ever presented in a video game. its one of the best stories ever told in any entertainment medium!! Its so well paced, With all the information being gradually drip fed throughout the game with plot twists and big reveals at every turn, the immersion in this game is something not very often experienced anywhere else.

    Its also very rare that a sandbox game is this addictive in this day and age. The world just begs to be explored to its very corners. All the side quests, errands and other activities hardly feel like busy work and are soo addictive and fun, And they all matter and can all have effects on the story line and ending.

    Alloy is a great protagonist, and I cant spoil but there are some exceptional side kicks and villans throughout as well.

    Another gratifying feature is the sheer fact that the game makes honest effort to work as many details as possible into the story rather than just resting on the tropes of a sandbox game. For example; Why does Alloy always mutter out loud to herself .. Is it because its a video game and she's trying to give the player hints ? .... Noooope there's a story reason behind it. Why is this smallish landscape such an ethnically diverse place? Because its a video game and it has to be PC... NOOOOOOPE there's a story reason, Or why are the environments so rich in diversity and climate even for a repetitively small space? Because its a videogame and the sandbox cant be repetitive and boring? ,,,, NOOOPE there's a story reason for that too. So on and so forth

    Unfortunately though some of the games imperfections that others have spoken of are true also. Whilst Alloy is a great main character as Sylens, Avaid, Varl, Herries are aswell, there are a few side characters that are a little annoying and there's a fair bit of misplaced voice acting here and there too. For example a large dreaded African looking man with a voice like he's a white computer nerd with Satyriasis... COME ON. And yes the facial animations and lip sinking at times is off and as sort of explained earlier the voice acting is relatively hit and miss. But all the main characters with important roles are generally done pretty well.

    In conclusion I cant give Zero Dawn enough praise. Its minor flaws are hardly gamebreakers and at times only serve to make the game more entertaining. It is easily the game of 2017, Its the best current gen game to come out since The WItcher 3 and it even trumps Uncharted 4 as the best PS4 exclusive thus far... Horizon Zero Dawn is one we will be talking about for years to come.    … Expand
  29. avser
    May 20, 2017
    10
    absolutely fantastic game. Great world, very strong story, very good sidequestes. some unique features included (i don;t want to spoil them). overall the best game i played this year.
  30. SimbaUno
    May 19, 2017
    10
    This is a stunning visual and emotional experience from Guerrilla Games. The layer of story telling is incredible. The world they have built is one that is engaging, brutal, beautiful and mysterious. There is so much going on between the back story of Aloy as an outcast, the war with the Mad Carja King and the destruction of the old ones. Aloy is an intriguing character who you see growThis is a stunning visual and emotional experience from Guerrilla Games. The layer of story telling is incredible. The world they have built is one that is engaging, brutal, beautiful and mysterious. There is so much going on between the back story of Aloy as an outcast, the war with the Mad Carja King and the destruction of the old ones. Aloy is an intriguing character who you see grow as the game goes. I didn't find the dialogue options changed how i played the game much, but i appreciate them being there. Of course all of this means nothing in a game unless the mechanics are there, and are they ever in this game. The combat is fluid, easy to learn, and fun to use. One of the tools you get to help you fight (which i what talk about in detail) set this game apart from others like it. Overall, an extremely engaging, emotional, and enjoyable experience that is a console seller, and a must buy for anyone with a PS4.… Expand
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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
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#1 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2017

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 115 Critic Reviews

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