Horizon Zero Dawn

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12419 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 1,140 out of 12419
  3. Negative: 1,084 out of 12419
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  1. Siegfried_
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Un juegazo. Su historia es digna de una obra maestra, gráficamente excelente con algunos detalles negativos en las conversaciones en dónde se nota un efecto boque muy exagerado en el fondo. El combate contra las máquinas es excelente pero contra humanos no tanto. Siendo honesto la nota sería un 85 pero teniendo en cuenta la comunidad tóxica que viene a ponerle 0s toca equilibrarla
  2. Elboubou
    Sep 9, 2023
    8
    Great graphics, excellent gameplay, solid story. can feel a little bit repetitive
  3. Jayhawk145
    Sep 8, 2023
    7
    The Good:
    - The concept of Giant Robot dinosaurs and a futuristic setting that resembles a prehistoric era is Amazing and gives the game a sense of wonder.
    - The combat for the most part is fun, and the Bow feels amazing to use - The Enviromental Graphics, and the overall preformance of the game and the movement of the dinosaurs looks breathtaking, The Bad- - The story is lackluster    The Good:
    - The concept of Giant Robot dinosaurs and a futuristic setting that resembles a prehistoric era is Amazing and gives the game a sense of wonder.
    - The combat for the most part is fun, and the Bow feels amazing to use
    - The Enviromental Graphics, and the overall preformance of the game and the movement of the dinosaurs looks breathtaking,

    The Bad-
    - The story is lackluster to say the least, the writing and pacing doesn't match the overall tone of this games setting.
    - Aloy is such a shallow, unlikable protagonist, poorly written.
    - The world, while beautiful, and at first fun to explore, becomes very boring and very empty fast.    … Expand
  4. Imperadorzcv
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    HZD is very reminiscent of The Witcher 3, but with future graphics and fluid movement. It does not have the story that The Witcher has nor the soundtrack so good. But it is an excellent game, very well SONY.
  5. ShadowShadex
    Sep 7, 2023
    0
    Very terrible writing, gameplay sucks. If you like watching movies this game is for you as there is more cutscenes then gameplay.
  6. Mikez023
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Una historia increíble, Aloy es el mejor personaje femenino desde Ellie de the last of us. Y uno de los mejores mundos abiertos de la pasada generación.
  7. Nikop23
    Sep 5, 2023
    7
    I really wanted to love this game. It is beautiful. Game runs smoothly. And I do enjoy some of the mechanics. But it is just tedious for me, and it didn't pull me in. I gave up on the game after 14 hours. I am sure for many people it is an amazing experience, but it's just not for me.
  8. Shely
    Sep 5, 2023
    8
    ecause of playing Triple A game, I expected the graphics to be pretty good. I think the game has a very nice graphics and atmosphere. I really liked the voice acting, gameplay and story. As an open world game, you really feel like you are in a living world. Night and day and rain transitions, fights and ruins in environments where you are not, etc. I already said the best thing that can beecause of playing Triple A game, I expected the graphics to be pretty good. I think the game has a very nice graphics and atmosphere. I really liked the voice acting, gameplay and story. As an open world game, you really feel like you are in a living world. Night and day and rain transitions, fights and ruins in environments where you are not, etc. I already said the best thing that can be said about the game at the beginning. As the last sentence, I want to say the same thing again. I played 30 hours to consume the contents of the game, but at the end of the game, I was surprised that it was over. I don’t think any other words are needed…

    For full review: https://medium.com/@shelyshelly20/horizone-zero-dawn-58da866a36    … Expand
  9. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamessss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Horizon: Zero Dawn
  10. DaveM12DIM
    Sep 2, 2023
    7
    An enjoyable enough game, but too many failings for me to give it the 10/10 that a lot of people seem to. Decent combat, and nice variety of enemy robots to attack, but cumbersome consumables system and ridiculous numbers of satchels and goodness knows what. Janky parkour (for that read, unless there were dedicated yellow painted things to grab just randomly jump on rocks). Distinct lackAn enjoyable enough game, but too many failings for me to give it the 10/10 that a lot of people seem to. Decent combat, and nice variety of enemy robots to attack, but cumbersome consumables system and ridiculous numbers of satchels and goodness knows what. Janky parkour (for that read, unless there were dedicated yellow painted things to grab just randomly jump on rocks). Distinct lack of soundtrack as well, I mean there was music, but It was pretty forgettable, and there was no time i felt the score added to a moment in the game.

    Missions mostly consisted of investigate, follow trail, beat enemy, on rinse and repeat. Aloy I found at best dull, and at worst just downright annoying although she did grow on me gradually (a lot of the character acting i found very wooden).

    Biggest issue for me was the cut scenes. There only ever seemed to be about 2 variations on the camera angle, and for a game that depended so much on its story, the single angle, wooden cut scenes got very boring very quickly. I wanted to get into the story, but so many times I found myself just skipping dialogue because it was so tedious.

    That said, it did start to grow on me towards the end. The story, although very predictable, did come together nicely and Aloy gradually became less obnoxious. I'm not sure it grew on me enough to play Forbidden West, unless, that really works on some of the failings of Zero Dawn.    … Expand
  11. PunisherTeam
    Sep 1, 2023
    0
    Original by machines, generic everything else. I'm very bored, I'm very bored
  12. Havoc-M2
    Aug 31, 2023
    5
    Best game and huge game from sony studios thank you PS.....................
  13. andrilitvynchuk
    Aug 23, 2023
    7
    I have mixed emotions. The gameplay is interesting but I feel like in the middle of the game you just are bored with it. The plot is advancing and looks like just "go to ruins and watch holos"
  14. nexus151196
    Aug 20, 2023
    8
    Классная, богатая, красивая и интересная игра. Понимаю, почему игра является систем селлером PS4. Прошёл ее только сейчас и игра все еще прекрасно выглядит и играется(роботы - вау). Сюжет у игры не очень интересный, а вот мир - наоборот, впечатляет. Мир интересно исследовать, особенно гробницы. Огорчает, что персонажи - болванчики.Классная, богатая, красивая и интересная игра. Понимаю, почему игра является систем селлером PS4. Прошёл ее только сейчас и игра все еще прекрасно выглядит и играется(роботы - вау). Сюжет у игры не очень интересный, а вот мир - наоборот, впечатляет. Мир интересно исследовать, особенно гробницы. Огорчает, что персонажи - болванчики.
  15. TrueGaming14460
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What can I say about this game?

    Well only great things,it's story packed alot of punch and emotion,early on you get attached to those around you in the game

    Aloys story is one of redemption ,once an outcast turned hero,the games story is definitely a must play and would recommend to anyone

    Graphically speaking the game is a technical marvel, gorgeous to look at,the fact this was managed on the ps4 is nothing short of incredible

    It has some side activities usually found in games like this,akin to farcry you have tallnecks (outpost towers in farcry) that give you a lay of the land and allow you to open up more of the map

    Collectibles ranging from statues,vantage points,training dummies to destroy

    It's hunting grounds are a test of your skill with various equipment and environmental surroundings

    Definitely worth a 10 score and everyone with a ps4/5 needs to play this game    … Expand
  16. Raizsthorm
    Aug 15, 2023
    5
    I can see why some people liked it since the combat is interesting but neither the story nor the combat sticked with me in a way that I wanted to come back and play more.
  17. Oxymandias
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    The major mechanic of this game is to hunt and take down robot machine animals. However the story line quickly engages you towards solving the mystery and what I absolutely love about it is the range of weapons, outfits and tools that you have available which makes the combat feel very personal.
  18. sideshownate
    Aug 13, 2023
    7
    I hate to say it but I dont really understand the hype for this game. Not to say its bad becuase it is fun with great visuals and soundtrack.
  19. marcusgrey
    Aug 13, 2023
    8
    I didn't feel the emotions of the characters. the characters always showed the same expression when they were scared, sad, crying. I deducted 1 point because of these . The other point I broke is due to the fact that the control of the mounts is not comfortable.
  20. supertransfat
    Aug 12, 2023
    9
    Good game. Melee combat is lacking, but ranged compensates a ton for it. Story isn't bad, but the best part is fighting giant robot dinosaurs. You can shoot individual pieces off of these enemies to disable their weapons and chip them down.
  21. HUNRain
    Aug 12, 2023
    6
    Mostly boring and repetitive game. Most of the time is travel because almost always need to g to the other side of the map fopr quests... About quests-> Get this kill that...Thats all of them...
    It has good fight mechanics, and Aloy is a great character, same as the story and the new world...
  22. OgnistyKamilek
    Aug 6, 2023
    9
    As for some gameplay elements, such as the general weapon and armor systems, the story makes up for everything. When playing this game, you must read all the information we collect as Aloy, and if we do, I promise that everyone will enjoy the game as much as I do. The history and secrets of the new dawn project and its branches are incredibly interesting. Playing this game, we can't waitAs for some gameplay elements, such as the general weapon and armor systems, the story makes up for everything. When playing this game, you must read all the information we collect as Aloy, and if we do, I promise that everyone will enjoy the game as much as I do. The history and secrets of the new dawn project and its branches are incredibly interesting. Playing this game, we can't wait to do the next main missions that will reveal the mystery of the past to us, and yet I was happy to complete the next side missions in it. Amazing game… Expand
  23. Jollyraffy
    Aug 4, 2023
    4
    This game looks amazing at the beginning. General design is good, the world is stunning but it ends here. The gameplay gets boring really fast, I already knew I'd drop this game after a few hours, I lasted for 5 before closing it one last time.
    Characters are boring, gameplay is ripetitive and not excting at all against monsters, while is simply horrible against humans. I tried to give it    This game looks amazing at the beginning. General design is good, the world is stunning but it ends here. The gameplay gets boring really fast, I already knew I'd drop this game after a few hours, I lasted for 5 before closing it one last time.
    Characters are boring, gameplay is ripetitive and not excting at all against monsters, while is simply horrible against humans. I tried to give it time but couldn't even reach level 12.    … Expand
  24. Slatetac
    Aug 3, 2023
    5
    Not bad but gets very repetitive and boring quickly, nice looking game world with a decent story. The gameplay gets old quickly and just doesn't really deliver well.
  25. Kostas_Spirou
    Jul 28, 2023
    8
    One of the most interesting settings I've ever seen in a videogame, tribal humans fighting against robotic dinosaurs in a post apocalyptic world full of danger, this game is gorgeous, from the graphics to the worldbuilding, it's pure eye candy.

    The game may feel a little bit generic and linear at first but when it opens up, it becomes way better. The story is pretty good with some cool    One of the most interesting settings I've ever seen in a videogame, tribal humans fighting against robotic dinosaurs in a post apocalyptic world full of danger, this game is gorgeous, from the graphics to the worldbuilding, it's pure eye candy.

    The game may feel a little bit generic and linear at first but when it opens up, it becomes way better. The story is pretty good with some cool twists later on, I don't think I've ever seen a similar story before, but sadly most of the characters are pretty forgettable.

    The gameplay is smooth and fun, very fast paced combat, using the environment against your enemies and hitting the weak spots feels satisfying. There are also different weapons you unlock as you progress, and a decent variety of enemy types.

    Unfortunately though, the side content didn't really surprise me, most side quests are repetitive fetch quests or glorified stronghold liberations, there's no innovation whatsoever.

    It really is a solid game overall, even with its shortcomings, the unique and fresh setting, the very enjoyable gameplay mechanics, the beautiful Open World and the amount of content definitely make this game a very fascinating experience, not the best of its kind but a pretty good one.

    Final Rating: "Great" ~ 8/10.    … Expand
  26. pooya_oa
    Jul 22, 2023
    5
    For some reason, I could not make chemistry with this game. It did not affect me.
    The game environment is excellent. However, I did not like:
    - On each conversation, you need to interact and choose. After a while it becomes annoying. - Most of the game story is through recorded tracks that you need just to stand and listen. Could be a better cut scene! - Voice acting and cut scenes    For some reason, I could not make chemistry with this game. It did not affect me.
    The game environment is excellent. However, I did not like:
    - On each conversation, you need to interact and choose. After a while it becomes annoying.
    - Most of the game story is through recorded tracks that you need just to stand and listen. Could be a better cut scene!
    - Voice acting and cut scenes were unnatural to me! sometimes even childish!
    - Killing machines and humans becomes boring and repetitive after a while as it demands to repeat the same approach.
    Overall, I know it is a respected game, but it wasn't for me.    … Expand
  27. RTCWFAN
    Jul 21, 2023
    9
    It has great ideas and the world is beautiful. One of the best exclusives in Playstation history. Overall rating: 9.1.
  28. HereYouGoBuddy
    Jul 19, 2023
    6
    Visuals are good and the concept is interesting but the world seems bland. Voice acting is not terrible but feels emotionless.
  29. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  30. gaset04
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    It's impossible to request more. It's perfect in all aspects. The weak point is in some physics.
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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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