Horizon Zero Dawn

 PlayStation 4
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8.4

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  1. Razgrez11
    Jun 20, 2017
    10
    This game is absolutely stunning. It does take moments of patience, which not everyone can handle. If you are only into Call of Duty games where you just go running in shooting up the place, you are gonna have a bad time with this game.

    So if you enjoy free roam with a little stealth and awesome action, this game is for you. Not to mention the graphics are BEAUTIFUL. I haven't found    This game is absolutely stunning. It does take moments of patience, which not everyone can handle. If you are only into Call of Duty games where you just go running in shooting up the place, you are gonna have a bad time with this game.

    So if you enjoy free roam with a little stealth and awesome action, this game is for you. Not to mention the graphics are BEAUTIFUL. I haven't found anything to complain about yet.    … Expand
  2. Tito23
    Jul 26, 2017
    9
    This take from Guerrilla Games of getting out of their comfort zone of the Kill Zone series is astonishing. From sticking with linear FPS to an open world RPG, you would not think this is their first open world game. The rich graphics of utilizing every ounce of the PS4 power is revolutionary. It is well optimized and so beautiful and crisp. I have gotten lost at the different environmentsThis take from Guerrilla Games of getting out of their comfort zone of the Kill Zone series is astonishing. From sticking with linear FPS to an open world RPG, you would not think this is their first open world game. The rich graphics of utilizing every ounce of the PS4 power is revolutionary. It is well optimized and so beautiful and crisp. I have gotten lost at the different environments of this game because it just sinks you in.

    Now for the story. The story is very interesting. It does a great job of making you want to know what happened with the world before the machines revolted and the connection with everything that happens to Aloy. It's definitely intriguing. It isn't bland, and starts a little slow for the first hour but it definitely picks up. With the adventure of constantly finding something new, and how this mystery starts to come together, it is hard to believe why such negative reviews popped up on the user critic board. Then again, probably fanboyism from the Xbox and PC community and just wants to bring the score down.. It isn't the most mesmerizing or dramatic story that sinks you into your feelings but it is definitely a good one and I am looking forward to the DLC.

    Gameplay. Gameplay in this game is where it stands out the most. AI is so intelligent, it makes you have to think on your feet constantly, no matter how high of a level you are. I cannot think of a game that I have played, especially in this generation, that has such an intelligent AI that no matter what enemy you face, you have to be cautious of your actions. The fighting mechanism is absolutely flawless. It isn't repetitive, you can change your styles of fighting anytime, and of course I love the oh s*** moments where I run out of arrows and need to craft as I am getting chased down by a hoard of enemies. The bigger the enemy, the more fun and destructive it gets.

    Side quest. This is where it starts to bring down the score a little bit for me. Side quest are just bland. Feels like I am doing the same thing over and over. Didn't keep me interested with each quest and I am glad this game doesn't make it mandatory for you to do them. Because if that had happened, I would have brought the score down to a 7 easily because of how rushed and no heart at all was felt for the side quest as it was for the story and gameplay. Kind of just like eh we put this in here to just do it sort of thing. So once you complete the story, there is no drive or really anything you like to do afterwards.

    A side note as I come to concluding this review, is about the voice acting and dialogue. It was eh. Not believable. I couldn't see or feel the stress, or love or really any emotion from the characters. It isn't the worse thing in video game history, but I hope for the future installments, I hope they work on this minor thing to make you more attached to the characters and really believe the feelings they are so called having. They have the right story and set up, just needs that extra heart and soul in the acting.

    Overall, this game is a fantastic stepping stone for Guerrilla Games to go forth with new installments and a bigger win for Sony for bringing yet another fantastic exclusive to their line up of games.    … Expand
  3. ZacFry
    Feb 19, 2018
    10
    Horizon Zero Dawn deserves to be placed alongside Mass Effect 2 and Witcher 3 as one of the greatest story-driven RPG's ever created. The graphics, the story, and the score are all top notch, but the greatest surprise is the gameplay. I do not recall a game that was this rewarding to play from a mechanical standpoint, as the game allows you to strategically take down behemoths by methodsHorizon Zero Dawn deserves to be placed alongside Mass Effect 2 and Witcher 3 as one of the greatest story-driven RPG's ever created. The graphics, the story, and the score are all top notch, but the greatest surprise is the gameplay. I do not recall a game that was this rewarding to play from a mechanical standpoint, as the game allows you to strategically take down behemoths by methods of your own choosing. If anything, I just wish it were more challenging. Like the mechanics, the story is intriguing, and heartfelt, keeping the player interested throughout, thanks to great pacing and meaningful side-quests. In a year where seemingly every major gaming studio is trying to convert to an open-world RPG format (with many succeeding), let the record show that Horizon did it the best.… Expand
  4. Gizmo-Guy
    Dec 19, 2017
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn is pretty awesome game with incredible combat system, great physics and intriguing sorytelling. This game dont won any awards but i think this game is one of the best of this generation
  5. lilkillpappy
    Mar 10, 2018
    7
    One of the more over-hyped games I have played in a while. It's kind of a mixed bag. The open world is there just so they can say it's an open world, not because it was good for the game. For the most part the world is empty and boring to explore. The side quests also have no point and aren't worth doing. The main story is good for a video game but the dialogue and voice acting aren'tOne of the more over-hyped games I have played in a while. It's kind of a mixed bag. The open world is there just so they can say it's an open world, not because it was good for the game. For the most part the world is empty and boring to explore. The side quests also have no point and aren't worth doing. The main story is good for a video game but the dialogue and voice acting aren't anything special, and a lot of the dialogue is cringe worthy. The game feels more like it was made for young adults and teens instead of adults, so keep that in mind if you are an adult. The characters look like shiny latex dolls. The draw distance on the open world is so bad that the world looks like a fake plastic model a lot of the time when looking into the distance. It seems like they put a lot of resources into making an open world when it would have been a better game if it was more linear and if they had spent more time on adding depth to the game play, combat, melee combat especially, and the dialogue and voice acting. Over all the game would have been much better if they focused more on quality instead of quantity. I like playing through the main story and the combat felt pretty good, even if melee combat is complete crap. The main point of the game is Aloy, her story and journey to discover the mysteries of the past, and fighting the robots. Other than that the rest is needless filler. I hope they give Guirilla studio more resources to make a more flushed out open world next time, and I hope they get more powerful hardware like PS5 or PC to realize the project completely. It could be amazing.… Expand
  6. Sceptic
    Mar 13, 2017
    8
    I've enjoyed my time with HZD,but there's little that's new or compelling.Sure,the Robots are great but the quests,especially side quests,are boring.Talk to a tribesperson you don't care about or even remember their name repeatedly and do some busy work for a little reward.The overall story is good,but comes in patches over a long period so you're rarely in it story wise,it just pops upI've enjoyed my time with HZD,but there's little that's new or compelling.Sure,the Robots are great but the quests,especially side quests,are boring.Talk to a tribesperson you don't care about or even remember their name repeatedly and do some busy work for a little reward.The overall story is good,but comes in patches over a long period so you're rarely in it story wise,it just pops up from time to time.This is because of a lack of open world experience from the Devs or at least too much of an action focus.However,it's a fine first attempt.Graphics and sound design are excellent,but gameplay needs some tweaks,as well as the inventory system.It's not a real concern as I expect the sequel to be much better.… Expand
  7. Ristul
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    The best game I have played since Witcher 3, you are in for one of the most beautiful games ever created, and the combat and story is also top notch. The game really raises the bar of open world action rpgs. BUY!
  8. Shartrais
    Jun 13, 2017
    10
    Una maravilla, en lo jugable, en lo técnico, en la historia, de lo mejor de los últimos años, para todo amante de la acción/aventura. Una fórmula perfecta. Unos gráficos que pueden abrir bocas.
  9. 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.
  10. BorisBomb
    Aug 22, 2017
    10
    This was absolutely amazing i loved every second of it. This is way freaking better than the kill zone franchise i hope to god they keep going with it please.
  11. 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
  12. khae0798
    Jan 9, 2018
    10
    I bought a PS4 just for this game. Must play. Unique game.
    Best graphics ive seen in any game. Smooth gameplay.
    Storyline amazing. The level of creative thought and detail into this game, makes it one of those games that will never go old. Well polished. Flagship game IMHO.
  13. sirofsake
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    What can i say about this game that hasn't already been said. The graphics are stunning, the game it self takes the best bits of far cry and The Witcher and makes them its own. the story is fantactic and the wonder you get from seeing all the differnt machines is suberb. I can't recomend this enough.
  14. pt122781
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing. Compare it all you want to other games in this genre or that it may take ideas from, but it is it's own kind with a great new direction. Extremely addictive and fun! Best graphics I've seen this generation, even better than the Witcher 3, Arkham Knight and Mad Max as far as graphical fidelity. The UI could have used some more work, maybe 3D models for robots andThis game is amazing. Compare it all you want to other games in this genre or that it may take ideas from, but it is it's own kind with a great new direction. Extremely addictive and fun! Best graphics I've seen this generation, even better than the Witcher 3, Arkham Knight and Mad Max as far as graphical fidelity. The UI could have used some more work, maybe 3D models for robots and inventory, but that is nit picking at this point. Great job Guerilla Games and congratulations on a fantastic new IP.… Expand
  15. linksys17
    Mar 7, 2017
    8
    Last Horizon Zero Dawn is a good game.

    I have been playing RPGs and Action Adventure Open World games for a long time on many platforms and can say with absolute certainty that Last Horizon is a worthy modern action open world game, but an rpg... that might be debatable. I know that rpg gamers have high expectations and Last Horizon doesn't exactly meet them. Last Horizon Zero Dawn    Last Horizon Zero Dawn is a good game.

    I have been playing RPGs and Action Adventure Open World games for a long time on many
    platforms and can say with absolute certainty that Last Horizon is a worthy modern action open world game,
    but an rpg... that might be debatable. I know that rpg gamers have high expectations and Last Horizon doesn't exactly meet them.
    Last Horizon Zero Dawn is best approached as an action game with rpg elements.
    Basically if you came into the game expecting Far Cry, you will be pleasantly surprised.
    If you came into the game expecting witcher 3 or skyrim you will be massively disappointed.
    There are no real leveled stats or gear just tiered weapons with "modification coils" that you use to give certain buffs
    like elemental damage, armor piercing and regular damage. When you level you get 10 extra HP and a skill point to use on the
    somewhat limited perk/skill system. It is mostly passive skills, not many active skills. Besides the relatively simplistic
    combat and leveling system the sidequests are relatively boring with a lack of emphasis on interesting characters and deep narrative.
    There are a few exceptions but I will not spoil them. Basically witcher and skyrim have much better side quests with more attention to detail.
    Another issue was the audio, there was alot of echoing and poor surround sound support. You would expect an immersive open world to get the
    audio right..... right???

    Now that I got the negatives out of the way let me tell you what this game does right. The main story. It is wonderful and has some very deep
    and emotional content. The combat. It is very fun and it was engaging and made me interested in learning about the different effective ways
    of taking down certain machines. The visuals. It was stunning and HDR really brought out the colors and contrast.
    A lot of mid-tones were crystal clear and wouldn't have been with 8 bit color. I wish their non engine cut scenes were in 10 bit but oh well.
    The frame pacing is also really good and there were few frame drops. I am a PC gamer as well and I have a 144hz monitor but the frame pacing did a
    good job of preventing headaches and dizziness with the 30 fps cap.

    I had really low expectations for this game, mostly because Guerrilla Games never made a rpg. I also knew that if Sony wanted to make this game
    a console seller to kids they would have to make it pretty "PG" to expand the audience. Fortunately there were some adult themes, but not many :( damn kids.

    Overall I was expecting Far Cry with robot dinosaurs but Last Horizon Zero Dawn is more than that.
    For all the RPG nerds out there like me here is my scale for this game.

    Far Cry------Last Horizon---------------------Witcher 3    … Expand
  16. Muze92
    Mar 16, 2017
    7
    What I like most about the game:
    - story, well-written and emotional especially towards the end
    - simplified RPG elements such as crafting and harvesting from plants - graphical prowess - BABY Aloy.. What I think the game could improve on: - camera angles! especially during combat.. often blocked by plantations when fighting flying machines. - have a switch shoulder option when    What I like most about the game:
    - story, well-written and emotional especially towards the end
    - simplified RPG elements such as crafting and harvesting from plants
    - graphical prowess
    - BABY Aloy..
    What I think the game could improve on:
    - camera angles! especially during combat.. often blocked by plantations when fighting flying machines.
    - have a switch shoulder option when taking aim.
    - hard to see rock climbing sections.. I occasionally walk around the whole mountain to find a climbing spot that's just literally in front of me from the beginning..
    - do more with plants! They're just used to make potions that I rarely need.
    - you can't call your overridden machines to fight for you in combat, they sit there doing nothing while you're being mauled to death by a bunch of machines.
    - only mountable machines could follow you, wished that an overridden Stalker, Thunderjaw, Stormbird, or Behemoth could also do such thing..    … Expand
  17. PeteAkuma
    Aug 23, 2017
    10
    THE GREATEST PLAYSTATION 4 GAME EVER!
    Horizon Zero Dawn, without a doubt, will become a true classic of PlayStation 4! 10 years from now, when someone asks me: "What is the best PS4 game you've ever played". Horizon Zero Dawn would be on top of my mind. (and hopefully God of War too)
    This game is phenomenal not just because it has the best graphics, or the fantastic and innovative    THE GREATEST PLAYSTATION 4 GAME EVER!
    Horizon Zero Dawn, without a doubt, will become a true classic of PlayStation 4! 10 years from now, when someone asks me: "What is the best PS4 game you've ever played". Horizon Zero Dawn would be on top of my mind. (and hopefully God of War too)
    This game is phenomenal not just because it has the best graphics, or the fantastic and innovative gameplay or unique and daring story, it's the combined of everything. But above all, it's Aloy that's shine the most.
    A story driven game can only be as good as how you make the characters to be. Characters are everything, In Zelda we have Link, in Halo we have Masterchief and in Horizon, we have Aloy. Aloy is the testament of a GREAT female lead, she experiences struggle, she has hardship and above all, she's relatable and extremely interesting. She's very badass and very special yes, but unlike most of other stories where they make 'em badass "just because" ...
    Aloy is badass and special for a reason, i can't say why cuz it's integrated with the plot. But i can guarantee you that almost everything she does, has a motive, and morality is on her side.
    At the end of the day, i really don't want to spoil the fun, so if you want to know how fantastic this game is, YOU MUST PLAY IT! It's one of those games that you will force your children to play it!    … Expand
  18. Oagoz
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This is the first time I can say a title is a Console Seller. This was 100% the best gave I've played in the past few years. Incredible unpredictable story, tons of content, incredibly beautiful, and so deep you'll get lost a few times along the way.
  19. Nedda
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    really enjoy the open world, the story telling, the combat...
    the side quests and NPC voice and actings are much more betther than Witcher 3 and MEA for me.
  20. Domvik
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    This game is mind blowingly good. It's gameplay and mechanics are nothing revolutionary, but the execution of them is so good, you simply do not care. The story is interesting and entertaining, and creates a mistery that makes the exploration very enjoyable.
  21. Maikel_12
    Mar 3, 2017
    8
    Graficos de 10, genial jugabilidad, tiene muchisimas cosas copiadas de otros juegos como tomb raider, the witcher o farcry, los combates e hacen algo muy divertido aunque aburren cuando no sin maquinas gigantes, una gran historia, de lo mejor en exclusivos para ps4, recomendado, aunque se siente como otros juegos por tantas mecanicas copiadas es un juego muy divertido y largo
  22. chris247482
    Mar 11, 2017
    9
    I didn't own a PS4 (prior I was only a PC gamer) until I saw this game on twitch. That pushed me to buy a PS4 and pick up this game. I have around 20 hours in the game and still a ways to go. The game is fun and has high quality production values. The graphics are excellent and the story is very engaging. While at first the combat system seems a bit repetitive as you get into the game andI didn't own a PS4 (prior I was only a PC gamer) until I saw this game on twitch. That pushed me to buy a PS4 and pick up this game. I have around 20 hours in the game and still a ways to go. The game is fun and has high quality production values. The graphics are excellent and the story is very engaging. While at first the combat system seems a bit repetitive as you get into the game and acquire more skills you begin to realize that you can employ a couple different combat techniques to accomplish you goals. Because your character can die pretty easily if she gets overwhelmed with opponents there is a strong bias towards stealth. The only downside with combat is the camera which takes some getting used to. There is no way to lock on to your target.. The sense I am getting from the game is there is not going to be a lot of replayability in terms of the storyline, so I doubt I will spend hundreds on top of hundreds of hours replaying the game like I do with witcher 3, but with all the side quests etc there is more than enough content here to justify the purchase.… Expand
  23. Robinpo
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Excellent game with excellent story, excellent fightign with robots and others excellent things ..... Buy this Masterpiece quickly!!!!!!!!! That's all
  24. jdd0713
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    This game is a must have for any ps4 owner. The graphics, the gameplay, from the thrill of killing a robot to the amazing sights to see, this is an open world masterpiece.
  25. derkonig6
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    I decided to play at least 8 hours before writing my opinion. This game looks gorgeous on the ps4 pro with a 4K TV. I like the fact that I have to be cautious and not beat the **** out of everything,that for me makes the game immersive and interesting. I have the HUD set to Dynamic and it's even better. So far the story is ok,I have done more side quests to level up because the machinesI decided to play at least 8 hours before writing my opinion. This game looks gorgeous on the ps4 pro with a 4K TV. I like the fact that I have to be cautious and not beat the **** out of everything,that for me makes the game immersive and interesting. I have the HUD set to Dynamic and it's even better. So far the story is ok,I have done more side quests to level up because the machines were wooping my ass . Worth the 60$ purchase,no regrets!… Expand
  26. Letiste-Gaming
    Mar 10, 2017
    9
    Horizon: Zero Dawn es un título colosal, tan grande como las criaturas a las que hacemos frente en el título. Una delicia en lo jugable, inmersivo hasta decir basta, y con un apartado audiovisual a años luz de lo que hay actualmente en el mercado. Con una historia y una protagonista principal para el recuerdo, y con contenido para aburrir (unas 35 horas la historia principal).

    Cae en    Horizon: Zero Dawn es un título colosal, tan grande como las criaturas a las que hacemos frente en el título. Una delicia en lo jugable, inmersivo hasta decir basta, y con un apartado audiovisual a años luz de lo que hay actualmente en el mercado. Con una historia y una protagonista principal para el recuerdo, y con contenido para aburrir (unas 35 horas la historia principal).

    Cae en los males menores del género de mundo abierto, que lo alejan de la nota mas alta (misiones y actividades secundarias que pueden hacerse repetitivas a la larga) pero son una pequeña mancha que no debe alejaros de uno de los mejores títulos del año.

    Guerrilla ha salido airosa abandonando Killzone y nos ha regalado una aventura triple A en mayúsculas, de esas que por desgracia escasean (y mucho) en nuestros días.

    -¡¡Lee el análisis completo en Letiste Gaming!!-    … Expand
  27. PsykoMutt
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    I hesitate to give this game a perfect score, mainly because I believe if a game has any glaring fault or issue, that should automatically mark it down, but when prompted to come up with one, the only one I could come up with was that it is an exclusive, which is not worth docking a point.
    -The open world is immersive, and feels organic. You aren't always set upon by enemies, forcing you    I hesitate to give this game a perfect score, mainly because I believe if a game has any glaring fault or issue, that should automatically mark it down, but when prompted to come up with one, the only one I could come up with was that it is an exclusive, which is not worth docking a point.
    -The open world is immersive, and feels organic. You aren't always set upon by enemies, forcing you to keep your wits about you to avoid blundering into an enemy. This also helps when you wander into some areas, as you truly appreciate that this is a post apocalyptic world.
    -The collectibles have meaning. Vantages, Data Entries, and various others give a glimpse into the world as it existed before whatever happened, while some other components hint at what brought it about. Some are pointless, sure, but they're there for the completionists.
    -The enemies, while somewhat stupid, are legitimate threats. With the exceptions of an enemy type or two that only run away, even the smallest machine can kill you if you're not careful. Sure, most smaller enemies can be dealt with, but blunder into an ambush, or let them get an alarm off, and you better run.
    -Varying weapon types, terrain, and situations keep combat from getting stale. It's rare to see the same kinds of enemies in a group. Typically the 'gatherers' are accompanied by some Watchers, or a 'hunter', but sometimes you'll find a lone herbivore, lucky you! Or it wasn't alone, and it runs back, alerting the Watchers, and the three big hunters with its herd- Uh oh. It's rare to encounter the same situation, forcing you to come up with new plans on the fly.
    -No handholding! With the exception of the tutorial in the beginning, this game lets you figure out stuff on your own. Sure, you can check weaknesses in the menu, but some are brutally hard to get at, and you'll have to come up with a game plan on your own. Sniping? Trapping? Gung-Ho Arrows Blazing? It's all viable, if you have the skill to do it.
    -Intuitive menus! Especially in Shops! Have you ever sold a rare component for good money, only to find out later you needed it to upgrade your ammo container? Worry no more! The in shop menu tell you what each item is useful for (Crafting, Trading, or Selling), letting you know when you're clear to hock that junk.

    A few negative points would have to be that crafting some ammo pouches doesn't feel major, as you can craft ammo on the fly, but in intense combat situations, you may not have the time, so that's moot. The map is huge, but with reasonable load times, and accessible fast travel, that's hardly an issue. The good outweighs the bad by far in this game.

    Which is why I am sorely concerned by troll reviews and bitter fanboys, making accounts on this site just to badmouth a game they can't/won't play, or just to piss people off. If you dislike the game, that's fine, but judge it by genuine opinion, not by misguided hate.    … Expand
  28. SonOfGoatBoy
    Jun 26, 2017
    10
    What a fantastic game this is.

    I didn't believe the hype surrounding it and after the initial wow factor of the graphics and the super-strong opening wore off, the next couple hours of play didn't do much to convince me, nomatter how amazing it looked (especially on the ps4 pro). Technically, there is nothing wrong with HZD, the controls are responsive, the pad layout is intuitive    What a fantastic game this is.

    I didn't believe the hype surrounding it and after the initial wow factor of the graphics and the super-strong opening wore off, the next couple hours of play didn't do much to convince me, nomatter how amazing it looked (especially on the ps4 pro).

    Technically, there is nothing wrong with HZD, the controls are responsive, the pad layout is intuitive and rapidly memorized. The game is smooth with the frame rate a solid 30fps and there is no screen-tearing I noticed. Animations and visuals easily match, and in my opinion, mostly better anything that has been released this generation so far (apart from the occasional odd facial animation, but we're not talking ME:A levels of bad).

    But something felt off, like I was missing a part of the puzzle when it came to taking down these robotic menaces.

    Then it clicked, once I started using the full range of toys on offer I realised the combat system is so much deeper than it seems at first. Fights, particularly with the larger enemies, became tactical affairs with me looking to gain every advantage I could. Blowing weapons off enemies to use against them, scanning for weaknesses, turning robo-dinos against each other and using the environment to significant effect became second nature and hugely satisfying. I then found myself completely hooked.

    So, don't just use the standard bow and arrow then complain the combat is shallow. Get creative, lay traps, change weapons, learn your foes weaknesses and execute plans. Then hastily change them on the fly as the games superb enemy AI throws a spanner in the works.

    The dynamic stealth system works effectively, as battles with human enemies devolved from a cat and mouse affair into loud firefights with explosions aplenty, only to turn quiet again just as quickly as I dove into cover and disappeared into dense thickets, once again picking people off one-by-one, First Blood style. Except with with an arguably better looking, female, flame-haired Rambo at my control.

    The story fast became much more engaging, with early cliche-ridden moments giving way to a slow-burning, thoughtful and complex tale which surprised me, gripped me and drove me to discover more about the world I was inhabiting. It even managed to make me forgive a few rather heavy-handed morality lessons the game insisted on 'teaching' me.

    The map is at first overwhelmingly large, but is incredibly detailed and gives the player plenty to do. And once fast travel points and the games equivalent of vehicles are unlocked, it becomes a breeze and a joy to navigate.

    All in all if, like me, you suffer from a minor post-opening malaise, don't be discouraged. You'll soon be rewarded by persevering with a vast, beautiful playground with fully-fleshed out characters you'll quickly grow to love (and hate) and, if you let yourself, you'll find yourself totally immersed in Aloy's compelling story right to the end.

    As for the 0's this has on this site, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. But when you realise that opinion comes from people who haven't played this game and don't own a ps4 (which is evident by peoples review history). Then it is clear as day their 'opinion' comes from a place of jealousy and hate and is completely invalid.

    TLDR?

    Buy Horizon Zero Dawn and play the s**t out of it. Simply put, you won't regret your purchase at all.    … Expand
  29. Mavrix79
    May 10, 2017
    10
    This was the game I was searching for when I switched from XBOX to PlayStation. After Microsoft's launch debacle I decided to go to PS4 since I hadn't played much of there proprietary games, this is the by far and away the best of them all!!!!
  30. Johnliwing
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    It sure can get better in many aspects，but what it is now entertains me more than expected.I just get the vibe that is thrilling and addictive in the whole play-through.Also the story is awesome.
    One of the best games i've played in years.
  31. 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
  32. MonsterAm1
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    A game that gives you everything,Magnificent story,beautifully realized world and characters which is both interesting and fun to explore and get lost in and also the best gameplay I've seen in an open-world title,we didn't ask for a better game,sure the side quests and dialogues could have been slightly more refreshing but still I honestly don't see a reason to complain,I'm not someoneA game that gives you everything,Magnificent story,beautifully realized world and characters which is both interesting and fun to explore and get lost in and also the best gameplay I've seen in an open-world title,we didn't ask for a better game,sure the side quests and dialogues could have been slightly more refreshing but still I honestly don't see a reason to complain,I'm not someone who buys games so often,I spend my money very carefully and I'm happy to say that,HORIZON is the game I was looking for after a long wait since the revered WITCHER 3.… Expand
  33. UltimaRatio
    Mar 26, 2017
    10
    This is my favorite PS4 game so far! This gem shines in all categories: the entire atmosphere composed of stunning graphics, amazing sound fx, beautifully designed and smart AI/machines and the great arsenal of weapons and ways to tackle your opponents make for a true masterpiece and will simply blow you away and take you on an amazing journey you will not forget anytime soon!
    This game    This is my favorite PS4 game so far! This gem shines in all categories: the entire atmosphere composed of stunning graphics, amazing sound fx, beautifully designed and smart AI/machines and the great arsenal of weapons and ways to tackle your opponents make for a true masterpiece and will simply blow you away and take you on an amazing journey you will not forget anytime soon!
    This game is so much more than just a boring tale of an outcast girl searching for answers about her own heritage and reasons for the extinction of humanity as we know it; the complex and suspenseful story will quickly take you away and keep you mesmerized for hours and hours.
    The thrilling contrast of post-apocalyptic, simplistic scenery and high-tech machines requiring specific strategic approaches makes this game really stand out.
    Sometimes I find myself just standing around on a random mountain or cliff just enjoying a breathtaking sunset. Can't wait for the next part.
    My already high expectations were not only met but exceeded by far, don't miss out on this amazing piece of gaming history!    … Expand
  34. IF72
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado jamas, es una mezcla perfecta de muchos juegos con una historia buenisima! No puede faltar a nadie que tenga una ps4… Expand
  35. Firewing2
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    Easily my pic for game of the year. After Mass Effect: Andromeda, I was just ecstatic for a game with realistic facial animations...

    The writing in this game is brilliant. The reluctant hero female protagonist is pitch-perfect. Aloy is motivated by self-interest, and often unabashedly exasperated and sarcastic about all the *help* everyone around her needs, especially since she never    Easily my pic for game of the year. After Mass Effect: Andromeda, I was just ecstatic for a game with realistic facial animations...

    The writing in this game is brilliant. The reluctant hero female protagonist is pitch-perfect. Aloy is motivated by self-interest, and often unabashedly exasperated and sarcastic about all the *help* everyone around her needs, especially since she never had the help she needed coming of age. But she warms and forms genuine relationships with those around her, decisions that are rewarded by the game in realistic ways. The writing is also surprising. Often time I think I see an obvious trope only to watch it subverted by a *genuine* response.

    Aloy, as a tribal huntress wandering into a world of ancient computers and machines, is not dumbstruck, nor does she play to the *ignorant savage* stereotype. Her curiosity is well-reasoned. She doesn't understand what technology does, or how it works, but makes obvious logical connections based on her own humanity. In a world where others look at technology superstitiously, she's relentless pragmatic and brilliantly adaptive. And for all that, she still comes across with a charming vulnerability that subtly reminds you that this is a 19 year old girl, outcast from society, just trying to find out who she is, and what her place in the world is.

    On top of this, the gameplay is brilliant. I mean, it's hard not to make hunting robot dinosaurs with a bow fun, but the game exceeded my expectations. The fact that your weapons gain new abilities, but don't get more powerful, and new outfits increase skills, but don't offer more protection, means that you don't have an issue with power creep as you explore. Sure, early machines aren't a challenge later in the game, but only because you know how to defeat them by now, not because your bow can now blow them away with a single shot. Even on easy difficulty settings, it pays to prepare the battlefield with traps whenever possible, and if you don't use the right weapons and techniques, late game fights will destroy you without mercy. But for all that, the game feels perfectly balanced. Enemies are hard at first, because you have to figure them out. Once you do, accuracy and preparation will carry you through, but the challenge is a constant.

    Finally, brilliant graphics and music design layer over the fun game play and excellent writing. The voice acting is particularly on point, with every character coming across as uniquely human, and possessed of an entire life that has nothing to do with you. The world feels large, and full of things to explore. Animations are a particular strong point as well. When going up stairs, while crouching, Aloy will actually scamper on her hands. Sometimes, for no reason, when mounting a rock, she'll throw in a little parkour flair. Everything moves fluidly, and realistically, which is important because the machines are supposed to be designed to move and feel like animals. The artists and animators perfectly captured the juxtaposed animal grace, and steel design of the creatures. You can just sit and watch them go about their lives and admire them.

    All-in-all, for a game I added to a list when I saw the trailer, but never thought about again, it's the most fun I've had playing a video game, and experiencing a video game story, in recent memory..    … Expand
  36. PIPOdeclown
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Awesome graphics and fun to play. Insane texture detail. Very livable alive world. Crappy animations during conversations. problematic camera during flying enemy combat and sometimes the camera is blocked by a bush or tree of sorts. Amazing DECIMA engine and serious respect for this achievement. DUTCH PRIDE FELLA,S
  37. AngryShark92
    Sep 9, 2018
    6
    Horizon Zero Dawn is a fun game, at first, it is a vast open world with gorgeous graphics that the PS4 Pro can show off very well, it has well designed machine enemies and a fun, fair combat system on higher difficulties... What it does not have is great AI, well written characters, good facial animations, and enough plot twists and turns to keep me coming back.

    Horizon focuses on a    Horizon Zero Dawn is a fun game, at first, it is a vast open world with gorgeous graphics that the PS4 Pro can show off very well, it has well designed machine enemies and a fun, fair combat system on higher difficulties... What it does not have is great AI, well written characters, good facial animations, and enough plot twists and turns to keep me coming back.

    Horizon focuses on a motherless orphan named Aloy who was outcasted by the nearby tribe and finds herself forced to assimilate and acclimate herself to the surrounding factions and dangerous lands respectively. As she traverses through the world she learns about her past and present, and the mysteries they hold, as well as how to deal with and eradicate the machinist threat facing the human race.

    Booting up Horizon and embarking out on the tutorial sections to learn the lay of the land was an exceptional experience, the never ending vista of wilderness and trees and the graphics in which they are shown are truly remarkable. Learning about the different types of attacks and mechanics for combat, as well as traversing the land, had me excited to break out of the tutorial section.

    As I progressed through the game, levelled up, and assigned skill points to certain perks, I was truly enjoying the game... I didn’t really notice the flaws for a while, and I was solely focused on coming up with new strategies to take down the tougher enemies. I love this sort of combat system and how the focus allows me to pinpoint certain weaknesses to give Aloy a bit of an advantage going into a tough fight, although the track highlighting is making it a bit too easy, I have to say. But I was moving along and completing quests without looking back.

    Then I just hit a wall, I found myself wondering why every side quest was identical to the other, why the facial animations were absolutely awful, why the characters all seemed to look the same and have no motivations, why the human enemies became so boring to fight, why the enemy machines acted like braindead zombies with tripwires and traps, why I’m rambling to myself like a psychopath... It was because the game just got utterly repetitive and boring. The story slowed down and I had no idea why these certain characters were even part of the main quest line, the side missions were all way too similar, the hunter lodge trials got buggy and became more of a chore, and for whatever reason I was outputting so much damage and unable to sustain a minor slap from a grazer? Balance, anyone?

    The game did not implement enough new and exciting twists and turns or armor/weapons to upgrade and collect, and I just found myself sneaking around in tall grass, sneak attacking everything when the enemies should clearly see me. Reminded me of The Last of Us stealth mechanics, utterly broken and immersion breaking. I just hit a point where I no longer cared about any of the characters and it became a chore to finish the game.

    + Absolutely gorgeous and large open world
    + Lots of side activities
    + Good variation of enemies
    + Challenging combat on higher difficulties
    + Good skill set system
    + Great enemy designs (machines)

    - Nonsensical stealth system and poor AI
    - Abysmally written characters
    - Abhorrent facial animations & lip-syncing issues
    - Repetitive side quests
    - Awkward camera angles during combat
    - Story got a bit boring towards the end

    Overall, Horizon is a fun game, for a certain period of time, but it gets bogged down by repetitive quests, boring story and characters, lack of new gameplay elements through progression, and awful AI and animations. I have no doubt that if they make a sequel, and rectify these issues, it would definitely merit a score of 80 and up, but as it stands now, I can’t bring myself past a 60. It is sad because I really enjoyed the scenery and the design of all the machine monsters, hope they do better in a potential sequel.    … Expand
  38. David711CO
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    creo que los estimados que comentaron antes de mi, describieron bien lo magnifico de este juego y claro esta que tiene sus detalles malos, pero en general el juego es muy bueno y ojala esperemos en un tiempo sercano alguna expansión, buena jugabilidad, historia y contenido... solo uno que otro fallo técnico y de ambiente
  39. ProudSword
    Aug 23, 2017
    10
    Simply, this game is a masterpiece.
    - Great story line
    - Fabulous open world game
    - Super amazing A.I
    - Addictive
    - Challenging if you are looking for it
    - Very well polished game.
    - The dev's know how to satisfy their fan.
  40. 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.
  41. 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!
  42. GeorgeLets
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This is the most unique an fun game I have played in recent years. Great story and interesting characters make you want to play more. The world is beautiful and you want to explore it without being bored. Combat system is perfect the controls are great. This game is an action RPG so there's a lot of looting and weapons and gear and more! Must buy!
  43. MauserStorm89
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    I will say this.. Horizon Zero Dawn was capable of doing something that a game like the new Tomb Raider reboots haven't been able to accomplish yet. I rate this game in the highest possible manner because once I got into the story(a mere 10 seconds into starting the campaign) I couldn't stop playing. I was attached to Aloy's journey because it felt real and it felt like you were actuallyI will say this.. Horizon Zero Dawn was capable of doing something that a game like the new Tomb Raider reboots haven't been able to accomplish yet. I rate this game in the highest possible manner because once I got into the story(a mere 10 seconds into starting the campaign) I couldn't stop playing. I was attached to Aloy's journey because it felt real and it felt like you were actually learning with her. The past turns out to be a treacherous time in human history and to understand what fully is the truth is mindblowing. The game ends in a way that is neither disappointing or anticlimactic which is impossible to find in a video game story these days.

    When you get fully equipped in Horizon Zero Dawn, Aloy becomes a powerful force. The Ancient Armor quest takes you 3/4 of the way through the game to finally unlock it but it is definitely worth the wait. I suggest you find every powercell to unlock it! The upgrade system leaves a bit more to be desired but I don't see why that can't change in future updates/DLC, if they even plan to support the game in ways like that. I would really like to see that done because 20 sidequests is a very small amount for an open world like this. These are only very minor things and it hasn't distracted me from how freaking awesome this game is. I am currently at 65 hours and see about 5-10 mores from 100% completion. That I am 100%ing this game shows how damn good it is.. The combat is so fun and there is about 10 different ways to take down each bigger enemy. Guerilla really outdid themselves here.. incredible game.

    I feel Horizon Zero Dawn is just a mere glimpse of what an open world can be like and with the game releases this year you are going to see an even bigger emergence of open world games.    … Expand
  44. shadow_kid11kri
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    The game so far is AMAZING !!! from the graphics to story the game really shines out. I expected the story to be something totally different but it is way better than i thought. the story is amazing however the facial expressions were a bit less realistic but i can understand that because the studio focused more on the map and its details
    This game has truly made me happy because it is    The game so far is AMAZING !!! from the graphics to story the game really shines out. I expected the story to be something totally different but it is way better than i thought. the story is amazing however the facial expressions were a bit less realistic but i can understand that because the studio focused more on the map and its details
    This game has truly made me happy because it is one of the first games that have lived up to its expectation HELL EVEN BETTER EXPECTATIONS !!!! i was never used to pre-order games ever since No Man's Sky. but this game truly is worth pre-ordering LOL even tho the game is already out XD the game is a legendary masterpiece.

    Guerrilla Studios made a great Masterpiece    … Expand
  45. mohibeyki
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    definitely had its shortcomings but a brilliant game nonetheless, great visuals and gameplay quality, nice story, the only problem is when you compare sidequests with witcher, but they are different games, totally worth buying :)
  46. fernandopexe13
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    um dos melhores games dos ultimos tempos... fantastico .. otimo mundo aberto ... graficos sensacionais.... jogabilidade bem frluida...parabens à sony e guerrila games
  47. nudles
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    This game is so good I just made a Metacritic account just to say that.. By the way, the sling shot that shoots ice is OP as freak lol...so fun! Whats up with this 150 characters thing. I do not need 150 character to tell you if a game is good or bad.
  48. Jartuka
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    This game is worth your time and it is one of the games that makes the new generation interesting.
    The design of the characters and the environments are amazing as well as the story and the music. The combat can be easy sometimes but if that is a problem for you you can always raise the difficulty level. I think that if you own a PS4 this game should be a must have for you. You will also    This game is worth your time and it is one of the games that makes the new generation interesting.
    The design of the characters and the environments are amazing as well as the story and the music. The combat can be easy sometimes but if that is a problem for you you can always raise the difficulty level. I think that if you own a PS4 this game should be a must have for you. You will also enjoy the main character since she is really well written and she is an great example of a fighter and a dreamer.    … Expand
  49. coatoan90
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    It's been awhile, and I mean AWHILE since I've ever given a game a 10/10. This game has thoroughly earned it.

    Massive Engaging story with multiple DAYS not hours DAYS of gameplay. CHECK Completely Original design and concept. CHECK Massive World to explore. CHECK There is absolutely nothing wrong with this game at launch, OMFG a perfect game at launch?!?! In 2017? It must be the    It's been awhile, and I mean AWHILE since I've ever given a game a 10/10. This game has thoroughly earned it.

    Massive Engaging story with multiple DAYS not hours DAYS of gameplay. CHECK
    Completely Original design and concept. CHECK
    Massive World to explore. CHECK

    There is absolutely nothing wrong with this game at launch, OMFG a perfect game at launch?!?! In 2017? It must be the Twilight Zone, because THIS doesn't happen anymore. No DLC that you have to buy to enjoy the "Whole story", just some minor cosmetic stuff. I hope this game does amazing, I hope it shatters records, to show game devs you don't have to DLC us to death/crank out titles every year half baked. You can make money by putting heart and passion into a game and you can tell people's hearts, blood, sweat, and tears went into making this game.

    Perfect 10/10 It's worth buying a PS4 over.    … Expand
  50. karson
    Mar 15, 2017
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn is like a mixture of various fantastic games like Witcher, Skyrim, Uncharted, Farcry. It takes every best element from those games and put together. Well, it works really well overall. Gameplay is smooth. Combat is outstanding with different weapon types. However, replayability in HZD is close to non-existent as the skill tree, gear and builds are so limited.

    The main    Horizon Zero Dawn is like a mixture of various fantastic games like Witcher, Skyrim, Uncharted, Farcry. It takes every best element from those games and put together. Well, it works really well overall. Gameplay is smooth. Combat is outstanding with different weapon types. However, replayability in HZD is close to non-existent as the skill tree, gear and builds are so limited.

    The main quest story in HZD is very engaging and well thought out (side quests not so good). Graphics is also another excellent part of this game and is on par if not better with Uncharted 4, which is the most beautiful game to date. Despite its flaws, HZD is a unique experience and I definitely enjoyed it a lot. A must-buy PS4 exclusive. My GOTY so far.    … Expand
  51. AlexGnz
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    This is a great game, the hype was huge but the game delivered, the graphics are the best you can see on this generation and really impressive for an open world game, the landscapes are amazing and the photo mode is a truly perfect add to the package. The gameplay is very dinamyc and precise, fight the differents kind of machines that live in this enviroments is really fun and intense, andThis is a great game, the hype was huge but the game delivered, the graphics are the best you can see on this generation and really impressive for an open world game, the landscapes are amazing and the photo mode is a truly perfect add to the package. The gameplay is very dinamyc and precise, fight the differents kind of machines that live in this enviroments is really fun and intense, and some of the encounters with the most dangerous machines are epic. There is a lot of crafting and you have a variety of weapons at your disposal, the close combat is a little limited and fight with humans is not as fun as with the machines. The story will keep you engaged from the first moment, there are a lot of main missions and secondarys to add to the experience, some of them are more inspired than others but overall they are interesting enough. The soundtrack is one of the best in any game, the sound effects are top notch and makes you feel all the sounds of the environment and all the machines and their particular noises.
    In resume is an espectacular new franchise from Guerrilla games showing they not only are good doing first person shooters but also other type of games, the decima engine really proves to be one of the best in the business, no wonder why Kojima decided to use this engine in his next big game.
    If you own a PS4 this is a must buy and already a GOTY for this year.    … Expand
  52. bgaputan
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    Just Brilliantly Amazing and Gorgeous looking game! A very interesting and unique story. It gives you the reason for everything you do in-game. And the combat is seamless as well. Definitely a must have!
  53. CAKEwad
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Amazing game. Great Story. Amazing visuals. Great game mechanics with the exception of some slight melee errors. Though most of these mechanics are taken from multiple other games like farcry and fallout, it isn't a bad thing and only makes it easier to pick up and play. played through a bit of the killzone games but they could never hook me and I would lose interests in completing theAmazing game. Great Story. Amazing visuals. Great game mechanics with the exception of some slight melee errors. Though most of these mechanics are taken from multiple other games like farcry and fallout, it isn't a bad thing and only makes it easier to pick up and play. played through a bit of the killzone games but they could never hook me and I would lose interests in completing the game but Horizon is captivating from the very beginning and you wont be able to put it down.… Expand
  54. Aohige
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Quite simply, one of the best open world experience I've had. Although the word "open world" may be challenged, as the story progression is quite linear and there is little to no variety, that is not necessary a negative. The game focuses on narrative over freedom in questing.
    The combat on the other hand is joyfully free, you are able to strategize to your heart's content. The game    Quite simply, one of the best open world experience I've had. Although the word "open world" may be challenged, as the story progression is quite linear and there is little to no variety, that is not necessary a negative. The game focuses on narrative over freedom in questing.
    The combat on the other hand is joyfully free, you are able to strategize to your heart's content. The game rewards you greatly for variety, as no weapon or ammo is neglected. Those who utilize your full arsenal will enjoy a far greater benefit in effectively taking down machines.

    Absolutely a joy to play, and cannot wait to see what the franchise will bring us in the future.    … Expand
  55. natanaelfonseca
    Mar 23, 2017
    10
    When I bought this game, I had no idea of ​​its quality, it's very impressive, sometimes I remembered Tomb Raider, but in great part of the time a legitimate RPG. This game is so beautiful and your history is fascinating, strongly recommended for all ps4's owners.
  56. ziemkowski
    Mar 25, 2017
    10
    Fascinating and creative story that continues to reveal more and more surprises as the game unfolds. This game lands somewhere between Uncharted and Zelda.
  57. 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
  58. crashtestguy
    Apr 24, 2017
    10
    WOW!!! my expectations were high for this which is usually not a good thing to avoid disapointment but its more than that.

    Brilliant game this

    ........Ok review must be more than 150 characters

    This game is fantastic! oh! if Uncharted was like this I would buy it
  59. Radoslavus
    Mar 27, 2017
    7
    Did I like it? Yes
    Was the gameplay fun? Yes
    Was the story interesting and entertaining? Yes, the main story. What about the sound and the visual effects? Probably the most beautiful game in terms of graphics on PS4. Sound also preety good. Did I have a lot of bugs, glitches, crasches? No, just one single crash, but didn't matter because the autosave system is preety good? So what's    Did I like it? Yes
    Was the gameplay fun? Yes
    Was the story interesting and entertaining? Yes, the main story.
    What about the sound and the visual effects? Probably the most beautiful game in terms of graphics on PS4. Sound also preety good.
    Did I have a lot of bugs, glitches, crasches? No, just one single crash, but didn't matter because the autosave system is preety good?

    So what's wrong with Horizon? And, why only 7/10 (7.5 to be precise)?

    It get's boring...
    The repetition, and dull side quests were a pain in the ass. I skipped most of the bland conversations, did the quest to level up, and went back to the main quest. Of course the stories of the side quests had some potential, but the weak narration efficiently reppeled me from being interested.

    The combat is really fun and solid, but the fun flies away after couple of hours. It lacks variation. Some weapons seem preety pointles looking at the entire playthrough. Stealth is good but a little shallow at the same time. I would like a little more options, more freedom, more sophistication.

    Don't get me wrong the game is really solid, even slightly above then just solid, but I feel it lacks something. That one element that would make this title great. Probably storytelling. I have a feeling they focused so much on the main story, that forgot about the side quests. Still a good game though.

    So why did it get such a high combined score on metacritic? Probably because of lack of good content and AAA games on really good level. That's why it shines so bright, because you don't see any "competition on the Horizon" (a joke - and a terrible one). :P    … Expand
  60. LukePenno94
    Mar 27, 2017
    10
    Absolutely incredible game! Can't think of anything I dislike and I'm often critical. The graphics are some of the best I've ever seen, the combat system is fun and the landscape varied. The map is huge, the story is well thought out but easy to follow, you can make your own decisions and there's plenty of things to do to keep you occupied... looking forward to the DLC, it doesn't getAbsolutely incredible game! Can't think of anything I dislike and I'm often critical. The graphics are some of the best I've ever seen, the combat system is fun and the landscape varied. The map is huge, the story is well thought out but easy to follow, you can make your own decisions and there's plenty of things to do to keep you occupied... looking forward to the DLC, it doesn't get much better 10/10.… Expand
  61. lambertwm
    Mar 28, 2017
    10
    One of the few cases where I can agree with the marketing blurb: Excellent Open World Action/RPG, based on a totally unique premise. On top of that Horizon: Zero Dawn offers stunning visuals, a great story, a fresh new protagonist (Aloy!) and exhilarating tactical combat.

    PS: Photo mode is the icing on the cake! ;)
  62. davidct1976
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    Horizon zero dawn is proof that you can a a game that is visual has a good storyline, with memorable characters and good game play. Definitely I gave this game a try. I recommend it to anybody and if you don't have a PIC perfect time to get one.
  63. JeffMyNameIs
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    This game was better than expected, honestly. I hate a lot of newer games but this one is a reason to own a PS4. It's one of the best stories I've played since Mass effect. there are moments that will give you chills. You know the world is weird going in but the backstory being filled in is just epic. The presentation form the point of view of a primitive is a refreshing angle and gameplayThis game was better than expected, honestly. I hate a lot of newer games but this one is a reason to own a PS4. It's one of the best stories I've played since Mass effect. there are moments that will give you chills. You know the world is weird going in but the backstory being filled in is just epic. The presentation form the point of view of a primitive is a refreshing angle and gameplay is solid.… Expand
  64. Johannus
    Apr 19, 2017
    10
    Very good game, maybe best I have ever played. At first, I considered the combination of primitive tribes and mechanical animals as really dumb and used only on effect. However, the story is really clever and almost everything is duly explained. No game is perfect, but the combination of nice world, entertaining combat and perfect story (especially the story lines from the distant past) isVery good game, maybe best I have ever played. At first, I considered the combination of primitive tribes and mechanical animals as really dumb and used only on effect. However, the story is really clever and almost everything is duly explained. No game is perfect, but the combination of nice world, entertaining combat and perfect story (especially the story lines from the distant past) is so good that I felt like playing first Fallout or X-com back in 90'. Only difference is that I could not stay awake and play til dawn... :-)

    Highly recommended. Even the annoying crates full of rocks can be dumped after the last patch...

    For avoidance of any doubt, I have registered to Metacritic just to review this game.    … Expand
  65. shanemartin001
    Apr 19, 2017
    10
    I was starting to give up on video games. Every game I played just seem to be the same, but Horizon was just a breath of fresh air! The gameplay is amazing and the story was incredible!! I've never wanted to go explore and look for every piece of information about the world and how it became. I've also never enjoyed taking down enemies as much as this. It takes skill and strategy toI was starting to give up on video games. Every game I played just seem to be the same, but Horizon was just a breath of fresh air! The gameplay is amazing and the story was incredible!! I've never wanted to go explore and look for every piece of information about the world and how it became. I've also never enjoyed taking down enemies as much as this. It takes skill and strategy to take down some of the bigger machines. I just absolutely loved Horizon: Zero Dawn and I can not wait for a second one! If you're on the fence like I was about shelling out $60 for a new release, just do it! You will not be disappointed!… Expand
  66. maverics
    Aug 29, 2017
    10
    well this game is not so much new things IF you had played Witcher 3, Far Cry Primal, and Uncharted
    what i mean is that this game combine many interesting features in other popular games.

    but this game is amazing, graphics, story, game play. I just feel like the characters expression is not too expressive and the BGM could be better.. still this game deserve 10/10
  67. 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
  68. Dafool5566
    Jul 16, 2017
    10
    This game is every bit as great as the initial trailers revealed it to be and better. It's so fun that I've often ignored friend's game requests just to keep playing, and I've lost track of time on it more times than I can count... its gorgeous, the script and music both are A+, and I cannot wait for the expansion coming out soon!
  69. avenick
    Jun 18, 2017
    9
    Guerilla does a fantastic job in setting up the world of their new franchise and the characters and story within it, from start to finish this game will grip you with its interesting personal tale of alloy, and the addictive fast paced combat amongst the beautiful game world of horizon. I can’t find any weaknesses in this game, but that being said there are some ideas that just fall shortGuerilla does a fantastic job in setting up the world of their new franchise and the characters and story within it, from start to finish this game will grip you with its interesting personal tale of alloy, and the addictive fast paced combat amongst the beautiful game world of horizon. I can’t find any weaknesses in this game, but that being said there are some ideas that just fall short of being spectacular such as the characters and the repetitious nature of the game and its side quests. But if guerrilla can improve upon those parts than we could be looking at one of the greatest games of our generation in the sequel.… Expand
  70. AudioHead2001
    Jul 12, 2017
    9
    Fun game, lush beautiful fully realized world. The mechanical creatures are so well designed visually, and the skill progression is well thought out and unique.
  71. TheBraveFencer
    Dec 23, 2017
    7
    The plot of the game is engaging, my main gripes come from the characters, climbing mechanics, and small field-of-view.

    Keep in mind 7 still scores 2 points above average. It's good and worth any gamer's time.
  72. Vasto-Lorde
    Mar 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. jogo sensacional!!! Graficos excelentes, história incrivel, variedade de inimigos, sistema de skiils legais, personagem carismática. obra de arte. trilha sonora bela.… Expand
  73. Mike94
    May 23, 2018
    10
    Que juego tan increíble gráficos espectaculares siguen apoyando al single player, la jugabilidad la historia todo es excelente .....
  74. Pepinoatomico
    May 22, 2018
    10
    Uma das melhores experiencias que tive nesta geracao, alem de lindo o jogo conta com uma visao do futuro pouco explorada e todas as side quests sao muito bem elaboradas...o mundo aberto é de cair o queixo com a variedade de ambientes e personagens para interagir...no PS4 PRO em 4K garante um dos graficos mais lindos desta geracao...recomendo a todos.
  75. BergN7
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece and Art.World setting is truly unique, music is beautiful,graphics too, interesting combat and good,emotional storytelling.
  76. defix
    Mar 4, 2020
    5
    Men dumb! Men hit thing with stick!!!

    Funny how the credits are 90% male though. Good to see that Guerrilla are sticking to their fantasy principals in real life.

    Combat is awful.
    Graphics/world design is nice.
    Story (apart from the virtue signaling) is fine. Could have been great if it wasn't woke.
  77. Shimmeywill
    Feb 26, 2020
    7
    A gorgeous game with mediocre gamplay and story. Otherwise wonderful visual design and open world.
  78. DieMeister
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A new IP that becomes a PlayStation's juggernaut. Came in blind after saw the cheesy title, it ended up being my greatest game of all time.

    Superb world building, amazing lore to explore, challenging gameplay, interesting and strong-built character, beautifully crafted soundtracks. All of those feels like this game has everything you need.

    Horizon Zero Dawn has one of the best storytelling in (dare i say) gaming history! I know, it's arguable. The best part of this game is that the story is far darker compared to the graphical beauty of this game. It punches you unexpectedly with those audio logs. And the visual language Guerrilla Games used in this game is the one that i can't explain because this game tells you anything in a very clear and cheeky way.

    Buy this game! (Not on PC though, it's pretty buggy till this date i reviewed this game"    … Expand
  79. MikeSears
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    Brilliant game with a story that rivals ND. Satsifying gameplay and music. I love the main character and the weapons are fun to play with. The sidequest are great and the setting is unique and beautiful. There is a lot of mystery in this game that makes you want to explore more. Aloy is a great main character and the dialouge in this game is great.
  80. RpgLover1
    Feb 28, 2017
    9
    So first impressions. Loading screen is 5 seconds quick saving is 1 second. Stealth based game works like every other stealth based game. AI is decent so far, good enough for a stealth game haven't played enough to really tell.

    Graphics are the best I've seen in console even greater then the Witcher 3. Performance and framerate is stable no drops even when there's tons of **** on the    So first impressions. Loading screen is 5 seconds quick saving is 1 second. Stealth based game works like every other stealth based game. AI is decent so far, good enough for a stealth game haven't played enough to really tell.

    Graphics are the best I've seen in console even greater then the Witcher 3. Performance and framerate is stable no drops even when there's tons of **** on the screen. Not sure if it's 60 can't really tell that sort of thing but it's a high framerate.

    The gameplay is fun and interesting so far the robots have weak points that you can exploit and you use different weapons and tactics to exploit those weak points. The game has a manual save so you can try out new weapons and skills without wasting you resources and just reload and change something you don't like.

    The only issues I have with the game are the sound of the voices are quite sometimes and I'll miss dialogue, but that might just be my ****ty ears. The dialogue especially Alloy's repeats, repeats and repeats. You can't change the camera sensitivity this may hurt the framerate though which is why you can't change it maybe idk. The focus mode which lets you spot **** has even slower camera movement and you walk slow as **** and I can't understand why.

    I'll update my review once I 100% the game.

    The game is actually good buy it.    … Expand
  81. B-I-G-DEVIL-
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    Masterpiece.

    Fantastic music and visuals, Solid game play and controls. Good story and not tedious to play

    What more could you want? The bitterness from others over this game is hilarious
  82. er1c77
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    jogo incrível, fico feliz em ver uma uma nova franquia nascer, e já nascer de uma forma grandiosa e totalmente bem optimizada, tudo no game é feito com todo o cuidado, perfeito artisticamente, chega de games mau acabados, 2017 ja começou com pé direito para os games.
  83. Yumi29
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    Really beautiful game. Graphics are jaw dropping, definitely probably one of the best looking and playing RPG games this year. The future is looking really good for Guerilla. Very satisfied with their VERY FIRST RPG. Really shocking but nonetheless true. This game is flawless.
  84. atun82
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    Horizon: Zero Dawn is familiar but also really refreshing. It's not a short game (I spent around 30 hours with it), but the storytelling still feels concise and efficient. The combat has some nice options that make encounters fun, even when you're just stacking up stealth kills from the relative safety of a bush. And the presentation end of the game holds up its end of things with a solidHorizon: Zero Dawn is familiar but also really refreshing. It's not a short game (I spent around 30 hours with it), but the storytelling still feels concise and efficient. The combat has some nice options that make encounters fun, even when you're just stacking up stealth kills from the relative safety of a bush. And the presentation end of the game holds up its end of things with a solid soundtrack, great voice acting, and a cohesive design that makes all its disparate parts fit together. All in all, it's a great game, it's Guerrilla's strongest release to date.… Expand
  85. DarthSaix15
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    To describe this game anything less than glorious is degrading to the team that built it. I describe this as playing the child of both Far Cry and Fallout. The artwork and detail put into the characters and creatures is simply amazing. Crafting your own arrows and medicine makes this an adventurous survival while the combat using a bow and a spear against machines makes the postTo describe this game anything less than glorious is degrading to the team that built it. I describe this as playing the child of both Far Cry and Fallout. The artwork and detail put into the characters and creatures is simply amazing. Crafting your own arrows and medicine makes this an adventurous survival while the combat using a bow and a spear against machines makes the post apocalyptic feel so much more real. The time and effort put into the scenery makes this a never ending gorgeous open world. Any gamer knows it takes a well put together soundtrack to hook yourself into a game and this game did nothing short of greatness. The story was fantastically written with deep and compelling connections, impressive fluency with main quest and side story and how everything intertwines. When starting the game you play as Aloy and you are given a connection that draws you to her campaign in a way like Joel and Ellie in The Last of Us. I have never had the feeling of needing to play a game more since 2013 with the releases of The Last of Us, Beyond Two Souls, God of War Ascension, and Tomb Raider. This game deserves nothing less than a 12/10 and anyone who has a PlayStation 4 needs to play this masterpiece… Expand
  86. AndersL
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    First Metacritic review. Five hours into the game. So far I am loving it, very intuitive. backstory is interesting enough to engage and make me curious for more. The introduction to the game nicely balanced between playing and watching and game play is good. The graphics are amazing. Interesting that there are three different choices of how to of communicate with others, don't know if thisFirst Metacritic review. Five hours into the game. So far I am loving it, very intuitive. backstory is interesting enough to engage and make me curious for more. The introduction to the game nicely balanced between playing and watching and game play is good. The graphics are amazing. Interesting that there are three different choices of how to of communicate with others, don't know if this has a major effect on the game later. Solid, well worth the $.… Expand
  87. Makaveli
    Mar 2, 2017
    8
    Played this on a 4k HDR TV on a PS4 PRO. It looked amazing.

    The only negative i'll give this game is that I didn't like the main character and I did not like her voice acting, she mumbled a lot and I just didn't care for her... Another gripe I have is that on the PRO version it still runs at 30fps. I'm mainly a PC gamer so going from 60-144 fps to 30 is tough, but I guess your eyes get    Played this on a 4k HDR TV on a PS4 PRO. It looked amazing.

    The only negative i'll give this game is that I didn't like the main character and I did not like her voice acting, she mumbled a lot and I just didn't care for her... Another gripe I have is that on the PRO version it still runs at 30fps. I'm mainly a PC gamer so going from 60-144 fps to 30 is tough, but I guess your eyes get use to it and the 30fps doesn't seem to dip at all, so I guess it's ok..

    Everything else is perfection. I don't know why some people are giving this game a 0, that just doesn't make sense> it runs good (for 30fps) , it's longer than 6 hours , has nice combat and and interesting story and a lot of things to do.... I'm guessing the Nintendo fanboys are trying to lower the score because of the upcoming Zelda game?

    As a person who owns a very expensive gaming rig worth over $4000 a PS4, Xbox One and Wii U ( my Switch is coming soon too) I will say that PS4 is killing it this year and if you're going to get a console the PS4 is the way to go...    … Expand
  88. 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
  89. 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
  90. DreadOrDead
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    ok I can’t really believe those guys that give this game a 0 rating, I mean what the hell is wrong with people. Gaming industry has become too aggressive in fanboism, YES THIS IS A GREAT GAME DEAL WITH IT FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, its a great day for gaming community to have developers like Guerrilla working on titles like this. Your negativity and fanboism will only damage this community thanok I can’t really believe those guys that give this game a 0 rating, I mean what the hell is wrong with people. Gaming industry has become too aggressive in fanboism, YES THIS IS A GREAT GAME DEAL WITH IT FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, its a great day for gaming community to have developers like Guerrilla working on titles like this. Your negativity and fanboism will only damage this community than doing any good. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD THIS GAME IS A FREAKING 10 !! there are many people working hard in the past 5 years to make this happen!! SHOW SOME FKING RESPECT !!!! p.s. I usually never place reviews, but this thing that is happening right now is unacceptable!! WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO THE GAMING COMUNITY??… Expand
  91. rodericrinehart
    Jun 24, 2017
    10
    I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this game, but it specifically had such enjoyable combat and the best console graphics ever. It takes everything good from open-world action-adventures like Tomb Raider, Far Cry, Assassin's Creed, Shadow of Mordor, and many others - and none of the bad. It is the pinnacle of this incredibly fun and popular genre. A true exclusive (not timed or on PC),I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this game, but it specifically had such enjoyable combat and the best console graphics ever. It takes everything good from open-world action-adventures like Tomb Raider, Far Cry, Assassin's Creed, Shadow of Mordor, and many others - and none of the bad. It is the pinnacle of this incredibly fun and popular genre. A true exclusive (not timed or on PC), and an absolute system seller.… Expand
  92. 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
  93. 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
  94. theTRUTHson
    Jul 14, 2017
    6
    This is a new franchise that brings nothing new to the table. Absolutely nothing. Instead, it copies all sorts of games like Ubisoft open worlds, Tomb Raider, Witcher, and others.

    This is a mediocre game with good graphics. The hype was fake, caused by games media and fanboys. This is not what they told you it is, I am giving you a heads up. You have already played this a million    This is a new franchise that brings nothing new to the table. Absolutely nothing. Instead, it copies all sorts of games like Ubisoft open worlds, Tomb Raider, Witcher, and others.

    This is a mediocre game with good graphics. The hype was fake, caused by games media and fanboys.

    This is not what they told you it is, I am giving you a heads up. You have already played this a million times before by playing other games. And those games were probably more interesting too.    … Expand
  95. Ivan665
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    If you, like me, prefer to experince the world with your intellect, and your senses, and you like the thrill of the kill, this game is for you. If you like scripted gameplay, or simple gameplay, without the ability to choose how to play, this game is not for you.

    I started it on Very Hard because the game allows it. So every whining about how this game is easy and how quest are just    If you, like me, prefer to experince the world with your intellect, and your senses, and you like the thrill of the kill, this game is for you. If you like scripted gameplay, or simple gameplay, without the ability to choose how to play, this game is not for you.

    I started it on Very Hard because the game allows it. So every whining about how this game is easy and how quest are just errands, goes out the window. Because this whining comes form people, who play games for the story, on easy settings, because they are too lazy to actually go read a fantasy book. So, lazy noobs, give it bad scores. Whatever. On Very hard the first enemy I encountered 2-hit killed me, before I actually got the chance to read the tutorial message, that tells me how to dodge and draw my bow.

    In this game you play as a hunter, and it really feels like it. There is a fine line between hunter and hunted, and you can feel it during the gameplay. One wrong sprint through a herd of seemingly docile "dinosaur machine herbivores", and you just might get respawned at your last save. While downing something like the Thunderjaw (giant T-Rex that shoots rapid lasers, sky rocket barrages and laser rays, when you get out of its mauling range) just feels satisfying, a great thrill and an achievement.

    World is so finely crafted, that I want to enter my TV, have an amnesia, and never look back. And live in this Jurassic Park. I thought having only one option for playable character (in and open world game) would get in the way of my immersion, It didnt. While during gameplay with Aloy, tbh I dont feel 100% synchronized with her, on character, on decision level, because shes nice sometimes, and Im, well... uhm... more practical in relations. But overall, her character is really well developed.

    This game is amazing. Ive never liked a game so much since Warband! I can play Horizon for hours and hours without even making significant game progress. Its that awesome. I can just go for a hike, to get a semi-useless collectible, hide in the bushes during a rainstorm, and just Rambo any pig and turkey that had the bad luck to be in the area. And make potions from their meat. Before I actually take what i went for. I also like to to that in sunny weather. I like to kill dinosaur robots and take their intensities. I like the danger, that they can also take my intensities. But again, Im playing it on Very Hard, the way its ment to be played, unlike story mode noobs who are only in to for the cutscenes (which are great btw) and "complete" the game. This game is not about completion. It about the experiences, the senses, the mind. You vs mother nature.

    You hunt and you craft, so you can hunt more. The world is immersive, it looks and feels better than real life. Ive wasted hours in photo mode alone, to make wallpapers. Game does what it says, and does it well. If you are intelligent, the game will let you be. If something is tough, you can try a different approach. Another angle, another cover, another weapon...

    This will probably be the best PS4 game, if God of War doesnt turn out to be better. And Im really glad they made it exclusive, because what this developer dedicated, would not have been possible, if it was on other platforms. And Im not a fanboy. I have a PC, on which I dont play often anymore, because of all the online cry kids, and I dont feel like babysitting and encouraging anyone anymore, in order to play normally, so I went single player only. And additionally Ill get a Switch when they fix it. So I cant say Im just a biased Sony fan. But what Guerilla did was right, no matter if Sony owns them or not. This developer has my support well-earned. Damn.. when I killed my first T-jaw with 10 hp left, no herbs, no potions, or meat to craft them, I went on the balcony and shouted at the world...

    Horizon is not like the Witcher, or Assassins Creed, or any other game. The game borrows a lot of the best defining concepts from many different games. Melts them, and forges them in its own unique style. So its not truly unique, nothing in our digital age is unique anymore, but still, for its time, for our time, its pretty unique and interesting. Hope they make a sequel!!! I missed underwater whale dinosaur harpoon hunting in this one! And make some flying mounts, for photo mode! :)    … Expand
  96. impressionman76
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Actually, I would give it a 9.7, but leaving a 9 is too low, so I guess I had to round up. I am a big fan Horizon Zero Dawn and Breath of Wind also a 9.7 and I am torn between the two. What I can't stand is morons like csgopro who only left two reviews Breath of Wind a 10 and Horizon Zero Dawn a 0 worst yet he titles his review an 'unbiased review' what are you smoking? Both games areActually, I would give it a 9.7, but leaving a 9 is too low, so I guess I had to round up. I am a big fan Horizon Zero Dawn and Breath of Wind also a 9.7 and I am torn between the two. What I can't stand is morons like csgopro who only left two reviews Breath of Wind a 10 and Horizon Zero Dawn a 0 worst yet he titles his review an 'unbiased review' what are you smoking? Both games are great and there is no way in hell either title deserves a 0. That is for truly broken bad games which neither of these qualify. Stop the stupid hate, grow the hell up, and enjoy that we are so lucky to get such high quality high effort games these days!

    My break down Horizon Zero Dawn:

    Graphics 9.8
    Soundtrack 9.9
    Gameplay 9.5
    Story 9.2
    Originality 8.5
    Fun 9.7    … Expand
  97. crawlord
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    I see alot of zelda fanboys giving this game low scores meaning they have not played this game. Look at the low scorers and notice that they have 2 reviews or so low for Horizon max for zelda. Ignore non subjective reviews from these trolls. HZD is a game worth playing and evaluating for yourself.
  98. houyi111
    Mar 12, 2017
    9
    positive: Excellent and intrigue story, lore and world. insanely good graphic... solid gameplay... awesome i mean kickass awesome robot dinosaurs!!!
    meh: human AI is just passable..
    what i want,,, a sequel and maybe love interests!!
  99. ventruexxx123
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    Good fighting, beautiful visuals and history that holds you to the end.
    This game is one of the few nowadays that gives you great experience
    It's worth it if you like the genre
  100. januzai1994
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing. It's not just the beautiful graphics that they've nailed in this game, but also a story that keeps you guessing and smooth running gameplay. For GG's first shot at an open world game. they deserve all the credit that they get. Its up there with the Witcher 3 IMO

    GOTY for sure!
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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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