Horizon Zero Dawn

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8.4

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  1. johny_wo_ok
    Apr 4, 2017
    10
    Just an amazing game. Period. Exceeded all my expectations (although i admit, they weren't very high, somehow the whole 'dynobot' things seemed like they were trying too hard). Luckily, I picked it up and wow. Great combat, intriguing story, immersive world and all around awesome game. Highly recommend it and put it up there with the other playstation greats (uncharted, last of us,Just an amazing game. Period. Exceeded all my expectations (although i admit, they weren't very high, somehow the whole 'dynobot' things seemed like they were trying too hard). Luckily, I picked it up and wow. Great combat, intriguing story, immersive world and all around awesome game. Highly recommend it and put it up there with the other playstation greats (uncharted, last of us, etc.). GOTY.… Expand
  2. Neerolyte
    Mar 30, 2017
    9
    Excellent and unique story and combat. One of the best open-world game out there that is not overwhelming with crappy contents but just enough good quality activities to thoroughly enjoy the game. It is also design so every type of gamers can enjoy it (hardcore or casual).
  3. Thunderstruck44
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    I've only had my PlayStation 4 for about a week but this might be one of the most interesting games that I've ever played. It's a lot of fun and very addictive with so much to do. I've put about 20 hours into it and I don't feel like I've hardly scratched the surface of what is available to me. The gameplay is fantastic, the stealth features are incredibly well done, and there hasn't beenI've only had my PlayStation 4 for about a week but this might be one of the most interesting games that I've ever played. It's a lot of fun and very addictive with so much to do. I've put about 20 hours into it and I don't feel like I've hardly scratched the surface of what is available to me. The gameplay is fantastic, the stealth features are incredibly well done, and there hasn't been a point yet where I feel like I am overpowered but I never feel too underpowered either. Definitely one of the standout titles for PlayStation. If you have a PlayStation 4 then you need to own this game.… Expand
  4. ladychaos
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this game, just loved it !!! All my life i have loved the idea of cool female heroes ( not that I dislike male ones because I don't. Give me Leon S Kennedy!!!), dinosaurs, ancient or apocalyptic worlds, weird but cool technology and robots. Put it all together and you just get something awesome. It's like someone went and read my mind and made this game. I love the graphics (so real looking), the music, the AI of the creatures, the main character and so much more. I cannot even remember how many hours I have spent on this game but it's a lot I can tell you. Definitely do your selves a favour and give this game a try.… Expand
  5. Skullomania77
    Dec 21, 2017
    10
    As someone who has gotten a bit tired of open world games this pulls me back in and I love every second of it and it shows why it is a GOTY contender in every chance it gets as this has some of the most fun you will every experience in a open world game to date (breath of the wild also counts) and a story so go I wanted to 100% it just for that reason alone. It is easy to see why so manyAs someone who has gotten a bit tired of open world games this pulls me back in and I love every second of it and it shows why it is a GOTY contender in every chance it gets as this has some of the most fun you will every experience in a open world game to date (breath of the wild also counts) and a story so go I wanted to 100% it just for that reason alone. It is easy to see why so many love this game (down votes are probably just fanboys) so go and try this game you will not regret it.… Expand
  6. lGameMannl
    Feb 5, 2018
    9
    революционная игра в индустрии,в стиле Far Cry Primal,но гораздо лучше,игра с хорошим сюжетом и геймплеем и просто с красивым открытим миром который SONY редко делает,моя оценка за игру 91/100
  7. network_scroll
    Jun 20, 2018
    9
    Время игры: 63 часа
    Примечание: пройдена полностью, кроме дополнения "The Frozen Wilds"
  8. MikeyMikerson
    Apr 9, 2018
    9
    The last time I was this drawn into a game was Breath of the Wild. This game has an interesting story that makes you want to find out more. The characters are well written and I'm pretty invested in the story. The combat is the best aspect of this game (the way it should be for a game like this). There are many different ways to tackle combat in this game, and you can choose differentThe last time I was this drawn into a game was Breath of the Wild. This game has an interesting story that makes you want to find out more. The characters are well written and I'm pretty invested in the story. The combat is the best aspect of this game (the way it should be for a game like this). There are many different ways to tackle combat in this game, and you can choose different abilities as you level up to help your specific "style". The machine "game" is a fun enemy to tackle, and sometimes genuinely terrifying. There is no shortage of things to do in this game. It is worth picking up.… Expand
  9. NCMAN
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    Um enorme trabalho feito pela equipa da Guerilla, contudo ainda haviam alguns aspectos que poderiam ser melhorado mesmo assim estao de parabéns.
  10. rdx73
    May 23, 2021
    9
    This gest a 9 for two reasons (and neither is visuals, it's not a factor I am very bothered about): first the story is incredible. I like sci-fi. It is a great sci-fi story, but also one that could not really be told well in another medium. Maybe a novel I suppose, but not really ideal for that, this is a perfect game story line.

    Second is the combat. I love the combat because it is so    This gest a 9 for two reasons (and neither is visuals, it's not a factor I am very bothered about): first the story is incredible. I like sci-fi. It is a great sci-fi story, but also one that could not really be told well in another medium. Maybe a novel I suppose, but not really ideal for that, this is a perfect game story line.

    Second is the combat. I love the combat because it is so varied not in a faked way but because you can genuinely use different tactics both on the same enemy, so you could address a Longlegs in more than one way, but also different enemies are better addressed with not necessarily with different weapons (there are three different bows, but I count that as "bow", although there are choices needed in setting them up differently) but in a lot of cases different tactics and the differences make sense with the design of the enemy.

    You even get the difference between a lone, powerful enemy that can be a slog (and you're trying to damage components to reduce its fighting effectiveness while damaging it, hiding and setting it on fire/freezing it/electrically stunning it) and multiple tough enemies where the best tactic is to corrupt or override some, so they fight each other. Except that you can't do that if they are all corrupted, so you need then to fight multiple enemies. Therein is a variety much greater than the number of machines would suggest. Then there are people, and multiple ways of killing them in small or large groups.

    No enemy ever feels trivial. Even watchers can hit your health significantly if you're focusing on something else and they hit you with a jump attack late in the game.

    The best thing about the combat, though, is the balance. I am just starting to play games on "hard", and this has two settings above and I think three below this, but when I fail on an enemy I don't feel it is an impossible slog like some games and have to reduce difficulty, I just change tactics. Only once did I even look up the tactics on line (first fully-functioning corrupted deathbringer, with humans to pester Aloy as she fights it), it's just that you have a lot of choices available.    … Expand
  11. Ramzaonline
    Mar 27, 2017
    8
    After 40 hours of game I must say that in general it is a very good game, it is not 10, but the gameplay is good and hunting big new machines presents a challenge, maybe they could work more in the tree of abilities, but It definitely sets for something great.
  12. JyroJyro
    Dec 22, 2017
    8
    An intriguingly melancholy centre plot is what will drive you to complete Horizon: Zero Dawn, as the combat system is somewhat a novelty that eventually wears off. Incredible graphics though, and the voice acting is superb.
  13. jbakes25
    May 15, 2017
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn has some of the most enjoyable combat I have ever played. Fights with the machines are very rewarding and it leaves me looking for more to fight. There are many different ways to approach machines and different tools to use to beat them, and each one fits a certain play style. The story is original and has a lot of intense moments that wrap Aloy into a world that holdsHorizon Zero Dawn has some of the most enjoyable combat I have ever played. Fights with the machines are very rewarding and it leaves me looking for more to fight. There are many different ways to approach machines and different tools to use to beat them, and each one fits a certain play style. The story is original and has a lot of intense moments that wrap Aloy into a world that holds many secrets. The environments from the tundra area, desert plains, and cauldrons look great and are fun to explore. This game is a must buy for anyone who owns a PS4 or PS4 Pro.… Expand
  14. Batman43
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    The amaizing briliant that forced me to buy PS4. interesting story butifull world. It's just must have game for every gamer. do not belive me just try yourself
  15. Toffepeer
    Apr 11, 2017
    9
    Score 9/10. Gameplay is amazing and the machines, world, story are great. Only if the mid game wasn't threatening me with stopping the game all together

    - Great combat mechanics: In its most basic form there are 3 elements which are electric, fire and ice. With your scanner you can see what the weaknesses are from the enemies and utilize it. It's easy, fluid and it works. If you are    Score 9/10. Gameplay is amazing and the machines, world, story are great. Only if the mid game wasn't threatening me with stopping the game all together

    - Great combat mechanics: In its most basic form there are 3 elements which are electric, fire and ice. With your scanner you can see what the weaknesses are from the enemies and utilize it. It's easy, fluid and it works. If you are getting more into the game you will realize that there are more ways. For example tear arrows can disassemble certain parts of machines, removing the ability to use an attack and even giving you that weapon for massive damage, or even hit a tank and let it explode. Tripcasters can setup traps which is actually handy since you can see the enemies walking pattern and ropecasters can knockout a enemy. There are many ways to kill machines/humans and it's fun to figure out the best way.
    - Machines: They deliver some satisfying battles especially the later ones. Those thunderjaws phew.
    - Story: Since makers end you are always wondering where the story is going to bring you. It is a interesting story that lets you want to know more.
    - Graphics & Sound: oh damn it looks great on my normal PS4, probably one of the prettiest games I have seen. The soundtrack is nice in a world like this.
    - Extra stuff to do: While I feel like most errands and side missions were a bit overkill, not interesting. There are a few exceptions though. For example the lodge mission and in the end redmaw was a nice side quest. The rest is nice. I in particular love the cauldrons and what you get from it is a nice surprise. Getting on tallnecks, doing hunter challenges (they were pretty easy though in my opinion). Corrupted zones could be a challenge. The bandit camps were laughable easy.

    So it is a great game however It feels like there are some flaws.
    - Just like every open world game after receiving the platinum there isn't anything else to do. This is pretty neglectable though since to receive the platinum you had to do most of the extra's in the game.
    - Cringe worthy conversations. While it isn't as bad as mass effect Andromeda, it's not like I cared for what they were saying and it like if a robot talked to another robot.
    - The boring mid game (before meridian) After the proving and before entering meridian there is a part in nora land which was flat out boring. Easily exploitable machines which gave almost no challenge was the killer for me. Also the nora weren't interesting for me. When you got to meridian and unlocked all machines and unlocked that whole desert part, shadow carja etc.. It became much better.    … Expand
  16. VozAlta
    Dec 8, 2017
    9
    Horizon: Zero Dawn. I'm so impressed by it's excellent writing, visuals and vibrant living world. Its world is inspiring, as far as I've known we've never had a hunting game like this before, and we've never experienced matriarchy or experienced truly strong female leads and support characters like this, we've never had such a blend array of believable characters either. It's much thanksHorizon: Zero Dawn. I'm so impressed by it's excellent writing, visuals and vibrant living world. Its world is inspiring, as far as I've known we've never had a hunting game like this before, and we've never experienced matriarchy or experienced truly strong female leads and support characters like this, we've never had such a blend array of believable characters either. It's much thanks to the writing, the voice-over and all the hard work that must've gone into modelling and animating. It's just staggering.
    It feels great to play, the "wildlife" always keeps you on your toes, and it's genuinely fun to encounter and decide how you'd want to approach the machines or the enemies. And time after time you'd think 'What a great game this is' and you don't really want it to end.    … Expand
  17. Litten22
    Oct 1, 2017
    10
    There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said to sing the praises of this game. I can say, though, that even if you're on the fence like I was, you owe to it yourself to at least give this game a try.

    I'm kind of picky when it comes to which games I spend my time with, and it often takes me months or even years to play franchises that people gush over because the settings or    There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said to sing the praises of this game. I can say, though, that even if you're on the fence like I was, you owe to it yourself to at least give this game a try.

    I'm kind of picky when it comes to which games I spend my time with, and it often takes me months or even years to play franchises that people gush over because the settings or gameplay don't really interest me. Sometimes trying out these popular games pays off, and I find a series I fall in love with (God of War, Bioshock, Mass Effect, The Last of Us), and sometimes I just can't bring myself to enjoy them (Halo, Dark Souls, Metal Gear Solid, Elder Scrolls, Dragon Age). The good games are good enough, though, that they're worth taking chances and having to sift through the games I end up disliking.

    Horizon Zero Dawn was one of the games that I heard great things about, and after 6 months, I finally decided to give it a try. After 35 hours with the game, I can happily say this is one of my favorite games this generation. HZD is a perfect example of why I try games that don't hook me based on my usual interests, because finding a gem like this is worth sorting through 10 or 20 other games that I end up not caring for. If you want a good story and extremely satisfying gameplay, you'll find it here. Do yourself a favor and try it, even if you think it doesn't look like your type of game...you might end up being very surprised.    … Expand
  18. Sheidcraft
    Oct 2, 2017
    10
    I thought that after the Witcher 3, the RPG genre has nowhere to go, another five or ten years. But Horizon stunned me very much. The plot, interesting boevka, Lor, atmosphere and stunning graphics. 10 here and think is not necessary
  19. Skyrider11
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    A great game ps4 owners will not want to miss out on. Horizon takes some inspiration from other open world games but makes such tired concepts these kinds of games are known for and make them feel fresh and new again and most importantly it is extremely fun. I could on on a bit but I should have to go into detail as so many people have sang the praises of this game already and they wereA great game ps4 owners will not want to miss out on. Horizon takes some inspiration from other open world games but makes such tired concepts these kinds of games are known for and make them feel fresh and new again and most importantly it is extremely fun. I could on on a bit but I should have to go into detail as so many people have sang the praises of this game already and they were right for doing so. Buy this game you will not regret it.… Expand
  20. PanTac
    Dec 14, 2017
    9
    I like games with a strong story and this game has it. What I dont like is a lot of side missions, because i play them too and sometimes I forget the main line. This game has a lot of side missions. So I was lost in a story few times. But I recomend this game, because it is very nice piece of work. And if you like open worlds with a lot of quest and interesting enviroment, you have to playI like games with a strong story and this game has it. What I dont like is a lot of side missions, because i play them too and sometimes I forget the main line. This game has a lot of side missions. So I was lost in a story few times. But I recomend this game, because it is very nice piece of work. And if you like open worlds with a lot of quest and interesting enviroment, you have to play this game.… Expand
  21. Spets_Naz
    Jan 5, 2018
    9
    This game is a masterpiece with a few flaws. That's the best way I can describe this. I'm not going to go into too much of the cliché used in some reviews.

    Basically this game is an open world where you can certainly see that it was built in a way, it makes some more linear games fall short. What I mean is, even though it's open world this game nails the way a open world with a great    This game is a masterpiece with a few flaws. That's the best way I can describe this. I'm not going to go into too much of the cliché used in some reviews.

    Basically this game is an open world where you can certainly see that it was built in a way, it makes some more linear games fall short. What I mean is, even though it's open world this game nails the way a open world with a great story should be. You can explore, you will love it, but the story will keep you hooked and even the side quests kinda go side by side with the story. This is nice as you can track everything and do it when you're close to the main quests. For me, it's one of the best open world along with GTA and Zelda. While exploring you'll get into a long side quest for a collectible. This is related to a personal story of a single person. This story is so rewarding to follow not only because of the little story within it but because it makes you want to explore even more.

    The story is awesome, to say the least. Even if you don't understand a bit of AI development it takes a very light approach to the AI complex we are currently walking towards. That's all I'm going to say. I'm not going to spoil it for you as you should go into this game knowing 0 like I did. Forget reading about the story and just play it like you've picked it up from the store without reading zero about story. The story follows a certain path in Horizon so you get a feeling of a linear game where you progress through something, not opening up the whole world at once. This ends up being a very nice decision as opposed to the new trend of open world and trying to be like Elders Scrolls.

    The combat is awesome and I only have one concern. The bow physics are not great. Aside from that you will have lot's of fun as you can approach your enemies in som many ways that you'll have fun exploring different things. By the end of the game, you'll still have multiple ways of getting out of certain situations to keep you hooked.

    Graphics are excellent but you should really just take a look at some screenshots. Facial expressions are cool too.

    People compare this to BotW and all I can say is that this one is better IMHO. But not by that much. I love BotW btw but I'll add some comparisons here. What I think is that combat, the open world concept and story are simply better in Horizon. The combat in Zelda is pretty much the same even with different enemies/weapons/shield surfing/magic and the open world concepts used (and progression within it) are not as refined as in Horizon. The story is also better in Horizon. You can find similarities in the story concept but Horizon is so much better with the mystery and the world built around the world (the lore) that if you're like me, you'll be googling for more details on certain aspects of the lore.

    Hope this review helps you!    … Expand
  22. Dancingmoon11
    Dec 31, 2017
    10
    If uncharted wasn't your thing then this is the reason to own a ps4 as this is one of the best RPG's this generation. The story s done well and the characters are memorable, the combat is so damn fun and the machines themselves are so intriguing to learn about. Honestly the only people who can hate this are trolls and die hard nintendrones who somehow think that this is trying to bestIf uncharted wasn't your thing then this is the reason to own a ps4 as this is one of the best RPG's this generation. The story s done well and the characters are memorable, the combat is so damn fun and the machines themselves are so intriguing to learn about. Honestly the only people who can hate this are trolls and die hard nintendrones who somehow think that this is trying to best breath of the wild despite not having that much in common. ( seriously there is an actual Twitter account dedicated to crying about PlayStation and sucking off Nintendo due to the fact that some people prefer new ip's that try make the open world formula great again to a game from a 30 year old series that everyone and there mum are losing their minds over) (no offence to breath of the wild but come on it's not that great still good though) back to topic play this love it thank the developers later.… Expand
  23. madcritic_
    Mar 17, 2018
    9
    Horizon Zero Dawn presents us with a beautiful world full of unforgettable challenges.
  24. turbosnail
    Apr 6, 2017
    8
    Great game in every sense (style, visuals, execution, on-boarding, audio), but does not live entirely up to the hype and does get boring quite fast. The beginning is by far the best, after that it's get repetitive in my opinion.
  25. tamakachi
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    Beautiful game, very well optimized, dynamic combat system and amazing storytelling with a great soundtrack and engaging game mechanics
  26. traffmeister
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Honestly, I love this game. But metacritic review sections are just total garbage. Perfect 10s for no reason and salty 0 scores for no reason... I could see how this might legitimately fall as a 10 for some people, but absolutely no reason to give it a zero except to be edgy and contrary
  27. joaopontesvaz
    May 1, 2017
    9
    Graphics: 9.7 Sound: 9.2 Gameplay: 9.2 Fun/Story: 9.2

    A great game with gorgeous graphics (even better because the open world limitations) with very good level design, textures and frame rate. This new Sony´s IP innovates technically and has a good storytelling. The future is promising.
  28. MiracSpectac
    Dec 17, 2017
    8
    Having no intentions of getting the game prior to a couple weeks before release, I took a chance with Horizon Zero Dawn and ended up falling in love. The game creates a world you can really sink your teeth into with very natural side quests and a wide variety of enemies to encounter. This is very complimentary to the main story, which draws you in with it's mystery and promise of new areasHaving no intentions of getting the game prior to a couple weeks before release, I took a chance with Horizon Zero Dawn and ended up falling in love. The game creates a world you can really sink your teeth into with very natural side quests and a wide variety of enemies to encounter. This is very complimentary to the main story, which draws you in with it's mystery and promise of new areas to explore. My biggest complaint with this aspect is that the places you explore start to feel a little monotonous, but it keeps it fresh enough by the time its campaign ends.… Expand
  29. erfanbasket
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    WHAT SHOULD I SAY. a masterpiece by guerilla games. huge and vast open world full of things to do and an epic story combined with brilliant gameplay. all in one for PS4
  30. Paulo-Lameiras
    Mar 28, 2017
    10
    I was very skeptical. Not only i was never a fan of Killzone, but also, from the vids, HZD looked too much like Ubisoft open world games (schemactic exploration, invisible walls, collectibles, bland story, characters and lore, etc).

    I could not be more wrong! The game is huge, the lore is deep, the story is fantastic, and has some of the most interesting combat i have experienced in a    I was very skeptical. Not only i was never a fan of Killzone, but also, from the vids, HZD looked too much like Ubisoft open world games (schemactic exploration, invisible walls, collectibles, bland story, characters and lore, etc).

    I could not be more wrong! The game is huge, the lore is deep, the story is fantastic, and has some of the most interesting combat i have experienced in a long time. Something i'm particulary loving is the scale and freedom. If you see a mountain, you will certainly find a way to reach the top, even if you are not supposed to be there. Games with this level of seamless freedom are rare. In most open world games you always find a reachable place closed by an invisible wall.

    It does have some flaws. You can not explore most interiors, vendors could have their own stores instead of just standing there, morerandom events in the world would be great, you rarely see NPCs traveling between villages, tallnecks and maps show too much information which, in my opinion, kills the unpredictability of exploration, money is too easy to find/collect, etc. Instead of just look for the typical loot boxes you can find here and there, it would be great to have the ability to unlock doors, steal objects, and if caught by a guard, suffer the consequences.

    Anyway, ffor a new IP and a game of this scale, HZD is simply incredible!    … Expand
  31. The_BlueRose
    Apr 13, 2017
    9
    Horizon reaches a great level on design and accion, however some points of the story and the character deveolpment need to improve, as well as the quests.

    - The story is interesting but still needs a bit more depth, and the sidequests are often short. - Aloy is a great main character but needs a bit more development throught the story. - The combat against the machines is great,    Horizon reaches a great level on design and accion, however some points of the story and the character deveolpment need to improve, as well as the quests.

    - The story is interesting but still needs a bit more depth, and the sidequests are often short.
    - Aloy is a great main character but needs a bit more development throught the story.
    - The combat against the machines is great, diferent machines with diferent mecanics to beat them. My only complains are the weapon wheel, 4 slots only are not enough when facing diferent types of machines and going through menus to change weapons cut the flow.
    Also the combat against humans is poor and need a better mechanic, this combats should be avoided as much as posible, in some points the game forces you to fight human bosses making those fights repetitive and unrewarding.

    In conclusion, Horizon Zero Dawn is a huge brand new franchise with a lot of potential and opportunities to learn and improve.    … Expand
  32. KuroNinja
    Dec 14, 2017
    10
    Been playing this for a few weeks now non-stop, can't put the remote down after playing for more than 30m. This game is awesome, the developers should be proud. Looking forward to more content!
  33. kotymba
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Good game, but with small cons. Gameplay, visualization, sound, story, environment makes HZD charming. NPC and side quests disappoints me. While playing all time compare this game to The Whitcher 3 and it's good that CDproject set the bar for action RPG. If you like last Whitcher you might like this game too. They are different, but both motivate you to explore magnificent world.
  34. Jimez
    Apr 4, 2017
    10
    There comes a time in each gaming generation, where a game is created which can be considered a masterpiece. Each generation has that 1 game, last generation it was arguably The Last of Us on the PS3. This generation, i firmly believe it is Horizon: Zero Dawn. This is what happens when you let a developer have complete control over what is created, and what we ended up with is a gameThere comes a time in each gaming generation, where a game is created which can be considered a masterpiece. Each generation has that 1 game, last generation it was arguably The Last of Us on the PS3. This generation, i firmly believe it is Horizon: Zero Dawn. This is what happens when you let a developer have complete control over what is created, and what we ended up with is a game with a great story, graphically stunning (as photo-mode demonstrates) and has some interesting characters.

    The gameplay is brilliant, the combat (ok can be shaky) is great, and the world itself is breathtaking in places. And once you have done a few hours, you are practically free to explore and discover the world and how it came to be how it is today.

    I'm not going to go into detail, because i want people to enjoy this game for what it is, simply stunning.    … Expand
  35. nortthon
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Epic Game, excellent story, excellent soundtrack, excellent gameplay, the best graphics this generation after Uncharted 4, it looks better than all games on pc graphically lmao poor pc beggars keep begging
  36. Hitagi
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    This game is masterpiece. The storytelling is amazing, entertaining, and interesting. I keep gaming all way because I want to learn more about Aloy and mysterious history about old ones. The open world is very beautiful, and the graphics and audio are great so far. I really like the combat style, and I don't see any problem with it. The best RPG of this year for sure. Yes, I know thatThis game is masterpiece. The storytelling is amazing, entertaining, and interesting. I keep gaming all way because I want to learn more about Aloy and mysterious history about old ones. The open world is very beautiful, and the graphics and audio are great so far. I really like the combat style, and I don't see any problem with it. The best RPG of this year for sure. Yes, I know that game do have some glitch, but Guerrilla Games fixed these bugs quickly.

    Great job, Guerrilla Games. I can't wait for the story expansion.    … Expand
  37. icap
    Apr 2, 2017
    10
    I must say that i delayed purchasing this game post launch since there were some negative reviews about it early on. But now having played it for a good 25+ hours I can safely say it is by far the best overall game I have played ever on any platform. I can't think of anything even coming close. btw I am not a PS fan. I have always owned both consoles and now I even own the xbox one s. OneI must say that i delayed purchasing this game post launch since there were some negative reviews about it early on. But now having played it for a good 25+ hours I can safely say it is by far the best overall game I have played ever on any platform. I can't think of anything even coming close. btw I am not a PS fan. I have always owned both consoles and now I even own the xbox one s. One can only be fare and admit this is a well polished game. With stunning graphics, lots to do, good game mechanics, good level of difficulty. The story line is not bad, its not great but it keeps you going. The open world is really accessible with a good travel system. The level of detail that has gone into developing this Horizon Zero Dawn is truly next gen. I believe that the PS has just began to earn its money as a next gen console. Anything below this threshold is not acceptable. Not anymore anyway… Expand
  38. Geo_Gaming
    Apr 24, 2017
    10
    The story of Horizon Zero Dawn is one that enveloped me, I couldn't help but want to continue on to see what happened next. Though I often stopped myself because I knew before too long I would finish the game and regret not having taken my time and enjoyed all the many little amazing things about the game. Zero Dawn is a game about adventure, and finding the dozens and dozens of amazingThe story of Horizon Zero Dawn is one that enveloped me, I couldn't help but want to continue on to see what happened next. Though I often stopped myself because I knew before too long I would finish the game and regret not having taken my time and enjoyed all the many little amazing things about the game. Zero Dawn is a game about adventure, and finding the dozens and dozens of amazing little details are part of that adventure. From the graphics to the vistas, from the movement to the animal machines, Horizon Zero Dawn is an adventure I never wanted to end.… Expand
  39. Shinma
    Apr 29, 2017
    10
    Best game on ps4 for me. I have not played such good games for a long time. And most importantly with the voice acting in Russian.

    Лучшая игра на PS4 для меня. И главное на русском языке с озвучкой.

    Thanks for the game.
  40. LBENAM
    Apr 21, 2018
    9
    Great story and stunning visuals , they killed off the "father" to quick in my opinion, overall wonderful game to play great storyline.
  41. dash383535
    Nov 30, 2017
    9
    Playstation has a new mascot and her name is Aloy. This is a well-crafted Action RPG from the minds that brought us the Killzone franchise. It amazing that a company who has only made First Person Shooters up until this point made such an amazing game. A weird blend prehistoric and future technology that works well due to a believable world and well-crafted story.

    Story: I don't want    Playstation has a new mascot and her name is Aloy. This is a well-crafted Action RPG from the minds that brought us the Killzone franchise. It amazing that a company who has only made First Person Shooters up until this point made such an amazing game. A weird blend prehistoric and future technology that works well due to a believable world and well-crafted story.

    Story:

    I don't want to spoil the story but I will talk about the beginning. The starts out with an outcast named Aloy, shunned for being a motherless child. You are protected by another outcast named Rost. You find a device called the focus and start discovering more about yourself and how these robot dinosaurs took over the earth. The story seems cliché at first until the twist and turns start happening. By the end, you will have experienced one wild ride.

    Gameplay:

    The gameplay is nice and fluent even at 30FPS. You have many weapons at your disposal like your bow, The Tripcaster, and a bomb sling. The combat is nice but the only way to defend yourself is by rolling out of the way, which 9 times out of 10 you still get hit by something. Speaking of getting hit, this game is hard, even on Normal difficulty. It's nice to have a challenge but when multiple enemies on the screen at one time (especially at the end fight), it will become little too much.

    Technical:

    The Decima engine looks amazing. The best graphics I have ever seen for an open world game. Realistic looking textures that run great even when not using a PS4 Pro. A pretty great soundtrack that meshes the prehistoric and future vibe together. It not the most memorable but it gets the job done. A solid package with no glitches and no DLC to fix mistakes.

    Final Thoughts:
    :
    This is one of the best-crafted games I have played in a while. In an industry that is focused on incomplete games, DLC and yearly sequels, it's nice to see a fresh IP that feels complete and tells a memorable story. A near 10/10 game if not for the fact of questionable dodge mechanics and a somewhat slow start. If you own a PS4, this is a must have title for your collection.    … Expand
  42. gamitech
    May 23, 2021
    9
    Good game. Loved the story. Feel like they could've done something more with the open world. Had no issues or bugs. Loved it overall
  43. Daniel_N
    May 16, 2021
    10
    I had a lot of fun playing this game. I liked how entertaining the storyline was, the characters themselves, the gameplay (of course), and the visually entertaining graphics. Slight problem; the mechanics can be a little difficult to adjust to.
  44. Lord_Khey
    Aug 14, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've been playing video games since the Atari 2600 in 1982. I've had a Commodore 64, a NES, a Genesis, was a member of the "PC Master Race" for a while, and then a PS2, 3, and 4 owner. "Horizon: Zero Dawn" may be the best -storytelling- of any game I've ever played. I've played many Final Fantasys, Baldur's Gate, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, the first Mass Effect game, all the Assassin's Creeds, etc... but H:ZD chilled me to the bone. Mostly because the premise is entirely believable as corporate greed and "forever wars" seem on the verge of destroying us in real life.

    Throw in a no-nonsense, yet still charming, protagonist, a mix of primitive societies and advanced technology, you have as solid an experience as you could ask for.

    The gameplay is pretty smooth. The only reason this game isn't a 10 is because of some issues with aiming your bow (yet your view is obstructed by plants or rocks) a hit-and-miss dodge mechanic (you eventually power up to a long-range diving roll, but it still doesn't outdistance the machine attacks), and a jump/no climb problem that was prevalent in Red Dead Redemption. The final battle was also a bit poorly designed (tear arrows suddenly don't work...in the same arena where the walls for cover don't last???), but I enjoyed the concept of having allies (or not) depending on how you played the rest of the game.

    The music is solid, graphics/color schemes are rich and detailed, the voicework among the principal and middle characters is strong, and the variety of foes, weapons, and power-ups are satisfying without being burdensome or useless.

    But it is the story that makes this game special. From the richly imagined "Project Zero Dawn" as the only viable solution for the possible survival of the species, to the traditions of the reclusive Nora tribe, there's a lot to sink your proverbial teeth into.

    It's also designed well in the sense that for the opening chapter of the game, you think it's going to be a little "Hunger Games-y" where Aloy will prove herself to the tribe that cast her out at birth - that she will make friends with her fellow competitors during "the Proving," even winning over the headstrong bully, Bast.

    Nope.

    Immediately upon winning The Proving, everything goes sideways, and the ride you thought you were getting on jumps completely onto a different roller coaster (this is a good thing, by the way). The journey through the Cauldrons, discoveries about what happened 1,000 years prior, all feels genuine and it was difficult to be an adult and shut the game off so I could go to work the next day with some semblance of sleep. Not many games have been able to do that for me.

    Sign me up for the Forbidden West...    … Expand
  45. Ranger_River
    Feb 15, 2022
    10
    Great story. Fantastic graphics. Enjoyable gameplay. It really is a complete, big and beautiful game. It has many eye-catching environments. It can keep us entertained for hours. The only problem with the game is that the dialogues are boring. Overall it is a unique experience.
    Must Play
  46. Rubje
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    This game has: dinosaurs, robots, dinosaur robots, post-apocalyptic world, jaw-dropping graphics and animations, great storyline, and, to finish everything off, it has the best monster hunter/bow arrow combat I have ever seen in a game.
    Horizon Forbidden West is my most anticipated game (of maybe all time?).
  47. Nadir_ALzadjali
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    my favorite game of all time.
    narration and level design go very well together.
    the game slows down sometimes but picks up fast immediately the next level. combat is very fluid from stealth take down to ranged attacks to hand combat. for trophy hunters it is a very easy game to platinum but lengthy. after spending sometime to level up and buy new gear, you can literally be invincible.    my favorite game of all time.
    narration and level design go very well together.
    the game slows down sometimes but picks up fast immediately the next level.
    combat is very fluid from stealth take down to ranged attacks to hand combat.
    for trophy hunters it is a very easy game to platinum but lengthy.
    after spending sometime to level up and buy new gear, you can literally be invincible.
    every machine has a unique style to fight and weakness point which is very engaging to learn about the machines.    … Expand
  48. Rafarodfer
    May 6, 2021
    9
    Lembro do hype que fiquei quando esse jogo foi anunciado e da alegria que fiquei quando comecei a joga-lo. Gráficos lindíssimos, história muito boa, inimigos incríveis e combates divertidos. Show!
  49. Fickelouss
    Mar 13, 2021
    9
    There are few games that come back into my mind moths after completion as much as Horizon: Zero Dawn. It's colourful world & excellent gameplay are wprth anyones time to see for themselves. Although the side cast can have very stiff feeling dialouge & personalities, the story in itself is enough to warrant a full 30-50 hour playthrough
  50. Malim100
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Uno de los mejores sandbox de la generación, el Gameplay y la lucha contra las máquinas es brutal, puedes afrontar cada combate con las distintas máquinas. La exploración es brutalmente reconfortante. El Lore es muy bueno, el universo tiene mucha profundidad. Lo único que añadan más vida o posibilidades en las ciudades
  51. Timoskrd
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    The best Open Word Game i played. The Word is just beautiful. The Roboter Monsters are so impressive and cool do fight with them and the Story is so interesting I just love it.
  52. renatoelyone
    Jul 10, 2021
    10
    Complete game perfect gameplay, charismatic characters and a game that has almost no defects in its great proposal from beginning to end.
  53. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    A fantastic adventure.

    Good - I like alloy's personality. She doesn't take s*** from anyone, but yet she has sympathy and is reasonable to those who deserve it. She's also very strong and does not rely on others. - the game touches on the controversial topic of AI singularity. The way they told the story made it such a mystery, and it's really cool how there's this whole new    A fantastic adventure.

    Good

    - I like alloy's personality. She doesn't take s*** from anyone, but yet she has sympathy and is reasonable to those who deserve it. She's also very strong and does not rely on others.

    - the game touches on the controversial topic of AI singularity. The way they told the story made it such a mystery, and it's really cool how there's this whole new primitive civilization that came out of this apocalypse. And the whole time it made me constantly Wonder what this project zero Dawn was.

    - it's very interesting listening to all the audio recordings of people in the past, especially the people who worked on zero dawn. And how each one of them came to either accept or decline their fate.

    - the thought of machines duplicating endlessly consuming biomatter is scary. And how after they've consumed all biomatter, there would be just millions of robots hibernating on the surface of the planet waiting for any new biomatter to appear. Like some kind of grim silent death trap for any alien.

    - I feel like a tomb Raider of sorts, because I'm reading pretty much tombs of life before the robot apocalypse. Except the theme is a little reversed, because alloy is a primitive person rating the tomb of a more advanced civilization.

    - the constant back and forth gameplay in the main quest between the present day affairs in the primitive land, and the contrasting tomb rating of the advanced past gives diversity to the gameplay. It's like two parallel storylines, which tv shows use too.

    - that part when sylens rescued alloy was epic

    - seeing alloy rise from being an outcast, nobody, to literally a holy figure as she was walking out of all mother was a very surreal moment even from the point of view of the player. I really like how alloy doesn't care for authority and the law if it does not make sense, even from the matriarchs.

    - many of the side missions are well connected to the two main story lines. Both the primitive civilization and the robot apocolypse past. The game introduces you to characters in the beginning that Branch out into side quests later on in the game. This fundamental introduction to these characters allows me to make a connection with them, and for me to actually care about the quests that they put me on later. Not many games are able to make me care about side missions like Horizon zero Dawn can.

    - using the rope caster and tieing down robots then hitting their armor parts off or using critical hits on them feels very satisfying.

    - knowing the sacrifice that Elisabet made was just heart wrenching.

    - there's a good balance between using melee, projectiles, and traps in combat.

    Bad

    - The ledges can be highlighted more vividly. Because they aren't, there are many times where I am not sure where I can be climbing until I started randomly jumping.

    - some of the NPC facial animations when they're talking doesn't match the expressive voice acting. The facial movements of each character just aren't all that big.

    - there are a lot of ways to exploit the combat using the environment. Like staying in a spot where the boss can't reach you. Most games would restrict the area you can go but Horizon zero Dawn allows you to pretty much go anywhere in a large area during the fight.

    - the final chapter ended too fast. I was really hoping the final battle was gonna be more epic. It was alright. It just happened really fast, and there weren't any new machines, just a big deathbringer and other minions. Given the amazing story this far, I also expected a twist to happen, but the ending was very predictable. Still good, but I was hoping for something more spicy.    … Expand
  54. AngelTecashi
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Me encanta, no diré nada para no decir spoilers, pero muy recomendable del catálogo de 2016, sinceramente estoy ansioso por su secuela, pero sale hasta 2022.
  55. leopo
    Jan 30, 2021
    9
    Después de probar todos los exclusivos de Sony de la generación de PS4 puedo decir sin miedo que el mejor de todos ellos, sin duda para mi, es este Horizon Zero Dawn. Disfrutarás al máximo cazando máquinas post apocalípticas.
  56. felipelucktt
    Aug 17, 2021
    9
    Um jogo ótimo, com uma ambientação única e espetacular. Gráficos de cair o queixo e história e jogabilidade ótimas.
  57. loadingthisworl
    May 25, 2021
    10
    My second favourite game ever, it's cheap right now. BUY IT! The combat is super fun and fluid, story is amazing, just such a good game.
  58. FideoCollima
    May 3, 2021
    10
    Guerrila Games se sale del libreto y nos entrega la mejor obra de su estudio, el mejor juego del 2017, cada segundo invertido en este juego lo valen todo.
  59. samukaskin
    May 3, 2021
    9
    Positivo:
    1. História maravilhosa, bem amarrada, e original (ainda que o gênero de distopias esteja próximo à saturação). Uma nova definição para o termo "Deus Ex Machina".
    2. Ambientação perfeita. 3. Gráficos muito decentes. 4. IA muito boa. 5. Ótima variedade de armas (não precisa necessariamente usar todas para zerar o jogo, mas são muito úteis para a platina), opções de gameplay    Positivo:
    1. História maravilhosa, bem amarrada, e original (ainda que o gênero de distopias esteja próximo à saturação). Uma nova definição para o termo "Deus Ex Machina".
    2. Ambientação perfeita.
    3. Gráficos muito decentes.
    4. IA muito boa.
    5. Ótima variedade de armas (não precisa necessariamente usar todas para zerar o jogo, mas são muito úteis para a platina), opções de gameplay (diversas abordagens podem ser feitas com combate direto, mortes em stealth, ou simplesmente fugindo no lombo de uma máquina), de ambientes e de desafios.
    6. Gameplay prazerosa e fluida.

    Negativo:
    1. Joguei a versão completa em 2021 e ainda sofri com alguns bugs, especialmente de ficar preso dentro de paredes.
    2. A câmera me atrapalhou demais em alguns combates, especialmente contra máquinas voadoras.    … Expand
  60. Ps5-reviews
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Mate!This is my goty 2017!This game is great in almost evrithing.For first i think this is my favourite open world map.The technical part of this gameis really good.Another stronger part of the game is the various tipes of machines.The narrtive part of hzd is imponent telling a great story with fantastic charatchers.The soundtrack is also great!The combat sistem with the humans is the onlyMate!This is my goty 2017!This game is great in almost evrithing.For first i think this is my favourite open world map.The technical part of this gameis really good.Another stronger part of the game is the various tipes of machines.The narrtive part of hzd is imponent telling a great story with fantastic charatchers.The soundtrack is also great!The combat sistem with the humans is the only bad thing with this game but i think we can definitely pass trough this.… Expand
  61. EasyGamerBoi
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    This is one of the best games I’ve ever played, period. The story. THE STORY!!! I fell in love it’s absolute bliss. The visuals oh my god the visuals. Stunning. This is the first open world game I’ve ever truly enjoyed & broke barriers down for me to finally get into the genre more. None have yet to do it as perfectly as HZD for me. I literally adore everything about this game and can’tThis is one of the best games I’ve ever played, period. The story. THE STORY!!! I fell in love it’s absolute bliss. The visuals oh my god the visuals. Stunning. This is the first open world game I’ve ever truly enjoyed & broke barriers down for me to finally get into the genre more. None have yet to do it as perfectly as HZD for me. I literally adore everything about this game and can’t praise it enough. Nothing bad about it even comes to mind when I try my hardest to think of a single flaw. That’s how fantastic this game is. I can’t wait for Forbidden West to come out so I can have this amazing experience all over again!… Expand
  62. Bullpaco
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    Perfect game! Brilliant gameplay and story, one of the best exclusives games on ps4. If you like open world games, you must try this one.
  63. OmegaGames
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    The textures and the lightning are amazing. Horizon has an expansive open world which is alive and satisfying to explore. Side quests do not repeat and are enjoyable, character design (armors, weapons...) is really appealing. The dlc is worth it. The combat is amazing with machines being modelled to their individual pieces. It is focused on strategic planning and stealth, and It does aThe textures and the lightning are amazing. Horizon has an expansive open world which is alive and satisfying to explore. Side quests do not repeat and are enjoyable, character design (armors, weapons...) is really appealing. The dlc is worth it. The combat is amazing with machines being modelled to their individual pieces. It is focused on strategic planning and stealth, and It does a nice job with that. In this game you will find a beautiful color palette, sharp graphics, good lighting, original world and character design, an appealing story, rewarding combat...

    This is one of the best open world rpg games you will find. It is original, looks amazing, has great gameplay and an interesting story. It completes itself with the details. The dlc, the music, the voice acting, the UI. Everything is polished and connects properly.

    Must play.    … Expand
  64. Sky123
    May 7, 2017
    10
    OMG one of the best game i have ever played, great writing, extraordinary gorgeous graphics, rich gorgeous open world, challenging & tactical combat and every thing is wow.

    Graphics : Superbly excellent graphics i have ever scene, one of the best and uniquely constructed open world game, the graphics are so realistic, with dynamic day - night cycle and weather system, extremely diverse    OMG one of the best game i have ever played, great writing, extraordinary gorgeous graphics, rich gorgeous open world, challenging & tactical combat and every thing is wow.

    Graphics : Superbly excellent graphics i have ever scene, one of the best and uniquely constructed open world game, the graphics are so realistic, with dynamic day - night cycle and weather system, extremely diverse environment like sandy desert, lush green dense foggy forests, semi green areas, lakes and snow covered areas.

    Story : Impressively compelling from the beginning, full of enjoyable quests, shadowed with mysteries which are uncovered as you progress, each and every side quest feels meaningful and progressive & is more like a mini story. There are also a couple of emotional scenes.

    Combat: like every thing else combat is amazing and addictive, AI is intelligent and deceiving which delivers challenging enemies both humans and machines, with vast variety of enemies there are total of 26 type of machines most are aggressive and vastly different from each other in terms of strengths, weaknesses and engaging tactics, really enjoyable & rewarding combat, there are many choices at your disposal to pick the style of your choosing before you start a battle or deal with an enemy.

    Crafting is excellent, you can collect stuff in the rich gorgeous open world or purchase them, there are variety of weapons with multiple ammo types each with different properties, There are many skills which gets more amazing b/z you can get all of the skills, level up, collectibles, weapon mods, secret armor and more.
    Game got lineage to some other games such as Far Cry like collectibles, hunting and liberating bandit camps & even some similarities to Uncharted like platforming but in horizon dawn you will enjoy it and are far far farrrrrrrrrrr batter.

    I Finished 100% and it isn't something that you will play and forget. Horizon zero dawn is the masterpiece of 2017.    … Expand
  65. floydryan
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    To me this came as an absolute surprise. I thought it will be a bland Ubisoftish openworld game with nonsensical robo-dinosaurs in a post-apocalyptic stone age story. Man, was i wrong! This game is brilliant. One of the best thought through SF storylines in any game i played. Excellent world-building, lovely many character, great enemy design and combat gameplay. Seriously, it is the firstTo me this came as an absolute surprise. I thought it will be a bland Ubisoftish openworld game with nonsensical robo-dinosaurs in a post-apocalyptic stone age story. Man, was i wrong! This game is brilliant. One of the best thought through SF storylines in any game i played. Excellent world-building, lovely many character, great enemy design and combat gameplay. Seriously, it is the first game where i desperately try to find more in-game lore texts, just to learn more about the world. I even do all the open world "collectible" stuff, which i normally never do, just because it is so well tied into the whole world and makes sense. Sure, there are things to criticize, but the strengths by far outweighs the weaknesses. If you own a PS4, i would say this is a must buy & must play immediately. What a surprise!

    Awesome:
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    - Great character and story progression
    - Story has a great pacing
    - Some of the writing is exceptional
    - No Deus Ex Machina, the story is surpassingly robust for such a weird setting
    - World and Story convey a real sense of mystery
    - Aloy is such a great, bottom to earth main character (also great voice acting)
    - Open world gameplay (collectibles, bandit camps, towers) are not overabundant and fit well into the world
    - Great variety of weapons and enemies
    - Tactical but fluid combat
    - Good number of well presented quests
    - Great vertical level design
    - On highest difficulty (recommended!) many random encounters feel like epic boss battles

    Could be better:
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    - Crafting and stealth are a bit too simplified
    - Human enemy AI is not very smart (lure and stealth kills are op)
    - Variety of the world map comes at the cost of absurd climate (4 climate zones on 20km^2)
    - Facial animation could be better
    - Climbing hotspots are hard to see sometimes (also a pro, since it doesn't break immersion)
    - It ends    … Expand
  66. ChickenCrimpy
    Mar 25, 2017
    10
    This game is one of the greats. Stunning visuals and game play. I love games with bows anyway so this is right up my alley. I love the random little quips that Aloy makes when your adventuring. It really gives her personality some depth and she comes out with some funny lines at times. The story is told very well. It works backwards so as you progress you get to find out why things are theThis game is one of the greats. Stunning visuals and game play. I love games with bows anyway so this is right up my alley. I love the random little quips that Aloy makes when your adventuring. It really gives her personality some depth and she comes out with some funny lines at times. The story is told very well. It works backwards so as you progress you get to find out why things are the way they are, bit by bit.

    Whilst I love this game, it is a shame that it is a PS4 exclusive. Its a shame that XBox owners don't get to share in this fantastic game.    … Expand
  67. RJ_Crooks
    Dec 28, 2017
    9
    This is a must play game. A fun and refreshing story with solid mechanics. Don't miss out on this masterpiece.
  68. Chrispy52x2006
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    As of writing I have not completed the game. I am playing on a OG PS4

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

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

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

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

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

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

    I highly recommend this game.    … Expand
  69. Suchi
    Mar 9, 2021
    10
    The Story, Gameplay, Graphics, AI is really awesome. I bought a PS4 to start playing exclusive games when it was released and was not disappointed.
  70. GrandMasterJR
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    I thoroughly enjoyed Horizon Zero Dawn, the story drew me in and made me want to rush through, but the rich world and challenge of battling robot t-rex's with laser cannons made me want to explore every corner of this beautifully crafted world. Love it!
  71. Sojum
    Apr 14, 2021
    10
    This was a stellar game on PS4 and 4 years later it is still hands above most other games on the market, with a beautiful touch up on the PC release. Graphics are lush and detailed, and at 4K RTX I can’t stop taking photos of the landscapes. Gameplay is fairly smooth. Although jumping is a bit clunky and the ability to lock on to targets is sorely missing. Otherwise, performance andThis was a stellar game on PS4 and 4 years later it is still hands above most other games on the market, with a beautiful touch up on the PC release. Graphics are lush and detailed, and at 4K RTX I can’t stop taking photos of the landscapes. Gameplay is fairly smooth. Although jumping is a bit clunky and the ability to lock on to targets is sorely missing. Otherwise, performance and mechanics are all pretty solid and satisfying - fun to play.

    I don’t usually talk up the story on games - even the best game story usually pales in quality and creativity to other mediums (literature, film). Horizon is the exception to the rule. The story is compelling from the first exposition scene and manages to keep enough hidden to hold your interest throughout the course. Even on multiple play through, this balance is felt. Voice acting is overall very good, with dialogue that mostly manages not to be too cheesy. But RPGs gotta RPG, so the tropes and cliches are still found sprinkled throughout - the just tend not to be load bearing.

    Look, if you haven’t picked this up yet on sale for 30 bucks or leases, what are you waiting for? It’s twice that in gameplay hours, easily, and one of the finest gaming experiences of the past decade. The sequel, when it’s released, will be the reason to finally buy a PS5.    … Expand
  72. Jorlan
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    The best open world RPG game currently available right now. The game is so immersive and the combat system is the best. The game visual fidelity is astounding and lifelike. It is an amalgamation of Witcher 3, Far Cry Primal, Uncharted and Mass Effect.
  73. peabuddie
    May 25, 2017
    10
    Giving HZD a 0 is ridiculous. It's beyond ridiculous. I particularly don't get this "pushing of agenda" crap. Sure there are a couple gay characters but the dialogue is so brief and so easy to ignore. It's practically irrelevant. I'm usually sensitive to the cultural agendas that have taken over every single thing in our world but I just didn't see anything all that big a deal in thisGiving HZD a 0 is ridiculous. It's beyond ridiculous. I particularly don't get this "pushing of agenda" crap. Sure there are a couple gay characters but the dialogue is so brief and so easy to ignore. It's practically irrelevant. I'm usually sensitive to the cultural agendas that have taken over every single thing in our world but I just didn't see anything all that big a deal in this game. Nothing like you find in DAI. Beyond that I have never given a 10 to any game. I've been playing video games since 1979, yep that long so I have perspective and there are few games that reach a 10. Many of those that would happened long before Metacritic existed (say LOZ or HL2 would be 10's for their time) To say HZD reaches my internal objective of a 10 is stretching it because innovation should be a part of that score and although there is some it isn't mind blowing. However given the climate of today's gaming HZD is far and away better, more imaginative, sleeker, more entertaining and more exceptional than 99% of all the crap out there. It is fun, it is beautiful, it has good story, it has really fun combat, awesome machines, great AI, fantastic settings, a unique world. It's worth every dang dime I paid for it and I want more of it. Is it perfect? no, it could use a few tweeks here and there, a better map system, a camera tweak, maybe few other little tiny tweaks here and there but overall, it's better than both the new TR's in every way. It blows ME Andromeda out of the water. It's a very solid game with a good vision and a unique, fascinating world. Very, very few games deserve a 0 and the there is no way in hell this game deserves a 0. You have to be really immature to throw 0's at a product of this quality. You don't love the game? Not your cup of tea? That's fine but freaking be objective and rate it according to at least some objective standards. Buy this game, you won't regret it.… Expand
  74. samasosuke
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Jogo Fabuloso! Aloy personagem incrivel. Sistema de combate perfeito, OSt maravilhosa é um jogo Goty de 2017. Os gráficos mais incrível do PS4. Sony est´ de parabéns.
  75. phoeniix23
    Apr 23, 2017
    10
    After spending 2 months playing Horizon and taking my time with it, with trophies at 97% completion, I can safely say that this is one PS4 Exclusive that is jaw droppingly good!!

    GRAPHICS: This is THE BEST game I've ever played graphics wise. I spend a lot of time just switching to photo mode and exclaiming loudly at how beautiful the world, the environment, the lighting, the    After spending 2 months playing Horizon and taking my time with it, with trophies at 97% completion, I can safely say that this is one PS4 Exclusive that is jaw droppingly good!!

    GRAPHICS:
    This is THE BEST game I've ever played graphics wise. I spend a lot of time just switching to photo mode and exclaiming loudly at how beautiful the world, the environment, the lighting, the characters, the art design, EVERYTHING, looks! I thought Uncharted 4 was the pinnacle but this for me is more impressive especially since it's an open world game. Perfect score for graphics. I recommend turning off all HUD elements and notifications, and go Naughty Dog style; clean interface. I played Dragon Age Inquisition right after Horizon just to start clearing my backlog but my God what a huge difference in graphical fidelity. It's like rubbing sand in my eyes using sandpaper. Graphics on the PS4 has definitely improved in leaps and bounds in 2017, can't wait for Death Stranding!

    GAMEPLAY
    Playing as Aloy is fun and challenging sometimes depending on ur playstyle. I rarely use melee, xray mode, tagging enemies nd instead just rely on sound and sight, like a real hunter and it really makes the game more immersive and fun. Weapons are varied and adds a different dimension for each situation. Hunting Lodge challenges are also fun to complete, making sure you try out every single weapon to the best of its potential. Taking down huge dinobots in the fastest time possible is always fun and never gets old. Human enemies though are annoying and too easy to kill, and their AI could be better.

    ROLEPLAYING ELEMENTS AND CHOICE
    This game to me is a hybrid of Tomb Raider and the Witcher 3. There's not much choice in roleplaying that will lead to multiple endings. Armor and weapons are just progressive upgrades of the same type, and there are not much stats tinkering if ur into old school RPG a la KOTOR, Skyrim, Fallout etc. Modifications of weapons/armor are the only thing I feel that comes close to me tweaking around with Aloy's stats. I basically use the same loadout through the whole game until I got the best armor in game. So hopefully they improve on this in Horizon 2, unless this is the style they're going for. An action-RPG lite hybrid, which I don't really mind either cos its more focused and fun. A fun game is a fun game so all's good.

    STORY
    Cutscenes are well done. Story is predictable to me. Nothing amazing or deeply engaging like Mafia 3, Last of Us, Witcher 3, Fallout 4, Sleeping Dogs, Yakuza 0, and so on. In fact, the many text and audio logs can be disruptive to the game flow cos it slows things down at the most importune times. Its not as well done as Bioshock's audio logs where I was looking forward to collecting the next one just to hear what the heck happened in Rapture. Cos here I basically know what happened, nothing ground breaking or plot twisting if u've watched/played post apocalypse media. Also, sidequests are decent, nothing as awesome as Witcher 3's but at least there are no fetch quests and kill X amount of this.

    All in all, this is a game worth buying at full price, I had Zero buyers remorse, and wished i had bought the Collector's edition instead.

    TWO THUMBS UP!!    … Expand
  76. Jammer
    Apr 12, 2021
    9
    Utterly fantastic and captivating gaming experience. Really is a very, very good game.
  77. platti
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    eines der besten ps4 spiele die es gibt. wer uncharted gespielt hat wird von horizon der grafikbombe noch mehr fasziniert sein. unbedingt dieses meisterwerk kaufen.
  78. colinsmall34
    Apr 1, 2017
    9
    You would have to be a complete moron and/or a troll in order to rate this a zero, as some have been doing. It's an incredibly well made game. I give it 9-9.5. The storyline, gameplay, graphics and soundtrack are all excellent. It copies a lot of elements like stealth, combat, crafting, trading, climbing and puzzle solving from other great games/series like Skyrim, Uncharted, Tomb Raider,You would have to be a complete moron and/or a troll in order to rate this a zero, as some have been doing. It's an incredibly well made game. I give it 9-9.5. The storyline, gameplay, graphics and soundtrack are all excellent. It copies a lot of elements like stealth, combat, crafting, trading, climbing and puzzle solving from other great games/series like Skyrim, Uncharted, Tomb Raider, Far Cry, Assassins' Creed, and others, and combines them all for a very enjoyable gaming experience. It's not quite as massive an open world as Skyrim, but it's certainly a world with plenty to explore and discover.

    Don't listen to the low reviews as this is an amazing game that you need to buy.    … Expand
  79. wboy8807
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    Awesome story, non linear, tons of secrets, awesome fun hunting, and addicting game play all around. This game is a must play for anyone who owns a PS4.
  80. enixkingdom
    May 17, 2017
    9
    Your enjoyment with Horizon is going to depend on how you feel about open world games with a Far Cry-esque structure, it's not trying to reinvent the wheel and tinker with this formula, yet it manages to feel fresh because it's approaching it with such a different concept. I personally thought the story was excellent, Aloy's initial motivation is only to find out more about her past butYour enjoyment with Horizon is going to depend on how you feel about open world games with a Far Cry-esque structure, it's not trying to reinvent the wheel and tinker with this formula, yet it manages to feel fresh because it's approaching it with such a different concept. I personally thought the story was excellent, Aloy's initial motivation is only to find out more about her past but that eventually leads to a much bigger reveal about what happened to earth before and why it is like that right now, it's well written and while that part of the narrative takes some time to get rolling, I was intrigued and curious to find out more.

    Gameplay has light rpg elements, I can tell they wanted it to be accessible in terms of customization, crafting, modifying weapons, skill trees etc - and the fun in fighting these machines roaming around comes from understanding how to exploit their weaknesses, that's when the combat really shines and it's thrilling to finally take down the bigger ones after testing different strategies.

    Side content overall is enjoyable, enjoyed the structure of many side quests and I'm glad they didn't go crazy with the amount of times you can do each activity - I.E having you liberate like 5 settlements from bandits and not 20, I think that helps to avoid making any game feel much more repetitive than it needs to be, and while it's not flawless and I could definitely nitpick about some things here and there, I think Guerrilla did a great job and I'm looking forward to any extra content they are working on.    … Expand
  81. wrath_of_khan
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Before I get started, allow me to state: Horizon Zero Dawn is among the greatest video games I have ever had the pleasure of playing.

    I had no intentions of buying this game. I wasn't following it and when I saw a couple trailers I didn't think it looked all that interesting, so I meant to pass. However, after seeing its glowing reviews, I wanted to see what the fuss was about. 45 hours    Before I get started, allow me to state: Horizon Zero Dawn is among the greatest video games I have ever had the pleasure of playing.

    I had no intentions of buying this game. I wasn't following it and when I saw a couple trailers I didn't think it looked all that interesting, so I meant to pass. However, after seeing its glowing reviews, I wanted to see what the fuss was about. 45 hours and a platinum trophy later, I can unequivocally say this is among the best PS4 exclusives out there.

    The story is moving (besides some exposition dump-style dialogue early on) and is the first game for a while to actually elicit a true emotion from me. The gameplay loop it creates is addicting and fun, and the crafting, leveling, questing, combat and other features, while never anything new or innovative, are top-notch. This game fixes a few minor issues I have with open world games through its fast travel mechanics requiring a travel pack, as well as its collectibles and radio towers serving a higher purpose than "get another percentage."

    The only critiques I have for it are somewhat nitpick-y. One, the map doesn't have a filter option leading to clutter. Second, the exposition dumps early on. Finally, while most voice acting is good, there is the occasional voice actor/actress that is so bad it can be distracting. Really, this game is a 9.5 but I had to pick between 9 and 10 for this review and felt it leaned closer to 10.

    This game's world is amazing. I don't want it to be over. The apocalypse isn't harped on, but instead the new people populating the planet all live lives based on the idea of hope. The world isn't bleak--it's bright and colorful, and I hope the future of this franchise is, as well.    … Expand
  82. sugarias
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Amazing game,great visuals,amazing robot enemies,exhilarating battle full of option,interesting story and ofcourse amazing open world and lore!!!one of the best games i've played on the ps4!!i just cant stop playing!!a must buy title!!!
  83. Ewflex
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    I love the combat and exploration. Aloy is a endearing character and the robots are the highlight of the game. The story is definitely interesting and I am almost done with the main quest. I literally hate that metacritic allow these butt holes to give a game a zero or a 1 just the throw shade on a game. They allow anyone to review games and should force them to justify the score below 4I love the combat and exploration. Aloy is a endearing character and the robots are the highlight of the game. The story is definitely interesting and I am almost done with the main quest. I literally hate that metacritic allow these butt holes to give a game a zero or a 1 just the throw shade on a game. They allow anyone to review games and should force them to justify the score below 4 or 5/10. HZD isn't perfect but no game is. The AI for the enemie are better than I thought but they could be better. It's really surprising how good guerilla gamer did on their first RPG. Oh, the RPG elements are also well done although understanding the menu could be more streamlined.… Expand
  84. arijitfrens2006
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Hats of GG and thank you for such an amazing experience.. Totally loved everything about the game. The game looks beautiful and amazing. Total i played for over 30 hours.. Now cant wait to get the Plat trophy. I hope GG plans on making dlcs too...
    Those who haven't played the game please give it a try.. Its an amazing journey and ALOY is the new Playstation Icon.. Ignore troll reviews    Hats of GG and thank you for such an amazing experience.. Totally loved everything about the game. The game looks beautiful and amazing. Total i played for over 30 hours.. Now cant wait to get the Plat trophy. I hope GG plans on making dlcs too...
    Those who haven't played the game please give it a try.. Its an amazing journey and ALOY is the new Playstation Icon.. Ignore troll reviews like i read someone wrote the gfx sucks and stuff.. We all know that's false. Please dont let such idiots spoil your experience...    … Expand
  85. Fair344
    Apr 10, 2017
    10
    Fantastic game. After hearing so many god things about this game I went and bought it. The positive reviews were not over-selling.

    It is genuinely a great game if you like open worlds, crafting, exploring, and combat. Side-quests do not feel 'grindy' or tedious. Inventory for crafting is well organized and clean. Gorgeous graphics and smooth play (PS4 Pro). Well worth the money, in my opinion.
  86. stiglitzz
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This is the truth - a unique case, when in fact, the copy of the most popular game mechanics all gathered together, and it is capable to surprise and bring an unreal amount of new gaming experience while playing, I Do not know how it works, but it works! like magic .. in the last 7 years, I'm truly into something new.

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

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

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

    Why not 9/10? therefore, that over the past 7 years, I finally get a new gaming experience. Which I did not bring - not a Witcher, not Skyrim, etc.    … Expand
  87. Valkyrie117
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing. Not only is the base game superb but the amount of fine details really makes you feel immersed. If you call out in the mountains, there is an echo. When it begins to snow, Aloy will comment how it feels on her skin. If you complete a trial the first time with a gold level they have special voice prompts for you. When you dive into the water Aloy will say somethingThis game is amazing. Not only is the base game superb but the amount of fine details really makes you feel immersed. If you call out in the mountains, there is an echo. When it begins to snow, Aloy will comment how it feels on her skin. If you complete a trial the first time with a gold level they have special voice prompts for you. When you dive into the water Aloy will say something about it. Enter that old ruin you visited as a kid, Aloy comments that maybe she could discover more now that she returned as an adult (*also a hint that you can find a power core there!).

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

    Couldn't recommend this game enough!    … Expand
  88. DefinitelyMayb
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    Not a perfect game by any stretch of the imagination, but a really good attempt at making one. Everything about Horizon is made of love and an understanding how open world RPG ought to work. It is incredible that a studio once famous for making the pretty looking average-first person, Killzone, has gone and done this. Kudos is well deserved here. The combat is arguably the best bow +arrowNot a perfect game by any stretch of the imagination, but a really good attempt at making one. Everything about Horizon is made of love and an understanding how open world RPG ought to work. It is incredible that a studio once famous for making the pretty looking average-first person, Killzone, has gone and done this. Kudos is well deserved here. The combat is arguably the best bow +arrow combo I have every played and sets a really high standard of rewarding gameplay that never feels tiresome, yet technically you are doing the same thing again. The open world is one of the best I've seen and the enemy AI is awesome.

    The biggest flaw of Horizon is that it literally borrows all its elements from every other game. There a bit of Far Cry here, Witcher 3 here, Dark Souls here, Shadow of Mordor etc. However, when these components are done so well, you can't help but appreciate what a masterpiece of a game this is. Although at times the story and characters feel a bit shallow, I was never bored advancing the story, and even collecting the collectibles never felt like a chore (unlike most other Ubisoft piss takes). Horizon showcases how a proper open world should always be and that player agency is the utmost importance here.

    I hope with the upcoming sequel they might make the world a bit smaller, but a bit richer in tasks to do. I would also like to see if they could incorporate a new gameplay mechanic to showcase its difference.    … Expand
  89. Plndrm
    Apr 9, 2017
    10
    This Game is seriously amazing!
    Gameplay 10/10
    Graphics 10/10 Sound & Story 10/10 For the next Version or the DLCs they still should work on the following: -KI of the Soldiers -Entering more Buildings like it was possible in the Microsoft Game "Fable" -Being able to dive into the water For me as an owner also from Xbox and fan of the Fable Series, Horizon is like a better    This Game is seriously amazing!
    Gameplay 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Sound & Story 10/10

    For the next Version or the DLCs they still should work on the following:

    -KI of the Soldiers
    -Entering more Buildings like it was possible in the Microsoft Game "Fable"
    -Being able to dive into the water

    For me as an owner also from Xbox and fan of the Fable Series, Horizon is like a better upgrade of the old fable games, but of course i miss the humor of fable ;-)
    Definitely one of the MUST HAVE Games on the playstation 4 so far. Good Job!    … Expand
  90. Kirillito
    Jun 18, 2017
    10
    This is a kind of a game you buy PS4 for. Simply brilliant.
    + Graphics and world design are marvelous, stunning, especially with PS4 Pro in 4K. So much of details, such a beautiful lighting environments. You just can't stop making screenshots.
    + Gameplay. I haven't had so much fun since... I don't remember when. The battle system and AI are so engaging and fun that I couldn't stop    This is a kind of a game you buy PS4 for. Simply brilliant.
    + Graphics and world design are marvelous, stunning, especially with PS4 Pro in 4K. So much of details, such a beautiful lighting environments. You just can't stop making screenshots.
    + Gameplay. I haven't had so much fun since... I don't remember when. The battle system and AI are so engaging and fun that I couldn't stop playing even after beating the game. Different enemies require different tactics, each battle creates a unique experience based on the approach that you decide to take (stealth/action/override/...).
    + Story. I wish there were more games like this. I haven't been so captivated by the story since Fallout 1-2 games (yes, Guerrilla Games were definitely inspired by those series, but they have a very different and much more modern approach to the similar concept). There aren't many games on the market with a good storytelling nowadays, and this game is a real gulp of fresh air.
    - There are minor issues with facial animations and occasional rare bugs, but nothing that was bad enough to get me disappointed in the game.
    Guerrilla Games, bravo!    … Expand
  91. Titanjarvis
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    One of The best games ever. Graphics are great. A huge story line with interesting characters. We got a new Playstation icon. All in all the Better Zelda Botw
  92. TheSpideyReview
    Dec 24, 2017
    8
    This is a fun time-waster game that isn't the most original or innovative, but still fun to play nevertheless.
  93. SensualSanta
    Mar 4, 2017
    9
    Oh wow, this game is being bombed hard by kids with throwaway accounts promoting Zelda. Almost got me thinking not to get this title as the ratings sank so fast..

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

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

    If you're a fan of the genre you should definitely get your hands on this gem. Post-apocalyptic world has never been as breathtakingly beautiful as this. Gone are the bazillion shades of gray - this is a fresh take on the subject.    … Expand
  94. The-Jawbreaker-
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    so far over 400 negative reviews? this is why you shouldnt really rely on reading user reviews. How can you even rate this game with a "0"? Yes, its not perfect, but some of the negative reviews are just plain stupid. People dont like a single aspect and they are just giving the game a "red" review.

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

    For me, the game is a 8 or even 9, but I will compensate it with 10, just because of the undeserved hate the HZD receives.    … Expand
  95. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Beautiful game, Gorilla Games really out did themselfs. If you own a PS4 and dont own this game your really doing yourself a disfavor. Graphics look amazing, playing on O.G. PS4 on a UHD 4K TV. Probably one of the best looking games "graphically" that I have played. Controls are smooth and fluid and AI is top notch. GG took a note from withcer 3 sidequests and fallowed suit. Story isBeautiful game, Gorilla Games really out did themselfs. If you own a PS4 and dont own this game your really doing yourself a disfavor. Graphics look amazing, playing on O.G. PS4 on a UHD 4K TV. Probably one of the best looking games "graphically" that I have played. Controls are smooth and fluid and AI is top notch. GG took a note from withcer 3 sidequests and fallowed suit. Story is Interesting enough and I am excited to uncover more. Plenty to do in this game. Only thing stopping this game from getting a solid 10 is facial animations are not up to par. Im about 8 hours into the game and cant wait to put in another 50 or more. Also I bought the collectors edition, well worth it, the alloy statue looks great. Playstation is on fire, Sorry xbox fan boys!… Expand
  96. here_and_there
    Apr 7, 2017
    10
    Simply one of the best games of the current generation and ever. A wonderful, carefully crafted and visually stunning post apocalyptic open world is the setting of a very good sci-fi story. Gameplay is fresh and always interesting. The characters and their lines are almost all very good. But the thing that makes it all work and blend so well is the setting: prehistoric tribes living in aSimply one of the best games of the current generation and ever. A wonderful, carefully crafted and visually stunning post apocalyptic open world is the setting of a very good sci-fi story. Gameplay is fresh and always interesting. The characters and their lines are almost all very good. But the thing that makes it all work and blend so well is the setting: prehistoric tribes living in a post apocalyptic Colorado/Utah (with a lot of real world landmarks) inhabited by cleverly designed zoomorphic robots: great! And the story explaining why it is like this is clever and interesting as well.… Expand
  97. Pilbz
    Mar 31, 2017
    9
    Fantastic game with a beautiful world that you get absolutely lost in.

    For me, this is my game of the year so far and a must play Playstation exclusive. It looks incredible on a 4K TV with a PS4 Pro.
  98. Bommelsch
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    What is truly amazing and stunning game. For me the story is somewhat refreshing in contrast to the mass of other games, not in the last place because a strong but also realistic non sexualized woman takes the main role.

    Also, it's by far the most beautiful game I've ever seen.
  99. Azeon
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    If someone who did not play the game can rate it 0 I can rate it 10 because I want to.
    Call it balance of the force if you will, this is getting ridiculous.
  100. 4cite94
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    First off. Let me start by saying I'm a simple man when it comes to video games. Give me a game with a good story, better than average graphics and good gameplay and I'm usually happy. I've thoroughly enjoyed playing HZD. Let me start with the bad. There are a few quirks. The animation of people talking throws me off a bit. It doesn't seem to line up great with the voice acting whichFirst off. Let me start by saying I'm a simple man when it comes to video games. Give me a game with a good story, better than average graphics and good gameplay and I'm usually happy. I've thoroughly enjoyed playing HZD. Let me start with the bad. There are a few quirks. The animation of people talking throws me off a bit. It doesn't seem to line up great with the voice acting which I think is pretty good though not amazing. There are a few graphical things, like people have mentioned of the environment, such as water and grass, not really reacting to your character. (Doesn't really bother me) There aren't a ton of weapons to choose from. (Though I think the one's you have are still very fun to play with) Those are really my only complaints. As for what I enjoy about the game, I really like the story. I've seen some mixed reviews on it but I think it's very interesting and it has some great mystery to it. I don't know what people expected but it's similar to what I thought it would be, with a few good twists and turns in it. Killing robot dinosaurs = 10/10. It's a lot of fun and I think the combat system is great for what the game is. Some people complained about being able to hide in the bushes right in front of an enemy, but I don't get why this makes people mad, it's a game. It doesn't have to be incredibly realistic and this is a mechanic that some of the greatest games, like Uncharted 4 and Assassins creed, have also used.

    Overall I think it's a great game worth getting. The Graphics of the world are amazing and smooth (minor glitches at random points, but nothing like I've seen in some other big games). The story is a lot of fun. The combat is decent. The game is great.    … Expand
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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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