Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores

 PlayStation 5
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4.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 2566 Ratings

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  1. the_oni
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Bad in all aspects, bad story bland gameplay.
  2. czalexpic
    Apr 30, 2023
    0
    I'm so tired of the modern agenda... after the latest games from SONY, I am thinking of getting rid of the console. I no longer see the point in playing something that makes me nauseous, and that's sad.
  3. Katsurash
    Apr 29, 2023
    0
    Why because of the agenda of LGBTQ respect as as a gamer we are here to have fun not to complicate our life
  4. uranage
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    Completely useless excuse for a game. Don't waste your money. Worst characters, atroucious plot.
  5. Gamerawy2002
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    waste of time and money, coping the last of us
  6. MrSideburns
    Apr 27, 2023
    3
    Mostly good DLC. I wish Aloy could solo most/almost all main quests. I've never appreciated having a follower in these types of games. The dialogue between Aloy and Seyka is cringy. Aloy also seemed like a completely different person than in the first two games. I'd appreciate if these big companies would stop putting political messaging in their games. I play games to escape stupidMostly good DLC. I wish Aloy could solo most/almost all main quests. I've never appreciated having a follower in these types of games. The dialogue between Aloy and Seyka is cringy. Aloy also seemed like a completely different person than in the first two games. I'd appreciate if these big companies would stop putting political messaging in their games. I play games to escape stupid politics.

    Would have given a higher score, but my initial review was deleted.    … Expand
  7. sipsip33
    Apr 28, 2023
    0
    Just bad in every way they really destroyed the franchise with one dlc embarrasing
  8. Drayden
    Apr 27, 2023
    1
    This series should have ended after the first game. Everything since has been boring and repetitive. It does function as a game though, and that's the reason it gets any points at all from me.
  9. LVMH
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Very poor DLC. The story is very bad. Gameplay is not good. I don't recommend
  10. OrphanTwin
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Imagine needing constant validation so much for your weird ideas that you have to insert it into every aspect of your life daily. I'm sure I have lots of things that lots of people don't agree with... I dont need them to. Forbidden West was already off to a bad start. Aloy is boring. She has no personality. She fights for nothing basically. She is the most ambiguous and lifeless fictionalImagine needing constant validation so much for your weird ideas that you have to insert it into every aspect of your life daily. I'm sure I have lots of things that lots of people don't agree with... I dont need them to. Forbidden West was already off to a bad start. Aloy is boring. She has no personality. She fights for nothing basically. She is the most ambiguous and lifeless fictional heroin to ever exist. They should make a version of this game where you can join Hades. Sign me up. Theres a reason this world was meant to fail.… Expand
  11. SausageKing
    Apr 28, 2023
    2
    Beautiful world with fun fight mechanics and huge robotic dinosaurs that you can hunt. What can go wrong, right?
    Well, Aloy is probably the most unlikable main character I can think of. But as I previously said game is beautiful to look at.
  12. NEO2121
    Apr 28, 2023
    0
    se resume en piedra papel o Aloy, siempre forzando las historias, no me gusto prefiero las historias tradicionales, si te gustan los guegos de tijeras este es pata ti
  13. Mohamed00000
    Apr 28, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't like its and it not thé Best vidéo games. Bdjdjdjdkejbejekekdvejekbfuz… Expand
  14. alarangeiras
    Apr 28, 2023
    4
    I believe this is a unnecessary DLC. Lots of bugs, messed combat mechanics and awful story.
  15. Kainz
    Apr 30, 2023
    0
    Not interesting plot, poorly written characters, boring gameplay. Zero value to the main story. Don't waste your money!
  16. ERC1
    May 7, 2023
    0
    Another "stunning and brave" move by Sony. I might actually sell my PS5, there are no good Sony franchises left. They've ruined them all.
  17. RicoC
    May 1, 2023
    1
    Very poor interface, lame addition. Avoid at all costs. Waste of time. Please stop making DLC this bad..
  18. jhollis977
    May 8, 2023
    0
    Very short DLC for $20 and doesn’t add anything interesting to the game. Not only that, there’s a ton of bugs and performance issues. And to top it all off they made Aloy a lesbian. Waste of money.
  19. gersix123
    Apr 28, 2023
    0
    é vergonhoso mudar o sistema de criticas apenas pq essa dlc tá recebendo criticas. parem de tentar proteger os lixos da sony.
  20. JenikMax
    May 1, 2023
    0
    Значится , как выпускать игру , так ps4 норм , а как длс на вышедшую игру в ps4 добавить , то у нас лапки. С таким отношением играйте сами на своей платформе.
  21. AssaadZ
    Apr 27, 2023
    1
    this game focuses on wrong things, bad story. nothing new in gameplay, i think they reached a limit in the story.
  22. Jeferson89
    Apr 28, 2023
    1
    Eu sei que representatividade é importante, mas não dava pra abordar de uma outra maneira nessa DLC? SEMPRE A MESMA COISA.
  23. EugeneB21
    Apr 30, 2023
    1
    Графика +. Сюжет -. Перед предзаказом будущих игр от Сони подумаю 100 раз
  24. futuregrace
    May 21, 2023
    1
    I loved this franchise, but this expansion has absolutely ruined it for me. I’m sad, but moving on from Horizon.
  25. Brian5956
    May 1, 2023
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The forbidden west and zero dawn are literally 2 of my favorite games of all time. The dlc the frozen wilds was the best dlc ive ever played for any game other then maybe blood and wine. But the burning shores was just not good. The gameplay i thought was good enough very challedging on ultra hard, but the story ecspecially the romace crap with seika just was horrible. Why games keep doing this crap is beyond me but i swear every single game now they have to make the character gay. Like 1 out of 1000 people are gay if that. Yet video game makeers must all be the 1 in a 1000 because its every damn game now. People who are not gay dont relate to gay romance no matter how much these people may want us to. Everyone was hoping alloy would end up with errand or sinlense or varl or katallo and hell if you had to go this route then you could have atleast had her with tallana. Alloy barely knkws seika and yet she is acting like she is so worried what she is thinking when alloy never gave a crap what anyone ever thought. Guerilla rolled the dice and lost on this. I hope they learned a lesson.… Expand
  26. chommage
    Apr 30, 2023
    1
    I really enjoyed the first 2 games, I can almost say this is one of my favourite PS5 games. I even bought the special edition of Horizon Forbidden West on the release date. I haven't yet finished the game just yet, was going to get this new DLC and the long neck lego set. After seeing this clip of romance, it felt like this game got a real bad treatment it doesn't deserve. In my opinion,I really enjoyed the first 2 games, I can almost say this is one of my favourite PS5 games. I even bought the special edition of Horizon Forbidden West on the release date. I haven't yet finished the game just yet, was going to get this new DLC and the long neck lego set. After seeing this clip of romance, it felt like this game got a real bad treatment it doesn't deserve. In my opinion, the developer really should inject a narrative that will obviously creates more social issues, and divide people. In the end, the only victims are those gamers like myself who really loves the game. I think the developer really didn't think through and made a decision that may destroy an icon that they have put their heart and soul in building for many many years.… Expand
  27. WilderWald
    Apr 30, 2023
    0
    The primitive plot of the game, not developed characters, unfortunately, Sony makes the game not for gamers, but for investors
  28. Ab1976
    Apr 29, 2023
    1
    Фигня полная. И повестка задолбала. Игра ни о чем.
  29. Qweqweewq
    Apr 30, 2023
    1
    Это самая худшая игра ,так как просто нет сюжета,не интересная концовка,нового ничего ,героиня лгбт что недопустимо
  30. link_64
    May 8, 2023
    0
    i generally have nothing against queer ppl, but tbh, this approach of messing with every major character's sexuality in the entertainement industry is getting out of hand
  31. kbeca85
    Jun 7, 2023
    1
    A personagem teve uma historia bem construída, cativante, sem nenhuma explicação a empresa resolve lançar um tema que ninguém está interessado em ver nos jogos. Quem quiser historia de amor, romance assiste filmes, series e etc. Lamentável o que está se tornando a indústria dos games, palco para uma agenda de um publico que notoriamente é minoria no planeta.
  32. Nerdsrepublic
    May 19, 2023
    0
    Terribly sad and tragic what Guerilla has done. They practically forced this DLC down into the story in an untimely and rushed manner. I really liked the idea of Aloy being a single woman who didn't love anyone romantically. Who was just trying to save the world from its doom by herself. But now they have forced this dlc in and it's terribly sad. I loved these games but they didn't need toTerribly sad and tragic what Guerilla has done. They practically forced this DLC down into the story in an untimely and rushed manner. I really liked the idea of Aloy being a single woman who didn't love anyone romantically. Who was just trying to save the world from its doom by herself. But now they have forced this dlc in and it's terribly sad. I loved these games but they didn't need to force the romance on like they did. They used such a minor character that we have just learned about for her to fall in love with rather than someone who everyone has known for ages, like Erend and Sun King Avad. They should have made the romance optional. I'm hoping the next game they don't continue this nonsense and shove unneeded romance to the game. I pray they will make romance optional and change the story based off of if we want it or not.… Expand
  33. smhobbs2010
    Jul 16, 2023
    0
    I am sick of all this gay propaganda, and will not buy another horizon game ever again.
  34. Nowoke
    Jun 11, 2023
    1
    the consumers have spoken, and yet again the old proverb rings true; go woke go broke.
  35. BradMorgan
    Jun 18, 2023
    7
    Burning Shores is a graphically beautiful adventure that doesn't have as much impact as the main story, but does deepen the character of Aloy. It is not a must play unfortunately since the story does not add anything to the main events.

    Pros: - Graphics - Enemy design Cons: - Difficulty settings in the main game were more balanced - There is a big choice for Aloy at the end of this DLC.    Burning Shores is a graphically beautiful adventure that doesn't have as much impact as the main story, but does deepen the character of Aloy. It is not a must play unfortunately since the story does not add anything to the main events.

    Pros:
    - Graphics
    - Enemy design

    Cons:
    - Difficulty settings in the main game were more balanced
    - There is a big choice for Aloy at the end of this DLC. Although there is a choice, the writers made very clear which path the player should choose.    … Expand
  36. InquisidorLuso
    Jun 29, 2023
    0
    "Burning Shores" é um simulador de degeneração. Motiva e defende actos degenerados, completamente contra a Natureza. Obviamente, através da teleologia de forma fácil racionalmente reconhecemos que tais actos são contra a Natureza. Algo ir contra a sua biologia e natureza de ser é intrinssicamente contra a Natureza; estar-se-ia a desrespeitar a Deus, a Criação, a Metafísica, e a Natureza.
  37. Smwblssd
    Jul 1, 2023
    0
    I loved Forbidden West. It was such a well done game so I had pretty high expectations. From the get go it seemed that Ally’s character was completely different in and her dialogue reflected a lack of skill and effort. It just felt like they slapped a lot of this one together as it wasn’t half as deep or immersive as forbidden west. Very shallow.
  38. Immortal2509
    Aug 6, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrible attempt at propaganda
    Not even trying to hide it... boycott this excuse for a company    … Expand
  39. Alicedcac
    Aug 8, 2023
    0
    Horizon forbidden west burning shores is a game that had a lot of potential, but it ultimately falls short. The game is plagued by underwhelming story and repetitive gameplay
  40. Pablo_The_First
    Aug 29, 2023
    0
    The story is dog
  41. Nasos
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Most stupid trash I have ever played Avoid this DLC , even on PSN Plus for free don't download this add on
  42. Makki1984
    Apr 28, 2023
    0
    Very bad game. I don't recommend it. Hope to see better stories in the future
  43. jammie_1692
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    I recently played all Horizon series, including this DLC and I must say that I was impressed by the stunning graphics and the vast, beautiful open world. However, I was disappointed with the boring storyline, very boring gameplay, and ending, which included some same-sex love that didn't resonate with me personally.
  44. AlbertWesker98
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    To short, waste of money, also what they did with the Mc is a disgrace, this should never have happened. It makes no sense since in the first game the indications are really on the other side.
  45. phantom-x
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Cannot properly covey how terrible this game is without enraging those who support and endorse it, therefore I will cover some of what I personally think is unforgivable so that others don’t waste their hard-earned money. An entire series that started out so well has been ruined, why? The cast, writing, narrative is nothing short of dire with a very politically charged LGBT theme appliedCannot properly covey how terrible this game is without enraging those who support and endorse it, therefore I will cover some of what I personally think is unforgivable so that others don’t waste their hard-earned money. An entire series that started out so well has been ruined, why? The cast, writing, narrative is nothing short of dire with a very politically charged LGBT theme applied from start to finish. Every male character of note from Horizon 1, 2 and previous DLC has been deleted making way for the new LGBT character they’ve decided force upon us. To avoid spoilers, I won’t say any more about the topic, but I am sue you can guess how things unfold. Not a single memorable character to speak of with Aloy herself morphing into an empowered, arrogant, ignorant unlikeable protagonist. Then there’s the hypocritical storyline that focuses on control via brainwashing, which the game itself is doing to those playing it by forcing an ideology that’s deeply offensive to many. There’s no doubt that the graphics are superb and they are using a brilliant engine, but it’s difficult to enjoy because everything else about it is so disappointing.… Expand
  46. TheAloy
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    1. Game developers prioritize the critics over players resulting in slow gameplay and extended dialogues without any purpose. Players are better off skipping cutscenes and reading quest descriptions. 2. The rarity system in the game is poor, and the game developers need to do better. Finding an orange chest should give players an extra rare item rather than an expensive item that can only1. Game developers prioritize the critics over players resulting in slow gameplay and extended dialogues without any purpose. Players are better off skipping cutscenes and reading quest descriptions. 2. The rarity system in the game is poor, and the game developers need to do better. Finding an orange chest should give players an extra rare item rather than an expensive item that can only be sold for money. 3. Sharpshot bows have become unplayable due to the long crafting process, expensive arrows, and low inventory capacity for arrow resources. The maximum capacity of volatile sludge is only 15, even with a fully upgraded backpack. 4. The game developers have focused too much on introducing new characters instead of new machines, resulting in poor new machines in the game. … Expand
  47. peterf28
    Apr 25, 2023
    2
    I was not a fan of this series, mostly because I did not like the characters and storytelling. but this is the worst of the series. Very boring and flat. I give it 2 points only because of the graphics / technology / engine is OK.
  48. TekeShe
    Apr 27, 2023
    1
    К сожалению, дополнение никак не вписывается в основное повествование и никак его не дополняет, Ну зато повесточку добавили. Жду третью часть, но уже с большим опасением.
  49. YanTashikan
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    Boring and empty DLC. Quests are monotonous and not interesting. It feels like it was done just to show everyone what everyone has been tired of for a long time. I don't recommend for buying. Waste of money.
  50. ERiosTx
    May 1, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've played Horizon since Zero Dawn, I bought “Forbidden West” from the pre-sale and this DLC I also bought in a pre-sale, so I have the items from the pre-sale.

    So this opinion is from someone who has owned and played Horizon for a long time.

    I am disappointed with the turn that Aloy's story took, she was a marginalized girl who surpassed herself until she became the savior of Meridian and then of the world... that story captivates and makes a lot of sense, it feels natural and organic.

    But now, they suddenly add a character out of nowhere, which shortly after meeting Aloy creates a sentimental connection, to the point of keeping her always worried about "fixing things with Seyka". It's disappointing that Guerilla has to comply with forced inclusion political agendas, even though they give you the apparent option to choose, it's obvious the disturbance that Seyka causes in Aloy.

    It doesn't even feel like you're “playing” Aloy in the game, she feels like a different character, completely weak and fragile compared to the Aloy from the previous games and the Frozen Wilds DLC.

    The final scene of the kiss, at that point is already irrelevant, they have guided the player throughout the DLC towards a version of Aloy confused, disturbed and in a toxic relationship with another woman.

    The main reason why I have played Horizon is because of the story, I don't care so much about the graphics or the FPS that they now praise so much. For me the story in this DLC is disappointing, and for that reason I give my rating and pertinent opinion.    … Expand
  51. Adalwulf
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    As generic as it gets. Just another forgetable product. Don't bother with this one.
  52. Naetle
    May 8, 2023
    0
    Do not waste your money on this DLC, it does not worth it because they choosed to add political nosense instead of doing wonderful characters.
  53. Saltshaker
    Apr 27, 2023
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Unexpected underwhelming Disappointment For me Horizon: Forbidden West - Burning Shores was the most anticipated Expansion of the last decade. But even without my personal expectations it turned out to be as close as possible to a complete disaster. But like almost every entertainment product regardless of the medium it also comes with positive aspects so I'll start with everything H:BS did well.

    Visuals: As all Horizon Entries before, it aesthetically looks astounding. The Environment is gorgeous and the mix between Sea, Beach, Ruins, Flora and Magma is just beautiful

    Tech: After completing the DLC it should be more than clear why H:BS is exclusive to next Gen. The Bossfight teased in the trailers is incredible from a technical standpoint

    Gameplay: While the very few additions to the combat skill tree make almost no impact, I enjoyed the additions to the exploration Gameplay- Especially the occasions where the player can make own climbing paths.

    Now we're looking at the core which is the content and which is very problematic for multiple reasons.

    Size: The Main story is short but within the range of being tolerable for a DLC. But besides that it's like a punch in the face how empty H:BS is. Only 3 very generic side quests and some collectibles and a cauldron but no strike players, machine race tracks, Bandit camps, tall necks

    Even more outraging is how there is almost no dialogue (both quantity and quality) and especially lore that contributes to the overall plot. The Datapoints are as trivial as they are short

    Map: everyone expected that BS will be reached through exiting the Map in No Man's Land trough the Hoover Dam. Which they choose to not do which is a shame. Hoover Dam will now remain unused and unexplored forever while BS is isolated from the main game and is reached trough loading screen

    And the size that is always proclaimed to be ~ 1/3 of the Maingame is a straight lie. In Reality it's roughly 1/5 of the landmass and as said under the content size point it's frustratingly empty and a big void of content. There is also almost nothing of value beneath the water surface except copy and past ruin assets from overworld buildings

    Story: let's get over the great controversy first. It's undeniable that H:BS is packed with postmodern and sometimes radical agenda to a degree where it looks like a fever dream and it's incredible that this propaganda got green lighted during development. As expected the toxic and exorbitant apologetic minority that was intended to be pleased thinks that everyone against this has a problem with the "what" but the truth is that it's the "how". The new sidekick is very unlikable in first place and seems to be a cheap copy of the protagonist that inherited all negative aspects multiplied by 10. This makes the Romance part even more cursed and forced. It single-handedly ruins the protagonist which not only acts totally out of character but also questions her sanity if she falls in love with a worse mirror version of herself like a true narcissist. Even the "rejection" option is no true rejection it's just "I want but not yet"

    The Villain also suffers from the same disease. Offscreen he's kinda charismatic and smart but whenever he enters a scene he acts as stupid and against his own plan as possible. He's absolutely stereotypical and is portrayed as pure evil. Instead of linking him to established lore his backstory was created out of thin air and his existence is just unnecessary to drive the plot of the 3rd installment forward. Everything that we got from him and the dlc as support/setup for the future could've been another Datapoint that already should've been included in H:FW.

    Overall the writing of dialogue and characters is just bland, uncreative and repetitive. A Nightmare. Lore/overarching story components were almost entirely missing and the few we got are useless. A sad Shadow of what Horizon originally stands for

    Tltr: A Good DLC should improve the Maingame and add Things that elevates the whole experience. But Burning Shores is even more flawed than the base game and drastically ramped up every negative aspect of it. It's just a very nice Tech Demo for PS5 exclusive Content but nothing more. It could be used as example for the definition of "wasted potential"

    The direction this franchise takes is a very dark path and kills every Joy and anticipation for the next installment. GG became my most favored Developer with H:ZD and always had a the Benefit of doubt and the Horizon franchise was 1 of only 2 where I still made preorders even after the slightly disappointing Sequel but this abomination of a DLC made me regret that instantly. There is no way I'm paying for future Horizon Content and supporting Guerilla Games and everything they stand for. This is a franchise killer and I highly recommend to save the 20$/€ for this 3-6h long Insult. But watch the Bossfight on a video Plattform of your choice.    … Expand
  54. CodeMon33
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    I was so excited for this DLC! Pre ordered it and everything. Once I finally got it downloaded, I fired it up and eagerly awaited to get back into the Horizon world. The graphics were stunning as expected. I played around for a little over an hour and quickly found out... I wasn't feeling it, it wasn't really that super exciting. It was late, so I decided to shut it down for the night andI was so excited for this DLC! Pre ordered it and everything. Once I finally got it downloaded, I fired it up and eagerly awaited to get back into the Horizon world. The graphics were stunning as expected. I played around for a little over an hour and quickly found out... I wasn't feeling it, it wasn't really that super exciting. It was late, so I decided to shut it down for the night and try again the next day...

    Well, the next day I found out about the whole "Aloy is a lesbian" thing and how much people were lashing out on it. Looked at a few vids of the ending and was super shocked Guerilla Games went that route! I really don't care about someone's sexuality, but forcing me, a straight man, to have no choice but to be a lesbian with a chick I just met 2 days ago?? No.

    Haven't been able to play the game since. Plus, feeling the lack of "new" content, I wasn't super interested to play again anyways. What a waste of $20 bucks. I don't even feel like I could play the first or second one again. Thanks Guerilla, really ruined the franchise for me and I'm sure many others...    … Expand
  55. markoveter
    Apr 27, 2023
    4
    I buy game for entertainment, not for political indoctrination purposes
  56. IoIol
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The dlc looks good but the game play and story are very uninteresting and boring… Expand
  57. PascalHB
    Apr 30, 2023
    0
    I don't like the game. Not my taste. The story sucks at one point. Some "critics" seems to like it.
  58. VERYBaDBOSS2003
    Apr 30, 2023
    4
    Technically, the game is great. The plot is terrible, it's so bad it's not even funny
  59. AgentoftheBat
    Apr 30, 2023
    0
    Because of the production budget, this DLC has great graphics, sound, etc.. Where it falls down spectacularly is the characters and the story. These were always the low points of the Horizon series compared to the technical aspects but in Burning Shores they have got so much worse. The story choices have made this DLC one to very much avoid. I will never play a future Horizon game.
  60. Romooo
    Apr 29, 2023
    0
    Weak gameplay and cutscenes, also lagging and hanging all the time, Also just stop the w“ke propaganda
  61. BlackDarkFOX
    Apr 30, 2023
    1
    Why are PS games so similar to each other?
    This product is suspiciously similar to The Last of Us in every way.
    Same good graphics, same boring main story, same ugly characters.
    It's soo boring.
  62. 11Anks
    Apr 30, 2023
    0
    Sony and it's studios seem to have an obsession with portraying certain narratives. Why can't they just make games that are actually video gamey and pure fun to play. Just look at Hi-Fi Rush, what a pure fun and "video gamey" game it is that cheers up the mood.

    And look at this expansion game that forces a relationship upon the players. What if the players do not want Aloy to be in any    Sony and it's studios seem to have an obsession with portraying certain narratives. Why can't they just make games that are actually video gamey and pure fun to play. Just look at Hi-Fi Rush, what a pure fun and "video gamey" game it is that cheers up the mood.

    And look at this expansion game that forces a relationship upon the players. What if the players do not want Aloy to be in any relationship or want to rightfully make a choice for Aloy (since the players have invested so much time into Aloy's story).

    Sony really needs to just focus on pure fun video games such as Ratchet and Clank, Psychonauts, Hi-Fi. Rush, etc. and stop making choices around popular discourses of the time to please some people.

    My advice: Do not buy such games at all that force a certain view upon you. We play video games for pure fun and joy after all.    … Expand
  63. el-l-luk
    Apr 30, 2023
    1
    Cool franchise that the "modern agenda" ruined. 1 point for the franchise. For the script of the game - a complete zero!!!
  64. MasterX8
    Apr 28, 2023
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The DLC is very nicely done, but it's too short for my taste.
    The graphics are slightly better than the main game - but certainly not so much better that it couldn't have made it out on the PS4.
    Aloy and Seyka's relationship seems very artificial to me! In reality, I have absolutely nothing against same-sex relationships, but I don't think it has to be in every current game or new series on Netflix. It often seems extremely artificial just so that you can follow every trend. In the games there can definitely be space, but it should give the player the decision.    … Expand
  65. John1995
    Apr 28, 2023
    4
    Expensive DLC, full of Barra Force, totally unnecessary lgbt theme, totally mischaracterizing Aloy, seriously did they send Erend to Friendzone to form such a horrible couple?
  66. kcered13
    May 1, 2023
    0
    This DLC was absolute trash. Aloy was a strong heroine whom my daughters loved. Then you have to add a distasteful and boring love affair into a 5 hour Piece of **** Leave your bull**** out video games. You wanna show a gay relationship between two people, then put it in there tastefully. Aloy's character development never indicated a damn thing about her being gay, then bam you go andThis DLC was absolute trash. Aloy was a strong heroine whom my daughters loved. Then you have to add a distasteful and boring love affair into a 5 hour Piece of **** Leave your bull**** out video games. You wanna show a gay relationship between two people, then put it in there tastefully. Aloy's character development never indicated a damn thing about her being gay, then bam you go and **** it up by forcing it in there. They ruined the entire series by slapping this bull**** in out of nowhere. Again, who gives a **** who you love but this was just forced garbage.… Expand
  67. Joseq
    May 1, 2023
    0
    Trash I wish I can get my money back and time we’ll never buy this again and considering selling my PS 5
  68. NightCircus
    Apr 26, 2023
    1
    The graphics were beautiful like always, but why did they have to add romance to the series and make the character gay? Can't women be strong without being gay, or is PlayStation trying to stereotype women and say only strong women are gay. Really disappointed in the direction of the story, and I won't be playing any future games.
  69. txela11
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Aloy and Seyka's relationship is rushed and feels very forced. They always talk about diversity and inclusivity, but where the heck was that inclusivity in the DLC. They just forced us to accept this poorly written and horribly executed queer relationship without even giving us the option of having a straight one. There are many people who could be a very good match for Aloy and areAloy and Seyka's relationship is rushed and feels very forced. They always talk about diversity and inclusivity, but where the heck was that inclusivity in the DLC. They just forced us to accept this poorly written and horribly executed queer relationship without even giving us the option of having a straight one. There are many people who could be a very good match for Aloy and are already well established in the franchise such as Erend, Kotalo or especially Avad to name a few and not a random person she has never met and only in one DLC meets. In that case, where the heck is your precious gender diversity? And then you complain about the people who point out this nonsense and are immediately called homophobic just because they refuse to accept a forced queer relationship without being given a direct alternative. They're just trying desperately to force this LGBTQ agenda on us. Anyone who disagrees is immediately homophobic. They rob us of the ability to express our free opinions on Metacritic simply because it doesn't conform to their imposed agenda. I recommend you replay the section of Horizon Forbidden West where she meets Avad again and try the heart option, paying attention to what Aloys says to him and what her facial and body expressions are like at that moment. She felt flattered by him throughout the conversation, not disgusted, as many misinterpret. But now they act like nothing happened between them, even though that's completely wrong. She obviously had feelings for him but all of a sudden she became a lesbian. If that doesn't make it clear what kind of propaganda they shoved into it, then I don't know what does. There isn't even an option to opt out her. It doesn't matter what you choose. No options ruled out Aloy not wanting to be with her. With the brain, she's just saying she's not ready yet. With the fist that she has no place for this relationship at the moment because of her mission to save the world. But what they all have in common is that if the circumstances were more appropriate, Aloy would certainly get into a relationship with her. Either when the world is saved or she is emotionally ready for it. So now it's canon that she's a lesbian, and everything that went before between her and Avad was completely ignored by the developers just to push through there imposed agenda. If it wasn't so, the developers should at least have offered the option to kiss Avad as well, since the two have known each other since the very first game and have been through hell together. But no, she just has to be a lesbian without ifs and buts, regardless of whether it fits or not… Expand
  70. SwiftedSKS6
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Худшее что я видел,никак не зашло,еще и ориентации,мало сюжета хотя хорошо нарисовали
  71. Iulixmaxx
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Really love the first game but the second wasn't that good this DLC it's really really disappointing a waste of time if they don't change something I'm gonna skip the next game because everything is too repetitive and boring it's like this franchise doesn't evolve
  72. jamisonkorando7
    Apr 30, 2023
    0
    Super short and uninspired, I’d say “more of the same” but that would actually be better than what we got.
  73. Zakis1991
    Apr 29, 2023
    0
    Сони пидарасы, а метакритике бесхребетные слизняки в администрации сидят и лижут яйца сони
  74. dangyosabyss
    Apr 29, 2023
    1
    'You can't polish a turd but you can roll it in glitter'. This epitomises HFWBS. No improvements for this. And HFW itself wasn't an improvement on HZD. I think the talk of agendas (pro and anti you know what) is to detract from how lame the game is. If I have to address that which ought not be addressed - if you're going to write that kind of character then do so properly (see Ocelot in'You can't polish a turd but you can roll it in glitter'. This epitomises HFWBS. No improvements for this. And HFW itself wasn't an improvement on HZD. I think the talk of agendas (pro and anti you know what) is to detract from how lame the game is. If I have to address that which ought not be addressed - if you're going to write that kind of character then do so properly (see Ocelot in MGS). Dull tokenism does nobody any good. But away from that and on the strength of the product? This sucks.… Expand
  75. GamerZzZ
    Apr 29, 2023
    0
    Шляпа. Как и компания сони после того как сначала начала сливать экслюзивы на ПК, а потом продвигать тему "повесточки". Играйте сами сони в свои игры. Вы верно идете к разорению. До свидания!
  76. Wsbigbrownbev
    May 8, 2023
    2
    I LOVED the base game, and just finished my second play through when the DLC released. I was THRILLED to play.
    I think of it as a story driven monster hunter....but then the DLC, which feels empty and directionless. This isn't 25 dollars worth of DLC, it clearly was added to milk just a few more dollars. And for the record, I preferred it when Alloy was desired by all, but completely    I LOVED the base game, and just finished my second play through when the DLC released. I was THRILLED to play.
    I think of it as a story driven monster hunter....but then the DLC, which feels empty and directionless. This isn't 25 dollars worth of DLC, it clearly was added to milk just a few more dollars. And for the record, I preferred it when Alloy was desired by all, but completely unattainable. She is mission driven to a fault, just like her predecessor/genetic "mother", who died alone trying to give the world a tomorrow. This theme adds to the tragedy of the character. This Buring Shores only degrades the overall legacy of Alloy, and this world, I wish they would have just left it alone.    … Expand
  77. digitalfreak
    May 2, 2023
    1
    This story is absolut **** and feels somehow forced to be "modern". I won't recommend bying this add on.
  78. RandallPL
    Apr 29, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Short: If you like me, like the world of HZD and Alloy adventures #Skip
    Long: Technically gorgeous. The rest is just bad.
    The map is big, but empty compared to the original games.
    The story is poorly written and executed with ex machina solutions and plot armor.
    WOKE agenda is everywhere: all women are virtuous, all bad characters are men, except gay couples ofc, gay Alloy on top.
    Cringe dialogues repeating "The Message" and characters speak a modern language completely not fitting who and where they are.
    Alloy's new crush/sidekick is Mary Sue at its finest.

    In total think of it like this:
    H Zero Dawn = Lucas Original SW Trilogy
    H Forbidden West = Lucas SW Prequels
    H Burning Shores = Disney SW Girl Power Woke Wars    … Expand
  79. Gradey
    Apr 30, 2023
    3
    Достало что сейчас в каждой игре главного персонажа делают лгбт
  80. TMCertified
    May 8, 2023
    0
    I am very disappointed to see that another one of my favorite games is following the trend of making their main characters fit the latest cultural fad. It was the reason why I didn't buy or play Last of Us 2. What made Horizon unique was the storyline and the merging of tech and humanity after a tragic event. To make the main character go in this direction is forced and unoriginal and forI am very disappointed to see that another one of my favorite games is following the trend of making their main characters fit the latest cultural fad. It was the reason why I didn't buy or play Last of Us 2. What made Horizon unique was the storyline and the merging of tech and humanity after a tragic event. To make the main character go in this direction is forced and unoriginal and for what gain? Nothing except another lost fan.… Expand
  81. maecojolivier
    Apr 24, 2023
    9
    Amazing DLC that adds more development for Aloy as a character, expands on Quen lore and the graphics blew my mind, the new skills are really fun too, I enjoyed this DLC a lot.
  82. ILoveHorizon
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    Horizon Part 3 Spoiler Eine schöne Meinungsfreiheit haben wir hier. Schön dass es "allen" recht gemacht wird, außer denen die sowas nicht akzeptieren möchten. Das macht ihr sehr gut. Die Leute verärgern mit denen ihr überhaupt Geld verdient habt. Ich wette das ihr mehr als die Hälfte einbüßen werdet. Ist fie Wahrheit. Warum, die Ehrliche Kommentare verraten es euch!!!

    In Teil 3 verliebt    Horizon Part 3 Spoiler Eine schöne Meinungsfreiheit haben wir hier. Schön dass es "allen" recht gemacht wird, außer denen die sowas nicht akzeptieren möchten. Das macht ihr sehr gut. Die Leute verärgern mit denen ihr überhaupt Geld verdient habt. Ich wette das ihr mehr als die Hälfte einbüßen werdet. Ist fie Wahrheit. Warum, die Ehrliche Kommentare verraten es euch!!!

    In Teil 3 verliebt sich Erend in seinen Hammer und möchte ihn Heiraten. Hat mir Sony gesagt. Ich glaube auch dran. Er muss ja nicht sofort die Liebe zum Objekt finden. Danke Leute, danke für nichts.

    Kurze Anmerkung, wenn man sieht dass die Mehrheit dagegen ist, warum will man es nicht einsehen?? Mhh Zwang ist da wohl die beste Option. Nicht gut.    … Expand
  83. pooya_t
    Apr 25, 2023
    2
    Gameplay is good , however not so much new stuff added to game , side quests are not really enjoyable to do , disappointing final boss , story is not bad.
  84. adaro
    May 1, 2023
    0
    I loved the first game but don't buy this if you do not appreciate an obvious woke agenda. It made it unbearable to play
  85. Edxu
    Apr 25, 2023
    1
    Guerrila Destroyed one of my favorite characters forcing ONLY ONE affective relashionship option during the game. I will never buy this c rap again. I will never play again. GOODBYE
  86. MOSTPERFECTONE
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    Garbage! and this is the second time a rate this garbage but how much they delete it I will rate it again.
  87. kwasek2525
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    The most racist and intolerant game I've ever seen. He imposes his views on the player and does not respect his beliefs
  88. Yevgeni
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. from **** for ****. all that can be said about this game. These freaks **** up the whole essence of the game. not only is the main game itself turned out to be average, but the DLS is bastard.… Expand
  89. AlexTci
    Apr 26, 2023
    1
    Hey game publishers and developers! Leave me the choice! Write two scripts! And make a separate version of the game for people who do not want to see all sorts of sexual deviations in games and a separate game for all these LGBT people - and you will see the percentage of sales of one version and another. And then you will immediately understand everything!
    I don't want to explain to my    Hey game publishers and developers! Leave me the choice! Write two scripts! And make a separate version of the game for people who do not want to see all sorts of sexual deviations in games and a separate game for all these LGBT people - and you will see the percentage of sales of one version and another. And then you will immediately understand everything!
    I don't want to explain to my grandchildren who are lesbians and gays! And I have a right to it! And I have the right to express my opinion that neither I nor my family like such games and we will not play such games!    … Expand
  90. RingoBr
    Apr 28, 2023
    0
    Apesar de gráficos lindos, de repente os melhores já vistos, essa DLC de longe tem uma historia rasa onde um romance da agenda (que não posso falar), é colocado sem naturalizada nem uma. Felizmente hoje não se tem foco em uma boa história com uma trama intrigante e sim o foco e forçar de qualquer maneira uma agenda que esta impregnada já nos filmes e lamentavelmente os jogos estão seguindoApesar de gráficos lindos, de repente os melhores já vistos, essa DLC de longe tem uma historia rasa onde um romance da agenda (que não posso falar), é colocado sem naturalizada nem uma. Felizmente hoje não se tem foco em uma boa história com uma trama intrigante e sim o foco e forçar de qualquer maneira uma agenda que esta impregnada já nos filmes e lamentavelmente os jogos estão seguindo a mesma tendencia de uma certa bandeira. Se você apenas liga para gráficos é um jogo OK, porém apenas isso se destaca.… Expand
  91. Menace85
    Apr 25, 2023
    1
    Could do with less of the "agenda" in the video game. No matter how you dress it up, it spoiled it for me.
  92. whargreaves
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    This DLC seems to be a trojan horse for social engineering - even more so that the original game was :(
  93. Juls007
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    No me gusto el juego solo es un DLC innecesario de 20 dólares el juego sigue con sus mismos gráficos y nada más que quisiera resaltar si quieres algo a un precio de 20 dólares te recomiendo el cuphead
  94. Kojiocelot
    Apr 29, 2023
    0
    Being homosexual is not the problem. The problem is that SJWs started a controversy in the gaming industry, and if they are allowed to criticize a game because of this issue, then others should be allowed to criticize other games for the same reason. If it's an issue that people want to fight over, then they should be prepared to accept criticism in return.
  95. Avadon
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    A satisfying chunk of content with a great conclusion and some teasing of the arms race that will happen in the third game, which wouldn't surprise me if it took place in multiple zones instead of just one. Dialogue and characters are on par for Guerilla, so pretty meh. It could do with a couple more new machines. I think it's on par with Frozen Wilds, which was also a good DLC.
  96. DragneelHill
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    A fantastic add-on to an already fantastic game. Ignore the homophobic review bombers.
  97. Red_CrowJCVG
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Its a MASTERPIECE
  98. sequeirayeslin
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Big improvement over the base game. Great acting. The relationships dont feel forced, unlike in the base game imo. Story is generally better than the base game. Graphics are amazing, as expected.
  99. JR2206
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    Great characters, good story and stunningly beautiful graphics. I enjoy the gameplay style, with the new Waterwing tameable machine is a lovely addition bringing new and fun ways to explore the gorgeous world Guerilla have built. Please don't pay attention to the review bombers who, due to one brief moment in an 'optional' scene, have decided this game is so terrible.....
  100. gabitech
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After my previous short, honest and respectful review was deleted I see (haven't used any bad language or direct offense...) I have to leave another one but with 0 this time... While Horizon games are amongst my favourite this DLC left me with a very bad taste. Short, buggy and with script mistakes that spoil the outcome. The last "boss fight" was although great and it redeemed in a way the not so good experience but then the end was the opposite of the cherry on the cake unfortunately... and for me it had the opposite effect, turning my enjoyment of the game into a total disappointment. Well done Guerilla :( Oh and now it seems that you can no longer say what you feel on Metacritic unless it's something they approve... Sad...… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. Movies Games and Tech
    Jul 31, 2024
    80
    Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores is visually the best game I have ever played, and in terms of gameplay, it is enjoyable for me, although it may not be for everyone. But the story is the biggest weakness of the game, and I don’t think the story will be great in Someone’s opinion and it may just be the difference between those who say it’s mid and those who say it’s bad. But in different ways, this game completely shows off the power of the 9th generation console.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 23, 2024
    80
    Burning Shores is definitely worth a visit. The story builds nicely, the side quests have nice depth, and Aloy and Seyka may end up forming something more than just a friendship. The question is whether a little more content could have been added. After all, it's all stuff we've seen before. [Issue#327]
  3. PLAY
    Sep 17, 2023
    70
    Seyka is a welcome addition to Aloy’s allies. However the DLC shows no intention of escaping the science fantasy nonsense the base game mired itself in. [Issue#28, p.88]
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