Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores

 PlayStation 5
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4.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 2566 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,442 out of 2566

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  1. CharacterPNW
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    This is a fantastic expansion to a fantastic game. Most likely the most impressive technological feat in gaming history and done on old hardware. Yep, the PS5 is old hardware. Snappy controls, graphics, animations, and scale. Wow Guerilla, you guys are freaking amazing.

    Ignore the review bombing.
  2. roaringheights
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Aloy is the GOAT.
  3. ABN
    Apr 25, 2023
    2
    Pretty looking game, but extremely shallow and boring. Protagonist remains one of, if not the most unlikable characters ever conceived. Only play this if it is in the bargain bin for $5.
  4. PhilipeBelchior
    Apr 23, 2023
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Aloy sempre foi uma loba solitária. Na dlc ela apaixona do nada. Serio, menos romance em games e mais gameplay.
    Historia não acrescenta muita coisa mas tem novas mecanicas legais. Mas nada que faça valer preço cheio. Comprem em uma promoção.    … Expand
  5. bcsego
    Apr 24, 2023
    0
    Writing is generally so bad and dull as if you were watching a Batgirl episode. And the characters are equally irritating as well.

    Do yourself a favor and spare some time and money for yourself and stay away from this dumpster fire as far as possible.
  6. Zores81
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Fantastic addition to the main game. Aloy becomes a richer character. The new machine provide a good challenge.


    The review bombing by homophobes is just disgusting..
  7. nickstradamuss
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best DLCs I have ever played. Only problems I had was towards the end of I couldn't tell what I was supposed to do and in the are before the last boss the controls and camera were super janky. All the people giving the game a zero for Aloy being a Lesbian did you play the other games?… Expand
  8. Chapa9dj
    May 9, 2023
    0
    The DLC is a waste of time and money it adds nothing to the plot . You'd be better of pretending it doesn't exist. Stick only to the first game and forget about everything else in this franchise because it's not worth it.
    And you know exactly why this isn't worth it.
  9. metatilo
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Beautiful and immersive. The setting of the Burning Shores has high production values. I really like the saturated colors of the Horizon series as well as Music and Sound. The action is jaw dropping. The use of the Dualsense is excellent. German localization is solid as well. Burning Shores is even more icing on the Forbidden West cake.
  10. CaptainSk0r
    Apr 23, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Aloy snd Seyka kiss. Big deal. It was emotional and fit the story great. They’re not pushing some hidden agenda, they’re telling a story. Other than that, game looks amazing.. best looking game I’ve played to date. Combat is fun and the added skills change it up a lot.… Expand
  11. Edson45R
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    gráficos mais impressionantes da geração até agora, jogabilidade refinada, tudo melhorado em relação ao jogo base
  12. erick3366
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. dlc is great but is being framed as bad and bombed because of an option at the end of the game that you can refuse.… Expand
  13. TheVitruvianMan
    Apr 22, 2023
    8
    It was pretty good DLC, but I had higher hopes. I was hoping for more new machines than the two or three they added, there were parts of the map that were pretty barren, and I wasn't too impressed with the small enhancements to the skill trees. However, it was more great gameplay from the base game, one good new enemy, and a great boss fight.
  14. Creesone
    Apr 23, 2023
    4
    Amo horizon, el 2 me voló la cabeza, pero me siento decepcionado con este DLC no agrega absolutamente nada, se nota mucho cómo toda la trama está súper forzada, y no agrega nada nuevo ni a la historia ni a la jugabilidad, las habilidades muy de relleno. Una lastima, era preferible q no saquen nada.
  15. Gomi111
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was looking forward to it. It didnt disapoint. Ufortunately main storyline is bit short but that didnt bother me. What disappointed me was not enough side quests. They could have added at least 5 more and it would be absolutely brilliant. For £17.00 it was still fine as the ticket for Imax costs pretty much the same.... This was a DLC not a full game, people need to understand it but I partially blame Guerilla for overhyping it. They could have stated hey here is 3 hours long main story line and 3 side quests, few collectibles and view points and one new cauldron ... its $20 go have fun.… Expand
  16. Areasir
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    اللعب سيء وما فيه شي جديد وشسمه كمان ذولا
  17. alikkon
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Clearly, there's something in common among most of these negative reviews, and it's kind of weird honestly. Historically, Aloy has shown little to no romantic interest in the people who have had interest in her, both men and women, because any form of romantic attraction is not to attraction to everyone of a given gender. Anyway... Gameplay was good. I only have two complaints, and neither resulted in a negative gaming experience: The first is that there weren't a whole lot of new machines. 2.5 essentially, between the Stingspawn (.5), the Bilegut, and the Waterwing. It's not much worse than Frozen Wilds in that regard, though. The other was that it felt a little short. I believe this is because unlike Frozen Wilds, this game spent little time focusing on the larger story (Nemesis). Frozen Wilds spent a large portion of its story focused on the larger Gaia story by way of the Hephaestus Daemon and CYAN. We still just vaguely know of Nemesis by name and that it scares the Zeniths.

    Previously we met the Quen in San Francisco and they were an interesting dig at the world of business. Burning Shores expands on them by showing that they're not a monolith, that there are differences in views and ideologies, and that one can do what's right even if it runs contrary to society. There are characters who fall under the sway of a cult as well.

    The final battle felt epic - it goes from one stage to another well, and aside from how long it took to swim from one place to another at one point, the pace was good. In the end, taking down the Zenith felt good.

    Some of these reviewers should take their own advice and focus on the story (>95% of which focuses on the Zenith plotline, helping people, taking down machines, and a little bit about Nemesis, and a mere    … Expand
  18. Waccy
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    An awesome addition to horizon forbidden West, graphics probably the best to date on ps5.
    With new modes of transportation new weapons and a whole new area to explore make this a must play if you are a fan of the series, aloy has met her match with her new partner seyka who is a great addition.
    If you rush through the main quest on this DLC you're missing a hell of a lot of content with    An awesome addition to horizon forbidden West, graphics probably the best to date on ps5.
    With new modes of transportation new weapons and a whole new area to explore make this a must play if you are a fan of the series, aloy has met her match with her new partner seyka who is a great addition.
    If you rush through the main quest on this DLC you're missing a hell of a lot of content with great side quest awesome battles with the machines and some fun puzzles to beat. I highly recommend this DLC you won't be disappointed. Oh yeah anyone complaining about aloys love interest or rates this a 0 has clearly not played this content.    … Expand
  19. Kadusan
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Eu gostei muito da dlc burning shores a empresa teve muito cuidado nos detalhes, historia divertida e deixa um gancho aberto para a próximo jogo
  20. Blufishe
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Love being in Aloy's world again. Fleshed out side characters are great as always and there's lots to explore. Makes me want to go back and play the first two complete games over again.
  21. valravnar
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Banger. Don't mind the mindless zombies regurgitating the same talking points without using a single ounce of their nut sized brains to think for themselves for once. 10/10 for me.
  22. Snocky
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Theyre fine with Elizabeth being gay in the first game because they can ignore it and pretend it doesn't exist. When Aloy is gay it's suddenly an issue.
    Anyway the game is of course, great. Not that it appears to matter for these reviews
  23. juanbriones09
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    The dlc is amazing the combats with new weapons are insanely fun, story is great
  24. Toobowlie
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    DLC is perfectly fine. I quite enjoyed it. The people upset over a girl kissing a girl are just downright pathetic.
  25. Tommycbs
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Incredible dlc. The graphics and performance were so impressive. The story was so much fun I hope we see some of the characters return. As is usually the case when there is a character that isn’t straight it gets review bombed. Just ignore these irrelevant fossils as they will soon be left behind. There’s no stopping horizon
  26. ArtemMHM
    Apr 25, 2023
    4
    A very short DLC with a poor storyline, dull characters, and dialogues.

    The expansion for the first part of Horizon was much better; this one is subpar. Yes, the graphics are beautiful, and the battles are not bad, but the storyline of the second part was not shining to begin with, and the DLC broke all records for shoddy work in the plot. The missions are very poorly designed, with    A very short DLC with a poor storyline, dull characters, and dialogues.

    The expansion for the first part of Horizon was much better; this one is subpar. Yes, the graphics are beautiful, and the battles are not bad, but the storyline of the second part was not shining to begin with, and the DLC broke all records for shoddy work in the plot.

    The missions are very poorly designed, with very little quality content.    … Expand
  27. RuneCastle
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Exceeding expectations: graphics (e.g. clouds, leaf foliage...), new cool weapon, gameplay, character growth & to top it all off: choice @ wonderful (poc) lgbtq+ rep., so appreciated & valuable … Expand
  28. Aello29
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    The DLC extends the story and it's doing it well. Best graphics until now but would loved one more new big machine
  29. AbualSemi
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This DLC is everything you need if you enjoyed the main game.
    There is a cool new weapon and a nice little story. The DLC looks amazing and is pushing the graphics to next-gen level.

    I don't understand the hate for the DLC - it is based on ONE tiny decision at the end of the story. You can also chose if you want Aloy to .... or not. Some people should really stop crying about it.
  30. Rogahar
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Excellent DLC for an excellent game. It's more of the same in terms of content - which is why I love this series to begin with.
  31. tammarroo
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    Burning Shores continues the artfully told world of Forbidden West. The graphics and character development continue to be top-notch. Plenty of quests, side quests, errands and collectables. Always eager for more Horizon content; can't wait for Horizon 3.
  32. PsiRadish
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Did you like Forbidden West? Good, here's more of it! Though maybe not A LOT more; other than the new main quest (which I did find satisfying in both length and content) there's like... 3 side quests? Maybe 3.5 if you also count the new collectibles. Don't remember how many side quests Frozen Wilds had but I feel like it was more than 3. But regardless, even if it's (maybe) smaller than Frozen Wilds, it IS big enough to be worth spending $20 on, so go ahead and open up that metaphorical wallet.

    The romance option you probably know about by now WILL make you wonder, "Why not Ikrie?" And there is something in common between Aloy and Seyka that isn't there between Aloy and Ikrie (or Aloy and Talanah if that's your thing), and that's the whole "risking your life for your people's survival even though they maybe don't deserve it" thing. Also, Seyka just... sticks around for a while. Maybe if Ikrie had stayed on to fight Hephaestus instead of quickly bugging off to invent her own hunting games, she could be the one getting Aloy kisses.    … Expand
  33. MtyBriks
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    It starts off slow, but ends with some epic boss battle. Ignore the fake hate
  34. Scarleg
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Ein DLC, das mit der Liebe gemacht wurde die echte Fans von ihm erwarten. Es macht die gleichen Dinge gut wie das Hauptspiel, und katapultiert das Spiel auf eine noch höhere Ebene, bei den Neuerungen. Ein Vorgeschmack auf den dritten Teil und der Hunger ist geweckt!
  35. coryj61
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't know why everyone crying so much about this DLC. Every game I've ever played with a female character I have prayed for the opportunity to kiss another girl character. And no I'm not L or G or B or any of the other letters. If you don't want to see it then chose one of the other options. It's a pretty simple solution. The only thing I didn't like about this game is that Varl dies.… Expand
  36. Corny2517
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    The game itself is simply astonishing. But seeing some other comments, it is clear that we have a very long way in front of us, to grow as humanity and to accept that all humans are greated equal.
  37. mikeydcv
    Apr 24, 2023
    5
    The relationship agenda was pretty forced, the brimshine collecting with free-roam annoying, the only real reason it's getting 5 is because of that awesome arm cannon.
  38. Britney187
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Amazing dlc that builds really well on the foundations laid by the base game. Also has a beautiful blossoming romance.
  39. Nora123
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    The story is boring… and I don’t need to know the sexuality of the character…
  40. Ravagon20
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Es el mejor juego DLC de todos los tiempos una obra maestra lo mejor que Guerrilla.
    Muy bien todo
  41. Scooterbru
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Why must you children review bomb? Xbox fanboys and salty little **** most likely. Games great DLC is great all in all amazing time for the money.
  42. Itsfeh
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing as always. Simply an incredible experience. Guerrilla is limitless at doing a great job in Horizon's world.
  43. SzymonPh
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game' s wonderful. Beautiful graphic and story(except ending with lgbt thread).… Expand
  44. Kazar86
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Great game. Don't deserve all this s***t and this review bombing. Thanks Guerrilla.
  45. Renatobio
    Apr 24, 2023
    1
    Gráfico lindo, enredo horroroso e jogabilidade pior que o jogo normal. Preço alto para uma DLC com 3 horas. Parabéns, conseguiram destruir a melhor história já feita em jogos de vídeo game. Horizon 3 será a pá de cal desta franquia que tinha tudo para ser uma das melhores.
  46. Sonicnomad
    Apr 25, 2023
    1
    Nothing new here, the same bland and boring characters and repetitiveness is just like the last game. I got bored a couple hours in.
  47. trodgers99
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Upsetting to see all of the homophobia. This was an awesome experience, I thoroughly enjoyed my time with it.
  48. Ko25osse
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A worthy edition to the ever growing horizon canon. Expanded gameplay mechanics only add to the adrenaline highs of watching Aloy (and a very welcome new ally, one that matches Aloy in wit and fighting spirit) come up against an entertaining and worthy foe. Lovely little surprise near the end as well for gamers who welcome it!… Expand
  49. TheRealDann
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    The most beautiful game i have ever played in my entire life. Just can't stop walking around looking at things. Was playing at 4k "Quality" mode, game runs smooth and nice. Spent around 20 hours in DLC. It was really nice to meet Gildun again, nice guy! I would like to see "Extreme difficulty" in this game because "Hard" - in not enough for me. In HZD:FW machines were hitting you like aThe most beautiful game i have ever played in my entire life. Just can't stop walking around looking at things. Was playing at 4k "Quality" mode, game runs smooth and nice. Spent around 20 hours in DLC. It was really nice to meet Gildun again, nice guy! I would like to see "Extreme difficulty" in this game because "Hard" - in not enough for me. In HZD:FW machines were hitting you like a train, in HFW:BC you are like shooting things without breaking a sweat. Anyway had fun, good game!… Expand
  50. JanekZiombal
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Alloy kissed a girl once and you have to choose that option for that to happen. Y'all need to chill.
    It's quite a fun DLC although I wish it was longer.    … Expand
  51. leslieann
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Managed to even look better in the dlc than it did in Forbidden West, and that was already on a superior level. A beautiful continuation with a better storyline and epic boss battle worthy of a dlc. Loved every minute of it.
  52. Kerr1
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Amazing DLC, the world looks even more beautiful than the base game. Getting to use flight more is awesome and it's a good length for the price. Makes me exited for part 3
  53. SpinoWolf
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Great DLC if you like horizon. It really adds to the game and while was a little shorter than expected it was still pretty great. New machines are interesting and the horus fight was cool.
  54. jsacco
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West is one of my favorite games of all time, and the Burning Shores DLC is everything HFW was, and more. Can’t wait for the 3rd installment, brilliant game, and by far the most visually beautiful game i’ve ever played. The photo mode is a game in of itself, for me.
  55. rymax
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    A solid continuation of the game. New characters were great, new area was beautiful, new enemy was expected but still fun. New machines were awesome to fight, especially with the new weapon. Anyone surprised by [the reason for all the negative reviews] wasn’t paying attention to the character, the writing, or any of the story thus far and/or probably didn’t even play the games.
  56. BRUXOdaCURA
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    English:
    I loved the DLC as it has a lot of gameplay time with side quests, puzzles, beautiful scenery and one of the most epic boss battles I've ever seen! I really noticed that it used my PS5 to the fullest.
    Português (Brasil): Adorei a DLC, pois ela tem bastante tempo de gameplay com missões secundárias, enigmas, um cenário lindo e uma das batalhas mais épicas contra chefes que eu    English:
    I loved the DLC as it has a lot of gameplay time with side quests, puzzles, beautiful scenery and one of the most epic boss battles I've ever seen! I really noticed that it used my PS5 to the fullest.

    Português (Brasil):
    Adorei a DLC, pois ela tem bastante tempo de gameplay com missões secundárias, enigmas, um cenário lindo e uma das batalhas mais épicas contra chefes que eu já vi! Eu realmente percebi que usou meu PS5 ao máximo.    … Expand
  57. BethJNS
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    I’ve binged both games and DLCs now, the scenery in this series is unbelievable and the storylines keep me hooked from start to finish!
  58. Zeusnato
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Jogo excelente. DLC não é jogo. Inclusivo e interessante para a história.
  59. Crajtar
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Phenomenal game and DLC...outstanding game.
  60. Ayshananay
    Apr 24, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Funny to me that people are mad about Aloy having a Same sex romance. Never specified what her sensuality is and the relationship in this dlc is completely optional. That being said, it doesn't live up to the highs of the frozen wilds but for fans of the main Game, they do add enough in terms of content, weapons, and armor to justify the price tag. Still one of the best looking games on the ps5 and I'm looking forward to what Guerilla does next.… Expand
  61. codychapman25
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This DLC is absolutely amazing. The DLC is very short with the main story being about 3 to 4 missions long. The detail of the environment and the quality of life changes that they've made with the seamless air to water transition is just amazing. Sekya is a wonderful addition to the horizon crew. I am so glad that her and Aloy are together. I can't wait to see what she brings to the fight with Nemesis
    RIP lance    … Expand
  62. marconeres
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing. The best dlc ever. Haters, the wold do not need you. The game is perfect
  63. JustShiekha
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Such a good DLC i would love play it again completely blind.
    I love the ideas they brought into the game and you can really see that they listened to the players because is in my opinion an even smoother experience than the main game.
    AND I LOVE THE ENDBOSS
  64. KnucklesXAkiza
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Awesome story telling and looking forward to see more story for the next Horizon game. I heard they're making Horizon 3 so I'm looking forward to play this game.
  65. Aimish
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game and I love LGBTQ+ representation! In love with this franchise and I can't wait for the 3rd installment.
  66. Shumbok
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Great story. Very emotional. Great Gameplay as usual. Overall very good DLC. Hope the PC port runs on Steam Deck
  67. Haroldkok2023
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    Just no. Keep politics and agendas out of videogames. No more horizon in the future please
  68. Pluk_Dejv
    Apr 22, 2023
    0
    Dlc is not coming out on PS4, Sony and Guerrilla are forcing players to switch to PS5 and the games are not exclusive Ps5 games. The DLC doesn't bring anything new to make it playable on PS4. Why did they release the base game on Ps4 when the DLC is only on Ps5 and nothing graphically new at all??!!! Sony and Guerrilla are just pulling money and forcing PS5 consoles
  69. Neroalbaz
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    ممله وسيئه ولا اتمنى ان يلعبها اسوء أعدائي ومن ينصح فيها فهوا غ. بي وا قصتها غير مثيره ابدا
  70. wrathalost
    Apr 22, 2023
    0
    There are only five story missions total, which can be completed within a few hours. Additionally, there are only three side quests, which provide very little replay value. For a DLC that costs $20, this is simply not enough content to justify the price.
  71. GamerX0011
    Apr 24, 2023
    1
    Started the DLC with positive anticipation. But as I was playing through the game, it felt very familiar. Nothing notable added to the gameplay mechanics, just nice graphics. And the new machines are bland. The DLC did not make the HORIZON story anymore interesting. It's boring. So, I was thinking, as I was playing what the DLC is really about. The DLC's main story could have beenStarted the DLC with positive anticipation. But as I was playing through the game, it felt very familiar. Nothing notable added to the gameplay mechanics, just nice graphics. And the new machines are bland. The DLC did not make the HORIZON story anymore interesting. It's boring. So, I was thinking, as I was playing what the DLC is really about. The DLC's main story could have been included in the FORBIDDEN WEST as a main or side. Hmmm...until I reached the ending dialogue. It hit me right in the face and laughed so hard. This is ALOY's COMING OUT OF THE CLOSET PARTY. GUERRILLA's pledge of allegiance to the WOKE MASTERS. A WOKENESS CELEBRATION! Great job!… Expand
  72. Versalador
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    once again the media creating a false narrative to protect a bad game just because it contains woke content.
  73. SymGotSkills
    May 2, 2023
    10
    (Ignore Envious People's Review Bombing) Considering that Burning Shores is a DLC, it's a very entertaining games, the graphics looks even better than HZD2, improved Shaders and Lights, a great work for Guerrilla
  74. Gorgoton
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    This is honestly a great continuation to Forbidden West with even more impressive graphics. However, this DLC has the same weak points of the base game; close combat feels off and everytime you get hit Aloy is stuck on the floor for far too long.

    Anyway, if you had fun with the base game you're gonna have some fun with its Burning Shores DLC too!
  75. Redeyeee
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    Could of been a little longer and definitely didn't hit as hard as HZD DLC did but for the price this is truly a beautiful expansion and I suggest exploring everywhere. Playing that with VRR with an unlocked frame it's truly a next gen experience.
  76. Bizancio_Askatu
    Apr 25, 2023
    2
    The only thing this Burning Shores has ignited is the franchise fanbase. It's only for PS5 and pricey for the content it includes, specially comparing it with the Frozen Wilds. The new machine groups and mechanics result on more chaotic and burdensome combats.
    Then it comes the controversial change to Aloy's character that basically pushes the game narrative into a direction that a lot of    The only thing this Burning Shores has ignited is the franchise fanbase. It's only for PS5 and pricey for the content it includes, specially comparing it with the Frozen Wilds. The new machine groups and mechanics result on more chaotic and burdensome combats.
    Then it comes the controversial change to Aloy's character that basically pushes the game narrative into a direction that a lot of players, myself included, do not like because it feels forced and artificial just to follow a trend on the industry. This change even contradicts narrative choices that the player can make on the Forbidden West.
    I have the platinum's of the 2 previous horizon games but after this I am done with the franchise and guerrilla has lost a sale for the third part.    … Expand
  77. Kazook
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    The best game to showcase your QD-OLED especially with the vibrant red hue (this game has a lot of it!). This DLC is built specifically for PS5, with densely world and epic boss fight, not possible with the last gen console. DECIMA engine is a force to be reckon with!

    Many seems to be triggered by the kissing scene which appeared to be completely optional since you can choose not to    The best game to showcase your QD-OLED especially with the vibrant red hue (this game has a lot of it!). This DLC is built specifically for PS5, with densely world and epic boss fight, not possible with the last gen console. DECIMA engine is a force to be reckon with!

    Many seems to be triggered by the kissing scene which appeared to be completely optional since you can choose not to triggered it (duh!)    … Expand
  78. Jeffmello88
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    O jogo dar continuidade a história de forma magnífica com um aprimoramento impecável dos gráficos, já o gameplay não muda muito em relação aos jogos anteriores. Só não vale um 10 por não ter disponibilidade para o Playstation 4. Todos mereciam ter essa experiência.
  79. Lobstrocution
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    It's definitely $20 worth of great content! 9 of 10 just because it feels like it was over fast. Interesting new traversal mechanics, a new unique weapon, and -completely consistent progression of Aloy's story and character development-. Disregard all the trash monsters 0'ing because they're regressive phobics, please.
  80. xmmer
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    loved it.
  81. talmo
    Apr 24, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. falo isso como um jogador que acabou de jogar o game, pois a experiência de jogar algo tão fantástico graficamente e mecanicamente é muito empolgante, claro a narrativa é curta até porque é uma DLC... mais desafio a qualquer um que tenha uma noção de jogos e não criticam só pra ganhar views que não existe um jogo tão bem feito onde ate os mobs são detalhado.
    falando do game a historia é corrida, mais conseguiram esclarecer uns detalhes como a aloy finalmente conseguir uma arma zenith além de outros detalhes que só quem jogar vai poder ver .. mas é bem feita com cenas de tirar sorrisos de nos jogadores.. principalmente o final de deixar qualquer um feliz, até porque vc é livre para tomar escolhas.
    foi a DLC que eu achei que mais valeu a pena, cara é fantástico, só um louco cego não poderia notar isso.... agora falando do final (alerta de spoiler)...... o romance é maravilhoso, logico que poderia ter acontecido de forma mais suave pra dar aquele charme ou também outras personagens também mereciam essa oportunidade, mas é bonita a relação com a seyka... acho q a escolha da aloy gostar de garotas era óbvio e muito bem pensada.... guerrilla games mandou muito bem    … Expand
  82. Coffybrake
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Very solid dlc. Lots of extra content and good story.
  83. Green_eyes34
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Game was a masterpiece...The game had an amazing story, amazing graphics, aloy continues to be the best female led character od any game I've played before and her romance with seyka was truly great. They are good for one another and it's nice to see more representation for not only the wlw community but also diversity. I hope that in the next game their relationship continues to grow andGame was a masterpiece...The game had an amazing story, amazing graphics, aloy continues to be the best female led character od any game I've played before and her romance with seyka was truly great. They are good for one another and it's nice to see more representation for not only the wlw community but also diversity. I hope that in the next game their relationship continues to grow and progress.… Expand
  84. Dee-ville
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    I'm sorry but if you've played both games and never thought to yourself "hmm this character probably isnt straight" I can't help you. This isn't new, isn't an "agenda" (god y'all sound dumb as hell w that), and fit the character perfectly. Bravo. Representation matters and if you're so fragile this upsets you to the point of trying to tank reviews well then sorry snowflake, guess you'llI'm sorry but if you've played both games and never thought to yourself "hmm this character probably isnt straight" I can't help you. This isn't new, isn't an "agenda" (god y'all sound dumb as hell w that), and fit the character perfectly. Bravo. Representation matters and if you're so fragile this upsets you to the point of trying to tank reviews well then sorry snowflake, guess you'll just have to play practically every other video game in existence. Oh, wait, ya'' can't play LOO either- I guess diversity truly does breed creativity.… Expand
  85. Slamwise
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The sequel to Zero Dawn holds up to the thrilling story and adventures of the first one, with adding some much needed UiI improvements as well as a stunning graphical upgrade. On top of that you have a gripping story and a cast full of three dimensional characters. Particularly interesting is Aloy's relationship with the Burning Shores DLC companion, Seyka. It's sweet, it believable, and it's a cute little bow on top of an already incredible game. If you liked Zero Dawn, Forbidden West won't disappoint you.… Expand
  86. yanfali
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing. Aloy finally in a relationship. This franchise is a blast and it's awesome it's exploring her more personal side.… Expand
  87. brutalace
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I remember when games especially RPG games used to give you choices in deciding the outcome of the story and your character, especially about important aspects like which side you want to choose (good or bad), killing certain characters or letting them live, romantic relationships and so on, these days we gotta just accept anything they stuff in our mouths because let me guess we gotta pander to the certain audience. Can't endorse these so called video games with agendas and propadanda anymore.… Expand
  88. Oswaldo1988
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Corrección política al estilo the last of us part II, vuelve la inclusión política, a sugerir que todos estamos mal. Y ellos bien.… Expand
  89. FOXUA
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    1.Перестаньте займатись пропагандою ЛГБТ. 2. Зробіть головну героїню біль жіночною і красивою.
  90. Stdshack
    Apr 28, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros: + More Horizon FW. + Improved foliage and cloud graphics. + New machine type. + New weapons and Quen armor. + Elite Weaves and Coils open up more options for legendary armors/weapons. Cons: - Short. 10 hours to 100% completion on New Game+ (Hard difficulty). - The antagonist was groan-worthy at best. - New valor surges and a lot of the added skills are pretty meh. - The hyped up added Zenith weapon is really weak compared to upgraded legendary weapons. - Too many collections padding out the playtime, not enough world building side quests. - Very little about Los Angeles really stood out. - No Tallneck for the region. - The Waterwing was pointless. Its functionality was needed for ONE quest, after that it was just a gimmick. - The skiff and the geysers were neat additions but pointless since we could fly over everything. - The DLC added a lot of graphical issues: Texture and shadow pop-in, texture glitches, lighting oddities. - Most of the music was recycled from the base game. - Erend, Zo, Alva, and Kotello were removed from their post-game locations and replaced with text "notes". - The relationship angle was hurried and felt forced. I don't care about the lesbian angle at all, but after two games of brushing off romantic interests, Aloy develops romantic feelings for someone she just meets and spends a couple days with? Simply because she reminds her of herself? It's bad writing, that's my problem with it. Overall, felt it was step below the base game and a major step below The Frozen Wilds DLC for original Horizon Zero Dawn. Unlikely I'll ever play this again as I've already exhausted everything there is to see and do. Collapse… Expand
  91. BROD10
    Apr 29, 2023
    7
    I don't come here to make an extremely negative review of the Burning Shores expansion, I really liked the dlc, but I need to express my opinion about something.

    I thought it was really cool that Aloy awakened the need for a company, a love, in the game's story. I always hoped to see that in the character one day, Aloy deserves it. But the way the relationship came about in this dlc    I don't come here to make an extremely negative review of the Burning Shores expansion, I really liked the dlc, but I need to express my opinion about something.

    I thought it was really cool that Aloy awakened the need for a company, a love, in the game's story. I always hoped to see that in the character one day, Aloy deserves it. But the way the relationship came about in this dlc wasn't well received by everyone and it broke the public's imagination, that is, it ended the expectations that many players expected to see in the character, even though the game offered the two options of 'no' for Seyka.

    A game has a story that captivates us, characters we admire and, in consequence, we imagine and hope to see a destiny for them. Then suddenly someone drastically changes the character build in the story and break our expectation.
    If the game developers already want, in the story, to awaken Aloy's affective side and building a relationship for her, why MUST the relationship be homoaffective? Why didn't Guerrilla gradually build this up in a way that also had the option of an future Aloy relationship with a male character (Erend, Avad or another character) throughout the entire story since the base game?
    Because the way it was done in this dlc, it was too fast and forced, it sounds like exalting and privileging only one side, only one group, pleasing only a few people.

    I don't mean to sound prejudiced, I value respect and equality for all, but it would be good the Guerrilla from now on to develop in the game's story, about the affective aspect of Aloy, a well-constructed system of choices in the next game Horizon 3, make the game a real RPG, where players can choose the course the characters will follow and the final destination of each one in the story. In this way, I think everyone will be satisfied.

    I give a score of 7 for Burning Shores due to of this fast and forced change that they did in Aloy, without a proper and gradual build since Horizon Forbidden West, or even Horizon Zero Dawn.Otherwise, I would give it a 10.
    Despite the absence of some elements, such as a quest with a Tallneck to reveal the map and more side quests (the Frozen Wilds expansion was much better in this regard), it is an excellent expansion, with an improved and more beautiful graphic compared to the base game, beautiful facial expressions of the two main characters, combat with new machines (it would be even better if there were more new machines) and an interesting plot that reveals a possible solution to combat the great threat that is coming.    … Expand
  92. Ajmo25
    Apr 22, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sigan con su inclusión forzada, dañando la industria tanto de la industria del videojuego como del entretenimiento en general.… Expand
  93. bumbleblo
    Apr 22, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This DLC is everything that we can ask about an expansion. More items, armor, weapons, quest lines and enemies.

    The new gameplay mechanics is a good new addition on the game, makes Burning Shores fresh and with the new enemies added on the game the gameplay it's fun and challenging.

    The map is maybe 1/3 of the original game, but have less density and things to see in some points, this is not a problem thought: the places where have content, have a lot.

    The new quests mechanics is another fun new thing added on the game, but I think that the quest award is a bit disappointing. Is good to have fun but don't change nothing about the power that Aloy has (talking about secondary quests).

    Aloy is more silent on this DLC, and that is a good thing. Was the first time in this franchise that I took more than 5 minutes to understand how to solve a problem, thumbs up for that.

    What is really it's a good hit on this expansion is the history. On the base game Aloy is finally diverting from being an Elisabeth 2.0 to having individual personality, now she is showing us what this personality is and it's good to see that she don't face everything without carrying some weight with.

    Finally, I have some critic about the history: The history don't know how to show a good villain, the new enemy is painted has a person that kick dogs in the morning and parks in 2 two spaces on lunch. To me this was something that Guerrilla know that don't work based on the first game. To me we is evil just because and nothing more than that, the big enemy on this game for sure drags the history down (thank god that he don't appear a lot). Maybe is the time to create more interesting villains, everything that we have at this point have or just only one dimension or don't have the real plan revealed (hi Sylens).    … Expand
  94. Dillon26
    Apr 22, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I didn't like it at all, they should focus on the plot a lot more than what they did… Expand
  95. TheSkinnyKing
    Apr 23, 2023
    0
    Did not develop the main story at all. Cash grab. Honestly ruined the original game and I’ve lost my love for the series.
  96. maxmentz
    Apr 23, 2023
    1
    Repetitivo demais, previsível, nada inovador e muito lacrolandia
    Não vale o preço
  97. Mohamed111111
    Apr 25, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game doesn't add a new things a disappointed story and the graphics is good but is good from forbidden west… Expand
  98. kermode
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Great DLC, a bit short but it was amazing.
    It's just sad to see so many homophobes rating 0, it's TLOU Part 2 all over again.
    You CAN choose not to romance Seyka just like you can turn down Avad in the main game but I guess people just love to hate on love.
  99. Spktran300
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Si ya era visualmente muy bueno mejoro en todo aspecto y un futuro prometedor para la siguiente entrega
  100. Mrskalfa
    Apr 22, 2023
    9
    Great DLC with stunning visuals and more backstory. Some great new mechanics, love the new rideable machines!
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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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