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. Positive: 1,021 out of 2566
  2. Mixed: 103 out of 2566
  3. Negative: 1,442 out of 2566

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  1. Kamovz
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    Thanks story writers for destroying one of my favorite characters zero dawn and main store forbidden was awesome burning shores 0
  2. Ludwisarz
    May 4, 2023
    0
    Another pointless political correctness. I guess they like to ruin their games. Everyone had enough of it. Get woke go broke.
  3. holznudelhauer2
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    Horizon Forbidden Wests story DLC „The Burning Shores“ is a great adition to the already outstanding main game.
    The combat and the overall gameplay loop were improved by adding new abilities and fun ways to explore the sunken ruins of L.A. while still remaining true to the gameplay and combat used in the main game.
    Nethertheless the story feels like a stretched side quest rather then an    Horizon Forbidden Wests story DLC „The Burning Shores“ is a great adition to the already outstanding main game.
    The combat and the overall gameplay loop were improved by adding new abilities and fun ways to explore the sunken ruins of L.A. while still remaining true to the gameplay and combat used in the main game.
    Nethertheless the story feels like a stretched side quest rather then an actual narrative in itself.
    Still there are memorable moments with cool and believable characters and the finally is also worked out in an epic way.
    The only real issue that I had were smaller pop ups while traversing the world on your brand new flying mount.

    What I want to say is that I had fun playing a brand new story with Aloy and her companian and that I can only recomend this DLC to everyone who loved the base game, but dont expect major changes.    … Expand
  4. Anobite
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I absolutely loved it. I liked that we got to see LA and the final boss fight was epic. Also the love story was very refreshing and I liked that a lot.… Expand
  5. Rahmah
    Apr 28, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Things i liked:
    -the new flying machine is pretty fun
    -story was great as per usual -the fact that they kinda showed from the beginning that alloy liked her love interest is pretty cute
    -the map
    - the horus fight
    Things I disliked:
    -I finished it way too fast    … Expand
  6. Lebannen
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    I loved playing Forbidden West and loved exploring this new map, knowing more about the Quen (my favorite tribe!) and welcoming Aloy to my community ;) I would give it a 9 but reading all these pissed off homophobe's comments made me realize how valuable is what Guerrilla Games did here, so there you go.
    Can't wait for the third installment of the main game!!
  7. Renee1234
    Apr 29, 2023
    10
    I loved it! Unique settings wonderful fights gripping story. It was wonderful all the way through and I thought it great to learn more about Aloys character. Fantastic work to all the people who made and wrote this. The effort really shows!
  8. NuPharazon
    Apr 29, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had a great time with this DLC. Some fun new battle tactics, and a pretty great final battle. Only complaints are that it was a bit short (Not short for $20, but I was hoping for another Frozen Wilds-sized DLC. I would have gladly paid more for it), and some of the islands were a bit empty. But the gameplay and story were solid. Looking forward to where it goes next.

    The homophobes out there must be really dense, because Aloy was obviously queer. I rather thought she might be aroace, but there's no way she was going to be cishet.    … Expand
  9. MissMagician
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I never review anything, but I'm super sick of this franchise getting review bombed because people want to be nasty. I love this game/series, and they keep making huge improvements to the dialogue, mocapping, mechanics, and more. And gosh I hope Seyka comes back because flustered little Aloy is everything!… Expand
  10. Veoxess
    Apr 22, 2023
    8
    Great continuation from the forbidden west story and I would also say a better dlc than Zero Dawn's. Ignore the negative critics, the story and resolution were all done very well.

    Gameplay felt alot smoother, especially melee. Enjoyed the new skills and valor surges. Side content felt a little wanting.Didnt find the trove stuff all that exciting and the Pangea stuff was also a bit    Great continuation from the forbidden west story and I would also say a better dlc than Zero Dawn's. Ignore the negative critics, the story and resolution were all done very well.

    Gameplay felt alot smoother, especially melee. Enjoyed the new skills and valor surges. Side content felt a little wanting.Didnt find the trove stuff all that exciting and the Pangea stuff was also a bit lackluster. Also some minor bugs in aerial captures.

    Looking forward to the next installment!    … Expand
  11. EduBo
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's just sad that yet on 2023 review bombing is a thing. And for the most idiot reason. Imagine loving a franchise and from night to day saying is wOkE gArBagE just because there's ONE OPTIONAL ending where Aloy kisses Seyka. It's ridiculous.

    It's a great expansion, having a blast backing into the world of Horizon. Almost everything from the base game is improved, nice new story, even though being a little short. Totally worth DLC for the fans of the franchise    … Expand
  12. annaconsentino
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    i loved it‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎
  13. Mabomanabo
    Apr 21, 2023
    10
    Beautiful DLC for beautiful game.
  14. Locke_VI
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    I'd give it 11/10 if I could.
  15. Ragnarneymar
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    L’histoire n’a pas d’intérêt et les personnages sont fades est sans personnalité.
  16. HandsomeCamel
    Apr 24, 2023
    0
    The game didn't contain a good story and gameplay like previous games
    You get bored so fast and quit playing it so I don't think it is worth the money even with a big discount
  17. Mirumquis
    Apr 25, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mixed feelings overall, not disappointed with the content just saddened there was only 4 hours of it. Game was visually pleasing but also very dense, it was easy to overlook things in the foliage unless you were scanning with your focus every 10 seconds. Enjoyed the story I just wish there was more, even some more side quests or hunting challenges.

    As for the aspect of 'woke culture' I was only bothered when Nova was introduced and was portrayed as mentally abused by Walter's constant tweaking, it's just an AI and instead of salvaging it's knowledge it could have helped against Nemesis and understanding what Walter knew we instead are only left with the choice to kill it and I don't know but that just felt unnecessary. I know we're not supposed to like Walter but there are more unflattering aspects of the male persuasion we could've tacked on him instead of his need to control the females in his life. It just feels like a Hollywood cliché and I wish it could've been more original.

    As for Aloy and Seyka I'm happy for Aloy finding happiness and love in someone (I even chose the heart option because girl deserves it dammit) and it was a choice, one I wish could have been with Erend or the Sun King and really let the players decide how they would want the story to go overall.    … Expand
  18. takapower
    Apr 24, 2023
    0
    everything was better before maybe they are trying to hide the failure by seeking approval of certain group but a failure is a failure never the less
  19. Barney264
    Apr 24, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un excelente juego, excelentes gráficos, pero el desenlace e de la historia no es lo que esperaba… es una inclusión muy forzada, ya habían incluido algo en la entrega anterior, esta inclusión no era necesaria.… Expand
  20. kayfab
    Apr 24, 2023
    0
    The rating is very fair, for me its not because of the eloy orientation but because i am a very casual gamer that likes to have fun playing a game, i had tons of fun with Horizon Zero Dawn, Frozen Wild and also Forbidden West. But upon starting the DLC Burning shores one thing struck me is how hard the combat was and unfair, 2 hits and i lost almost all my energy even if i was level 50 andThe rating is very fair, for me its not because of the eloy orientation but because i am a very casual gamer that likes to have fun playing a game, i had tons of fun with Horizon Zero Dawn, Frozen Wild and also Forbidden West. But upon starting the DLC Burning shores one thing struck me is how hard the combat was and unfair, 2 hits and i lost almost all my energy even if i was level 50 and fully upgraded. When i play a game its to have fun, when developers put in an easy mode (i want to enjoy the story with a light challenge i am expecting that) i am not expecting to want to throw my controller on the wall because its too hard even on easy mode i got to the last boss fight and gave up because it was too silly the difficulty of this boss missiles, rail guns you get blaster from everywhere and you have no chance, hide being the leg no missiles still catch you. This game is unfair and this dlc deserve is low rating for failing to give the casual gamer a fun time instead of pure frustration… Expand
  21. vamim73800
    Apr 25, 2023
    1
    The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is tedious, but the plot... fire this mediocrity who wrote the plot, you took her through connections, because she is a feminist's and problem is not about LGBT Aloy (I don't care about that). The whole plot itself is a very cheap social commentary.
  22. H-ALMARRI63
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    One of the worst games I've played. Short story, short tasks, boring game, and they destroy the main character.
  23. Ruben_RPR
    Apr 21, 2023
    10
    I really liked the expansion. For the price it has, a little more content is needed, but in general terms, both the mechanics and the story have enchanted me 10/10
  24. Chris08
    Apr 20, 2023
    10
    The graphics are more than awsome. The new Horizon DLC "Burning Shores" gains significantly in graphic presentation due to the exclusivity on the current PS5 Engine. In addition to the breathtaking setting, we witness an interesting development of the main protagonist, Aloy. A must have on the PS5 and the best dlc ever for me!
  25. MarvinBTRN
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    An amazing DLC with great gameplay, a beautiful story and amazing characters. I can't wait to play to th sequel
  26. Kvlamond
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Brilliant gameplay, visuals and story as always! Extremely enjoyable. Loved everything about the DLC. 100% would play again and again. Massive thanks to the creator! Honestly loved it.
  27. eijs_
    Apr 23, 2023
    0
    As a fan of this game, its getting my upset for trashing the game story only for a purpose of supporting an agenda that identifies people to force fans and gamers to accepting them to just been as others games that do the same thing!!! This game is brilliant gets people to shine in their dark times, this is ruined so much of what it builds in the fans minds. Just respect people preferencesAs a fan of this game, its getting my upset for trashing the game story only for a purpose of supporting an agenda that identifies people to force fans and gamers to accepting them to just been as others games that do the same thing!!! This game is brilliant gets people to shine in their dark times, this is ruined so much of what it builds in the fans minds. Just respect people preferences without forcing anyone to accept them to any shapes of agendas !!!… Expand
  28. matec
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    This is one of the worst DLC expansions I have ever played. Gameplay is boring. Writing is terrible.
  29. xmarcus
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    I am disappointed and no longer excited for any upcoming content of the game.
  30. Antoniods
    Apr 20, 2023
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ha un bel vedere, è bello rimane divertente. Il mio voto è un 7 pieno per questo DLC non ho trovato un personaggio interessante, narrativamente fatto molto bene, non nutro molta simpatia per l'introduzione dei personaggi. È un po' amaro nei confronti di Horizon Forbidden West. Horizon Forbidden West è un gran bel gioco, ma il DLC è un po' amaro.… Expand
  31. Guilagrotta
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Since Zero Dawn the game already showed signs of where it was about to happen. and it was great with quality. Missing details, yes! But nothing that impacts the game's story, even the story gains the missing chapter. There is no political agenda. There is reality and a lot of angry nerds.
  32. Anj0DaN0ite
    Apr 23, 2023
    0
    HOMOPHOBIA ??????
    I am giving a 0 because I am the fool buying the game and LOTS of Horizon merch, because I know that the reason why they forced this silly "LGBT romance" into the DLC was completely for marketing purposes, I know that the game producers don't care if Aloy is gay or not, but WE the actual fans of the franchise, the ones who just want to run away from this upside down    HOMOPHOBIA ??????
    I am giving a 0 because I am the fool buying the game and LOTS of Horizon merch, because I know that the reason why they forced this silly "LGBT romance" into the DLC was completely for marketing purposes, I know that the game producers don't care if Aloy is gay or not, but WE the actual fans of the franchise, the ones who just want to run away from this upside down world and enjoy some time with a fun and immersive game like Horizon, we care. We care about the game and we want it to be well executed as It was done until burning shroes. Some people say that this is just Homophobia, but what you don't get it is that this LBGT romance was forced into us with no prior development, a good example is with Avad, he shows his feelings towards Aloy and she corresponds to them however avoiding it for the moment because of the danger she is facing right now. Throughout the whole plot you see Aloy acting in a certain way, and then out of nowhere she starts acting with a new personality that doesn't corresponds to whom Aloy's been so far in the game. it was not something natural and organic just like like it happened to Ellie in the last of us, because we were able to see her character development and the events that led Ellie to be as she is. Which was not the case in Horizon, the producers just wanted to force a LBGT agenda into the game. One thing that I have noticed in SONY videogames throughout the years is that strong female protagonists can't be feminine or have a boyfriends, It has happened to Ellie, Abby and now it is happening to Aloy, all of those characters match to one or both of those descriptions. This is a constructive critic why Burning shores is getting all of those bad reviews. Disagree with a plot that was poorly developed only to please a minority's agenda is not homophobia, this is disrespectful with the actual fans of the franchise because we care about the game, and we want the next Horizon to be as amazing as forbidden west was, and not one more ordinary story to please a small group. Those who say that this is homophobia are just trying to push as many as they can to their side, doesn't matter if list all the facts why this is bad or wrong in a certain way.    … Expand
  33. Kajvenck
    Apr 22, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Top DLC!

    Everybody review bombing this game haven't even played the game and are just mad that aloy is lesbian. Gameworld is beautiful as ever. Gameplay got even better with new skills and machines. Map feels great to explore now that it is made to be more explored on flying mount. And the final boss battle was INSANE! Wish it had more sidequest and that it was a bit longer. But in the end loved it! Left me wanting more.    … Expand
  34. KathyPod
    Apr 21, 2023
    10
    Gorgeous world, fun new additions and characters!
    Loving the underwater and island exploration, there many intriguing things to be found off the beaten path. Music is on point as well.
    Only wish I had more hours left of it, but there are many corners of this DLC still remaining to discover I think.
  35. Webby1702
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Amazing expansion, slightly lighter on the side quests than the base game which i prefer, main storyline is fantastic especially the last battle, only expands on the existing gameplay and spectacle. Love finally seeing some positive emotions from Aloy, her relationship with Seyka is perfect!
  36. firemane
    Apr 21, 2023
    10
    Fun. And still great graphics. Action is good too. And women's love? She has already been in love with man. what's the problem.
  37. Naserq8
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    The most beautiful addition from PlayStation Thank you, PlayStation, for the best content
  38. Gaymer90
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    If I took a drink every time someone wrote a homophobic review of this DLC I’d be dead. I thought the expansion was just fine but screw the homophobes
  39. Darkdelt14
    Apr 23, 2023
    0
    No ps4 es molestia al igual qla inclusión forzada e innecesaria dentro del juego
  40. Eurekah
    Apr 25, 2023
    8
    Really shows how toxic the gaming community can be at times with all these 1 and 0 reviews…

    Excellent DLC. If you love HZD you’ll love this DLC. Only reason it’s not a 10 is because it felt really short.
  41. Dark_Dragen
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have no idea why this DLC is getting a lot of hate for; I haven't played it myself, but I have watched it and I loved it. What could happen with Aloy and Seyka wasn't FORCED at all, as people saying here. I was half expecting it to happen during the main game with how she acts. To be honest, thought she could be Bi.

    In this game Aloy spent a lot of time with Seyka, where in the past two games and DLC, Aloy spent most of her time alone. But here, she spends it with Seyka and was able to feel things that she never been able to for either being an Outcast or not spending a lot of time with someone. Here, she spends a lot of time with Seyka and for the first time in her life feels things that she couldn't before. It was up to the player at the end of the game if she ends up with Seyka or not, like a lot of games,

    Now of you would be review bombing this game if Aloy was straight. You would enjoy this part of the story, having the two characters kiss. The way you are all acting is sick. Don’t get me wrong, I understand where some of you are coming from. As with how many companies recently doing this sort of thing a lot more for the wrong reasons, it can turn people off. But here's the thing, Aloy being gay, that was hinted since the first game. And it was more or less confirmed she would be one when we find out that Elisabet had a female lover in Forbidden West. This alone would make people realise she would be gay too, that or bi. As Aloy was the clone of Elisabet.

    For people to act like this is sickening.    … Expand
  42. predsgirl
    Apr 25, 2023
    7
    Love the DLC! How about we all just play the game and not worry about who the characters kiss!
  43. Toicinhu
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    Infelizmente é uma péssima dlc. Pura lacração, ótimos gráficos mas história péssima
  44. Carlosm7a
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad Game... Aloy L innecesario cambio en ese aspecto y gráficos de plástilina.. ya me decepcionado mucho de play .. Xbox me voy para ti con los mejores servicios en jugadores… Expand
  45. Turbo123
    Apr 27, 2023
    9
    This dlc is great, i don't understand why people are review bombing this dlc for no good reason, is despicable and it needs to stop i bet you they haven't even play 1 minut of the dlc .
  46. Vermithor
    Apr 28, 2023
    9
    Another amazing content from amazing game. Surely this dlc isnt good as main game (horizon forbidden west is one of best games ever made) but it is still very good. Good story, good new characters, amazing world, cool new weapons, amazing last fight.
  47. TheGreenHouse
    Apr 25, 2023
    1
    DLC для Horizon Forbidden West поступило на полки наших цифровых магазинов и что в итого получилось ?

    Нагнем с плюсов: 1)Графика. Она действительно хороша, игра выглядит просто великолепно но прям каких то супер отличий от оригинальной игры я не увидел. 2)Звук. 3D звук PS5 себя оправдывает. Очень и очень достойно. Большего сказать не могу так как не сильно в этом разбираюсь. Вот и    DLC для Horizon Forbidden West поступило на полки наших цифровых магазинов и что в итого получилось ?

    Нагнем с плюсов:
    1)Графика. Она действительно хороша, игра выглядит просто великолепно но прям каких то супер отличий от оригинальной игры я не увидел.
    2)Звук. 3D звук PS5 себя оправдывает. Очень и очень достойно. Большего сказать не могу так как не сильно в этом разбираюсь.

    Вот и все плюсы лично для меня. Теперь взглянем на минусы....
    1)Сюжет. Он скучный, вот просто скучный и все. Я немного был утомлен от прохождения оригинала но все же были моменты которые меня цепляли. В Burning Shores он пресный, и какой то сумбурный. За все время что я провел в данном DLC я ловил себя на одной мысли: "Боже, как же это скучно и не интересно"
    2)Геймплей. Это тот же самый Horizon с небольшими новыми механиками. Ничего нового.
    3)Пропаганда ЛГБТ. Зачем ? Я ничего против не имею самого ЛГБТ. Я против навязывания и пропаганды. В основной игре хватало представителей ЛГБТ и все было в порядке, но Sony нужно было и Элой сделать не "традиционной"
    4)Так и не понял почему DLC не вышло для PS4. Guerrilla Games было в лень оптимизировать ? Простите но их отговорка о том что мощности PS4 не хвататит для "внимания к деталям" звучит бредово. Основную игру PS4 потянула, а DLC нет...Это смешно.

    Вердикт

    Ужасное DLC которое не стоит покупать. Лучше дождитесь скидок или попадания в коллекцию PS Plus    … Expand
  48. RZA22
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horizon Forbidden West: Left Behind shows the direction the franchise is deteriorating in. After the initial release 14 months ago, Sony lifted a huge middle finger to all PS4 owners. The game is not better in gameplay by any means, however, it is much better in number of exploding particles.… Expand
  49. AGAMER4
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    The dlc is dont give anything more than story and the price is so high for dlc
  50. MCDXLII
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just a disappointment..
    Eventhough the graphics are good, the story is poorly developed and with a sudden change in the main character that negated all theat have been built up in the first and second games, the story has been ruined for me and I lost interest in it. There is no enjoyment in the game play anymore.    … Expand
  51. adgerelli
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really great "end chapter" to HFW's main story. Really liked Seyka and the continuation of going after the last Zenith was done super well. Loved the boss fight. Loved the rep.… Expand
  52. immortis
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    Aloy heterosexual or asexual! Did the writers forget about the first part? It's good that at least you can make such a choice that Aloy does not kiss a lesbian.
  53. Behuke
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was insane !!! seeing Aloy show her emotions, finding out more about her, amazing! a new original machine that I can't wait to find in the next games of the saga. and the final fight, a masterpiece. Love it.… Expand
  54. lillajordbaer
    Apr 29, 2023
    10
    The DLC has a really good story and breathtaking graphics, people saying there is a ""political agenda"" need to go touch some grass
  55. claptrap
    Apr 23, 2023
    8
    Didnt bother to write a review but seeing all the crazy backlash I thought I add my two cents. First of all I am all against forced wokeness but anyone who thought Aloy is a straight woman has obviously zero knowledge of human nature. There were so many hints troughout the games that showed her not beeing interested into guys and also she is a clone of Elisabeth who had a relationship withDidnt bother to write a review but seeing all the crazy backlash I thought I add my two cents. First of all I am all against forced wokeness but anyone who thought Aloy is a straight woman has obviously zero knowledge of human nature. There were so many hints troughout the games that showed her not beeing interested into guys and also she is a clone of Elisabeth who had a relationship with a woman.

    Forbidden West was extremely woke to the point where I also rolled my eyes several times. Yes Guerilla Games, we get it, you want to teach people to be more empathic yet what you dont understand is that you create the opposite effect if you want to foce your views upon your consumers.

    But I also try to see this matter more differentiated. The world in Horizon is a new world with new societies. Free of religions and prejudices. It makes totally sense that same gender relationships can happen considering that the people are also descendants of the old people from the modern world where gay relationsips were probably absolutely common.

    There is no need to bash this game with zero's and hateful comments. I cant think otherwise than seeing little edgy boys behind all these hate comments who never had any serious relationship with other people. Boys, your thoughts will change when you grow up and if not, then you will live a sad life.

    As to the game, its obviously more of the same. Graphics are insane and this is the most beautiful game you can play on PS5. Gameplay is fun but make sure you play it on very hard, thats the only way to play it. The game is not unfair and rewards patient hunters who also consider a tactical retreat from battle and rethink their plan.    … Expand
  56. TiffanyStarr
    May 1, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gave it a 10 to balance out the 0's that whiney conservatives are giving the game due to a lesbian kiss option (and yes, it's an option. They don't even need to select it). The DLC is more of an 8. This DLC features great story missions, new enemies, weapons, armor, and skills, and a large, interesting new location. The game still looks phenomenal, and it plays just as great as the base game. I would have liked a few more side quests, and traversing some of the vertical areas can be tedious, but if you like Horizon FW and want a good chunk of content to sink your roboteeth into its worth the low asking price. If you're so fragile that the mere mention of LGBT characters existing makes your eyes tear up then get therapy rather than this DLC.… Expand
  57. yangfanhong
    Apr 28, 2023
    8
    Hahahahahahah. So many people rating 0 for this DLC, just because they hate. The world is over.
  58. NasserOscar
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    Boring
    Adds nothing to the game
    With was by the number open world tedium ..
  59. ArmyRetGuy
    Apr 23, 2023
    5
    Okay, not great. More of the same with no real innovation. Fun factor is at the level of tolerable but I found myself thinking about all the fun games I COULD be playing instead. Feels like DLC to a DLC.
  60. AztecEX
    Apr 26, 2023
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Я ждал это DLC. Мне нравится серия игр Horizon. Но это дополнение, словно плевок в душу фанатам. Сюжет очень слабый в игре. Нужно уничтожить ещё одного зенитовца. Потому что он решил улететь на другие планеты. А двигатель корабля отравляет всё живое. А ещё главный злодей дурит женщинам голову, и вообще он их всячески унижает и хочет забрать с собой. Чтобы ему поклонялись. Прям как кинорежиссер Ванштейн. Просто Лондра плохой пермонаж, просто потому что. Диалоги в игре просто никакие. Словно их на коленке написал пятиклассник. Все отношения между Элой и Эрендом, а просто забудьте. Элой теперь по девочкам. Графика в игре отличная, геймплей тоже. Но сюжет, диалоги и повестка ради повестки, это уже слишком. Крайне разачарован этим DLC(… Expand
  61. Lanthar
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just not good. Totally unworthy of the price. Have no news on the mechanics gameplay or foes. Quite frustrating.… Expand
  62. gabrieldavid3
    Apr 26, 2023
    0
    Let's be real, no one likes it when DLCs force a political agenda down our throats. It can seriously harm the quality of the game and leave players feeling disconnected. I mean, c'mon, when we pay for a DLC, we expect it to improve our gaming experience, not push someone's political viewpoint! W.O.K.E
  63. Gamm0n
    May 3, 2023
    2
    I could not get into this. It feels so underwhelming compared to the last one.
  64. AquariusEmanuel
    Apr 24, 2023
    5
    The quality of the game is excellent, unfortunately it unnecessarily put the LGBT crowd in this dlc and in a forced way, however much the kiss option may be a choice, they wanted to seal it with something that was not needed. I'm a fan of the series, but having trivialized this subject loses a lot of the quality of the game as a whole.
  65. GUTSSENPAI
    May 3, 2023
    0
    Can u stop focusing on unnecessary things and focus on the main story things will help the characters
  66. ArabConquerer
    Apr 25, 2023
    8
    I love the DLC so far. Im straight but i am also into girls like Aloy. But i think Seyka should be an arabic or black woman. I dont like chinese chicks, especially this one with her 5 minutes between the eyes. But thats ok i guess. I love how much LGBT representation is in this DLC. The game is finally full of homosexuality. Thats a good and brave decision by the developers. But bad forI love the DLC so far. Im straight but i am also into girls like Aloy. But i think Seyka should be an arabic or black woman. I dont like chinese chicks, especially this one with her 5 minutes between the eyes. But thats ok i guess. I love how much LGBT representation is in this DLC. The game is finally full of homosexuality. Thats a good and brave decision by the developers. But bad for many people in my country, because its banned here because of the kiss scene. Millions of people cannot buy and play this because of this decision. Maybe Guerilla is some kind of islamophobic i guess and we do not matter for them? We should also be allowed to play this inclusive masterpiece. I hope there will be a 3. part in the future. But i am afraid that too many people will not buy it because they are homophobic an it will be a flop. And i hope there will be more relationship options, maybe even with some robots. A romance with a Horus Titan would be nice.… Expand
  67. jzs8
    Apr 25, 2023
    0
    It’s so boring
  68. Tatsuya33
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    Hello
    I don't understand Polish people, I don't understand people!!... Lvl English language maybe ok but brain- lvl zero.
    The LGBT community is people too but idiots won't understand it.
    Maybe more respect no only hate
    I like this game, this dlc... I like PS5!!!
  69. Takizuru
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    A very good extension to the base game. Adds new weapons and new way of fighting. As always with the studio, the graphics are simply amazing. I recommend it ! The new story is fascinating.

    As for the idiots bombing the game because of something as trivial as this, I want to say a) what a sad life they have and b) you know what they say about protesting too much ? Repressed much ?    A very good extension to the base game. Adds new weapons and new way of fighting. As always with the studio, the graphics are simply amazing. I recommend it ! The new story is fascinating.

    As for the idiots bombing the game because of something as trivial as this, I want to say a) what a sad life they have and b) you know what they say about protesting too much ? Repressed much ?
    Seriously, it’s because of people like these that wars are fought…    … Expand
  70. Kirysev
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    Really really great. Thank you so much for this masterpiece. Epic
  71. Kirstem
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the game, how they introduced the character of Seyka and made us love this character. The connection between Aloy and Seyka was amazing and I loved that the ending had options. The only bad thing is that it is only for Ps5 and the economy of many does not allow us to buy it. But putting that aside, this game is great and doesn't deserve the homophobic reviews it's getting.… Expand
  72. Jweinberg1995
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    Visually stunning and true to Aloy's character development. The vast majority who disagree only do so to spew hateful rhetoric because their fantasy was ruined.
  73. JUSTcomeIN
    Apr 29, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best dlc they could give in terms of a new story, gameplay, mechanics, mobility and world. Sad that people dont like the difficult romance.… Expand
  74. ForkTheFirst
    Apr 30, 2023
    9
    Can't understand that negativ ranking. Mayby it's all 'Tales from the boomerland'.
  75. Ariel-X
    Apr 30, 2023
    8
    Es un muy buen DLC supera al juego base en algúnos aspectos. Aparte de esto lo que criticaron al DLC es por el simple hecho de no haber salio en PS4.
  76. Tharnis
    Apr 27, 2023
    8
    A really nice expansion. Mostly i dont care too much about expansions as they for the most pale compared to the main story.

    With this one i forgot i just played an expansion as i actually got very immersed in the story.

    And it looks awesome, wow! Was worth the price.

    If you like Horizon, you will probably enjoy this one as well.
  77. PlayerBoy95
    Apr 25, 2023
    8
    Very good both gameplay and story wise. Side content is decent, but nothing impressive. Open world looks amazing, but doesn't shine when explored and that's a bummer.
  78. mrfeelgood
    May 2, 2023
    7
    The developers need to work on the script and the narrative, what were the prerequisites for the final twist? They weren’t there and it looks just ridiculous, it’s like tomorrow I suddenly want to change gender and nothing precedes this)) The depth of character development is what this game lacks, although the atmosphere in the game is great and a lot can be forgiven for it , but my wishesThe developers need to work on the script and the narrative, what were the prerequisites for the final twist? They weren’t there and it looks just ridiculous, it’s like tomorrow I suddenly want to change gender and nothing precedes this)) The depth of character development is what this game lacks, although the atmosphere in the game is great and a lot can be forgiven for it , but my wishes for the third part of the franchise will remain unchanged. Step away from the standards of open world games and make the best game ever!… Expand
  79. davy420
    Apr 23, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game started off great, the visual looked amazing, the story interesting. But there is not much new here, only one new machine. The story goes kinda dry and there are only 5 main missions and 3 side quest. The missions don't add much to the story and one mission was just boring. I was hoping the final battle would be awesome, a new machine to take on. But the final boss was quite boring, yes it was a machine, a new Horus. But all you did was stop it from over heating, it was just so dumb, not a memorable final boss at all. Kinda lame to be honest, I finish the 8 missions in the game in 8 hours. Not worth the $20 if you ask me.

    But I did love Sekya, she was a great character, I would love to play a game as her!    … Expand
  80. ubek
    Apr 28, 2023
    6
    Story is great, gameplay even better. Unfortunately it's awfully short for it's price. Also I've encountered some bugs that spoiled the fun for me a bit.
  81. Gapinszczak
    May 2, 2023
    9
    The DLC for Horizon is incredible good. graphics look amazing, gameplay is not far from that we can see in main game, but still is enjoyable. The story is continuation from the main quest line, so you need complete main game. Not all thing are the same, developers gave us new weapons, a few new machines (but one from them looks like normal Solar Bird), and new vehicle (useless for me). TheThe DLC for Horizon is incredible good. graphics look amazing, gameplay is not far from that we can see in main game, but still is enjoyable. The story is continuation from the main quest line, so you need complete main game. Not all thing are the same, developers gave us new weapons, a few new machines (but one from them looks like normal Solar Bird), and new vehicle (useless for me). The plot is real good written, but simple. New enemy character from Zenith, new "save the word" main quests line. The worst thing is length, I completed main quests and one or two from side in 8 hours. A lot of people said about kissing, but is only, an option like in Cyberpunk, AC: Valhalla and other game. If you don't wanna kiss other girl you can tell "Sorry I'm straight". So I don't know where is problem. I used "no" options, and I haven't any punish or that things… Expand
  82. Saladin1010
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    Still a amazing game! And the visuals are something else! The Sony has once again set the bar for open world games! With the Burning Shores! Can’t wait what is next for this amazing series!
  83. Domztpf
    May 1, 2023
    9
    I didn't actually enjoy the main game as much as i liked this DLC - final boss battle is awesome; its a decent DLC
  84. Diegames
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    DLC sensacional. Agrega em todas as implementações em relação ao jogo base. Gameplay divertida, gráficos impressionantes e tecnicamente praticamente perfeito. O tal final do mi-mi-mi é opcional e não atrapalha em nada a experiência ao longo da Gameplay, que é o mais importante para um jogo.
  85. Endymion_Var
    May 1, 2023
    10
    Y Guerrilla hace lo imposible; si ya Horizon Forbidden Wedt es cosiderado techo tecnico de Generacion y que esta Expancion supere la Calidad Grafica es de sorprenderse.
    El juego tan lleno de vida y los entornos que no hacen creer que estamos ahí.
    NO tengas dudas; tienes que jugarlo para que veas que es un juego Next-Gen.
  86. DJ_Bueno
    Apr 26, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DLC formidável, desafio muito bom, quanto a orientação sexual da Aloy já estava indicado desde o zero dawn, só reclamo que por mais que trocasse as armaduras, durante o jogo não era atualizado visualmente a nova armadura, ainda tem material para o Horizon 3 como já foi divulgado.… Expand
  87. Tosh79
    Apr 28, 2023
    6
    it's ok i guess. More of the same, but the boss fights are a bit clunky and it doesn't feel as much of an expansion as the Frozen Wilds was. Definitely underwhelming.
  88. TapioM
    Apr 24, 2023
    5
    Looks good, but some annoying bugs may occur. In one of battles Seyka mostly stood under fire.

    Mostly like Forbidden West, but I would like to have more datapoints.

    The ending was disappoinment. I won't buy third game for full price.
  89. Hizzer
    Apr 24, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am a huge fan of the Horizon franchise and love it with all my heart. I went through the first game with pleasure and I can already call it my favorite. The second part also pleased me, as there were new machines and mechanics that I liked. When I heard about the release of the DLC, I immediately pre-ordered it, because I was sure that it would meet my expectations, but something went wrong. I do not regret the money spent - the DLC is really very beautiful, the new location looks great, I liked the Waterwing and I am absolutely delighted with Horus (this is one of my favorite robots, which I was really looking forward to). It's hard for me to write this review, because I am sincerely grateful to those people who were responsible for the combat system, graphics, machines, characters and buildings designs. But the script came out incredibly weak with some strange and inappropriate elements. Mind you, I'm not anti-LGBT at all. I even thought that Aloy would look good with Talana or Alva. I really like these heroines and the dynamics of relationships with them. But Seyka is a completely uninteresting ludicrous character with an annoying personality that didn't evoke an ounce of sympathy in me. I didn't like traveling with her and I was glad when the game allowed me to be alone and mind my own business. Their relationship starts so spontaneously and develops so rapidly that you start to feel like you're in a teenage girl's fanfic. It's also important to me that I can be on the same wavelength as the character I'm playing. But Aloy turned out to be too keen on her new girlfriend. At the same time, she seemed to even become even more rude and distant, as if she didn’t care about anything. I was confused by her remarks during the battle with Horus, because, well, guys, this ancient war machine, the very terrible threat that destroyed all life. And Aloy acts like she's got some stupid shrimp in front of her that you can slam with a slipper. And seriously, she actually defeated Horus on her own while Seika kept it distracted. I mean, a human with a bow and a stick was able to disable an armored robot the size of a stadium. The tanks and planes of the past had such huge problems with this, but apparently they did something wrong. I remember how much I was impressed by the old records from Zero Down, where soldiers and civilians talked about the horrors of war against machines, so I expected real fear and experiences from Aloy, because it's normal to be afraid. But it doesn't seem to scare her anymore. And it looks unrealistic. Aloy does not seem to take what is happening seriously, treating it as a boring routine. I would like to see the development of this character, her growth as a person. And if the developers want to give Aloy a love interest, then why not let the players choose who she will be with? I like both the male and female characters of Horizon, I think each of them is better than Seyka, because the latter looks like a personal OC of the screenwriter, who apparently really wants to date Aloy. This looks insanely weird. Plus, I'm really tired of these nasty evil men who oppress strong independent women, especially when they are at the center of the plot. I can't even hate Walter, I don't take him seriously because he's such a ridiculous and comical villain and his motivations are completely absurd. Also, to be honest, I would like Aloy to find a real friend on the Zenith side, because so far they have all been just selfish freaks. I still love Horizon and I'm ready to buy the third part if it comes out, but I also hope that the developers will improve Aloy herself, the plot and the relationships between the characters. This franchise means a lot to me and it's hard for me to give such a low rating, so I'm sorry if that.… Expand
  90. Cheapsocks
    Apr 26, 2023
    9
    Some bugs and glitches aside, absolutely fantastic! Amazing end game boss fight and most heartwarming ending!
  91. Hecksungiven
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    I am absolutely baffled by how metacritic allows these reviews and how snowflake reviewers allow their judgement to become clouded by these homophobic remarks and immediately assume it’s an “agenda.” But hey, while we are here, at least my floor is not covered in McDonalds DoorDash bags unlike these other reviewers.
    The story is smallish and feels a tiny bit of an after thought, but it    I am absolutely baffled by how metacritic allows these reviews and how snowflake reviewers allow their judgement to become clouded by these homophobic remarks and immediately assume it’s an “agenda.” But hey, while we are here, at least my floor is not covered in McDonalds DoorDash bags unlike these other reviewers.
    The story is smallish and feels a tiny bit of an after thought, but it does expand the story, allows more character development for Aloy, and yes, you have the choice to kiss a same-sex character (ooo scary!!) but as always, the graphics are stunning, the gameplay does not break the mold it has already set (although the mold is what we all fell I love with), and Aloy is just as cool and endearing as always. I recommend this DLC (not a new game as people often forget when they get mad about how long it is, it is just a DLC expansion) and encourage others to give it a try at any point. Ignore the homophobes and their paper bag covered floors, they contribute nothing.    … Expand
  92. nAWISZ
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Don't sh*t yourself. You have a ton of games where the main character is straight. And if this one element really bothers you so much that it stirs up so much emotion, I recommend therapy. Xenophobia and/or Homophobia is no joke.
  93. Ryanh02
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game awesome new weapons pretty challenging new enemies absolutely no complaints it was perfect.
  94. Pezdykk_155
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Quality game, quality DLC. I completely finished two parts of Horizon and got two platinums. I can't name the minuses of the game
  95. Ryan123_
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game added on to the lore to the previous game developers the groundwork for the next game… Expand
  96. GayWolfQueen
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. $20 for a DLC and so far I’ve gotten over 10 hours of gameplay, well worth it. Main Quest was so fun- I couldn’t put the game down! Beat the MQ in one day, and now going through and finishing up everything else.
    Beautiful animation/cutscenes. The new combat mechanics are great. Compared to HFW, the map does feel a bit empty in terms of stuff to do, but I still find exploring to be fun. I understand with the story that a Hunting Griund wouldn’t make sense. I do wish there was a Tallneck though, I always look forward to them! Story-wise it feels like a good lead-in to Horizon 3, with Londra’s thoughts on what to use against Nemesis as a decent starting point for probably the new game’s main quests.

    The ending of the main quest and Aloy’s further character development feels like the next logical step for her. We go from seeing her as a loner and outcast, mostly going it alone in HZD with minimal support from Sylens, plus others in the final battle. To then in HFW, she’s assembled a decent group of friends that are helping her, despite her initial refusal for help and insistence of doing it all herself. With Burning Shores, it feels like she’s getting closer to Beta and she and Sylens are starting to reach a point of mutual respect, if not really friendliness. And of course- Seyka. I was rooting for them since before the game was launched and was convinced that we were going to see something between the two. I was hoping for what we got in the end scene, but didn’t expect it in the DLC.
    They work very well together and I thoroughly enjoyed their banter- both in-game and cutscenes. The ‘Heart’ option at the end feels the most in-line with the story and the established relationship of the two throughout the main quests (so I’m hoping that’s the canon option for H3). Can’t wait to see more of Seyka, and just generally more Horizon of course.

    Overall, it was solid expansion on the established story and a wonderful arc to further develop Aloy’s character and see her finally starting to let people closer.    … Expand
  97. Alidia
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Great dlc, really does a great job of expanding on both the story if the original game and also the characterization of Aloy. Hope to see more in this same field!
  98. Dlibera
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    I love the dlc. Looks awesome and the story is neat. It was the exact progression of what happened in the main game. I'm looking forward to the third entry
  99. aurus_kpm
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing DLC, with even better combat scenarios and beautiful graphics. The plot is a big "OK", as it was with Frozen Wilds, just an extra history, which leads to my real (and only) problem with this DLC: the added romance is optional, like a side quest.

    Why add something which is really impacting in a character that has in it's development a life of isolation and lack of interest in others peoples personal life? This game never was about the player choice, nothing like The Witcher series. It would be so much better if it was canonical, now it's really hard to know what to think of the character for the next game. More than that, will this choice even matter? Optional dialogues shouldn't even be used in games like this, not at this point at least...    … Expand
  100. rsharipov1988
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Third is a great game. Shove your homophobia into your exhaust port. The graphics is awesome, the gameplay is buttery smooth. The setting cannot be beat.
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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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