Horizon Forbidden West

 PlayStation 5
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10308 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,763 out of 10308
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  1. SlaUa
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Отличная игра! Графика, сюжет - все на высоте. По сравнению с первой частью - огромный шаг вперёд!
    Убисофт нервно плачет в углу и вопрошает - а, что так разве можно было?
  2. Alexander18000
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Its a 10. Why? It just is, buy it immediately. The Xbots can keep being mad.
  3. Knockout12_
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece of an open world and flawless gameplay. Aloy is an amazing character. I’m truly immersed
  4. TheGayGuy
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Phenomenal story, phenomenal gameplay and combat experience thatvi have seen in a while and its a massive leap over the first game.
  5. ScorpionZstormm
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Great game Xbots cryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
  6. A-Kratonos
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Uno de los mejores open world en el mercado y uno que ha mejorado las flaquezas de su titulo anterior con ingenio y cuidado, gráficamente es pulcro y un portento técnico de cuidado, y en combate e interacción con NPC's es un salto de calidad considerable. Puede verse enturbiado con algunos bugs, y su historia tampoco es que sea lo mejor que hubiera deseado.
    Yo pienso que es entre un 8 y 9    Uno de los mejores open world en el mercado y uno que ha mejorado las flaquezas de su titulo anterior con ingenio y cuidado, gráficamente es pulcro y un portento técnico de cuidado, y en combate e interacción con NPC's es un salto de calidad considerable. Puede verse enturbiado con algunos bugs, y su historia tampoco es que sea lo mejor que hubiera deseado.
    Yo pienso que es entre un 8 y 9 solido, pero ya que algunos quieren ser graciosos con sus notas injustificadamente negativas, no veo mal considerarlo un 10 para variar.    … Expand
  7. Bignotsmall
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Big improvement everywhere compared to Zero Dawn. The graphics are out of this world. I got the PS5 version. This game is worth every penny. The detail level of the water in this game is insane. The characters look real life , I’ve been playing on quality mode , it looks so great on that LG OLED.
  8. Hadiii
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Amazing game from every single angle it got, even though i haven't completed it yet but so far so good tbh, even though there's some glitches here and there that wouldn't ruin the game or anything but its all good every game got em at its first couple of days of launch, and for the xbox fanboys that are mad, if you can't beat em, join em, yall are welcomed here :)
  9. soulburn
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Its a nice slow adventure action game, hours if not weeks of fun. Giving it a zero is childishand to counter i’ll give it a 9. Solid game you might even learn something.
  10. jonnyhovo
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    While the game definitely isn't perfect, it's an improvement on the original in just about every single way. Graphics are incredible, the story is engaging, and side missions are a big improvement. Despite already putting in 22 hours, I keep wanting to come back to the game and keep exploring. My only main complaint are minor bugs and other minor technical issues. When running the game onWhile the game definitely isn't perfect, it's an improvement on the original in just about every single way. Graphics are incredible, the story is engaging, and side missions are a big improvement. Despite already putting in 22 hours, I keep wanting to come back to the game and keep exploring. My only main complaint are minor bugs and other minor technical issues. When running the game on performance mode, cutscenes can be a bit jarring at times due to stuttering when there are camera cuts. There's also pop-in during camera cuts as well. None of this ruins the experience for me, but it should be noted. If this game can get some patches to fix these issues, I would consider changing my review score. The game is amazing and should be experienced by anyone with a PlayStation system.… Expand
  11. lpiau
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Amazing! It has improved what we have seen on the Horizon Zero Dawn! One of the best candidates for the game of the year!
  12. G1L
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Um dos jogos mais bonitos que já vi. Se mantém na mesma mecânica de HZD com algumas alterações novas, ainda não terminei o jogo mas até onde cheguei estou adorando.
  13. DiavoloGR
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Best sequel. Superb graphics and gameplay . Looking forward to finish the game
  14. Handheld_Gamer
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    One of the best game in 2022, amazing game play, soundtrack, graphics and a lovely story.. recommended for all gamers.. Masterpiece..
  15. waneliion
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Amazing gameplay experience, the best looking game - graphic wise - i've ever seen, wonderful soundtrack and audio design. The story is unpredictable and engaging. Guerrilla did not disappoint once again by filling missing pieces from the first game.
  16. Davidjm1987
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I’m loving this game. If you liked the first one, this is what that but so much better. Better characters, meaningful side quests that you actually feel compelled to do. Don’t believe the review bombs. It’s ridiculous that fanboys feel the need to give a game like this 0/10. Even if it’s not your cup of tea, if you think this game is actually 0/10, then your opinion isn’t valid. There isI’m loving this game. If you liked the first one, this is what that but so much better. Better characters, meaningful side quests that you actually feel compelled to do. Don’t believe the review bombs. It’s ridiculous that fanboys feel the need to give a game like this 0/10. Even if it’s not your cup of tea, if you think this game is actually 0/10, then your opinion isn’t valid. There is absolutely no reasonable reason for someone to give a game that type of score… Expand
  17. mArk0
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Best game of 2022 so far. Best looking game so far as well. 30 hours in haven’t put it down
  18. BlazedApe
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Unbelievable game. They've outdone themselves. Mind you, a few things to clean up but nothing game breaking. Exceeding my expectations by A LOT. Taking my time with this game. 20 hours in and I've barely scratched the surface of what the game has to offer.
  19. DJ-AnK
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    Visually stunning on PS5. Load screens are under 1 second.
    Gameplay is fast & fun,
    there's enough Puzzles, challenges & different enemies to keep any gamer satisfied for the duration. I'm enjoying the story & the expansion of the lore put forward in the first game. 20 hours in and i've only unlocked about a third of the map (i think), but i have taken my time to explore and do all on    Visually stunning on PS5. Load screens are under 1 second.
    Gameplay is fast & fun,
    there's enough Puzzles, challenges & different enemies to keep any gamer satisfied for the duration.
    I'm enjoying the story & the expansion of the lore put forward in the first game.

    20 hours in and i've only unlocked about a third of the map (i think), but i have taken my time to explore and do all on offer.

    I only encountered one bug, & that was in a cave where the frame rate started stuttering a bit. - a quick restart & it resolved itself. not exactly game-breaking.    … Expand
  20. eboke
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    La verdad que no entiendo muchas de las críticas negativas, sobre todo los ceros, que deben ser xboxers amargados. El juego, pese a que tiene algunos bugs subsanables, tiene una profundidad enorme y supera en todo a su predecesor y a juegos del estilo.

    A los haters solo les diría que lo prueben antes de ponerle el cero, que se nota que no lo han jugado.
  21. chimnino
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Great continuation of Aloy's story! Good graphics, fun gameplay, lots of quests. Very happy with this game. No idea why it is getting bombed. Guess Xbots and MasterRage is upset they can't play or something
  22. Rinat1191
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Великолепная игра, большой шаг в сравнении с первой частью, рекомендую к покупке!
  23. excellins
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. Way better that the first. I highly recommend this game!
  24. cjay2
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Story is better than most nowadays books, absolutely love this game, its just a perfect sequel, recommend to all, who enjoyed the first part.
  25. arnes_king
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    The game is much better then I ever expected it to be. So much fun that I am 10 hours in and still not crossed into the forbidden west. Doing everything 100% on ultra hard and having much fun :)

    The game has so many details in details and never saw something like this in a linear game, so other open world games can not even compete.
  26. Viserion
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it.
  27. lodsyik
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    I don't understand why this game is being review bombed with low ratings. Zero?? Grow up, touch grass. I'm not sure if they have played this game or even owns it. Gameplay is good and the graphics are insane on PS5. I'm enjoying every bit of this game, if you love the original then you will love this as well. Will definitely be a game of the year contender.
  28. Boris-Barbaris
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    Мне совершенно не понравилась первая часть, но вторая вызывает очень положительные впечатления. Сюжет наконец перестал быть подростковой мутью, геймплей прокачали по всем фронтам, а визуал с музыкой выше всех похвал
  29. A467806h
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Потрясающая игра с красивой графикой. Достойное продолжение! Вот теперь чувствуется некстген! В отличии от других платформ, Сони делает экзы, а не обещает по 10 лет одну игру и в итоге ничего.
  30. luke_om
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I'm very happy to have had the opportunity to play it, the story held me until the end, the landscapes made me stop to admire them, and the gameplay has a good difficulty, the enemies have a complex gameplay construction.
  31. s14r43r
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Best game ever!!! Thank you, guerrilla games for this beautiful game!!! My personal game of 2022!
  32. Bigwill1023
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    For a launch, there are always some bugs which im fine with. And honestly, going from the first one into this, it feels like a continuation which I love. I'm 25 hrs into it and barely just entering the tenakth territories. I want to explore everything there is to this game, and there is a TON to do and explore. Hell im only 23%. Playing on Normal, combat is definitely a challenge at times.For a launch, there are always some bugs which im fine with. And honestly, going from the first one into this, it feels like a continuation which I love. I'm 25 hrs into it and barely just entering the tenakth territories. I want to explore everything there is to this game, and there is a TON to do and explore. Hell im only 23%. Playing on Normal, combat is definitely a challenge at times. Especially with some of the new machines.… Expand
  33. henchgriggs
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    As a huge fan of the first game I almost assumed that this was going to be a slight cash grab.

    I was so wrong... All improvements i thought they could make to the game from the first game they did. I haven't completed it yet but I'm pretty far through the story and the lore feels so in depth it's like i'm reading a book. And a very good one at that. Tweaks to the gameplay; the skill tree    As a huge fan of the first game I almost assumed that this was going to be a slight cash grab.

    I was so wrong...

    All improvements i thought they could make to the game from the first game they did. I haven't completed it yet but I'm pretty far through the story and the lore feels so in depth it's like i'm reading a book. And a very good one at that. Tweaks to the gameplay; the skill tree improvements and new weapon crafting and improvement systems feel so natural and add a lot of cool new aspects to gameplay allowing you to employ your own set of tactics. Onto one of my favourite parts - the voice acting and character movements. In conversation it makes you feel enveloped in the universe through genuinely enjoyable character interactions, great voice acting and realistic character movements during conversation. The Forbidden West location itself is very rich with the locations containing tribes now feeling enjoyable to wander around find quests and even play a game of "Machine Strike". This is something I found lacking from the first game and I'm very glad they got it right this time around.

    All in all 10/10 combat, 10/10 story (so far), 10/10 voice acting and 10/10 world building    … Expand
  34. Mobid
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Despite of being a crossgen game, Guerrilla has somehow made it look better than most next gen only games.
    Im loving it so far the story feels very engaging, and ofc Dualsense support here is just phenomenal.
    Its a must have from me, money well spent.
  35. LeX-
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Отличное продолжение хорошей игры) графика на уровне, даже на пастгене. Кто не играл - советую)
  36. ComradeKilljoy
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Exceeds expectations. Honestly. One of the best games ever if you ask me. Ignore the feview bombers and go buy this game. It's 100% worth it. Your eyes will adjust to the resolution mode but it's worth playing in that mode.
  37. eric_vinicius
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    O Game está incrível, tanto no PS4 quanto no PS5 e espero que futuramemte chegue no PC também. Graficamente lindo, jogabilidade ótima, raríssimos delay de render e até o momento nenhum bug. Espero muito que tenha mais games com essa qualidade em todas as plataformas!!
  38. RaptorNemesis
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    the most beautiful game in the world, good gameplay, a nice improvement in 1, a technical lesson in gaming
  39. NRistic
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    So man trolls. There should be a strict system in place to justify rating ANYTHING a 0 or 1/2. The majority of these losers either xbox fan boys or never got there hands on a PS5. HFW picks up where Zero Dawn left, uncovering the secrets Sylus came across. The new story actually adds to the depth of the first and manages to expand on it in a meaningful way. The combat is improved, theSo man trolls. There should be a strict system in place to justify rating ANYTHING a 0 or 1/2. The majority of these losers either xbox fan boys or never got there hands on a PS5. HFW picks up where Zero Dawn left, uncovering the secrets Sylus came across. The new story actually adds to the depth of the first and manages to expand on it in a meaningful way. The combat is improved, the visuals are somehow even better and the VO is spot on. The ONLY justifiable negative feedback comes from performance texture bugs and resolution mode fluidity. None of which are major issues after day 1 patch. In fact, in comparison to most other AAA titles, HFW is amazingly major bug free. Kudos to the hard working dev team that put this together.… Expand
  40. felipirlo
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Game with amazing graphics. For the ones who played Zero Dawn will love the sequence. Battles are amazing and were improved. Still on the begining of the campaign, but until now history is keeping me excited
  41. TulioTm
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Melhor gráfico da atual geração! A jogabilidade melhorou consideravelmente.
  42. forgotaboutdrew
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Beautiful looking game! Runs great. All I want to do is play this game! It’s addicting.
  43. Masters33ch
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    Great sequel but really just more of the same. The additions are nice but the story doesn't carry the same impact as I anticipated. There's only so much you can change in relation to a sequel. Bugs are funny though. Overall good great but not groundbreaking
  44. Sherif4389
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    The story is brilliant the gameplay feels smooth and fun and in terms of graphics it is one of the best games on the last gen and definitely the best looking game on the current gen.
  45. biyassen
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I don't remember the last time where I played an open world game which has been so engaging with it's enemy variety, combat and side quests along with the main quest. Horizon Forbidden West fulfils it all. Undoubtedly the best open world games till date. The graphics of this game on the PS5 is so gorgeous that I can't get my eyes off it + every single criticism that it received for HZD hasI don't remember the last time where I played an open world game which has been so engaging with it's enemy variety, combat and side quests along with the main quest. Horizon Forbidden West fulfils it all. Undoubtedly the best open world games till date. The graphics of this game on the PS5 is so gorgeous that I can't get my eyes off it + every single criticism that it received for HZD has been significantly improved in this game. Yes there are some bugs which occur in every single open world game but none of them are game breaking so should be a good purchase for you when you buy it. Can't wait what Guerrilla will bring in the DLC of the game + the next installment of the series and I hope it comes soon.… Expand
  46. ELITESKULL
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best games to show the ps5 performance + an amazing long story
  47. ErickMax
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Jogo belíssimo graficamente, jogabilidade incrível com uma ótima história, um dos jogos já feitos.
  48. SinaBarani
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    One the best looking games ever made 10/10 Graphics
    9/10 Story
    11/10 Soundtracks
    And god characters was furious 10/10 Well Done Geurilla .
  49. iamtheking
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Light years ahead of anything on xbox. Sony keep putting out absolute bangers. Xbox will never have a game as good as this.
  50. Brentel
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    The game is incredible and a direct sequence to the first one that really makes sense. Even though it still needs some polishing, the final result is a masterpiece and a very fun to play game.
  51. Akam5
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game exclusive playstation Best graphic Best gameplay … Expand
  52. GersonBP21
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    El juego mejora en todo aspecto a su predecesor, no solo en gráficos, también en variedad de armas, artefactos, combate, mecánicas, etc. Es muy divertido de jugar y terminar todos los desafíos, obviamente tiene algunos bugs y como cualquier otro juego pero no es nada que arruine la experiencia o algo que te encuentres frecuentemente, no hagan caso a esas reviews que le dan al juego menosEl juego mejora en todo aspecto a su predecesor, no solo en gráficos, también en variedad de armas, artefactos, combate, mecánicas, etc. Es muy divertido de jugar y terminar todos los desafíos, obviamente tiene algunos bugs y como cualquier otro juego pero no es nada que arruine la experiencia o algo que te encuentres frecuentemente, no hagan caso a esas reviews que le dan al juego menos de 7 puntos porque se seguro son de fans tóxicos de la x verde (guiño guiño) si te gusto el primer juego en definitiva te encantará este.… Expand
  53. caiommj
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wonderful game! High difficulty and beautiful graphics. Great exclusive!!!… Expand
  54. faisalqazi31
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I recommend this game very much. If you have a playstation you must try this game. ITs look beautiful in every aspect and gameplay is so awesome. Aloy is the best female protagonist
  55. Msingh04
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Game is great don’t listen to the hate they don’t know what they are talking about
  56. themanwithaplan
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    This game frustrates me in some ways. I gave the game a 9 because I think it really is a masterpiece of a game that’s held back by some old design philosophies. Namely its questing interface and traversal. Guerrilla designed the game around using quest markers for each sub task, so it can be more frustrating than immersive to play without them, and confusing when you turn it on and aThis game frustrates me in some ways. I gave the game a 9 because I think it really is a masterpiece of a game that’s held back by some old design philosophies. Namely its questing interface and traversal. Guerrilla designed the game around using quest markers for each sub task, so it can be more frustrating than immersive to play without them, and confusing when you turn it on and a long-lost villager shows up as a specific marker on your HUD. The climbing also seems to have been made intentionally worse. The main character will often jump in the exact opposite direction you’re shouting at her to go. However, the story is phenomenal, the characters are more interesting this time around, and fighting robots dinosaurs is an ethereal experience thanks to the PS5’s turbo blast processing. This game could be a masterpiece if moving around the world was snappier, and there was less of a Skyrim-like mission structure of “follow the marker.” However, I don’t fault the developer for these issues. I’d assume that based on the quality of the other aspects of the game, they likely prioritized expanding the strengths of their last game (combat and story) and succeeded in fixing their biggest blunder (the facial animations in the new game are miles better than Zero Dawn). While it’s tempting to sit here and dream about what this game could’ve been, I’d really rather just fight a thunder jaw again! I found that Hard difficulty made combat more engaging than the easier modes but MUCH more bearable than Ultra Hard. I’d recommend playing on Hard at first and changing the difficulty it you find yourself having less fun. Get the game, just be aware it’s not going to cure cancer.… Expand
  57. DeviJones
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Awesome.. just one word.. this is best sequel.. the way they connect it with previous part in the beginning is very fresh and new we have not seen so far.. there a some small bugs but I will let them go away from my eye sights.. I am just enjoying it.. people who are giving zeros and all I don't know either they are fake or buyed.. This game is superb and best example of how to make aAwesome.. just one word.. this is best sequel.. the way they connect it with previous part in the beginning is very fresh and new we have not seen so far.. there a some small bugs but I will let them go away from my eye sights.. I am just enjoying it.. people who are giving zeros and all I don't know either they are fake or buyed.. This game is superb and best example of how to make a sequal and connect both parts.. its best of all in recent time..… Expand
  58. Gemmy1992
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Its such a piece of art , the graphics is top notch the animation is waaay superior than the previous entry of the series, the gamplay is better too , more variety in enemies more weapons more mechanics more machines to mount side quests are the highlight of this game and the minigame is so addicting its like Gwent all over again rhe only serious problem in this game is the stealthIts such a piece of art , the graphics is top notch the animation is waaay superior than the previous entry of the series, the gamplay is better too , more variety in enemies more weapons more mechanics more machines to mount side quests are the highlight of this game and the minigame is so addicting its like Gwent all over again rhe only serious problem in this game is the stealth it had a step back from the previous one and the malee combat system is still unsatisfactory compared to something like ghost of tsushima… Expand
  59. Freon__
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Improved all aspects of the first part, VERY beautiful and atmospheric game. Very nice to spend time in this game and explore the open world.
  60. Timmaykc
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    I'm about 15 hours in and so far it's excellent. I'm playing on a 4k 144hz gaming monitor on a PS5. I haven't experienced any noticeable bugs and the combat, visuals, and story are all excellent so far. I don't understand why there are so many 0's in the user reviews. It's kind of suspicious. In 2022, a developer released a finished product with very few bugs day 1. That's impressive,I'm about 15 hours in and so far it's excellent. I'm playing on a 4k 144hz gaming monitor on a PS5. I haven't experienced any noticeable bugs and the combat, visuals, and story are all excellent so far. I don't understand why there are so many 0's in the user reviews. It's kind of suspicious. In 2022, a developer released a finished product with very few bugs day 1. That's impressive, given what we've seen with things like CP2077 and BF2042. I only wish they would release on PC at the same time. That's the only reason it loses a point from me.… Expand
  61. Maniaco-p1
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Excelente juego por su variedad de exploraciones su nuevo combate y nuevas funciones que te dejarán sumergido
  62. jelex
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Great work from Guerrilla, it looks so good with a great narative. Is a must play.
  63. GilvanNovais07
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Esse jogo é excelente uma clara e notável evolução referente ao primeiro jogo, joguei no PS5 em modo performance e tá lindo.
    Até as missões secundárias os npcs dessas missões secundárias são incríveis, é um mundo perfeito onde tudo foi muito bem polido e se encaixa perfeitamente com o universo do jogo, a história tem um ritmo ótimo.
    Sendo bem honesto e realista o único ponto que desagrada    Esse jogo é excelente uma clara e notável evolução referente ao primeiro jogo, joguei no PS5 em modo performance e tá lindo.
    Até as missões secundárias os npcs dessas missões secundárias são incríveis, é um mundo perfeito onde tudo foi muito bem polido e se encaixa perfeitamente com o universo do jogo, a história tem um ritmo ótimo.
    Sendo bem honesto e realista o único ponto que desagrada é a colisão do jogo,quando a Aloy escala ou pula alguns obstáculos ela meio que entra no cenário,mas nada que estraga o game,mas as vezes incomoda um pouco,e pra finalar esse jogo vale muito a pena,muita coisa pra fazer nesse jogo muita missão boa e um jogo praticamente perfeito,merece muito ganhar o GOTY esse ano.    … Expand
  64. Raheel2121
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Best graphics ever for a game, very immersive gameplay, one gets lost in the amazing world, addictive to the point of getting red eyes, new machines, lores, tribes and a huge area to explore. Every weakness in HZD has been improved. New weapons, Cauldrons, so many side quests and the main campaign keeps you engaged throughout. The dialogues can be a bit much, very occasional graphic bugs,Best graphics ever for a game, very immersive gameplay, one gets lost in the amazing world, addictive to the point of getting red eyes, new machines, lores, tribes and a huge area to explore. Every weakness in HZD has been improved. New weapons, Cauldrons, so many side quests and the main campaign keeps you engaged throughout. The dialogues can be a bit much, very occasional graphic bugs, some parts feel repetitive but the game’s awesomeness level makes one ignore these minor things. Sound track is excellent, machine A.I. is improved and the world with it’s beauty and detail is breathtaking. I am not even using the mount and just walking/running everywhere. Truly a timeless gem of a game.… Expand
  65. Hakka
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Playing on a PS4 and clocked 20 hours into the game. I've read some of the negative reviews and 99% is absolutely unfounded in my opinion. Really can't get my head around why these bad reviews are posted. Perhaps afraid of a strong female character?

    The graphics and movement of the characters, environment and effects are (even on PS4) breathtaking. The water quality, bubbles underwater,    Playing on a PS4 and clocked 20 hours into the game. I've read some of the negative reviews and 99% is absolutely unfounded in my opinion. Really can't get my head around why these bad reviews are posted. Perhaps afraid of a strong female character?

    The graphics and movement of the characters, environment and effects are (even on PS4) breathtaking. The water quality, bubbles underwater, footprints in snow, wind effects, mountains, grass and so on just explode on my (4K QLED) TV. Can't wait to see it actually on a PS5.

    The story so far is compelling and divers, even more if you focus on side missions and tasks. Yes, there is some rinse & repeat in some missions "go there & get this", but the story surrounding it is different and divers. The main story is in my opinion believable and new.

    Regarding bugs, last minute appearing trees and other flaws, I must say that I have found none. Must say I normally am also not bothered by it in games, because it has also to do with the performance of your own hardware.

    The only thing that bothers me slightly are conversations containing "modern" words like "body bags", which I find hard to believe that is it something their world would be familiar with.

    Anyway, I foresee some long and fun playing with this game and certainly would recommend this game.    … Expand
  66. Ferra497
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Review bombing pieces of ****, i hope u all die porcodiononsopiùchescriverci
  67. MetaPlayer6969
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    If you liked HZD, you gonna love HFW

    They improved so many details from gameplay to graphics
    The game is more fun than ever and absolutely stunning
  68. Gonzo74
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Outstanding graphics. Positive story. Lovable protagonist. Definitely worth the wait.
  69. saaaykk66
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Very nice looking game with fantastic gameplay. The dualsense is a game changer.
  70. brightspark1
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    The best game I have ever played. Amazing in every single way, and I've seen 0 bugs so far. Do yourself a favour and buy this!
  71. Berna123
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    El juego es una maravilla solo dire eso

    Sere sincero y le pondre un 10 porque aqui hay mucha odiosidad de los xboxer tóxicos que ni si quiera han jugado al Horizon y no tienen PS5 o incluso son los odiosos seguidores del calvo de Sasel
  72. Cobancho25
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Una gran secuela tanto en historia, jugabilida, gráficos y entorno. Para mí supera al anterior y no comprendo tantas críticas negativas.
  73. venom1ru
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Super well-designed environment, great gameplay and a million more little things, including customization, which make you think how to finish things as soon as possible and return to explore this world.
  74. renat_akhmerov
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Absolutely visually stunning, incredible amount of detail, unbelievable music. This all creates a world full of life, a world that you believe can exist and, in my opinion, it's the best virtual world created so far. They have exceeded my expectations about the game so much in every aspect. Congrats Guerilla and Sony with such a huge achievement and another masterpiece in their PlaystationAbsolutely visually stunning, incredible amount of detail, unbelievable music. This all creates a world full of life, a world that you believe can exist and, in my opinion, it's the best virtual world created so far. They have exceeded my expectations about the game so much in every aspect. Congrats Guerilla and Sony with such a huge achievement and another masterpiece in their Playstation collection.… Expand
  75. Nikitry
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Игра очень понравилась! Супер детализированный мир, супер проработанные машины. Подача сюжета просто шик. Одно но.. Эллой стала какой-то надменной, ей всегда наплевать, когда ей кто-то что-то говорит. Мужиков не считает за людей, может послать капитана стражи города и пойти безнаказанно за воротаИгра очень понравилась! Супер детализированный мир, супер проработанные машины. Подача сюжета просто шик. Одно но.. Эллой стала какой-то надменной, ей всегда наплевать, когда ей кто-то что-то говорит. Мужиков не считает за людей, может послать капитана стражи города и пойти безнаказанно за ворота
  76. Korneiy14
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Улучшены абсолютно все аспекты игры относительно первой части. Кому понравилось Zero Dawn - очень рекомендую вторую часть серии
  77. Sorakoh
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Best graphic I seen and many interesting side quest.
    I never encounter any bug for now.
  78. Steeltimer221
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Amazing . So so so good. Best game graphically to date. Gameplay and story fun too. If you have PS4 or ps5 it's a must buy
  79. matrix3366
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Amazing Gameplay
    Very Good narrative and story
    Superb Graphics
    and everything
    10/10
  80. cody85
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    One of the most anticipated games of this generation. graphically excellent, the soundtrack impressive. Argumentally very similar to the first, however with a very interesting lore.
  81. vitala
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    I'm not a fan of the first part, but I still bought the second part on release. And you know, I can't tear myself away from it. In three days I played 16 hours. I am obsessed with pictures, music and gameplay. The story is intriguing and a pleasure to follow the characters.
  82. YaremaUKR
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    A really good improvement over the original! Guerilla you are top tier developers!
  83. UltimatePresi
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    So far im 12 hours in the game and i freakin love the gameplay and the story, can't wait to uncover all the secrets out there
  84. Obchamp
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    Fun game, great graphics, still think Aloy looks dumb but that's okay. More variety of machines to fight which is nice.
  85. Littlesister
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    A great audiovisual and playable experience! Superior to Zero Dawn in all sections. Guerrilla has shown that it is in the first level along with Naughty Dog and Santa Monica.
  86. Jakratos
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    One of the best open world of all time, impressive graphics, dynamic combat and action,and beautiful stories
  87. lofudoscar
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Se o primeiro já é perfeito pra mim, por que raios eu não iria gostar deste segundo jogo onde tudo foi melhorado? Perfeição de jogo na minha opinião e que venha o terceiro!
  88. Itsmebani
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Nothing much to comment, great game with great new machines! Thank you gorilla!
  89. mattp1986
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Incredible visuals, great gameplay and an interesting story with varied side missions and plenty of activities to keep you busy.
    It's a massive step up from the original Zero Dawn, which was already a great game.
    Guerilla are a fantastic team and this IP is going from strength to strength, I hope we see more of Aloy for years to come.
    10/10 if you own a PS5 this game is a must buy
  90. kickmaster118
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    There is still amazing and gorgeous graphic presentation on ps5 though the game do not use real tracing lighting,Rich main storyline and side quest,decent and challenging operating system,This game is definitely worth every penny
  91. REGUISTHEFIRST
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Perfect simply perfect, and polished to an insane level of details only fools would fail to acknowledge.
  92. Heisenberg421
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    It's my game of the year no doubt, the side quests,the NPCs and aloy all are so good
  93. Zreddy
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    I thought the graphics of the first one still looked like a modern game. This game is on a whole other level. Great story, side missions, and a robust wild full of life.
  94. SrFrias
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Una secuela muy esperada. Mejora el 1 en todo y es un monstruo gráfico. Si te gustó el primero, no te defraudará.
  95. Phoenixg1992
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Way better then the first, the first horizon I wasn't totally in love with the first one
  96. Hello_shazoo
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    10/10 game top next-gen exclusive Sony......................................
  97. SnoopX
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's always someone that's gonna complain about things that are near perfect Horizon builds off the old system into something spectacular! Theres so much to do and learn that the game keeps your attention for hours. Some of these comments i have seen are a bit ridi though… Expand
  98. TrophyHunters
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    So far from the 20+ hours I've put into it, I feel many improvements of the game have taken place, map as big as ever, skull trees are incredibly deep and many options, story takes a while to pick up, but most games of this calibre do start off the same, it's a great build up for the things to come. No spoilers here, but I do believe they have very much improved and made the franchise better.
  99. makebelive
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Awesome game, on ps4 looks good
  100. MohammadTM
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Don't mind the haters. The game is awesome and stunning in every way!! Thank you Guerilla Games
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#7 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022
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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 127 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 119 out of 127
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 127
  3. Negative: 0 out of 127
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 30, 2024
    100
    Horizon has enchanted me again. After a slow start, a graphically beautiful, sophisticated sequel comes, polished in every aspect, and underscored by a great soundtrack on top of that. The sequel was simply a success. Everything that worked before works even slightly better now. [Issue#317]
  2. T3
    Aug 11, 2022
    80
    Horizon Forbidden West is Guerrilla's best game to date, taking Aloy to new heights with a blockbuster release that meets the high standards set by PlayStation in recent years. While it's totally worth fans jumping in on day one, it's perhaps better to wait a few weeks until all the bugs are ironed out.
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  3. MeuPlayStation
    May 11, 2022
    96
    Horizon Forbidden West is exactly what everyone thought it would be: an amazing game. It has an open world with plenty of things to do and places to explore, fights against some really well-developed machines and stunning visuals. The feeling is that the second game of the series improves on what was already great, and it feels rewarding and fun to play. It is another single-player masterpiece from Sony.
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