Horizon Forbidden West

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  1. RoyShih0131
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    This is game keep give me the same touchable feeling as previous. Everything is amazing during playing
  2. ZoeNight
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    É o melhor jogo graficamente já feito, o combate é diferente do usual, a exploração é intensa.
  3. Cama2121
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. The graphics are great and the story is good. Even secondary missions are great
  4. JazielRosette
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Quizás lo mejor de Horizon FW es que hace todo lo que hizo increíble a Horizon ZD pero mejorándolo sustancialmente, no solo la exploración mejoro sino que ahora abarca 3 aspectos, cielo, tierra y mar, el combate con los enemigos tanto maquinas como personas a mejorado a niveles que lo vuelven un reto y muy disfrutable, personalmente se esta convirtiendo en uno de mis juegos favoritos puesQuizás lo mejor de Horizon FW es que hace todo lo que hizo increíble a Horizon ZD pero mejorándolo sustancialmente, no solo la exploración mejoro sino que ahora abarca 3 aspectos, cielo, tierra y mar, el combate con los enemigos tanto maquinas como personas a mejorado a niveles que lo vuelven un reto y muy disfrutable, personalmente se esta convirtiendo en uno de mis juegos favoritos pues ofrece un gameplay fluido, gráficos impresionantes, una historia muy entretenida y mucho contenido y agregados que hacen que cada minuto que lo juegues sientas que valió la pena tanto la espera como el tenerlo.… Expand
  5. Maryo59
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    Super open World dans la veine du premier. L'histoire est top, les missions secondaires sont toutes intéressantes. Il y a beaucoup de contenus. Est surtout c'est très beau textures super propre.
    Bon je met 9 car j'aime pas du tout la façon dont l'escalade est gérer avec des sorte de traits jaune pour l'escalade .
    Sinon pour le reste c'est top. Je recommande chaudement.
  6. Roxas10
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was a great sequel with great story telling and a masterpiece. Combat movement, facial expressions, body language, and overall graphics was improves from the previous game. It's much more showing how the world had greater scales to explore from before. All the environment vegetation with difference variant and such marvelous world that I had ever foreseen.… Expand
  7. Datvu
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    This game is great!!!! I found Aloy is an amazing character fallow the incredible story!!! I hope that everyone enjoy the game as much as possible!
  8. BarakaTheRapper
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    the most beautiful game ever made. impressive evolution in relation to the first game, transforming it into something innovative. and a fantastic story. I will play soon and have fun like never before.
  9. Gamer_boy1985
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    I loved the first one and i had high hopes for the Second one. I can happily say that i love the second one as well! The only thing that annoys me a little bit is the glitching in some areas, like, when you suddenly disappear into a rock for example. The climbing isn't always as good as i thought it would be, an the yellow "helping lines" for the climbing aren't always helpful, certainlyI loved the first one and i had high hopes for the Second one. I can happily say that i love the second one as well! The only thing that annoys me a little bit is the glitching in some areas, like, when you suddenly disappear into a rock for example. The climbing isn't always as good as i thought it would be, an the yellow "helping lines" for the climbing aren't always helpful, certainly not at some parts during the in game day time. But these are small details and easy to ignore. The don't break the game! Simply put, it's a beautiful game with very good gameplay and a lot of different missions! I love it!… Expand
  10. KidGhoslty
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    This is a sequel the likes of which are rare in today's gaming industry. A game that truly respects the lore and story of its predecessor, adding depth and mechanics that expand on the story and gameplay in interesting and rewarding ways. Everything from combat, traversal, gear, and story have been taken to another level. The story may go "too sci-fi" for some, but personally I lovedThis is a sequel the likes of which are rare in today's gaming industry. A game that truly respects the lore and story of its predecessor, adding depth and mechanics that expand on the story and gameplay in interesting and rewarding ways. Everything from combat, traversal, gear, and story have been taken to another level. The story may go "too sci-fi" for some, but personally I loved it. The stakes are raised in meaningful ways throughout the game, coinciding with more advanced combat and traversal mechanics that are perfectly paced throughout the game. Everything is woven together masterfully to create a believable world with amazing characters. Side content has as much depth as main story quests, so everything feels meaningful and has a tangible effect on the game's world.

    If you loved Zero Dawn, this one is a no-brainer. If you never played Zero Dawn, I would suggest doing so before diving into this game. You can still appreciate this game without playing the original, but this game delivers amazing payoffs for those who did invest their time in Zero Dawn.    … Expand
  11. Ludwir
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    Mundo aberto, gráficos excelente, boa jogabilidade, interação com o mundo é bem imersivo.
  12. GameReviewerES
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    Horizon Forbidden West increases the desire to play an open world of such magnitude, and that is the first great merit of this title: it invites you to continue and explore every corner, whether it becomes more or less repetitive. The visual beauty of its characters and settings, as well as the multitude of ways to combat and progress through the campaign makes it a delicious addiction toHorizon Forbidden West increases the desire to play an open world of such magnitude, and that is the first great merit of this title: it invites you to continue and explore every corner, whether it becomes more or less repetitive. The visual beauty of its characters and settings, as well as the multitude of ways to combat and progress through the campaign makes it a delicious addiction to slowly devour. Although it is not an extremely risky bet compared to its predecessor, it achieves what it proposes and surpasses it. The #1 Must-Play on PS5.… Expand
  13. MarcoM1979
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    This is an Fantastic and beautyful game! Absolutely successful successor! I love it!
  14. wings666
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Right after Last of us the second best game I have ever played… Long live Play Station
  15. MercyandMalice
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    Probably the best SIDEQUEST video game ever. It builds on everything Zero Dawn did and made it better. Cauldrons and Tallnecks are surprisingly not repetitive and nearly all of the side quests are enveloping and long. I put about 90 hours in by the time I finished the story and honestly that's where my only gripe lies; the ending. The ending makes you feel like this is just a part two ofProbably the best SIDEQUEST video game ever. It builds on everything Zero Dawn did and made it better. Cauldrons and Tallnecks are surprisingly not repetitive and nearly all of the side quests are enveloping and long. I put about 90 hours in by the time I finished the story and honestly that's where my only gripe lies; the ending. The ending makes you feel like this is just a part two of three, instead of a game that can stand on it's own if a trilogy couldn't be completed.… Expand
  16. AdmHackett
    Mar 23, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. +Graphically absolutely stunning, animations and manerisms breathtaking
    +Gameworld has very good design and is a great fun to explore
    +Very interesting premise, captivating story
    +Innovative gameplay, albeit maybe too much complicated
    +Amazing attention to detail +Great to be able to discuss things with GAIA, but I expected her to have more answers (it does make sense within the story)
    - All Terraforming subfunctions except Hades were a letdown (why didn't we get a short conversation with each of them)?
    - For some reason, the Base is not customizable (despite NPCs customizing it themselves)
    - Overall decreasing quality of writing over the course of the game; The overarching FZ plot didn't really make sense for me (motivation of the villains); the built up fear of the FZ underutilized; less attention paid to dialogues (characters abandon "tribal" vocabulary and use the same idioms and words as modern people do, compared to the first game)
    - Dialogue options are even less meaningful than in the first game
    - The tenacity of the Tenakth was scaled down compared to the trailers and overall expectations (based on conversations from the first game), essentially played down as Carja propaganda. No fear whatsoever coming from them. Kind of a letdown
    - NPCs underutilized to a great extent. Erend does basically nothing over the course of the entire game, and he's not the only one. My cons are longer but it's mostly tough love. My rating is 7-8/10.    … Expand
  17. DJ_Bueno
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbiden West é um jogo envolvente, gráficos excelentes, uma ótima jogabilidade e um som sensacional, pra quem jogou o Zero Dawn é uma excelente continuação, as máquinas estão mais difíceis, mas não atrapalha em nada o jogo, são desafios formidáveis, ótima diversão.
  18. OFFICIALJT
    Mar 24, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOILER ALERT!! Main story: 8.3 out of 10. - First I would like to say I enjoyed the story, and fully completed the main story. Pros: -New interesting characters.
    -Voice/acting is engaging characters have more personality and emotion.
    -Returning characters from the previous game
    -Antagonists (Zeniths) add weight to the story
    -Pacing is good enough
    -Cinematic cutscenes are high quality CG

    Cons:
    -Too many plot holes
    -Unrealistic decisions by Aloy
    -Character names are forgettable
    -Only three Zenith boss fights
    -When someone dies there is no weight and little emotion from other characters.
    -Sylens creates a device with not enough explanation which takes out all Zenith shields. Even Tilda’s shield even though she was nowhere near the blast.
    -Too many plot twists. First Hades is weakens and destroyed by Sylens and Aloy. Now there is a new threat of Trillionaires who were from earth that became aliens and are here to supposedly reclaim earth. Finally the Zeniths are just planet hopping to get away from Nemesis an even more powerful AI entity that is headed to earth.
    -The ending is set up for a third game which pulls a new threat out of the writers bum and says anticipate for the new threat on the next game.
    -Aloy decides to not take the spaceship with her friends and leave earth. So they will fight (Nemesis) in the next game.

    Graphics: 10/10 -better than Last of Us 2
    -Lots of color
    -Vegetation is hand placed specifically by team of artists, not AI generated
    -The sky and time changes are clear and beautiful. Day, Afternoon, Night, morning. You can see all the individual stars in the sky with the moon lighting.
    -The Guerilla games engine is amazing the ray tracing is phenomenal. HDR can be a little tricky to get the right settings.
    -Environments are incredibly detailed from the grass, sand, dessert, and water biomes.
    -Texures of characters skin is and hair are great. The in game model and and cutscene models are almost the same.
    -Texures of all environments are in native 4K clear to see.
    Best graphics on PS5 so far.

    Side missions: 9/10 I have completed 90% of all side missions
    -Most of the side missions are engaging and interesting.
    -Some side missions reward Aloy with legendary armor
    -Most side missions have high quality cinematic cutscenes.
    -Errands missions are like C+ tier side missions.
    -Salvage Scrap missions are tedious but you get the Legendary armor: Oseram Articifier once all salvage missions are complete.
    -Rebel outpost missions are boring to me but level Aloy up.

    Skill Tree: 7.9/10
    -Two special supers are overpowered
    -The rest of the supers are really not that effective
    -There is a lot of ways to play the game based on the skills you decide to level up.

    Combat: 7.7/10 -The combat has improved where you can learn new moves
    -skill tree improves combat and there is valor super to enhance it.
    -Overall it seems the same in terms of how the spear images impacts an enemy it feels like your not doing damage.

    Overall score of Horizon Forbidden West: 8.8/10    … Expand
  19. vegetablelad7
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    One of, if not, the most beautiful games I've ever played. The plot is amazing and I've found myself in photo mode for a HOT minute during even intense gameplay. In current times where it seems to be the norm to release an alpha/beta version of a game and have the public play-test for them, it's genuinely refreshing to find a fully developed, beautiful, immersive, and incapsulating game.One of, if not, the most beautiful games I've ever played. The plot is amazing and I've found myself in photo mode for a HOT minute during even intense gameplay. In current times where it seems to be the norm to release an alpha/beta version of a game and have the public play-test for them, it's genuinely refreshing to find a fully developed, beautiful, immersive, and incapsulating game. I'm almost upset that they didn't charge $100+ for this game because it's truly that much better than its competitors. Also, its PS5 controller feedback is wild good and I smiled for like an hour straight each time I pulled the bow back when I started playing. Other games make the trigger feedback too heavy, but they did it just right. Genuinely... if you're thinking about buying this game, think no more. Buy it. Play it. Thank yourself for your great life decision.… Expand
  20. JibbyT
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the first game I’ve preordered and bought the day it came out in years. It’s an incredible game. The storyline is riveting, the graphics are phenomenal. It’s the most beautiful game I have ever seen with respect to landscapes. The combat is challenging, with some slight changes from the first game. The new machines are fun. The introduction of the Zeniths blew my mind. Overall, a very good game and I can’t wait for the third installment and DLC.… Expand
  21. iKickBullies
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    One of my favourite Open worlds in recent years. Not much to really say but, it's got a good sequel charm. Like when Crash one had potential and Crash 2 executed a perfect sequel that was just clearly better on all accounts. That's what this is
  22. jBlakeeper
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    HFW is a very good game and one of the best looking games out there today. The side missions are much more varied than in the first game and actually feel more meaningful as a result. The mechanics such as the glider and diving mask are welcome additions, but the game does suffer from too much variation. There are simply too many weapons that you won’t use and it makes you feel as ifHFW is a very good game and one of the best looking games out there today. The side missions are much more varied than in the first game and actually feel more meaningful as a result. The mechanics such as the glider and diving mask are welcome additions, but the game does suffer from too much variation. There are simply too many weapons that you won’t use and it makes you feel as if many weapons should have been combined into one. Aloy can also be annoying because she is very one dimensional and always seems annoyed but willing to help everyone she meets.… Expand
  23. Amythistfire
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    This game is so beautiful, it’s such a same that the release timing was so bad. The first game released right before BotW and the second game released right before Elden Ring. Loved every second and will still be my GotY.
  24. TheNotAmazing
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Gurl this game is literally one of the best games ever, WHOEVER MADE THIS GAME REALLY PUT THEIR WHOLE DEVELOUSSY INTO THIS AND ALOY PUT HER WHOLE ALUSSY INTO THE FIGHTING
  25. Tilro1707
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Such a good game I love it ❣️ it's so beautiful and has such a nice fight system and an fantastic story and lore
  26. zioferal
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Отличный сиквел хорошей игры
    A great sequel to a good game
  27. Rotemz
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    A game with the most biggest and beautiful world i ever seen in gaming ever, the realizem in Cinematic excerpts and facial and body expressions here is Crosses every boundary in every modern game that exists today and the gameplay and story both, Have risen to a whole new level from the previous game and the machines, is the real sweetheart in this game.
  28. Loutka
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    great game, great game length, great fun, the story surprised me and the end completely got me
  29. DaniFreitas
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Cara gostei demais! A narrativa é ótimo, me envolvi muito na história dos personagens.
  30. GamerNurseGale
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    As someone who has played Horizon Zero Dawn, this game is a significant improvement. Using elements from the first game made for an easy transition as I dive into the first stages of the game. Being able to change difficulty levels on a fly for me makes for a more dynamic gameplay. A lot more sidequests than the first one, but they add more depth to the main storyline. Im almost to theAs someone who has played Horizon Zero Dawn, this game is a significant improvement. Using elements from the first game made for an easy transition as I dive into the first stages of the game. Being able to change difficulty levels on a fly for me makes for a more dynamic gameplay. A lot more sidequests than the first one, but they add more depth to the main storyline. Im almost to the halfpoint of the game, but ive no regrets playing this sequel… Expand
  31. MigVer
    Mar 26, 2022
    9
    Excellent and long experience! If you are a fan of the format and the first HZD, this one is not going to disappoint.
    A lot of improvements, and new surprises, as if they were listening to every suggestion made on the first. Spectacular graphics and sound, with a soundtrack that matches. Took me 107 hours to complete, which is fair enough for an open world game. Still have some bug issues    Excellent and long experience! If you are a fan of the format and the first HZD, this one is not going to disappoint.
    A lot of improvements, and new surprises, as if they were listening to every suggestion made on the first. Spectacular graphics and sound, with a soundtrack that matches. Took me 107 hours to complete, which is fair enough for an open world game. Still have some bug issues to overcame, but it does not hurts the overall journey.
    The script is, for me, the weakest part, but with some great details (no spoilers), in the main mission and (a lot of) side quests.    … Expand
  32. GamerDadIsBad
    Mar 26, 2022
    9
    From start to finish and a platinum achieved I have to say this game is absolute masterclass.
  33. Cyberpoulpie
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un jeu graphiquement époustouflant ! Une histoire génial et une héroïne Aloy qui deviendra une nouvelle icône. L'ost est trop bien. Parfait !… Expand
  34. Klaus0405
    Mar 26, 2022
    9
    Absolut ein super gutes Spiel. Epische Grafik. Geile Landschaften und Gute Schlachten.
    Story leider etwas nicht so gut wie im erstens Teil, aber trotzdem freue ich mich auf den dritten Teil!
    Weiter so!
  35. Mysterio_sa
    Mar 26, 2022
    9
    A really good sequel to this game. I’m not the full way through, but I know everything will be amazing. The visuals are stunning and I found myself absolutely loving Kotallo and Aloy’s dynamic. I actually found myself going back to him for more dialog than anybody else, and I really hope he becomes a staple in the games. Nevertheless, a bigger and better Horizon game was all I wanted andA really good sequel to this game. I’m not the full way through, but I know everything will be amazing. The visuals are stunning and I found myself absolutely loving Kotallo and Aloy’s dynamic. I actually found myself going back to him for more dialog than anybody else, and I really hope he becomes a staple in the games. Nevertheless, a bigger and better Horizon game was all I wanted and they delivered!… Expand
  36. Meredithpaige
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Thank you so much for making this work of art, and for bringing Aloy, and all the other characters, into our lives. But especially Aloy.
  37. Ghadi9
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    This game made me happy for being alive, it’s so beautiful and emotional. BEST GAME I EVER PLAYED.
  38. NiklasLarsson82
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    I had so much fun with the second installment of Aloy’s adventure. The graphics are gorgeous, the sound gives you goose bumps sometimes and there’s a ton of stuff to do. I platinumed the game after 60 hours of gameplay. Comparing it with Elden Ring I preferred this game quite a lot.
  39. Lord-Pipas
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    Espectacular juego de PlayStation Studios, Guerrila Games lo ha vuelto a hacer, juegazo con unos gráficos excelentes, unas animaciones faciales hiperealistas, animaciones mejoradas y muy variadas, historia muy buena y de buena duración, secundarias muy cuidadas muy diferentes una de otras y además enlazadas con la historia, todos los personajes están muy bien desarrollados y diseñadosEspectacular juego de PlayStation Studios, Guerrila Games lo ha vuelto a hacer, juegazo con unos gráficos excelentes, unas animaciones faciales hiperealistas, animaciones mejoradas y muy variadas, historia muy buena y de buena duración, secundarias muy cuidadas muy diferentes una de otras y además enlazadas con la historia, todos los personajes están muy bien desarrollados y diseñados hasta los secundarios tienen su cara escaneada y personalidad propia, el lore del juego es tremendo e inmenso, una buena cantidad de tribus con sus costumbres y cultura que les diferencia una de otras incluso creencias, nuestra personaje se muestra más madura y experimentada, hay más máquinas algunas muy espectaculares y sorprendentes, la jugabilidad es quizás muy continuista con respecto al primer juego pero se añaden muchas cosas nuevas en realidad, el árbol de desarrollo de habilidades es muy variado y hay de todo para cada tipo de arma, se desbloquean combos para el combate cuerpo a cuerpo (muy mejorado ese aspecto) la IA de los enemigos también ha mejorado sustancialmente y salen enemigos más fuertes, con escudo, mazo, etc.. En definitiva una secuela que mejora absolutamente en todo a la anterior, posiblemente el GOTY del año 2022 siendo justos, para mí muy superior a Elden Ring técnicamente pero bueno, ya sabemos que todo lo relacionado con Sony es ninguneado por mucha gente enferma y alopecica sobretodo.… Expand
  40. sharatssj6
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Deserves GOTY and all the awards. The graphics are just gorgeous and probably the best till date. It builds up on everything that me the first game special for me. The story expands and sets for a new game. New Machines as well diving deep into the lore just makes it so much more special. Its just Top 5 games ever made. Top gaming franchise hope they make a 3rd one.
  41. RULO_182
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor exclusivo de Sony PlayStation en mucho tiempo. Si tenéis una ps5, hay que comprarlo si o si.… Expand
  42. Ryuyasuaki78
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Great story, graphics. Beautifully made and addictive. Couldn’t put it down and platinum Ed it. Can’t wait for what’s to come in the next sequel or dlc
  43. Soma-Cruz1
    Apr 17, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pro's:
    Great graphics
    Great voice acting
    Underwater exploration

    Con's
    Story is left unresolved
    Long periods of seemingly endless dialogue
    Melee combo's hard to execute and not responding to inputs correctly
    Occasional black screen flicker on PS5

    Gameplay 8/10
    Story 6/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Music 9/10    … Expand
  44. Imafidon
    Mar 28, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A really solid sequel to zero dawn. The game is staggeringly beautiful, the plot vast, missions different and never ever felt repetitive as we have become accustomed to when it comes to open world games. Guerrilla games struck gold with this.… Expand
  45. Rio11
    Mar 29, 2022
    8
    best graphic, better design level and combact system than zero dawn, great story and characters. Far better than the first one
  46. TRD
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    (Amazing game I hope there is a third part:)(—————————————————————————————————-.)
  47. PSN_KZ
    Apr 30, 2022
    10
    Good game! It is unfortunate that many users around the world are not able to play this game due to "political games". The community of Kazakhstan, more than 50,000 users, is ready to buy and enjoy the game. But unfortunately we do not have PSN in the Kazakhstan region. I hope you hear our requests. Sony, give us PSN Kazakhstan!
  48. zz2077
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games on the PS5 so far. Huge map, engaging story, multifarious combating system. Most importantly, everything is just so beautiful, and it is the most beautiful game I have ever played.… Expand
  49. golovokrugenie
    Apr 29, 2022
    8
    Слишком затянутая игра. Графика конечно на высоте. Сюжет очень интересный
  50. kamikazegrannie
    Apr 2, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spoilers are at the end of this review; I will mark before starting into them.

    This game builds successfully on the gameplay of the original, adding new machines, weapons, and play styles. It successfully deepens the combat, making melee combat somewhat more viable, and human enemies a bit more challenging than the previous game (where they were quite dumb). Taking down machines remains one of the most satisfying combat experiences in any game. Finishing it took me about 50 hours: that includes doing all of the side quests that I found, but ignoring the vast majority of errands and collection quests. I appreciated how the optional content was truly optional: I don't feel that I missed anything crucial by avoiding types of quests I didn't feel like completing.

    It was also completely gorgeous on the PS5. If you have one, I can't overstate: play this game. I have complaints, sure, but it's very good, and I wouldn't be giving it a 9.0 if it wasn't. It takes the original game, and improves on it in almost every conceivable way. If you liked the original, I don't see how you could not like this.

    It's not all perfect though: sadly the story is a letdown vs the previous game. It's not bad: the scenario is just far more generic than the previous game—which had one of the greatest stories in a video game, ever—and isn't super engaging. Its beats and betrayals were obvious, and it didn't really satisfy. However, it's pretty well told, and so while it's maybe not the reason to keep playing as in Zero Dawn, it's not like it's going to make you stop playing. I did like the various relationships you built throughout the game however, and the characters are likable. I would've liked to see more side quests with them by your side.

    The weapons: there were just too many of them. That was fine, and it didn't ruin my enjoyment in any way, I just ignored a lot of them. Also upgrades were difficult to perform on most "very rare" and above weapons without actively seeking out the materials, and in the end I just left most of them fairly un-upgraded. It would've been nice to be able to find other ways to do so; by the end of the game I had stacks of cash, nothing to spend it on, and a bunch of un-upgraded weapons. Kind of a bummer.

    I also would've loved to see expanded stealth options. Also just like the last game the pain of thinking you're hitting "stealth attack" only to have it change at the last second, causing you to jump out of cover with a feeble attack is very real, and happens too often.

    Spoilers about story below:

    This game has middle-of-a-trilogy syndrome in its story; the "resolution" at the end was a total letdown because you discover "oh no, a huge threat is coming (please wait until the next game)" without feeling like you've really "won" in the scheme of things. That's… fine, honestly. But paired with the overall predictable story it left me feeling pretty empty by the end. I don't think I'm giving it a fair shake in the scope of "video game stories" which are almost universally bad, and this one was fairly alright. But after how good Zero Dawn was, it is a disappointment. Especially for a game that overall builds and improves on every aspect of the previous game, except for this. Also a few scenes are just very badly written (I'm thinking specifically of the audience with the Chorus at Plainsong).

    The original writer had nothing to do with this, as far as I can tell, and it shows. I hope they shape it up for the (obviously planned) sequel.

    Still: it's a really good game! I'll be excited to see some DLC for it, and the sequel.    … Expand
  51. Matauco
    Apr 19, 2022
    10
    The level of detail is amazing in everything, it has the best side quests ever seen in a videogame.
  52. Darkandu21
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    La digne suite du premier volet, avec un monde ouvert tout aussi vaste, si ce n'est davantage avec les nouvelles fonctionnalités. Une durée de vie d'environ 80 heures si on prend son temps. Hâte de voir la suite.
  53. Playtest67
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    For me Horizon Forbidden west is the best game of this year. The story is amazing. Aloy has progressed enormously, she has become so charismatic and strong while keeping her empathy towards others. Every character and every quest really does something. The gameplay has also progressed thanks to all these new machines, all very successful!
    Technically the game is not perfect with a bit of    For me Horizon Forbidden west is the best game of this year. The story is amazing. Aloy has progressed enormously, she has become so charismatic and strong while keeping her empathy towards others. Every character and every quest really does something. The gameplay has also progressed thanks to all these new machines, all very successful!
    Technically the game is not perfect with a bit of popping, but it is so beautiful! The art direction and gorgeous graphics make this the most beautiful open world ever released.
    Congratulations Guerilla games and thank you!    … Expand
  54. jbishara
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best game of next gen consoles yet, not sure why some people are review bombing (xbox fan boys) but I have both PS5 and xbox series x and this is honestly one of the best looking games and experiences gaming has had to offer since the launch of the new consoles. I highly recommend this game
  55. gregus544
    Apr 8, 2022
    9
    Bon jeux avec ses défauts mais on ne peut que saluer le travail des dev qui continue a amélioré le jeux tous les jours. l'histoire est génial digne d'un film post apo ou d'une série a la "the 100" je suis presser de voir le dernier acte.
  56. tak3control
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    Jogo é incrível, o mundo, os ambientes vivos, com os animais, maquinas, as plantas, o ambiente subaquático, fora os gráficos e a historia q alem de melhor q HZD, aprofunda muito o conveito do jogo, uma aula.
  57. Minm2511
    Apr 9, 2022
    8
    Thank you for this amazing experience. All I have to complain is nothing compared to what I've got. Unbelievable game
  58. KDubbaDubDub
    Apr 10, 2022
    9
    Visually impressive, mechanically solid. Great play through. I enjoyed the story and the ride was memorable. Highly reccomended.
  59. Double_Svk
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    One of the best game in history. I got platinium trophy. 100hours of gaming. I really dont understand people which give this game 0.
  60. Melly9503
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Stunning visuals and lots of hours to enjoy every little detail and sidequest. I'm in love with it. I haven't finished the story yet but sometimes I just spend days exploring without making progress in story and I'm enjoying every minute
  61. Di_Escorcio
    Apr 11, 2022
    9
    Adorable gameplay, very good history and a lot time spent in it! One of the best games in PS5 so far.
  62. Othervoice13
    Apr 12, 2022
    9
    Gioco immenso, pure troppo, un sacco di missioni mai ripetitive, dopo una 50ina di ore ho scoperto soltanto un terzo della mappa circa.
    Graficamente affascinante.
  63. Sugarboo
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego que he jugado en Playstation 5. Está franquicia fue una de las razones por las que me uní a Playstation. Y esta secuela lo reafirma. Gráficamente increíble y una muy cómoda jugabilidad con una historia fascinante con final para una tercera parte que no puedo esperar. Un juegazo.
  64. ddogwr83
    Apr 17, 2022
    9
    Great game. Unfortunately the biggest leap is the graphics, which look fantastic. The fog and particles add realism to the dense environments. One knock I saw was that some ocean animations ran at 30fps (in 60fps mode).
    The story was the weakest aspect in my opinion. The first game struck gold and this one never achieves the same interest or investment.
    Gameplay was solid. I platinumed    Great game. Unfortunately the biggest leap is the graphics, which look fantastic. The fog and particles add realism to the dense environments. One knock I saw was that some ocean animations ran at 30fps (in 60fps mode).
    The story was the weakest aspect in my opinion. The first game struck gold and this one never achieves the same interest or investment.
    Gameplay was solid. I platinumed the game on hard and to do so required constant specific elemental use.    … Expand
  65. RandomZero
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Expectations for this game have been absurd and it shows in the reviews from players. Show me the top rated games of all time and I'll find a reason to tell you it's over-rated. People complain about the weather in this game, but I promise you if it didn't have weather effects people would complain. If this was the very first Horizon game people would be losing their minds about howExpectations for this game have been absurd and it shows in the reviews from players. Show me the top rated games of all time and I'll find a reason to tell you it's over-rated. People complain about the weather in this game, but I promise you if it didn't have weather effects people would complain. If this was the very first Horizon game people would be losing their minds about how great it is. But since it's a sequel it was supposed to be orders of magnitude better than the first. Not possible. The game is amazing and kudos to the dev team for the level of care they put into this.… Expand
  66. Daniel_Lourenco
    May 21, 2023
    9
    Gráficos excelentes, potenciando o poder da PS5.
    História muito muito boa, mas considero a do 1º jogo melhor. Semelhante em relação às armas e jogabilidade do seu antecessor, que também considero que foi mais desafiante do que este.
    Exploração e mapa do jogo também muito bons
  67. Jofe
    Apr 30, 2022
    8
    Nice, but maybe too classic? This game often shines when it comes to highlighting its universe, its history and its stakes. By contrast, the open world is still too big for nothing, with lots of uninteresting areas that don't reward exploration. But the game has a lot of highlights, and a very well-honed gameplay around the machines.
  68. tezad
    May 12, 2022
    9
    If Aloy could climb everywhere I would put 10...
    top-notch graphics,
    top-notch gameplay
    An excellent game
  69. Tuliosamael
    May 5, 2022
    9
    Nunca joguei um jogo tão bonito igual a esse, realmente muito melhor nos detalhes e nos humanos desse jogo, onde todos os npcs parecem uma pessoa de verdade, já que no zero dawn só a Aloy não era bugada na cut scene. Realmente um jogo muito bom para o início da nova geração.
  70. myke_lytoris
    Feb 27, 2023
    8
    When you first start this game it immediately feels very atmospheric and the graphics are kinda impressive. This feeling does not stop throughout the entire game but atmosphere is not everything in a game like this. The story and characters play at least as big of a part. in the case of this game( even though i liked Aloy and the story) the lack of profundity in some parts keep it fromWhen you first start this game it immediately feels very atmospheric and the graphics are kinda impressive. This feeling does not stop throughout the entire game but atmosphere is not everything in a game like this. The story and characters play at least as big of a part. in the case of this game( even though i liked Aloy and the story) the lack of profundity in some parts keep it from being more than an 8/10. In the end it still is an amazing open world action game which kept me hooked me for around 65 hours and even made me finish it with the platinum trophy!… Expand
  71. Felpsz
    May 11, 2022
    10
    Jogo tá maravilhoso de perfeito mas o único defeito é que a personagem não sofre tipo ela é tão incrível ao um nível exagerado mas o jogo tá ótimo
  72. bvb86
    Jul 18, 2022
    9
    I'm going for a 9.
    Honestly, first of all I never finished the first game. Tried it a few times on the PS4 but the robot world never really got me going nor interested. (Not that I thought of it as a bad or unpolished game obviously)
    So was I excited for this second game? Not at all. It came with the PS5 I bought so I gave it a try, knowing it was not going to be my type of game. When    I'm going for a 9.
    Honestly, first of all I never finished the first game. Tried it a few times on the PS4 but the robot world never really got me going nor interested. (Not that I thought of it as a bad or unpolished game obviously)

    So was I excited for this second game? Not at all.
    It came with the PS5 I bought so I gave it a try, knowing it was not going to be my type of game.

    When booting up the game this was my first impression exactly "meh, not my type of game" .
    Still, gave it a few hours of gaming and man, now I'm really excited for the game. The world is fantastic, the visuals are breathtaking, Fun gameplay, some puzzels, Smooth 60fps gaming. So yeh I'm convinced now. That's why I Came here to pledge my admiration for this game.    … Expand
  73. bushmg
    May 15, 2022
    10
    Superb game on PS5. The story continues from where Horizon Zero Dawn finished and plunges Aloy into some surprising plot twists. The amount of thought that went into the production of this game is amazing, from the new tribes, the music, armor, weapons, combat tactics, and of course, the vast open world detail. This game is one for the ages!
  74. Zombi6
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Loved the first game.. this is bigger and bolder...
    Absolute classic 10/10 bqnger
  75. eblan1
    Feb 26, 2023
    9
    Despite the fact that I did not like the first part of the game because of the boring plot, I can say that the second is much better. The graphics and quality of quests were improved in the new product, it was really interesting for me to clean up the points of interest left by the developers. The game has a very dynamic and interesting gameplay and I really can't point out any tangibleDespite the fact that I did not like the first part of the game because of the boring plot, I can say that the second is much better. The graphics and quality of quests were improved in the new product, it was really interesting for me to clean up the points of interest left by the developers. The game has a very dynamic and interesting gameplay and I really can't point out any tangible problems.

    Первая хорайзон мне вообще не понравилась, сюжетка и квесты были ужасно душными ( игру я почти прошел но в конце забросил ). Купив вторую часть я реально залип, меня подкупили интересные активности открытого мира ( например разрушенные здания с загадками ), крутая графика ( одна из самых красивых игр имхо ), реально классные квесты, динамичный геймплей, сюжет второй части ( которую я ещё не допрошёл ) для меня опционален но он довольно интересный и я не могу сказать что он прям плохой и супер не интересный и душный, все таки для жанра дрочильнь в открытом мире это хороший сюжет, в остальных таких играх сюжет примерно на том же уровне. В общем второй хорайзон крутая игра, советую поиграть а после неё все таки пройду первую часть, но уже на пк.    … Expand
  76. Farolowe
    May 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. omg the game is megaaaaaaaaaa
    aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa cool everything is great except that there are only 16 main missions but never mind mega game!!!    … Expand
  77. EveryProd
    May 28, 2022
    10
    A true masterpiece, incredible graphics and a really well intriguing story.
    This game is really a milestone and certainly sets a new gaming era for sure.
  78. oro0692
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    Very good game, well made. But the show was a bit boring. Looking forward to the sequel!
  79. DennisTorres
    Jun 5, 2022
    10
    When we play games created by Sony studios there is no denying that they are games created with passion I can say how lucky I am to choose the Playstation platform, because only here we find magnificent games like Horizon Forbidden West
  80. benjamin999
    Jun 7, 2022
    10
    Another masterpiece! First game that I wanted to platinum and simply couldn't put it down. Loved it!
  81. TakedownFrenzy
    Jun 9, 2022
    9
    Horizon: Forbidden West is a definitive showcase for Guerrilla's commitment and love for video games. The story is fantastic, gameplay carefully thought out for a customisable mix of challenge and enjoyment, and the graphics are a showcase of the best the PS5 currently has to offer. Guerrilla also make regular and comprehensive free updates to improve the base game (take note PolyphonyHorizon: Forbidden West is a definitive showcase for Guerrilla's commitment and love for video games. The story is fantastic, gameplay carefully thought out for a customisable mix of challenge and enjoyment, and the graphics are a showcase of the best the PS5 currently has to offer. Guerrilla also make regular and comprehensive free updates to improve the base game (take note Polyphony Digital) and communicate with the community.… Expand
  82. Josephkeith19
    Jun 11, 2022
    8
    A very enjoyable game , one of the most beautiful games i've played but the story is lacking. Fun game all in all though.
  83. LordJacobCrown
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really love the Horizon franchise and Forbidden West delivered for me on many levels. One of the most notable differences for me was the huge change to character animations during cutscenes or whilst talking to NPC’s, making it feel a lot smoother. Gameplay stuck to it’s solid roots but added some new weapon types that are a lot of fun; my favourite being the shredder. The story was fantastic and I’m greatly looking forward to future DLC and sequels.… Expand
  84. jward6273
    Jun 20, 2022
    8
    No doubt a great game, The story is interesting and the combat is consistently engaging, albeit sometimes a little janky with some encounters. The graphics are great, and the art design perfectly compliments the technical aspects.
    Where the game falters, though, is almost everything outside of the main story. For me, seeking 100% completion was tedious and ultimately not worth it.    No doubt a great game, The story is interesting and the combat is consistently engaging, albeit sometimes a little janky with some encounters. The graphics are great, and the art design perfectly compliments the technical aspects.
    Where the game falters, though, is almost everything outside of the main story. For me, seeking 100% completion was tedious and ultimately not worth it. Specifically the Melee Pits and The Arena challenges. These combat experiences are incredibly annoying and seemed like an afterthought from the devs to just fill the open world with useless time consuming combat. The game would be perfectly fine without these features. I'd much rather developers make the main story longer and more expansive than add random filler combat experiences filled with encounters that aren't anything new.
    Some of the side quests are fun, but there are just too many and not enough variety in goals and missions.
    Ultimately the main issue for me comes to the open world game design that, despite developers best efforts, feels hollow. However I would certainly recommend the game to pretty much everyone, just maybe stray them away from grinding to 100%. Looking forward to the conclusion of Aloy's story and hopefully other games that develop the story and lore.    … Expand
  85. Foksor
    Aug 26, 2022
    9
    Tudo o que se podia pedir neste jogo está nele, excelente jogo, adorei jogar cada momento.
  86. pawka_21
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    Great game. In the 3/4 of the story becomes a little boring but then it's fine again. That's the only disadvantage I think. I highly recommend this game.
  87. NnanekK
    Jun 26, 2022
    10
    Une excellente suite (à tel point que je l'ai préféré au premier). Les paysages, les lieux (et les graphismes en général) sont époustouflants, la direction artistique est excellente, le gameplay encore plus varié et intense que dans le premier jeu avec plein de nouveaux mécanismes et armes qui changent l'exploration et les combats de manière assez radicale. Il y a cependant encore quelquesUne excellente suite (à tel point que je l'ai préféré au premier). Les paysages, les lieux (et les graphismes en général) sont époustouflants, la direction artistique est excellente, le gameplay encore plus varié et intense que dans le premier jeu avec plein de nouveaux mécanismes et armes qui changent l'exploration et les combats de manière assez radicale. Il y a cependant encore quelques bugs, mais il y a des MAJ régulièrement qui visent a améliorer la stabilité et rajouter des éléments pour rendre le jeu plus agréable encore, donc je le recommande à 100% sans hésiter.… Expand
  88. EMZDESTROYER
    Jun 27, 2022
    8
    When i started my playthrough on this game i was so excited an ready to play. But with every mission the story in my oppinion got a little worse. It's not as good as the original but still very good in general.
  89. Twindblader92
    Jul 4, 2022
    10
    This game is just WOW!

    Nice story, looks breath taking the choice of ingame musics are lovely. Nice atmosphere. Thank you Guerillagames!
  90. Spurs9121
    Jul 5, 2022
    10
    Amazing game absolutely no complaints whatsoever runs perfect on PS5 I had no issues on PS4 either if you liked the first game your gonna love this game it’s an improvement over the first in every way
  91. Andb
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    EXCELENTE. Melhora tudo oque foi o Zero Down e trás grandes acréscimos em jogabilidade (No geral)
  92. quittit1
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    Okay baby baby is it baby baby I don’t think you can have a good day baby love mommy baby baby princess princess
  93. matttastic530
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    Even better than the first! I loved the world, and the story was well done as well.
  94. RulasGulas69
    Jul 18, 2022
    10
    Simplemente el mejor juego en lo que va del año!!

    Accesibilidad 9
    Audio 9
    Duracion 10
    Graficos 10
    Historia 9
    Mecanicas 10
    Rendimiento 8
  95. RaDz445
    Jul 20, 2022
    10
    Absolutely BEAUTIFUL WORK. Great Game. Credit goes to all involved. ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT.
  96. 9bb
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
    Im giving this game a 10 not because it is flawless but because the flaws are inconsequential compared to what it gets right. The world is as charming beautiful and creative as ever. Even more spin forbidden west. Jaw dropping vistas like las the reactivated las vegas creates unforgettable moments. The combat is better than ever. The machines are still amongst the best enemies in a videoIm giving this game a 10 not because it is flawless but because the flaws are inconsequential compared to what it gets right. The world is as charming beautiful and creative as ever. Even more spin forbidden west. Jaw dropping vistas like las the reactivated las vegas creates unforgettable moments. The combat is better than ever. The machines are still amongst the best enemies in a video game. The story is still intriguing. The worst thing though is the slow start. The slow start is what makes people view this game as another generic open world game. Which is a shame because this is far from the case. Once you get to the Poseidon and Demeter quest. It’s so incredibly hard to put down. It’s a shame that the horizon series have been overshadowed twice now. A lot of people only take on look at the game and pass judgment without delving deep into it. This game is well worth the purchase. Btw: if you are planning on playing this game enable auto pickups in the setting’s.… Expand
  97. DiegoArmando774
    Jul 25, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor gráfico, melhor história, melhor gameplay, melhor sistema de progressão, Melhor desepenho.… Expand
  98. daarkdeath
    Jul 25, 2022
    9
    Horizon zero dawn was fantastic, but this.. this Is gold.
    play less fortnite and play this, you wont regret that choise!
  99. justlikekarma
    Jul 27, 2022
    9
    If you are looking for a game that has great music, sense of adventure, can let you alter and cater to YOUR personal play style this is it. Visually it is stunning with a captivating story. The voice acting is also exceptional. My only complaint is that Aloy talking to herself could have been toned down a bit but considering Aloy's childhood it is understandable why she does it. It is sadIf you are looking for a game that has great music, sense of adventure, can let you alter and cater to YOUR personal play style this is it. Visually it is stunning with a captivating story. The voice acting is also exceptional. My only complaint is that Aloy talking to herself could have been toned down a bit but considering Aloy's childhood it is understandable why she does it. It is sad that there are people downgrading the game and some haven't even played it. Play the game with an open mind and you will see how great it is.… Expand
  100. rajeb73308
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    One of the best Open World games so far. Graphic is really mindblowing. Gameplay is also great, especially the combat. I also liked the riddle ruines. The Story is I would say ok, but not as good or groundbreaking as in part 1, but I expected this.

    They have "overdone" it a bit in my opinion with the amount of weapons, items and upgrade options. This was better balanced in part 1. But    One of the best Open World games so far. Graphic is really mindblowing. Gameplay is also great, especially the combat. I also liked the riddle ruines. The Story is I would say ok, but not as good or groundbreaking as in part 1, but I expected this.

    They have "overdone" it a bit in my opinion with the amount of weapons, items and upgrade options. This was better balanced in part 1. But lot's of Open world games have this problem of too much content. Maybe they fear people complain if it is to less, and rather add 3 new weapon categories than getting complains for "not enough gameplay"

    The story is I would say all in all ok, not as good as in part one, but It would have been nearly impossible to repeat this. Zero Dawn was great because the world was completely new. You had no idea what happened, and it was great to find all the clues so at the end you understand all of it. It would have been quite difficult to repeat this, and dangerous. If you give people a too different game, they may complain as well.

    Of course In Forbidden West they also added some "political correctness" stuff to the game, like it "must" be done now for every game now. I assume this is the reason for some bad reviews here. I'am also not a big fan of this. For this I would reduce the score at about 0.5 because of this. 0.3 for the story and 0.2 for too complex weapon system. So at the end it is still a 9/10.

    Now, waiting for the DLC.    … Expand
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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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