Horizon Forbidden West

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7.9

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  1. weslleysim
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West is a true masterpiece of the gaming world. The world, characters, and story were developed with absolute care, being fully in line with what was developed in the first game in the franchise, and continuing the quality that had been established. For those who are passionate about the plot and carefully read/listen to every data point in the game, you will realize howHorizon Forbidden West is a true masterpiece of the gaming world. The world, characters, and story were developed with absolute care, being fully in line with what was developed in the first game in the franchise, and continuing the quality that had been established. For those who are passionate about the plot and carefully read/listen to every data point in the game, you will realize how much this sequel answers mysteries that were thrown out in the first game. It is not just what is shown in the game, but also what is spoken in texts distributed around the world in the format of a universe of its own.… Expand
  2. XTitanxsx
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Everything Guerilla Games promised and more - Amazing game , thank you guerilla
  3. Peter23Nelson
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Only played a couple of days but I already had some amazingly impessive moments...besides the great graphics I love the combat...only the melee could be deeper but then again I am just starting...These are my first imoressions and I rated it higher because of review bombing.But I woukd for now rate it 95.
  4. Shamambr
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    this game is wonderful! It's a pity that the cashiers are giving a low grade on purpose, all because of this idiot flame
  5. maikmedeiros
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    jogo bonito com graficos fantasticos sendo sua campanha um pouco longa e desnecesaria sendo bem escrito e bem bolado a jogabilidade bem feita com certeza vale a pena jogar sem duvidades recomendo bastante
  6. GameRatist
    Feb 24, 2022
    0
    Horrible graphics
    repetitive and **** gameplay
    Bad story No lore
    Just a horrible game overall
  7. Aspandios
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    The game is really beautiful and for sure better than the first one. The new mechanics are well designed, the world is one of kind and the number and type of machines is insane. The first game was something different and new and fresh and that is why people loved it and the second game has the best sequel recipe for a trilogy. It takes the story of the first one and gives that somethingThe game is really beautiful and for sure better than the first one. The new mechanics are well designed, the world is one of kind and the number and type of machines is insane. The first game was something different and new and fresh and that is why people loved it and the second game has the best sequel recipe for a trilogy. It takes the story of the first one and gives that something more that you need and you want for the protagonist and of where this is going and I find it really great. There are some glitches that are minor in the overall game after the disasters of many triple A games in the previous years we are back at a normal number of old times and this is also good.

    Overall the game is great at some points and excellent in others and from all aspects it is one of the best games I ever played and it will stand no matter of some whining that some people have.

    If there is a game out there that you should buy , is the forbidden west    … Expand
  8. ValiIgnat
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    The story is very nice and the gameplay is almost perfect. Some small bugs but is normal for new game, it will take some small update to fix all of them. The visuals and sound and nearly perfect. Also the side quests have more "soul" compare to previous game. The first game was very good but this is better in all the ways. From all the Sony exclusive(since PS5 arrive) this is the best one
  9. Ahmed-Halabia
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    The game is way better than the first game in e thing, more areas to explore more fun to play and the story is way way better A solid 9 maybe even 10
  10. skyrada
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Excelente game, gráficos lindos e história maravilhosa como no primeiro jogo!
  11. Okis
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    The most wholesome game of last decade... I DiS enjoyed every moment of this game. Animations Are on point sound Is awrsome. New mechanics Are awesome !! 10/10
  12. sarvarsarvar
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    One of the best looking games i ve ever witnessed. I recommend to everyone who owns a ps 5.
  13. TonyThePony
    Feb 24, 2022
    3
    What a disappointmen. Buggy, broken mess that has caused my PS5 to require factory resetting twice. When it does work it seems to be an OK game at best. Not as good as Dawn and much more cheesey writting and plot.
  14. Dimas22
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game, best open world,best graphics,best gameplay,best combat,you can fly,you can swim,it's true masterpiece game ,Forza horizon is nothing Xboxs always hate Sony first party … Expand
  15. Xarapitonadon
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Jeu exceptionnel et magnifique, je prend plaisir à chaque instant en y jouant
  16. Jaybi
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This game is getting review bombed for no reason other than jealousy from other platform gamers. Go and look at the critic scores or the scores in different gaming channels. It's a amazing game to play and you'll definitely have a fun time. Give it a try.
  17. Shakier
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game ever so far , if you like Zelda breath of the wild on that specific adventure stand point then this game is definitely for you, the predecessor was good but the sequel is nothing but AMAZING in every way possible, stronger narrative and Beautiful graphics.… Expand
  18. Hugo12317
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Best game ever who says s*it like 'this game is bad game ever made ect.'' himself is S*IT and play fortnite and shut your fc*ing mouth:)
  19. Hercules_black
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Jogo mais que maravilhoso,
    História cativante .
    Novas modalidades de game play Gráficos incríveis Visual de máquinas e personagens impecáveis . Ambientação realista Suavidade e precisão dos controladores Trilha sonora linda e comovente Ótima Performance Sem dúvidas um grande indicado a game do ano . Parabéns Guerrilla e Sony PlayStation por nos proporcionar Essa obra de arte .    Jogo mais que maravilhoso,
    História cativante .
    Novas modalidades de game play
    Gráficos incríveis
    Visual de máquinas e personagens impecáveis .
    Ambientação realista
    Suavidade e precisão dos controladores
    Trilha sonora linda e comovente
    Ótima Performance
    Sem dúvidas um grande indicado a game do ano .
    Parabéns Guerrilla e Sony PlayStation por nos proporcionar
    Essa obra de arte .
  20. Mohammaderer
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Everything is fantastic!
    I am fascinated by graphic, gameplay, weapons and skills of Alloy.
  21. MadGear25
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Without a doubt one of the best game graphics visual in console, the gameplay is great & fun, story is decent. Side quests aren't boring and characters animation are way better than HZD.
  22. Deadfrag
    Feb 22, 2022
    4
    Very disappointed with the quality of the image of Horizon Forbidden West,image quality is poor in both Resolution mode and Performance mode due to Extreme shimmering, performance mode especialy sufers greatly to the point is just had to stop playing.In resolution mode the image shimmering is still present but most so notable because of the resolution increase,but resolution mode has otherVery disappointed with the quality of the image of Horizon Forbidden West,image quality is poor in both Resolution mode and Performance mode due to Extreme shimmering, performance mode especialy sufers greatly to the point is just had to stop playing.In resolution mode the image shimmering is still present but most so notable because of the resolution increase,but resolution mode has other issues,the game does not fell Smooth at 30fps!When comparing the resolution mode of Horizon Forbidden West at 30fps with the previous game Horizon Zero Dawn running at 30fps on the PS4 Pro Aloy movement and motion at 30fps on Horizon Zero Dawn is way more Smoother than Aloy in Forbidden West!Yes Gameplay of Horizon Forbidden West is môre refined,AI seems better,mission estruture in is also better but if i cannot play due to the poor image quality them is cannot recommend the game either!I frankly don't get how did this image quality problem pass QA at Guerrilla but it hope the fix this soon rather them late!… Expand
  23. Torneiro
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Simplesmente incrível, só faltou melhorar um pouquinho as animações os humanos estão meio robótico
  24. Axelhurts
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    A good game overall. The graphics are amazing, gameplay is good and the story is strong even though it's a bit short. I loved the world building in this game as much as the previous. Loading times for the ps5 are really fast and that's much appreciated.
  25. Herbalabuse
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    the game looks awesome in many different angles, you can see the improvements between horizon 1 and 2 ,, new weapons new monsters new map and more depth in the story plus interesting side quests, i just love thus game.
  26. DeathByClams
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Builds on everything that made HZD great. Haven't experienced any bugs honestly, and the side Quests are super fulfilling. Never been more excited to explore a world and dive into the story
  27. plaidshore
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    An absolutely fantastic game! It builds on Horizon Zero Dawn in ways I'm sure most fans of the first game would be pleased with, while not just rehashing the themes of the first game. It gets rid of some of the more tedious elements of HZD such as inventory management, expands on armour and weapon upgrades and (at least in the Normal difficulty playthrough I did) makes swapping out yourAn absolutely fantastic game! It builds on Horizon Zero Dawn in ways I'm sure most fans of the first game would be pleased with, while not just rehashing the themes of the first game. It gets rid of some of the more tedious elements of HZD such as inventory management, expands on armour and weapon upgrades and (at least in the Normal difficulty playthrough I did) makes swapping out your gear for different encounters an important game element.
    The characters look amazing and the dialogue in certain quests is like nothing I've ever seen in games before - funny, meaningful, genuine. The music also goes so hard in a way that I didn't expect.
    If you didn't like HZD, hate "women in games", hate representation in games, or somehow think a game that famously got taken off the Playstation Store for being essentially unplayable is "less buggy" than HFW, then you probably won't like this game.
    The reason I have given it a 9 and not a 10 (which I am tempted to give based on the gameplay and story) is the current state of the game. There are bugs, there is some pop-in and at least one quest that at the time of writing this does not work (but it was an optional side quest). I got stuck in the geometry once in a 60hr playthrough, and had one situation where frame rate dropped significantly (but I believe there's already been a patch for that). None of which was "game breaking" as the game is constantly autosaving, so you're likely to only lose a few minutes at most if you have to reload (which again, I only had to do once, when I got stuck in the geometry). I hesitate to even dock the point for that, because I'm certain these kinks will be worked out quickly.
    All in all I would DEFINITELY recommend this to anyone who likes a big open world game with lots to do and an excellent story.    … Expand
  28. akesserwani
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Stunning world built by Guerilla. Must play and Aloy is the face of PS now. She is. great character.
    Enemy design and combat are great.
    A must place. And my my how beautiful it looks.
  29. Joshiguti8
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    This game is really an improvement in how next gen games should look and be. Everything from this game is phenomenal. Characters, story, the atmosphere, the improvement in combat and graphics is a big step from the first game to the sequel. Really happy with this game. Good job to all the Guerrilla team for bringing us another Playstation for the collection. My rating for this game is a 9.
  30. Darikovic
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    Не идеально, не нэкстген, но очень достойно. Сильно бесят дерганные анимации и дубовый паркур. Игра огромная и интересная.
  31. Beelfro
    Feb 23, 2022
    4
    A very beautiful, very buggy and extremely tedious game.
    Audio dropouts, freeze frames, sometimes you need to be at a very specific spot so that you can interact with things, NPCs sometimes don't react when they're supposed to, so you need to restart from a previous save, plus, After installing the first update today, after a few minutes of playing the game completely froze. I couldn't    A very beautiful, very buggy and extremely tedious game.
    Audio dropouts, freeze frames, sometimes you need to be at a very specific spot so that you can interact with things, NPCs sometimes don't react when they're supposed to, so you need to restart from a previous save, plus, After installing the first update today, after a few minutes of playing the game completely froze. I couldn't turn off or restart the PS. Had to unplug the power cable.
    The graphics are so intense that they cause visual fatigue. The platforming is incredibly tedious and frustrating. We're back in the nineties here. You need tro be very accurate with your jumps, else you'll fall and die, or worse, you'll have to waste a tremendous amount of time redoing the whole platform. I can't remember how many times I've had to restart from a save or restart the PS.
    I absolutely loved the first game. Played it 3 times. I can't get immersed in this one. It's just tedious, boring and buggy. Don't know why companies insist in making sequels so boring (looking at you Last Of Us 2)
    I won't delete it yet, maybe I'll return to it someday, in a few months when all the major bugs will be (hopefully) fixed. But for now, I have to stop before playing this mess I before throw my PS out the window.
    Very beautiful game though. It's a shame. I pre-ordered it and was very excited to play it. Huge disappointment.    … Expand
  32. SyfierX
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Plays well. Love the graphics. Loved the expansion of weapons and skill trees. Story takes some time to get into it. Wished the moral choices had more implications to the world.
  33. TendouTan
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Have not finished the main story yet since I am always get side-tracked and do side missions along with farming for that next "bow" and "armor". HFW is an amazing open-world game with good side missions and memorable characters. I could say this is a big improvement from the first game. The combats improved into much smoother and better mechanics:
    1. You actually have meelee combos and    Have not finished the main story yet since I am always get side-tracked and do side missions along with farming for that next "bow" and "armor". HFW is an amazing open-world game with good side missions and memorable characters. I could say this is a big improvement from the first game. The combats improved into much smoother and better mechanics:
    1. You actually have meelee combos and flexibility in how to use them against people and machines.
    2. Ranged combats are pretty much similar to the first game with much more abilities and flexibilities to help you deal with more new dangerous machines in this game.
    The Cauldrons are MIND-BLOWING (see it for yourself). I bet most reviewers/critics have not finished all the Cauldrons since they don't have that much time to wrap it up before releasing reviews ahead of its release.
    Overall, although i do not think this is GOTY 2022, its an amazing game which reflects the abilities of Guerilla Games and what a Sony studio can do with the power/features of PS5. Guerilla Games proved that you do not need to buy studios that worth BILLIONS of DOLLARS to make a spectacular games (we still haven't seen any new good game from those studios yet).    … Expand
  34. Barger01
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    First and foremost, sad Xbox fanboys with nothing better to do are trying to tank the review score by review bombing or leaving 0 star reviews. There are **** posts of people organizing this and it’s sad. Developers spend years making these games and fanboys give it a zero?! You can tell what’s fake and what isn’t…even some of the lengthy detailed post are designed to trick you intoFirst and foremost, sad Xbox fanboys with nothing better to do are trying to tank the review score by review bombing or leaving 0 star reviews. There are **** posts of people organizing this and it’s sad. Developers spend years making these games and fanboys give it a zero?! You can tell what’s fake and what isn’t…even some of the lengthy detailed post are designed to trick you into believing the person actually played the game, which they didn’t. There’s also a bunch of people hating without playing simply because the main character is a female, sad but true. So many misogynistic comments on Reddit and twitter…

    Meta critic needs to verify people actually own and have played these games. It’s easy for anyone to make an account and post a review, there are no checks in place to verify ownership and user validity. With all that said, please disregard these reviews from sad pathetic people with nothing better to do.

    As for the game, it’s amazing. The detail is outstanding, every scene is dense and packed. The story is intense and very deep, you will find yourself drawn to the story and loving the cutscenes. The side quests are just as addicting. The new traversal mechanics make the game so much fun. This game steps it up from Zero Dawn in every way. PLEASE give this game a chance, it’s a masterpiece and shows why Guerrilla is one of the best studios out there.    … Expand
  35. Patcho
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Ce jeux est une masterclass du début à la fin mon top 5 des meilleurs open world
  36. Garriraptor
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    El Juego es Asombroso no puedo decir que supera a horizon zero dawn pero me gusto que le agregaran el garfio, la mascara de buceo y el planeador la historia me encanto.
  37. Jacirci
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    A vast improvement on Zero Dawn. Although the movement is much better it still feels off at times. Side quests and activities make the game for sure.
  38. FTH1625-QC
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Tout simplement magnifique. J'avais déjà très apprécié le premier opus, mais là on passe à un autre niveau. Oui encore quelques bugs ici et là, mais c'est monaie courante maintenant dans l'industrie du jeux vidéo. Les patchs vont faire la job par la suite. Un jeu à avoir et finir à 200%.
  39. Levi007
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Excellent game! It just a few minor bugs like when your on mount sometimes it will stop like something blocking the way. It's a great open world game, this game looks great on both current and old gen consoles unlike Elden Ring only looks good on current gen, not everyone have a current gen consoles. Elden Ring looks awful on ps4 and not recommended to play with old consoles. But this NewExcellent game! It just a few minor bugs like when your on mount sometimes it will stop like something blocking the way. It's a great open world game, this game looks great on both current and old gen consoles unlike Elden Ring only looks good on current gen, not everyone have a current gen consoles. Elden Ring looks awful on ps4 and not recommended to play with old consoles. But this New Horizon it's a wow and big two thumbs up to guerilla a must play on current and old consoles.… Expand
  40. PotatoMan2354
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    I very like the game and for me its better than zero dawn or frozen wilds.I recommend this game for gamers who loved Horizon zero dawn.
  41. Jelsa
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    beauty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  42. Capitaonerd
    Feb 23, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Game of Sony, beautiful and very good gameplay, fantastic cinematics.… Expand
  43. Drewdog16
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Horizon forbidden west is a great game that exceeds the original in almost every way. The graphics are top tier and a true next gen experience, the gameplay is very good. The story was good. In my opinion the game is a masterpiece, it was by no means a perfect game because there is no such thing, I experienced a couple of bugs but nothing gamebreaking or anything that would cause me toHorizon forbidden west is a great game that exceeds the original in almost every way. The graphics are top tier and a true next gen experience, the gameplay is very good. The story was good. In my opinion the game is a masterpiece, it was by no means a perfect game because there is no such thing, I experienced a couple of bugs but nothing gamebreaking or anything that would cause me to drop the score. A huge kudos to guerrilla games.… Expand
  44. Bwswilley
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This is a game to take slow and enjoy every detail involved. Combat is fast paced and enjoyable. The world is beautiful. The people you meet are interesting. Puzzles are challenging. This game is just great in absolutely every single way. Performance mode looks amazing and smooth as butter. I can't find anything bad to say about it.
  45. guelo1025
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    So far I am really pleased with this game. Is not perfect, but great enough. I can see how it feels a bit towards being more of a PS4 Pro title, but the essence of the implementations regarding the PS5 new technologies are there and make it feel like a great experience and pleasure to play. This game is rich in details despite the minor hugs that people has encountered (so far I haven'tSo far I am really pleased with this game. Is not perfect, but great enough. I can see how it feels a bit towards being more of a PS4 Pro title, but the essence of the implementations regarding the PS5 new technologies are there and make it feel like a great experience and pleasure to play. This game is rich in details despite the minor hugs that people has encountered (so far I haven't met with one). To wrap it up: game is great and enjoyable!

    P.S. I am not a fanboy, trust me.    … Expand
  46. Sergio_AV
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Excelente juego, no hay más que decir que lo que ya se ha expresado en todos los medios
  47. VISLAYER
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Beautiful from start to finish this is the game of the year we have been waiting patently for, picking up right where the last installment left off six months later this is a visual masterpiece
  48. Yittups
    Feb 23, 2022
    0
    Same old song and dance with better graphics. Story is atrocious and pc..game of the year I think not.
  49. Neall
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Middle finger to all the **** who don't own the game. Bunch of review bombers
  50. Pololooo
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Excelente game de mundo aberto, gráficos e jogabilidade. Jogo traz novidades como novos combates e história emocionante.
  51. blackking642
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Holy **** this game is a massive improvement from its predecessor. The graphics, story, side quests, gameplay is sick.
  52. Franchos6
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    No necesitas más nada sino jugarlo para saber que este juego es como mucho uno de los mejores juegos de mundo abierto que ha salido, las gráficas, la jugabilidad, su rendimiento y su historia te pueden tener hipnotizado por horas frente a tu ps5, vuelvo y repito no se necesita más nada sino JUGARLO y vivir por si mismo la experiencia que te ofrece Horizon! Gracias Guerrilla Games!
  53. RedInkedMoon
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game design and has been dramatically expanded in this sequel. Skill specialization, crafting, gathering, combat, and exploration all have more depth and intrigue. Bugs have been minimal, but AI can behave strangely on rare occasion.

    I'm currently too early into the story to give it any noteworthy critique, but some side characters really do feel as though they were regressed from their development as characters in the previous title, leading to some bizarre and jarring interactions (such as Avad's SECOND romantic advance on Aloy, and Erend regressing back into an immature drunk, matters which the first game already satisfyingly moved beyond). I am still excited and interested to see how the writers plan to develop Aloy herself as a character in the story to come.

    Playing on PS4 has provided no technically difficulties whatsoever and runs wonderfully, especially for hardware that's over 8 years old.    … Expand
  54. PlayNG
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Fantástico... Infinitamente melhor que o anterior. Melhorou insanamente no gráfico, na jogabilidade, no tamanho do mundo aberto, na quantidade de máquinas e armas e no som. Delicioso de jogar, e belíssimo.
  55. Luy2099
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Un juego muy completo, fiel a su primera entrega, audio y sonido muy bien logrado, trama interesante, jugabilidad pulida y una belleza grafica
  56. Zeltiko2018
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can see this game like a continuation of horizon zero dawn. It has so many aspects similar to the first. This game is good, but you could say -I had done this before. Good but repetitive… Expand
  57. cloudvii
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Beautiful game, graphics of the best of the current generation, Horizon goty
  58. Marko_asg
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    This game is just awesome. Great graphics, a few bugs here and there, nothing unplayable and very fixable with patches. Would recommend this to those who liked zero dawn.
  59. Mariocrc
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Excelente juego. Podría ser juego del año. Los gráficos de lo mejor y la historia excelente.
  60. Hi1AT2
    Feb 23, 2022
    0
    Bu oyun tam bir fiyasko.... Gerilla Ubisofttan daha iyi oyun yapamıyor belli ki... SJW kölesi medya PS5 oyunlarını gazlıyor Oynanış berbat akıcılıktan uzak Aloy düz yolda yürüyemiyor.
  61. Super_ryn_
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Horizon forbidden west is a master class of a sequel. it expands on the foundations built in zero dawn, it fixes many of its short comings. The biggest strengths of Forbidden west are the graphics and the expanded combat system. The world of this game is just as much of a threat as it is beautiful every step you take can lead you to a wonder filled scene or see you fighting off hordesHorizon forbidden west is a master class of a sequel. it expands on the foundations built in zero dawn, it fixes many of its short comings. The biggest strengths of Forbidden west are the graphics and the expanded combat system. The world of this game is just as much of a threat as it is beautiful every step you take can lead you to a wonder filled scene or see you fighting off hordes of machines. The only short comings in this game outside of a couple glitches with audio could be just the shear number of things to do which is a great thing to me or someone familiar with open world games but to someone new to the genre or new to gaming it may be intimidating. Even with its shortcomings i still give this game a 10 because the devs have done something amazing here and should be very proud of it. i hope to see more like this from them in the future!… Expand
  62. Cotto
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    A great game stunning graphics a great narrative great combat mechanics better than the first one in terms of upgrades they made to the game. Great map, the cauldrons are fun to do. In the end a MASTERPIECE .
  63. xblue_bomberx
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    So far, been having a great time with the game! Apparently they recently released a patch for glitches and whatnot. Haven’t gotten any glitches myself, so coming from that perspective, it’s a pretty awesome game and a step up from the first!
  64. Eaifontes
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    HFW it’s amazing It's one of the best games I've ever played. simply wonderful and very well done even for PS4 reapply a beautiful feat of Guerrilla Games. Congratulations for everyone.
  65. Sesma007
    Feb 23, 2022
    7
    Games look outdated, some bugs nothing that would break the game. Lazy story, and what about the eyes during conversations. In the end it was to expensive for this lever of quality, would recommend to wait for it to go on sale.
  66. ugafan101
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Hands down this game is probably my favorite game of all time. I loved zero dawn and thought it was amazing with some minor grievances. However I haven't been so captivated by a game world since the Witcher 3 came out. The story is top notch (including side quests), the combat is superb, the machine designs are really cool, and in top of all that the world is just absolutely gorgeous. IfHands down this game is probably my favorite game of all time. I loved zero dawn and thought it was amazing with some minor grievances. However I haven't been so captivated by a game world since the Witcher 3 came out. The story is top notch (including side quests), the combat is superb, the machine designs are really cool, and in top of all that the world is just absolutely gorgeous. If you are on the fence about this game, I would have to say you should definitely play this game! Even if you don't know what has happened from the previous game. I would recommend you play Zero Dawn 1st but it isn't necessary in this technology age. Either pull up a story recap or just watch the short prologue that is in the game. Don't make the same mistake with this game like I did when it came to Zero Dawn, I was completely oblivious to one of the best ps4 games there was, for way to long.
    PLAY THIS GAME!!!!    … Expand
  67. Marquess
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Jogo impressionante, um dos melhores que já joguei... Tudo acima das espectativas, história, jogabilidade, gráfico, desempenho... Parabéns Sony e Guerrila por essa obra de arte! Awesome game, one of the best I've ever played... Everything above expectations, story, gameplay, graphics, performance... Congratulations Sony and Guerrila for this masterpiece!
  68. omegadef1ant
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    What an enjoyable sequel. Any gripes I had with the first game are attended to in forbidden west. My biggest praise for this game is the vast variety and density of the biomes in this game. Non overstay their welcome and always look refreshing. Some will probably be polarized on the story but I believe it was well done!
  69. Eminoodle
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Ultimate sequel to an amazing series
    While i do think the story could have ben wraped up better at the end i think its a Amazing game that deserves your 70 bucks
    My game of the year probably
  70. Owen20
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Really enjoyed this game. The story is really good, side missions are really good and some of them even feel like they could have been main story missions. The world and environments are just stunning to look at, especially Las Vegas. The Slitherfang is my favourite machine, it’s got such a cool design and is very fun to fight. The reason I’m giving it a 9/10 and not a 10/10 is because theReally enjoyed this game. The story is really good, side missions are really good and some of them even feel like they could have been main story missions. The world and environments are just stunning to look at, especially Las Vegas. The Slitherfang is my favourite machine, it’s got such a cool design and is very fun to fight. The reason I’m giving it a 9/10 and not a 10/10 is because the games final fight with Tilda was too easy and disappointing for the last fight(was playing on very hard difficulty) the ending also came so abruptly and i didn’t really feel like it felt that the end of the game was coming when going to the zenith base to fight them, well two of them… Expand
  71. tankertoad
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    So thoroughly enjoying this game. Its both exciting, inspiring, and chill at the same time. Probably the most options and setting of any open world game. Beautiful on PS5 and loads so quickly! I am in no hurry - just enjoying each piece. The side quests are much more integrated than the last game. The story is still awe inspiring. and these review bomb trolls can GTFO
  72. VisorEye
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This is well done all around, I applaud guerrilla games for what they did with this game, they didn't reinvent the wheel they just had a great open world concept and just fixed what was either wrong or lacking in the first game.

    Side quests that have an actual effect on the story, compelling characters and a large amount of content put in to an amazing open world scenery to make you    This is well done all around, I applaud guerrilla games for what they did with this game, they didn't reinvent the wheel they just had a great open world concept and just fixed what was either wrong or lacking in the first game.

    Side quests that have an actual effect on the story, compelling characters and a large amount of content put in to an amazing open world scenery to make you marvel at it for hours, it is a well deserved sequel for Aloy's journey that just takes what Zero-dawn did to stand out in the vast genre of open world games and dials it up to 11

    Gg guerrilla games, truly worth the wait.    … Expand
  73. madooxxx
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    fffffffggggfffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffttftffffftttttthgfddyhyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyuuuuuuuuuuuttttt
  74. Elmaestro666
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una obra maestra de la ingeniería digital en el área de diseño de imágenes. Un deleite para el ojo humano que ve en estos diseños, reflejada la vida diaria, un imitación casi perfecta de la vida real. Una historia que estremece hasta la más nueva célula producida en la médula ósea, hasta lo más profundo del ser. Nada me había hecho sentir más extasiado en mi vida.… Expand
  75. ConfessionCode
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had very high expectations for this game given my high opinion of the first and while not everything I hoped for the sequel came to be it still an excellent game worthy of praise. I have been fortunate not to encounter any major bugs so far and despite playing on a last Gen console the graphics and performance are still exceptional. As for what I like about the game, I enjoy of course the characters and world they inhabit. The new machines are incredibly visually interesting and intimidating while the titular Forbidden West is stunningly beautiful. Thankfully the game remains grounded in its setting and narrative carefully avoiding leaning into modern day political issues, which I know is a concern many had leading up to release. Aloy’s character design is still fantastic, the many new weapons and armor styles she has access to adding additional flavor to her flamboyant badassery. Hands down one of the best female characters in gaming alongside Samus Aran and pre-TLOU2 Ellie. Many returning side characters are still full of personality and life while some new ones feel just as colorful. As for what I didn’t like well some parts of the story feel rushed, with characters being introduced only to be killed off or become less relevant a few scenes later. Combat while being expanded on, especially with melee weapons, lacks a certain cohesion in practical scenarios. As someone who beelined right for the stealth tree I found myself at a severe disadvantage trying to carefully plot my way through enemy encampments or through machine infested fields. By trying to accommodate all possible playstyles at once in every encounter it damages the experience for those who focus heavily down one particular skill tree rather than branching out. The new mobility options are also a mixed blessing as they give you many tactical options for when all hell breaks lose but many enemies now occupy areas only easily accessible by these new tools meaning you are often left with little choice but to break stealth and go in arrows blazing to get rid of enemy snipers who’d otherwise spot you moving below in the camp picking off less hard to reach enemies. As for things I don’t feel strongly about one way or the other the new board game mini-game is fine, the fast travel system enhancements are fine, the number of side quests and collectibles have been scaled back from the first games unfortunate Ubisoft levels of clutter and are all just fine. I like the side stories and characters involved, some even have actual consequences and tie together forming more complex narratives. Climbing and scanning for resources are also fine, but nothing to write home about, just nice QoL changes that make the game better than the first. There’s a lot of little things that make the sequel a better experience and some big things that give it a little more oomph. While I certainly wouldn’t it call it The Empire Strikes Back of videos games, it’s no The Last Jedi either. Good game, just buy it if you wanna have a good time.… Expand
  76. Vertex96
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    A true adventure. The first chapter was amazing and this is the perfect sequel, it is an evolution in every aspect. Plot is well written and the side quests have received so much attention that they can be considered main quests in the majority of other RPG games. Graphically stunning and the gameplay mechanics have been improved and new ones, especially close quarter combat ones, haveA true adventure. The first chapter was amazing and this is the perfect sequel, it is an evolution in every aspect. Plot is well written and the side quests have received so much attention that they can be considered main quests in the majority of other RPG games. Graphically stunning and the gameplay mechanics have been improved and new ones, especially close quarter combat ones, have been added. A masterpiece.… Expand
  77. Wsfaridi
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This game is so beautiful and a joy to play throughout. An absolute improvement over every area from the first one
  78. Steyraus
    Feb 23, 2022
    0
    Buggy and Glitchy... Depth of field spazzing out, flickering, invisible legdes, falling through the map, 5 hard crashes and 1 that crashed my entire system..Went to return the game was told, Sony doesn't allow returns of physical games anymore...Now metacritic is deleting negative scores, Just like they have done with other Sony games, protecting the Corperation and silencing theBuggy and Glitchy... Depth of field spazzing out, flickering, invisible legdes, falling through the map, 5 hard crashes and 1 that crashed my entire system..Went to return the game was told, Sony doesn't allow returns of physical games anymore...Now metacritic is deleting negative scores, Just like they have done with other Sony games, protecting the Corperation and silencing the consumer...Luckily the only people that care for metascore is fanboys,,, sales are already suss for this game, with articles from fanboy sites stating favorable qualifiers, but not a single actual number, hope the game flops like the buggy Returnal.… Expand
  79. Bfmvfan1995
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Perfect game despite the hating ass losers from xbox and stevivor. Highly recommended.
  80. Arildo1987
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo maravilhoso com muitos momentos épicos , Aloy está simplesmente linda assim como todo o game… Expand
  81. Aloraldo
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Melhor jogo da história dos vídeo games até hoje!!!

    Caxista tem inveja é morre de dor de cotovelo, chorem mais play station 5 é o melhor vídeo game da atualidade.
  82. UkFan1995
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic game. Aloy is such a awesome and badass protagonist. The new characters such as Alva, Zo and Kotallo are very well written and extremely lovable. The returning characters such as Erend and Varl are fantastic as always.… Expand
  83. Cornstash
    Feb 23, 2022
    5
    Amazing game!!! In my Top 5 for sure.
    Amazing graphics, gameplay, story. Side quest are much better then the first game.
  84. Diabeetus84
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    Is it a perfect game? Nope, but the graphics are beautiful, I've run into very few bugs and so far nothing more than a few visual glitches, and the combat is the same from Zero Dawn which is exactly what I wanted. They didn't reinvent the wheel here but they didn't need to. If you liked the first one and don't want a lot of changes, this is great.
  85. TheLiveCoach
    Feb 23, 2022
    2
    Another AAA bites the dust. Supposedly aimed to be the major step-up from Zero Dawn, enter Forbidden West, where smooth gameplay and fun activities are forbidden and every hint of humility off the protagonist has gone South instead. Mechanically, the game is an absolute mess that released on Cyberpunk standards: thousands of unfinished textures designed to immerse us in the universe makeAnother AAA bites the dust. Supposedly aimed to be the major step-up from Zero Dawn, enter Forbidden West, where smooth gameplay and fun activities are forbidden and every hint of humility off the protagonist has gone South instead. Mechanically, the game is an absolute mess that released on Cyberpunk standards: thousands of unfinished textures designed to immerse us in the universe make every player into a bunny-hopping, controller crushing sucker for having bought this. One could look past these if the developers weren't convinced constant platforming traversal puzzles were fun (no dimension found where that turns out to be true, except their own dilusion), but prepare to spend countless hours looking for grapple points that bug out, climbing knots that require you to break joysticks on the regular. Whoever comes up with these bird-brained bright brainteasers should really move into another career. But, but, it looks good? Not so much. The graphical design is among the worst in the past decade. Oversaturation, HDR incompatibilities and even unstable HUDs, all while fixing it by running it through a hundred "increase sharpness + reds" filters. Paint.net kind of designing, absolutely unacceptable. You'd almost forget the fact that the bandaids for sub-par traversal (grapple hook and wings, blatantly ripped off Immortals Fenyx from Ubisoft but with about 10% of the rip-off work) were there still. At least they listened to the dead eyes issues of ZD. Actually, they blew all their budget on it clearly. From a know-it-all savior-complexed narcissist Aloy we now get to see all the quircks a similarly annoying smug a-hole makes while she shuts down every other character. Well, mainly men.. as the woke indoctrination has not been forgotten but is introduced ever so subtletly with almost every male being a dumb, drunk, daft dumbo. Even Varl, the main male protagonist is a stalker with a beard he has to shave off. Aloy need no man, the world doesn't either. in conclusion: HFW does what it does best, rip every solid mechanic from another game, trash and bury it under layers of bad textures, design and filters all while being dilluded on what makes those mechanics fun, what makes games fun and the quality of their end-product. A self-proclaimed masterpiece.. of ****… Expand
  86. YaBoiDylan
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Just a straight up improvment of everything. Only real complaint is the sort of limited mountain climbing system. Beautiful even on ps4. This is how you make a sequel
  87. OKUTO79
    Feb 23, 2022
    1
    LA GRAFICA è totalmente fallata.

    Non si può fare uscire un gioco in queste condizioni.

    Vergognatevi!
  88. ExFatGaming
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Most enjoyable game I've played so far this year. As expected from Guerilla Games. The ground work is already laid on Zero Dawn, and now improved for Forbidden West. The story direction is absolutely amazing. Cant wait what will happen to the inevitable sequel. Top contender for GOTY so far!
  89. BenLight
    Feb 23, 2022
    3
    Me jugué el primero y muy buena historia, al igual que esta, el problema para mi es la niebla, es exagerada, tambien la animacion de cuando recoge hierbas y otras cosas, odie esa animacion pues hay veces que estas peliendo con una bestia mecánica y pasas recogiendo una hierva o planta, y esta animación es muy lenta y me frustró en mi caso. Los gráficos se ven bien, tenía que verse bien yaMe jugué el primero y muy buena historia, al igual que esta, el problema para mi es la niebla, es exagerada, tambien la animacion de cuando recoge hierbas y otras cosas, odie esa animacion pues hay veces que estas peliendo con una bestia mecánica y pasas recogiendo una hierva o planta, y esta animación es muy lenta y me frustró en mi caso. Los gráficos se ven bien, tenía que verse bien ya en esta generación, así mismo espero que con un parche soluciones el gameplay cuando estas en la etapa de plataformas, a veces se me congelo el juego pero aun así seguí, no me rompió la experiencia, salvo la animacion de recoger cosas. Tambine el pelo de Aloy, siento que tiene vida propia, a veces salta de la nada, pero de ahí todo lo demás es regular.… Expand
  90. Jono1
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. I'm yet to complete it as I keep getting distracted with the amazing side quests.
  91. Ibrahim0991
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This game is a perfect sequel, it’s gameplay is fun and rewards you for grinding and grinding is really fun, the story is great so far imo. Great game with few bugs.
  92. lalosan
    Feb 23, 2022
    5
    I made the mistake of playing through the first one on my pc before the sequel came out, going from max settings 4k 120hz to 4k 30 on my ps5 was not a good idea lol don't even get me started on the performance mode looks like fsr performance terrible image quality and from the 10 hours I've played it seems like an okay game but its hard to play a game when both graphics modes are fatally flawed.
  93. MiguelUT
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Super solid game. If there were fewer weird visual glitches I'd say 10/10 but because of textures not loading sometimes and the occasional screen flicker for no reason, I'm going 9. As far as gameplay goes, more of the same winning formula from the first one. A few new weapons but nother Earth Shattering, just a little more variety. The major improvements come in the form of the myriadSuper solid game. If there were fewer weird visual glitches I'd say 10/10 but because of textures not loading sometimes and the occasional screen flicker for no reason, I'm going 9. As far as gameplay goes, more of the same winning formula from the first one. A few new weapons but nother Earth Shattering, just a little more variety. The major improvements come in the form of the myriad side quests, errands, challenges and the like, along with the deep and profound relationships Aloy develops with some of her compatriots throughout the game. Love how the plot ties into the first one (and Frozen Wilds). Very fun. Very moving at times. 2022's first Must Play on the PS5, IMO.… Expand
  94. CodeDuff
    Feb 23, 2022
    7
    7.5 to 8 out of 10. Cons first. I feel it's a little weaker in the story department here as some lazy tropes litter the writting here. The combat is kind of wonky and melee is not great (nor does it need its own skill tree by the way). On day one, I had frame rate drops, game breaking bugs. Besides that it's a beautiful game that excites and holds up the legacy of its series. Buy it on7.5 to 8 out of 10. Cons first. I feel it's a little weaker in the story department here as some lazy tropes litter the writting here. The combat is kind of wonky and melee is not great (nor does it need its own skill tree by the way). On day one, I had frame rate drops, game breaking bugs. Besides that it's a beautiful game that excites and holds up the legacy of its series. Buy it on sale or after it's patched though… Expand
  95. Dilahirkan
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This game keeps me entertained, and even the new things they gave him in combat, stealth and missions have more realism. Excellent game.
  96. Boomcio
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Horizon forbidden west to gra praktycznie pod każdym względem lepsza od poprzedniczki,która już zasługiwała na ocena 10. Na plus historia,grafika,postacie,walka,świat.
    Na minus przekombinowane drzewko umiejętności z bezsensownymi perłami,których i tak nie można wszystkich naraz używać,więc się ich nie używa oraz nadal dominowanie maszyn jest tylko fajną ciekawostka a nie czymś dzięki czemu    Horizon forbidden west to gra praktycznie pod każdym względem lepsza od poprzedniczki,która już zasługiwała na ocena 10. Na plus historia,grafika,postacie,walka,świat.
    Na minus przekombinowane drzewko umiejętności z bezsensownymi perłami,których i tak nie można wszystkich naraz używać,więc się ich nie używa oraz nadal dominowanie maszyn jest tylko fajną ciekawostka a nie czymś dzięki czemu moglibyśmy zrobić ciekawy build. Polecam każdemu kupić grę i sprawdzić samemu :)    … Expand
  97. CaptainWally
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Horizon forbidden west manages to upgrade every aspect of the previous Zero Dawn, With more exciting gameplay; more diverse weapons and armory and good story, HFW also leads the way to be one of the best exclusives in the history of Playstation.
  98. MasterQuentus
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Very fun I don't want to put the controller down I would definitely recommend this game to anyone
  99. omarbaig955
    Feb 23, 2022
    2
    Most well-written stories exist and have their set and universe built around them. Thinking starwars, Lord of the rings, ect. Some time stories are written after a universe and setting are designed and the story compliments it. Thinking of Halo: Reach, and attack on titans.

    This game, just like the first is the ladder and designed its story to exist in a cool universe they concepted. The    Most well-written stories exist and have their set and universe built around them. Thinking starwars, Lord of the rings, ect. Some time stories are written after a universe and setting are designed and the story compliments it. Thinking of Halo: Reach, and attack on titans.

    This game, just like the first is the ladder and designed its story to exist in a cool universe they concepted. The developers however refused to take any lessons learned from the lackluster story of the first game and expected the setting and senary to take care of everything. That is why killzone failed, that's why horizon isn't known for its story and this game doesn't change that. It is a beautiful game and the devs should be commended for it. But is there a particular reason to come back to this game or even finish it the first time after All the pretty graphics fade into the background? Not really. I had high hopes for zero dawn to be my Skyrim replacement but it didn't come close. This game fell even further.    … Expand
  100. Bradlane
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    I have almost completed the game and can say it is truly an amazing game. It's expands on what the first game did so well and adds more to it. The climbing mechanic (which thanks to BOTW every game apparently has to do or they get review bombed) is pretty good and the glider is truly awesome. This is truly a fantastic game with an deep story and lore. If you have a playstation it's a mustI have almost completed the game and can say it is truly an amazing game. It's expands on what the first game did so well and adds more to it. The climbing mechanic (which thanks to BOTW every game apparently has to do or they get review bombed) is pretty good and the glider is truly awesome. This is truly a fantastic game with an deep story and lore. If you have a playstation it's a must play game. Gorilla is an amazing team and are truly talented. The graphics are without doubt the best you will see on any console. Truly a masterpiece.… Expand
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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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