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  1. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Visually stunning, game play is fluid and the side missions are just as good as the first game. On day one launch minimal bugs and glitches, honestly on day one release the game ran better than a lot of others did with no patch needed on the first day.
  2. Feb 19, 2022
    10
    This game is absolutely flawless. I really don’t see how people can dislike it, I’ve had zero problems on it and zero bugs. I think the people who doesn’t like it, are either Xbox players or people who don’t have a ps5
  3. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Game sensacional, jogabilidade excelente e gráficos muito bonito de PS5 e PS4
  4. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente jogo, qualidade absurda, um dos melhores jogos que já joguei, recomendo. Expand
  5. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Dont believe the reviews here left by the other console fan boys!! I am truly in love with this game. Performance mode is the way to go trust me. 30fps is just not worth it for the minor eye candy bump. I can easily say it surpasses ghost of tushima in many areas. Going to play this for a while now until another good game comes out or gets discounted. Awesome job done by the devs on thisDont believe the reviews here left by the other console fan boys!! I am truly in love with this game. Performance mode is the way to go trust me. 30fps is just not worth it for the minor eye candy bump. I can easily say it surpasses ghost of tushima in many areas. Going to play this for a while now until another good game comes out or gets discounted. Awesome job done by the devs on this one. You will enjoy it even if you didnt play the first one. Expand
  6. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game with lot of new interesting characters new machines new locations and beautiful visuals.Facial expressions combat system machine AI all have upgraded compare to horizon zero dawn.Great work done by Guerrillla. Expand
  7. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Nao tirem conclusões de haters, que nem se quer jogaram 1 minutos do game, o jogo tem uma boa narrativa, a jogabilidade está incrível e os gráficos no ps5 estão muito bons, sou usuário xbox, Playstation e Switch, me preocupo só em jogar gamer, independente da plataforma sejam coerentes em suas avaliações,
  8. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This game is just a Bomb of amazingness! A complete upgrade of the first game, graphics are amazing, story is even better, playability exceptional! Those people that are giving bad rating are just xbox sad users.
  9. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Everything about this game is awesome. The first game was amazing and so is this one. I hope they keep making these games for years to come.
  10. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Butyfol game ... must play graphic, if you play first part! You will enjoy it
  11. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    O jogo é incrível, gráficos maravilhosos, tô amando o jogo, tudo tá incrível, a jogabilidade, história, controle, tudo, as vezes tem um bug mas não interfere nada na experiência, amei
  12. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    The world is so immersive and beautiful. Literally the only game on ps5 that I play on resolution mode. The gameplay is great and expanded on from the first game. The character models are gorgeous. Best looking open world that I've seen yet.
  13. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    It's an absolutely amazing game, I love it my favorite game to date. Thank you Guerrilla Games for making something so amazing, so well done. Every detail, every change is noticeable and they are good changes. This game is a true AAA. I love you Aloy.

    Los que le pusieron 0 tenéis porquería en la cabeza, el juego es fenomenal. Que os den por el culo.
  14. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Sehr schönes Spiel, läuft alles super und flüssig kann ich nur weiter empfehlen
  15. Feb 22, 2022
    4
    Gorgeous game, but playing on normal difficulty feels like playing in very hard.
    Resources are scarce; armor and weapons costs and arm and a leg. Zero Dawn did not feel this hard. Disappointed.
  16. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    A straight up masterpiece!
  17. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Just to sum it, it a masterpiece!
    One of the best games I ever played! Best graphics of all time! Best facial expressions in a game of all time! Stunning gameplay! Great story! Memorable characters!…
  18. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Well crafted storyline. Side quests are vivid and non trashy like some other games do. No repetitive tasks feeling. The viewpoint tallneck is also creative not like AC series just climbing. All in all it deserves it's price. Good job Guerilla Gaming.
  19. Feb 22, 2022
    0
    Диалоги и сюжет - скука, графика хорошая, но это не помогает. + Конечно же баги !
  20. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    UN GIOCO MAESTOSO, UN COMPARTO TECNICO INVIDIABILE, UNA COLONNA SONORA DEGNAMENTE EPICA. NULLA DA DIRE, GUERRILLA SI È SUPERATA, BRAVI RAGAZZI!!!
  21. Feb 22, 2022
    8
    So far I've been enjoying my time with HFW. It is by no means the best game ever created but it is far from the dumpster fire that many people on here are portraying. Guerilla Games took a lot of the feedback received from the first game and implemented improvements in this iteration. I have encountered some bugs which have been annoying but nothing that would prevent me from continuing.So far I've been enjoying my time with HFW. It is by no means the best game ever created but it is far from the dumpster fire that many people on here are portraying. Guerilla Games took a lot of the feedback received from the first game and implemented improvements in this iteration. I have encountered some bugs which have been annoying but nothing that would prevent me from continuing. Among the bugs I have seen thus far in my 40+ hours:

    - On 3 occasions, the frame rate drops to a crawl and then leads to a game crash. 2 other times the frame rate eventually caught back up.
    - During mid-late game side missions there were some issues with the progression of side quests where npc's would not proceed to the next step to allow for progression. Fast traveling to a camp fire and returning to the area seemed to fix those issues.

    Yet to be solved bugs are:
    - Completed map icons from a particular activity are not disappearing as they should.
    - Melee Pit Quests seem to be bugged currently. Especially for those who purchased the deluxe edition of the game.

    Outside of those issues, I have been having a great time. The graphics are beautiful, the story is interesting and the side quests varied. They don't necessarily feel tacked on but feel as though they are meaningful mini story lines that further reinforce the main plots importance and overall immersion within the world.

    Bottom line, if you enjoyed the first game, you will like this one. If you didn't like the first game, you probably won't like this one.
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  22. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This game shows how well Sony cares for his plattform. 10hrs in the game and i am just in love with everything. Can't stop!!!!
  23. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Some small issues that vna easily be fixed but nothing game breaking, pretty much an improvement over the first game in every aspect. The new area is beautiful and the sound team did an amazing job, the new machines are pretty awesome as well and I like some of the new types of weapons.
  24. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Well guerilla games knew they shouldn't change the winning hand so they deserve this rating
  25. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This game have nice graphic and beautifull storyline. All side quests are amazing.
  26. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Horizon 2 Forbidden West is a Masterpiece. Perfect Upgrade for Horizon Zero Dawn. Easily GOTY.
  27. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Würdiger Nachfolger mit Bombengrafik und minimalen Bugs...
  28. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Incredible game. I'm playing on a PS5 with a 4k TV, in Performance Mode, and everything is absolutely gorgeous. I was swimming under a lake, admiring the ridiculous detail of the underwater flora, when a friend who'd been watching came back from the bathroom and thought I was in a cutscene. The gameplay is fantastic, melee is greatly improved from the first and you have a ton of weaponIncredible game. I'm playing on a PS5 with a 4k TV, in Performance Mode, and everything is absolutely gorgeous. I was swimming under a lake, admiring the ridiculous detail of the underwater flora, when a friend who'd been watching came back from the bathroom and thought I was in a cutscene. The gameplay is fantastic, melee is greatly improved from the first and you have a ton of weapon options. Outfits have been cool and I love that they have lots of passive effects now instead of just being fashion. I've had a few problems with the freeclimb system not recognizing certain ledges or thinking a point is too far away, but pretty minor stuff overall.

    If you liked the story of the first a lot, you'll like this one. It's a continuation, and it's really easy to see that they have an overall story clearly in mind. Lots of stuff hinted at in the first game comes back up. Side characters get to hang around a LOT longer which is lovely.

    I have so much to praise, but basically this is a fantastic game and officially my favorite game ever.
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  29. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    A work of art...best open world since RDR2 and Breath of the Wild...game play is solid, as well as some of the best graphics I've ever seen
  30. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Resumidamente um fortíssimo candidato a jogo do ano mesmo com esse movimento de tentarem denegrir o jogo por ser exclusivo aqui na plataforma.
  31. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it.
  32. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Its a beautiful and great game. Haters, who dont owned a PS and who dont play give it a 0 marks.
  33. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Ignore the trolls. This game is a 8-10 depending on if you're into the whole open-world dinosaur thing. Anything less, and its a reviewbomb/trollreview. It's really pathetic that it has to be like this. I've put over 20hours into the game on performance mode and haven't had any big issues so far.

    This game is fantastic. Main story is fantastic and even the sidequests are great in this
    Ignore the trolls. This game is a 8-10 depending on if you're into the whole open-world dinosaur thing. Anything less, and its a reviewbomb/trollreview. It's really pathetic that it has to be like this. I've put over 20hours into the game on performance mode and haven't had any big issues so far.

    This game is fantastic. Main story is fantastic and even the sidequests are great in this game(usually im one to skip these). This game is simply the first but improved in every way. Melee combat is MUCH better(matters more vs human fights), the dinosaur AI seems to be improved and harder, graphics are incredibly even on performance mode. List goes on.

    I saw a review mentioning that he would rather play AC:Valhalla... Message to you: Holy sh*t your taste in games must be weird. Odessey was great, but Valhalla was a massive yawnfest.

    If you buy Horizon Forbidden West, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED: IGNORE THE TROLL REVIEWS.
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  34. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Absolute must play! Game is incredible and worth the wait. There is so much content, the side quests are great, NPC animations are amazing and combat is even better than Zero Dawn.
  35. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Taking everything that was successful in the first game and improving on it has made this game a masterpiece. Many quality of life upgrades. Incredible graphics in a massive beautiful open world. This game is one of my most anticipated games for the PS5 and it did not disappoint. Guerilla games knocked it out of the park again with this second entry.
  36. Feb 22, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Visual incrível, jogabilidade muito melhorada. Esperava que fosse melhorar comparada ao jogo anterior, mas me surpreendeu!!! Recomendo!!! Expand
  37. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Uno de los grandes bombazos del 2022, sin contar con que corre asombrosamente en un hardware que tiene más de 9 años, las misiones secundarias son espectaculares tanto que ni parecen secundarias, y el mundo abierto es muy amplio y mejor trabajado que el anterior, las máquinas ahora son más fluidas y realistas aún.

    Sencillamente encantado, creo que tendré basta te tiempo para disfrutar de
    Uno de los grandes bombazos del 2022, sin contar con que corre asombrosamente en un hardware que tiene más de 9 años, las misiones secundarias son espectaculares tanto que ni parecen secundarias, y el mundo abierto es muy amplio y mejor trabajado que el anterior, las máquinas ahora son más fluidas y realistas aún.

    Sencillamente encantado, creo que tendré basta te tiempo para disfrutar de este juego.
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  38. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    É realmente uma obra de arte. Cenários com densidade e recheados de detalhes.
    A história é ótima e muito inteligente.
  39. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Of the 12 hours I've played so far, I have greatly enjoyed all of it! The story is very engaging and interesting up to this point and the combat is very satisfying and dynamic. The skill tree upgrades have been vastly improved since the first game and it feels like each tree has something amazing that I want to use. The graphics and performance are incredible on the PS5 and I have notOf the 12 hours I've played so far, I have greatly enjoyed all of it! The story is very engaging and interesting up to this point and the combat is very satisfying and dynamic. The skill tree upgrades have been vastly improved since the first game and it feels like each tree has something amazing that I want to use. The graphics and performance are incredible on the PS5 and I have not experienced very many bugs other than occasional issues with registering the parkour movements and Aloy's hair having a mind of its own in cut-scenes, which is more comedic than anything. The new weapons introduced are some of the most fun in the game and I the side missions all feel very fleshed out and reward more skill points which is a great incentive to want to do everything in the game. Certainly another top quality PlayStation exclusive by Guerilla Games, highly recommend playing this one as it will no doubt be a contender for game of the year. Expand
  40. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    The game is stunning. I expected nothing less. The voice acting feels more like live acting and the tutorial mode doesn’t cater to new players. I’m loving it!
  41. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Mais um jogo da sony. Incrivel, não perfeito, que mostra o quanto evoluiu os video games. Os jogos vem cada vez mais impressionantes.
  42. Feb 22, 2022
    5
    After enjoying the engaging gameplay and edge of your seat story of Horizon Zero Dawn, I was both excited but skeptical that Horizon Forbidden West would be able to impress on the same levels. I am now here to say Horizon Zero Dawn feels like a B level game in comparison to the A+ that is Horizon Forbidden. west. Not only is the gameplay vastly improved while still keeping to the flow thatAfter enjoying the engaging gameplay and edge of your seat story of Horizon Zero Dawn, I was both excited but skeptical that Horizon Forbidden West would be able to impress on the same levels. I am now here to say Horizon Zero Dawn feels like a B level game in comparison to the A+ that is Horizon Forbidden. west. Not only is the gameplay vastly improved while still keeping to the flow that made it so addictive in the first game, but the world and story are far more engaging and keeping me on the edge of my seat just as much. I have found myself shocked, angry, and smiling as the story unfolds. But it's more than just the main story, the world is so much more alive. I feel a connection with the tribes and characters of Forbidden West that Zero Dawn lacked. The world is so much more detailed and a joy to explore. Overall Horizon Forbidden West takes everything that made Zero Dawn a masterpiece and doubled their efforts. It has really paid off, and is quickly becoming my favorite action adventure rpg to date. Expand
  43. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    I think this actually deserves 8 but I am giving it a perfect to offset all these review bombing ratings. These Xbox morons need to get a life. The game is as good as you can expect a game to be on launch day. There are bugs but nothing you can not live without. In HDR the darker areas of the screens suffer depending on what TV or Monitor you are using. On HDR turned off and performanceI think this actually deserves 8 but I am giving it a perfect to offset all these review bombing ratings. These Xbox morons need to get a life. The game is as good as you can expect a game to be on launch day. There are bugs but nothing you can not live without. In HDR the darker areas of the screens suffer depending on what TV or Monitor you are using. On HDR turned off and performance the game is buttery smooth though. Another thing the game is very vivid in color but it sometimes makes it difficult to actually see the things you are looking for. For example, climbable areas. The story is griping. The side quests till now quite good. Not too long and varied enough for you to do them. Anyone know prefers Assasin Creed game over this is either lying or have very terrible taste whose Mother should have just taken it her mouth that ill fated night. They should have never been born. Expand
  44. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Un maravilloso mundo, una obra de arte artistica y unos graficos de escandalo (lo mas bestia visto hasta la fecha). A nivel jugable es un muy buen juego ,divertido y variado que falla un poco en ciertas mecanicas de combate (conbate contra humanos) y padece de ciertos fallitos tecnicos en cuanto a iluminacion. La historia es una gozada que le tendra enganchado a cualquiera... MuyUn maravilloso mundo, una obra de arte artistica y unos graficos de escandalo (lo mas bestia visto hasta la fecha). A nivel jugable es un muy buen juego ,divertido y variado que falla un poco en ciertas mecanicas de combate (conbate contra humanos) y padece de ciertos fallitos tecnicos en cuanto a iluminacion. La historia es una gozada que le tendra enganchado a cualquiera... Muy recomendable, aunque no te guste la historia, si no tienes problemas de dinero merece la pena comprarlo solo por disfrutar de su mundo bellisimo. Expand
  45. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    I do not know where some of these negative reviews are coming from. They must be playing the game on a 13" B&W tv with the sound off and putting a PS5 copy in their PS4. Does Forbidden West have issues? Sure it does, but what game are these "reviewers" playing as these negative reviews are somewhat unbelievable.

    Boring story? You can say that about any story you can't become
    I do not know where some of these negative reviews are coming from. They must be playing the game on a 13" B&W tv with the sound off and putting a PS5 copy in their PS4. Does Forbidden West have issues? Sure it does, but what game are these "reviewers" playing as these negative reviews are somewhat unbelievable.

    Boring story? You can say that about any story you can't become invested in. Terrible graphics? Who are you trying to fool, objectively the most beautiful game people have seen on a PS5. Broken performance? Really, I wish I could get one of the copies of this game that glitches as much as people have complained about.

    I know this type of review bombing is just a way for trolls to let off steam. And yes, it is a form of trolling to take time out of your life to come and write at least 75 characters (too low if you ask me) Just to complain about something that you do not...I REPEAT...DO NOT need to even pay attention to. Even if you believe everything that you are saying and feel a conviction in your opinion there is no need to put pen to paper just to hear your own metaphorical voice.

    At this point, I think Metacritic leaves them up just to drive traffic to their website.
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  46. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Невероятно красивая игра, отличный сюжет и побочные квесты. В целом ставлю 10 из 10
  47. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    I don't understand why this is being bombed negatively. Other then there's always gotta be someone that **** about something nowadays. I personally think the graphics look amazing. I'm 37 and have watched the evolution of all console generations. And where were at now is amazing. The graphics on this game look absolutely amazing to me. I love the gameplay. To me they've polished this gameI don't understand why this is being bombed negatively. Other then there's always gotta be someone that **** about something nowadays. I personally think the graphics look amazing. I'm 37 and have watched the evolution of all console generations. And where were at now is amazing. The graphics on this game look absolutely amazing to me. I love the gameplay. To me they've polished this game up great. I think the storyline is awesome and I think it's great that their taking the "woke" route. Instead of following the masses. The fact that people are **** cause she has a little bit of facial hair just blows my mind. I thought we were in an Era where people accepted that stuff? Apparently not. I was so excited for this game to come out and I'm still excited to play it. There's gotta be a reason these people are bombing it.. It's a great game and I say u deff want to play it Expand
  48. Feb 19, 2022
    9
    This looks promising, the graphics looks great (sometimes it looks like a ps3 game, but most of the time it looks wonderful). The combat feels a bit bland at first, but as you learn and progress the combat actually becomes very interesting and fun. The story is a nice touch to the game but nothing special. I would give it a 10/10 if the game was more polished. I recommend!
  49. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Awesome game.love the first one,but this? this is all over improved in all aspects.Story,gameplay,music,graphics...just...awesome.Would recommend it all day all night.Hope Guerrila Games works already on the 3rd part. Love you guys.Amazing work. Expand
  50. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This game is awesome and not deserving of the scores its getting. Its unfortunate people are not honest. Normally I would have given it a 9.4 dude to the very small amount of bugs but since people on here are giving it a zero or 2 I decided to give it a 10 to offset that. This game will not disappoint and is worth the money I paid. So much fun.
  51. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Absolute must play Story, music, art direction, combat, there was no way to make a better sequel to the already amazing first game.
    Great job Guerrila.
  52. Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Maravilloso, un juego super fluido las cargas ni se notan, el cesped y las plantas espectaculares. es un hito en la historia de los video juegos, no hay nada que se le acerque a nivel tecnico, solo se puede decir, SUPERIOR.
  53. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing game! All true gamers must have this gem in their collection!
  54. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    I'm not sure what some people were expecting. They must not have played the first game. That's on them. As a direct sequel to the first game, this game vastly improves on the foundation set by HZD. I'm playing this on an OLED screen believe this is one of the most visually stunning games yet on the PS5. I don't understand the need to review bomb something you don't like, but I don't likeI'm not sure what some people were expecting. They must not have played the first game. That's on them. As a direct sequel to the first game, this game vastly improves on the foundation set by HZD. I'm playing this on an OLED screen believe this is one of the most visually stunning games yet on the PS5. I don't understand the need to review bomb something you don't like, but I don't like spitting in the wind either. I highly recommend this game if you have a PS5 and loved the original. Great game so far. Expand
  55. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Good game You like death stranding or tlou game of course like this. So good narrative
  56. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Good graphics, good story, good interface, there are some bugs, which will be fixed in some updates other than that the game is just phenomenal... Best game for next gen consoles
  57. Feb 22, 2022
    1
    Game não trouxe nada de novo para a franquia, gráficos muito parecidos com a versão anterior, só que com resolução mais alta, movimentação re aproveitada do game anterior , famoso copiar e colar, control c control v
  58. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Horizon Forbidden West Ik vind de game echt fantastisch. Alles ziet er zo goed uit, en de manier van opzet van dit spel vind ik zeer goed. Ik zou daarom ook iedereen aanraden, om dit spel te gaan kopen
  59. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    It's a testament to the quality of this game that it has attracted hoards of jealous individuals and multiples here posting 0/10 reviews, as if to to somehow try to alter the reality of this great game.
  60. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    What a phenomenal game. After such an incredible first game I was so skeptical of the sequel matching it. But it has far surpassed the first game. Get it. Play it. You'll love it!
  61. Feb 22, 2022
    2
    Nice and bright picture hides a boring story and boring characters. Side quests are still a joke.
  62. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    El juego en PS5 es sublime. Un deleite para los ojos, sin dudarlo uno de los mejores trabajos hechos jamás en la historia de los videojuegos. Toda esa basura que se le está intentando echar, que si tiene bugs, que si tiene niebla es mentira de haters resentidos. El juego supera absolutamente en todo a Zero Dawn, sobretodo en las misiones secundarias y recados. Da gusto recorrer el mundoEl juego en PS5 es sublime. Un deleite para los ojos, sin dudarlo uno de los mejores trabajos hechos jamás en la historia de los videojuegos. Toda esa basura que se le está intentando echar, que si tiene bugs, que si tiene niebla es mentira de haters resentidos. El juego supera absolutamente en todo a Zero Dawn, sobretodo en las misiones secundarias y recados. Da gusto recorrer el mundo haciendo cosas más allá de las misiones principales, a veces sin hacer nada sólo observando el paisaje. El agua es alucinante lo bien echa que está, una detención por el detalle enfermiza. Si te gustan los mundos abiertos, es un must have. Estará luchando en los GOTY 2022, ninguna duda al respecto. Expand
  63. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Beautiful game i ever played ! Right in my top 3 games side with Rdr2 and Thou2 ! I love it ! I play on LG CX 65" in Res mode and is great ! Side quest are good , exploration is good , voice acting is top notch . Ty Gorilla. Superb game
  64. Feb 22, 2022
    0
    Es una estafa deben comprar la versión de ps4 o esperar a una rebaja considerable teniendo en cuenta los múltiples bugs y problemas con la carga de texturas.
  65. Feb 21, 2022
    10
    The game is amazing !!! Ps5 !!! The graphics, the story are amazing.Worth every money
  66. Feb 22, 2022
    3
    Game is fun but doesn't touch what the first game accomplished. Any reason that cloned black humans somehow retained their ebonics? Could we maybe not make the male characters such simps? Naw its 2022 fat face Aloy is all the rage.
  67. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Great and deep game. Just started it and doing every side quest which is also made good. Face animations are improved, graphics awesome. Got some pop ups at the begging but no bugs for now.
  68. Feb 22, 2022
    2
    Put simply, this game should not have been released in this state. Everyone's heard of the visual bugs, but that wasn't the deal breaker for me. It's the broken climbing mechanics, the railroaded story missions, the Michael Bay Transformer Pokemon enemies, the silly progression system, the "missing tools needed to get to this area" that are locked behind main missions way down the line. MyPut simply, this game should not have been released in this state. Everyone's heard of the visual bugs, but that wasn't the deal breaker for me. It's the broken climbing mechanics, the railroaded story missions, the Michael Bay Transformer Pokemon enemies, the silly progression system, the "missing tools needed to get to this area" that are locked behind main missions way down the line. My friends and I enjoyed HZD for the exploration aspect and the game simply doesn't allow you to explore anything you want to until the story missions are done. This is not what most of us do. We knock out side missions like we have OCD and run around just looking at **** Not to mention the unfinished animations that go beyond some graphical glitches, these common animations with the pullcaster and override that you see constantly aren't even as fleshed out as the original game from half a decade ago. This game feels like work at times. The story is the only thing keeping me going. Expand
  69. Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Guerilla Games nailed it. Exactly the sequel I wanted. Also gotta balance out those Bot losers review bombing this. They just jealous.
  70. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo incrível gráfico soberbos e uma jogabilidade muito gostosa de si jogar Expand
  71. Feb 22, 2022
    8
    The game is very fun. Graphics are superb, combat is easy and fun. Not a huge leap over the first game but not a step down either.i am having a blast playing it
  72. Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Forbidden West is such a giant step forward from Zero Dawn. Bringing back the amazing combat system with so many new ways to customize your play style. The new Jobs system that was worked in to help progress upgrades to weapons, pouches, and armor is a really nice touch! Traversal is better than Zero Dawn’s clunky system. Similar in nature but smoother. With so many accessibility features,Forbidden West is such a giant step forward from Zero Dawn. Bringing back the amazing combat system with so many new ways to customize your play style. The new Jobs system that was worked in to help progress upgrades to weapons, pouches, and armor is a really nice touch! Traversal is better than Zero Dawn’s clunky system. Similar in nature but smoother. With so many accessibility features, you can really turn this into the experience you want, along with how I imagine Guerrilla Games wanted you to experience their game. The visuals in this game are stunning. Sony’s best looking game to date. Enjoy! Expand
  73. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Stunning game.Best game of the generation yet. Everything is improved over the first game and the results are fantastic.
  74. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Simply beautiful, impressive and spectacular; Throughout the game you feel Eloy's evolution, from having a hunting bow to becoming a nuclear weapon, everything the Guerilla did is admirable; Without a doubt, he is a great candidate for GOTY.
  75. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    The voice acting, motion capture, gameplay, and world are star class in this package of an experience. The open world is so engrossing it leaves wanting more and more after each play session

    just wait until you see Vegas!!
  76. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Superb game that builds on everything the first one did and refines it tenfold. Favourite game of this generation so far.
  77. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    For someone who play the first game, this one is even better. The story to the battle is great feel like I can play it over and over.
  78. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    This game is great. Open world games have gotten very stale. Horizon has breathed some new life into the genre. Overall, a great game.

    The world-building and visual design is top-notch...a far cry better than any other open world game. And these elements make the interaction with the world and the combat very compelling. The machines you fight are extremely well-designed, which
    This game is great. Open world games have gotten very stale. Horizon has breathed some new life into the genre. Overall, a great game.

    The world-building and visual design is top-notch...a far cry better than any other open world game. And these elements make the interaction with the world and the combat very compelling. The machines you fight are extremely well-designed, which makes fighting them a very engaging experience. It's easy to get lost looking at the character designs, poring over all the little touches in the clothing and adornments. The story is also solid and interesting. The voice acting is quite good. The music is very good.

    There are some technical bugs. Unless you are obsessed with such things, it isn't enough of an issue to mar this otherwise solid experience. If you are going to cry about pop-in or dynamic resolution scaling, and you're incapable of appreciating the forest because you're too focused on a few trees, then look elsewhere (and maybe reevaluate how you interact with games and media).

    It's not a PERFECT game, but it is well worth it. The review-bombing is absurd. The man-babies mewling about "woke culture" and "defeminized" characters are morons. Full stop. Wasting any more effort refuting their whining isn't worthwhile at all.
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  79. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This title can be represented in 3 simple words: mammoth, extreme and maniacal care. The game is not only next gen but at times it seems to have set new standards for the next gen. The visual sector is a scream and the audio sector takes advantage of the tempest system. Incredible fluidity in the gameplay and the numerous variety of machines to be able to face. Title that is a candidateThis title can be represented in 3 simple words: mammoth, extreme and maniacal care. The game is not only next gen but at times it seems to have set new standards for the next gen. The visual sector is a scream and the audio sector takes advantage of the tempest system. Incredible fluidity in the gameplay and the numerous variety of machines to be able to face. Title that is a candidate hands down to win the Goty. Expand
  80. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This kind of game happens when a developer takes their time to get things right. The relationships progress naturally and the story continues beautifully. They have improved some of the weapons and fight mechanics, and retained the best of the last game. Bravo!
  81. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Horizon forbidden west is an absolute masterpiece ! It is way better than the first one in terms of gameplay, graphics, works design, story. I absolutely enjoyed playing this game from the beginning till the end.
  82. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    A comunidade gamer do Brasil, vem se tornando desprecível...
    E muitos destes não servem tampouco para qualquer coisa! Não é possível que haja algum adulto dentre esses que estão nagativando o jogo.
  83. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    HFW is a gold gate for the new sony console. The history, jogability and the the scenarios are spectacular, it's a happiness to be able to witness the evolution of the games of this level, in addition to starring a girl who inspires and makes us want to play this beautiful story more, congratulations guerrilla.
  84. Feb 22, 2022
    4
    Seriously wtf!!! I have encountered alot of game bugs within this very beautiful game.... I wonder how much can be fixed with a patch or how long we will have to endure. I'm not even close to beating this game and i will change my score when fxed. For now 4/10. Please fix this game!!!
  85. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    The first part was amazing and this one is just better

    Ignore Xbox crying boys reviews
  86. Feb 22, 2022
    8
    Overall a very enjoyable experience. The reason it isn't higher score for me are the NPC interactions. There is improvement since zero dawn. But I still prefer the gibberish voices from NPC's from Nintendo games over these awkward interactions.
  87. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Jogo espetacular , superou o primeiro em tudo , a história é muito boa . Superou minhas expectativas.
  88. Feb 22, 2022
    2
    Continuous bugs..the character disappears under the ground...he appears skating....tremendous downgrade of what they showed in the first videos months ago....and fog that covers everything..... how much money have many websites received from Sony to leave this game so well in the reviews?..the bugs of Cyberpunk were criticized a lot...and the many bugs of this game are hidden!!!!....Continuous bugs..the character disappears under the ground...he appears skating....tremendous downgrade of what they showed in the first videos months ago....and fog that covers everything..... how much money have many websites received from Sony to leave this game so well in the reviews?..the bugs of Cyberpunk were criticized a lot...and the many bugs of this game are hidden!!!!....

    How can they charge what they charge for a game in this state?
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  89. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a finely crafted game which, even if it's not as groundbreaking as the first instance, deserves a top grade. Expand
  90. Feb 22, 2022
    0
    Jogo bonito o problema e os bugs nas missões principais ai só reiniciando o jogo e perco todo o progresso
  91. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    El juego es una pasada, llevo 30 horas jugadas y sigo con la boca abierta, y disfrutando cada minuto. Si te gustó el primero este te encantará, porque mejora y amplía la fórmula.
  92. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Best ps5 game technically, and best gave I've ever played. I think it's genuinely the adult version of Breath of The Wild in terms of similar mechanics but more violent/mature. It's somewhat bland cqc combat and technical issues (like gamma issues while turning or the fuzzy grain and popin of object in performance mode) are the only thing that lower it to a 9 to me but the game is worthBest ps5 game technically, and best gave I've ever played. I think it's genuinely the adult version of Breath of The Wild in terms of similar mechanics but more violent/mature. It's somewhat bland cqc combat and technical issues (like gamma issues while turning or the fuzzy grain and popin of object in performance mode) are the only thing that lower it to a 9 to me but the game is worth playing to anyone who loves BoTW at all and an astonishing achievement and will be the new baseline for what games can look like. Expand
  93. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    All around great game with a good lead character no soapy love story and hours of enjoyable game play
  94. Feb 22, 2022
    5
    This game is just DLC story is short and is worst the then HZD fill with side quest that think you got you money worth but 100% this game only took me 20 hours. there are some good things like gameplay improvements but that it. I wound any buy if you're a died hard HZD.

    Just don't believe died hard PlayStation fanboys that say this in a perfect game when it not and that literally the
    This game is just DLC story is short and is worst the then HZD fill with side quest that think you got you money worth but 100% this game only took me 20 hours. there are some good things like gameplay improvements but that it. I wound any buy if you're a died hard HZD.

    Just don't believe died hard PlayStation fanboys that say this in a perfect game when it not and that literally the first big game that they play in months.

    Update: so, after playing it a second time I encountered some bug and frame rate problems with that game just be careful when playing.
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  95. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Cambio demasiado desde el anterior horizon y me encanta, la inmersidad del mundo es increíble
  96. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    I've been playing HFW on my buddies PS5 and it is one of the best open world games I've ever played. The visuals are stunning and nothing like I've ever seen before. The game mechanics, story progression, side missions, characters, and the world itself has been improved from HZD. I've been playing on performance mode and although the visuals take a slight hit, it's still the bestI've been playing HFW on my buddies PS5 and it is one of the best open world games I've ever played. The visuals are stunning and nothing like I've ever seen before. The game mechanics, story progression, side missions, characters, and the world itself has been improved from HZD. I've been playing on performance mode and although the visuals take a slight hit, it's still the best looking game I've played to date. The game starts off just as you would playing HZD but after a certain point, it takes off into it's own direction and keeps you engaged the rest of the experience. Side missions were so well thought out that I thought I was on a main line quest. Plus, side missions are meaningful quests that help you move the story, and especially, progression forward. Many games you can skip the side missions and you wouldn't miss them after rolling credits but in HFW, you would be doing a disservice if you skipped the side missions. And, they're a ton of fun, too. Overall, this is one of the best games I've ever played and I've been gaming my whole life (in my 40s now). Expand
  97. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Much like Zero Dawn Horizon Forbidden West if summed up into one word to describe this game / series is simply put as SPECIAL. Both games are a treat to the gaming world and it's certainly a shame that this cannot be experienced on anything except a Sony console and this is coming from a Sony fanboy. Forbidden West nailed what it set out to achieve even if it's less interesting from aMuch like Zero Dawn Horizon Forbidden West if summed up into one word to describe this game / series is simply put as SPECIAL. Both games are a treat to the gaming world and it's certainly a shame that this cannot be experienced on anything except a Sony console and this is coming from a Sony fanboy. Forbidden West nailed what it set out to achieve even if it's less interesting from a story standpoint in my option every other aspect to the sequel has been improved on. Expand
  98. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    All these virgins mad that the games isn't throwing racial slurs and alloy isn't a cast member of mean girls. But back to the game it's great, some of the parkour is ass in areas and the random black screens with some bugs here amd there but that's the only thing keeping it from a 10.
  99. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    It would be such a shame to rate the game low for a temporary performance issue. They are clearly working to fix it and have already fixed a bunch. Relax. The game is an absolute masterpiece and so much fun. It has so much variety and just looks incredible. It feels incredible to play. Possibly the most fun possible game. The story is intense, character development is great, and the combatIt would be such a shame to rate the game low for a temporary performance issue. They are clearly working to fix it and have already fixed a bunch. Relax. The game is an absolute masterpiece and so much fun. It has so much variety and just looks incredible. It feels incredible to play. Possibly the most fun possible game. The story is intense, character development is great, and the combat is only rivaled by GoW. Expand
  100. Feb 22, 2022
    10
    I really loved Horizon zero dawn and the second game is as well amazing. The graphic is so good looking, it runs without framedrops on PS5. The story is interesting so far and there is a lot of side content! I am 25 hours into the game and have only completed 15% of the game. Can't understand the 0 points reviews honestly.
Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 127 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. 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. 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.
  3. 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.