Horizon Forbidden West

 PlayStation 5
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10308 Ratings

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  1. Lozaham167
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Un juego precio, divertido, tiene una gran historia y te deja enganchando hasta terminar el juego. Lo recomiendo excelente juego.
  2. davymann
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    I love this game so much, even tho my frame do drop a little bit from time to time its still gorgeous and the story is better than the last game.
  3. Alman43
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Is overall a amazing game game with few bugs. However, the bug I get is framers rate drops in a few area randomly so bad I have to restart the game
  4. Raychel_META
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Insanely beautiful continuation, with a very dynamic and addictive gameplay. A game that will not leave you indifferent to it after passing.
  5. Devildog151
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Perfect game all around. The graphics are the best I’ve seen on a console and the gameplay with the adaptive triggers is addictive. Perfection.
  6. Tecneek
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    I can’t tell you the last time a game has grabbed me like Horizon: Forbidden West. The more I play it, the more I fall in love. Simply put its a massive upgrade over the original, and one of the best Open World games I’ve played, and I’ve played them all. Story is great and the acting is really impressive. Guerrilla outdid themselves with this sequel. Phenomenal game in every aspect. IfI can’t tell you the last time a game has grabbed me like Horizon: Forbidden West. The more I play it, the more I fall in love. Simply put its a massive upgrade over the original, and one of the best Open World games I’ve played, and I’ve played them all. Story is great and the acting is really impressive. Guerrilla outdid themselves with this sequel. Phenomenal game in every aspect. If you own a PlayStation, DO NOT pass this up!… Expand
  7. walisonkz98
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Jogo Maravilhoso, gameplay viciantes, gráficos mais bonitos feitos ate hoje em um jogo de mundo aberto, cada área do jogo e uma obra de arte, historia muito boa estou com um pouco mais de 12 horas de jogo e não consigo para de jogar já e platina garantida, só paro pq tenho que ir trabalhar, valeu cada centavo que paguei na pré-venda, da para ver que a Guerrilla teve muito carinho e amorJogo Maravilhoso, gameplay viciantes, gráficos mais bonitos feitos ate hoje em um jogo de mundo aberto, cada área do jogo e uma obra de arte, historia muito boa estou com um pouco mais de 12 horas de jogo e não consigo para de jogar já e platina garantida, só paro pq tenho que ir trabalhar, valeu cada centavo que paguei na pré-venda, da para ver que a Guerrilla teve muito carinho e amor pela sua obra, um jogo que foi totalmente escrito em seguida e não uma historia para apenas encher linguiça, cada maquina cada personagem cada detalhe, e simplesmente maravilhoso, otimo desempenho no ps5, pequenos bugs nada que atrapalhe na gameplay e tenho certeza que a Guerrilla esta trabalhando para deixar mais incrível ainda, recomendo a todos uma experiências que todos amantes de video game deve ter na vida.… Expand
  8. OblivionStardus
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    This game is it's fantastic and fresh as the first one and even better. The combat is so much fun, having to shoot a giant machine gun off of a giant rampaging metallic dinosaur to weaken it and make the fight a little easier is awesome. Or maybe removing an antenna off an enemy to prevent it from calling and reinforcements. The game is very well done
  9. NottaBot
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    The game does a tremendous job of expanding on the original! Impeccable graphics, cut scenes are well thought out and character animations are some of the best ive ever seen. 10/10!
  10. Nickkshpp
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    All maps and quest are interesting, graphic is the best for RPG fame on this generation
  11. santahaze
    Feb 21, 2022
    2
    Combat and movement is clunky and more of tedious task than fun. Way to much dialogue for side quests. Story is bland and just boring. Overall game feels more tedious than anything and repetitive.
  12. Chevrand
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Tecnicamente muito bonito, rodando muito bem no ps5 modo desempenho... estou com cerca de 10 hs de jogo e sem bugs . Jogabilidade muito boa, com varias melhorias no combate corpo a corpo... pra quem gostou do primeiro, esse é obrigatório... se não gostou ... passa longes .. é muito parecido.. o que é uma vantagem
  13. Turbo123
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This game is a MASTERPIECE amazing in every way, cannot stop playing,everyone needs to have this unbelievable experience on a video game love it thank you Guerrilla and thank you Sony for this masterpiece love your dedication and hard work.
  14. Sannikov123
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Best Game so far for the PS 5 !! With Ratchet and Clank together the best Graphics.When you liked the first Game this one you will love. For me a 9/10 but give a 10 cause of the 0‘os from people that clearly didn’t played the game.
  15. AlexIs-1
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Un gran y ambicioso videojuego;excelso en todo sus apartados técnicos,la gran magnitud del mapa y la historia, grandes batallas contra las maquinas y contra las diferentes tribus,la sensación de estar en un mundo salvaje es impresionante.Un videojuego de inmensa calidad que jamás la competencia podrá tener e igualar. ¡Épico!
  16. Svgg
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Fun game play, good story, and great graphics. There really isn't anything missing from this game.
  17. DAVIDROBERTSON1
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Such a well designed and detailed game, guerrilla games always brings high level work. The new game mechanics are amazing. And it looks and plays incredible on PS5.
  18. Cfcarrabine
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    This game is what a squeal should be. There are many improvements to many aspects from the first game, while still also being the same amazing game the first one was without over-complicating things. For example, the skill tree was fine from the first game, but they have made it amazing with how many skills you can unlock and how it's laid out. The melee combat is actually useful nowThis game is what a squeal should be. There are many improvements to many aspects from the first game, while still also being the same amazing game the first one was without over-complicating things. For example, the skill tree was fine from the first game, but they have made it amazing with how many skills you can unlock and how it's laid out. The melee combat is actually useful now compared to the first. The side quests are absolutely amazing, they are like stories of their own with each one being unique and there is still plenty for you to do. There are several reviews on here comparing it to a Ubisoft open-world game where they make the map huge with nothing to do. Horizon Forbidden West is the opposite, there is so much to do that it can sometimes be overwhelming. I have played about 15 hours so far and I am not even in the forbidden west yet, I am constantly getting distracted by things like; contracts, side quests, errands, ruin puzzles, and much much more.

    The combat-
    The combat in this game is really up to opinion. I can understand why some people don't like it. I personally really enjoy it and all I can say about is that it is sort of like the combat in Monster Hunter. So, if you like elemental-based combat like Monster Hunter you are going to enjoy the combat here.

    The graphics-
    Wow. This is where the game shines the most, literally, my PS4 that I am playing from 2013 is about to blow up because of how good this game looks. I am still so surprised that a game looks this good running on a console from almost 10 years ago. Everything from the tiny leaves that move out of your way when you are walking through the forest to the lighting coming over a mountain pass. Every game I play Graphics is the one of the biggest factors for me and these graphics are the best I have ever seen (Considering that the game is running on the same engine as death stranding, another really good looking game, it makes sense).

    The enemies-
    In total there are 43 unique machines which is a huge step-up from 26 in the original. However, almost every machine has different variants to them, making each variant different to fight each time compared to fight the same machine the same way each time.

    Side content-
    There is a lot of it, and I mean a lot. If you took all of the side content from this game you could make your own game. Some of the side content is less out in the open compared to some of the others, so it forces you to explore the world that is so meticulously crafted. Some of this content is locked until you progress the story, so keep that in mind.

    The story-
    I haven't gotten through the entire story, but so far I really like it. Keep in mind that you will most likely need to play the first game to understand some of it (or you could just look at a story recap on YouTube). Now, some people may not enjoy the story because it can be hard to understand in some places and also very Sci-Fi.

    The bad-
    Here is why I have given it a 9 out of 10 instead of a 10 out of 10. There are quite a few bugs I have encountered. None of these are game-breaking just a slight inconvenience. Earlier today I encountered a bug where there was an enemy inside of the wall and sometimes plants spawn in walls too. But, overall nothing to bad just quite a few of them (not Cyberpunk level though).

    Verdict-
    I cannot possibly describe everything that has been improved on or added in this game in 5,000 characters. So, to cut it short, if you like combat like monster hunter where you have to pay attention to each enemy's element type and you like Sci-Fi (and especially if you like the original). You should really consider buying this game. I also think that once the developers update the game a few times it will be a solid 10 out of 10.

    Very minor spoilers below!

    Update: I have been reading some of the (real) negative reviews and I am going to address 3 common complaints I have found. The bugs- I agree with mostly everyone leaving negative reviews about the bugs, the bugs are pretty bad in this game, but I have a high tolerance for bugs but some people don't which is understandable. The story- As I state above the story is all opinion based so you will have to decide for yourself. The "lack" of content- Many people have stated that there is a lack of content in this game and I strongly disagree. Other than main quest in this game there is; side quest, errands, jobs, salvage contracts, hunting grounds, melee pit, rebel camps, rebel outpost, relic ruins, tall necks, cauldrons, gauntlet runs, collectables, and one more I have yet to unlock. Much of this side content is unique and some of the side quest even have full on story lines. Each of these take at least 15 minutes to complete and some of the side quest take over an hour to complete.

    (Go check out Gameranxs, before you buy, it is a really well made video and it tells more about the game than in this review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCCKH6qYLKo)    … Expand
  19. gwasson81
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Finally out and love it even better than the 1st. Simply fun gameplay. It makes my ps5 shine!
  20. Tylergoat6
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Best looking ps5 game yet. The best open world game I have ever played. Salty Xbox players trying to review bomb
  21. Reindolf
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    I figure if people can rate 0/10 to intentionally try and lower a game's score then I can give a 10/10 rating despite never having played it :)
  22. pepelu20
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Increible, una vez mas Sony y Guerrilla Games sacan un juego que destaca en todo; historia, jugabilidad y el apartado grafico, simplemente impresionante.
  23. yuri666
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    Foi melhorado . Mais máquinas mas usos das máquinas em furtividade . Deixou a desejar , tenho em plena ciência que criadora . Não prometeu isso . Enfim . Na saída da água o cabelo da Eloy entra seco e sai seco. Como no 1 lamentável.
  24. Galen_Marek_
    Feb 21, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can't believe this thing is full of bugs in every part of the game, some NPCs look like a videogame from the 90's, the game is full of mist and i can jump parts from the game because is full of bugs.… Expand
  25. edual
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Guerilla had one mission with this game: improving and expanding in drastic ways what was initialized in the first game of the series. Horizon Forbidden West is probably one of the best open-world videogames ever made, with a vastness very well crafted that makes every corner worth exploring
  26. Hepcat1574
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un juego increíble con un mundo abierto enorme, lleno de vida, algunos bugs como cualquier juego de mundo abierto, pero todos menores nada importante, las misiones secundarias son buenas al estilo the witcher 3, buenas historias poco repetitivas, llevo 20 horas de juego y apenas llevo un 30% del mapa, vi muchos comentarios de gente que supuestamente ya se pasó el juego jajaja esa gente es fanboy, un juego tan grande y lleno de vida no se puede pasar en 20 horas o 30 horas, hay q dedicarle tiempo y aprecio al mundo que han creado, las peleas son dinámicas, casi todos los animales tienen movimientos muy distintos al pelear, las misiones principales son buenas y el juego te incita a explorar, los gráficos son increíbles, sin duda el juego con mejores gráficos de la generación de momento, lo de la niebla es cuestión de gustos, se ve genial en muchos momentos en otros no tanto pero el juego en si es impactante, totalmente recomendado… Expand
  27. ZiggyD
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Engaging story, excellent graphics, and balanced combat. Combined with a well designed skill tree and interesting side quests, errands, and of course the main story line. An improvement over the already- impressive first installment.
  28. Carlitosret7
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Hermoso juego .. gran secuela .. Este juego debe ir en toda colección de todo fan de los videojuegos.
  29. renderZblack
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Comecei a jogar e a primeira coisa que reparei com todo mundo (eu acho) o gráfico que gráfico lindo, cheio de detalhes, a jogabilidade foi um pouco melhorada e os novos recursos que podemos usar dentro do jogo como os dois tipos de foco, temos também a árvore de abilidades que tá gigante, e eu gostei por que a movimentação está melhor por causa do Hook e do planador.… Expand
  30. oHubner
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This is amazing, GG thought of many details and brought a nice evolution to the new title. Exploring the forbidden west is wonderful, every moment I find myself taking pictures of beautiful places, truly breathtaking.
  31. GMR_Play
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    US: A natural evolution... If you liked HZD game you will certainly like HFW. Graphically the game is impressive, it has a few problems, which is normal for a big open world release. Satisfying mechanics, a very pleasant soundtrack and a highly engaging narrative, it's worth it!

    BR: Uma evolução natural... Se você gostou HZD game certamente vai gostar de HFW. Graficamente o jogo é    US: A natural evolution... If you liked HZD game you will certainly like HFW. Graphically the game is impressive, it has a few problems, which is normal for a big open world release. Satisfying mechanics, a very pleasant soundtrack and a highly engaging narrative, it's worth it!

    BR: Uma evolução natural... Se você gostou HZD game certamente vai gostar de HFW. Graficamente o jogo é impressionante, possui alguns poucos problemas, o que é normal em um grande lançamento de mundo aberto. Mecânicas satisfatórias, trilha sonora muito agradável e uma narrativa altamente envolvente, vale muito a pena!    … Expand
  32. RaveDave
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    Graphical an awesome game that needs a bit more polish in the movement and camera section
  33. johnniebod
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Almost perfect! The story (in my opinion) feels a little old. I know it's a direct sequel and thus a continuation but hard to live up to the originality of the first. Beautiful graphics on my old, launch day PS4 so I can imagine how pretty it is on a pro or PS5. Worth all of the waiting!
  34. CaxistaToxic
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, best history of the world of games, fluid gameplay, no pop-ins, no bugs, i can't stop playing, this is the game of my life, i don't know how i survive without this game
  35. Jayinc06
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Guerrilla Games has done it again. Horizon Forbidden West is just as stunning and marvelous as Horizon Zero Dawn. 11/10 recommend this game!
  36. Gealdyr
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West is absolutely perfect on PS5! I have not enjoyed gaming like this since I was a child! The world is so beautiful! And the story aswell! Just wait till you get to the Utaru capital! It’s absolutely breathtaking!
  37. WarriorGODs
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Não há como se decepcionar com esse game, quem jogou o primeiro e gostou pode esperar uma melhora gigantesca em relação a tudo nessa continuação! Jogo maravilhoso!
  38. Mjimenez
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Real next gen game.
    Podemos sentir a atenção e cuidado nos detalhes. Gameplay imersivo e melhor que Zero Dawn.
  39. Lods485
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O Jogo está incrível, tanto no quesito de história como mecânica, estou apaixonado por ele e está sendo incrível a experiência a Guerrilla Games está de parabéns, que jogo sensacional… Expand
  40. Victoria-Gaming
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Guerrilla Games has out done themselves once again! From the realistic life likeness of the water in the streams, rivers and ocean to every piece of vegetation you make contact with, the beautiful world of Horizon Forbidden West springs to life in your living room. Truly a work of art it felt like I was sucked into a whole new world through my TV, and this is how gaming should make youGuerrilla Games has out done themselves once again! From the realistic life likeness of the water in the streams, rivers and ocean to every piece of vegetation you make contact with, the beautiful world of Horizon Forbidden West springs to life in your living room. Truly a work of art it felt like I was sucked into a whole new world through my TV, and this is how gaming should make you feel. With this immense attention to detail it can easily be said that HFW is the best looking game made in the last decade. Setting aside the Beautiful graphics. The gameplay has greatly one upped its predecessor when it comes to the open world. Wether you are climbing/scaling the mountainous terrains(Grappler), diving down deep into underwater caverns or taking to the skies soaring across the beautiful architecture HFW makes you feel like there is truly no place you can’t go. That’s not all, an upgraded fighting style/new techniques using spear and bow combos and a new assortment of fun weapons to choose from, gives Aloy the feel of being fully customizable to any new encounters you might face. As of right now, Horizon Forbidden West can easily take Game Of The Year for 2022. I recommend even the most skeptical to pick this beautiful work of art up and let it take you onto an adventure in this generations brand new world of gaming!… Expand
  41. GazaReef
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Big improvement on the first game and that was excellent!
    A lot of care has been put into improving the things that were a little lacking in the first taking this game up the scores.
    I see the jealousy of some Xbox fanboys have reviewed bombed it to death which is sad! How can you give a game like this a zero? Haters gonna hate! PlayStation players don’t have time to do that, too busy    Big improvement on the first game and that was excellent!
    A lot of care has been put into improving the things that were a little lacking in the first taking this game up the scores.
    I see the jealousy of some Xbox fanboys have reviewed bombed it to death which is sad!
    How can you give a game like this a zero?
    Haters gonna hate!
    PlayStation players don’t have time to do that, too busy playing all these great games LMFAO    … Expand
  42. Islanderrican
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    this is such a gorgeous game that improves so mush over zero dawn. the swimming mechanic ads a whole new world to the game and feels great
  43. OrlandoSouza
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Melhor jogo que eu joguei até o momento , história , gráficos trilha sonora , jogabilidade tudo
  44. llehboy
    Feb 21, 2022
    1
    While the game play is fun, that all it has.
    There's way to much dialogue and cutscenes that's constantly going on, to actually enjoy the game,
    It's well to the point, that one must question as to if this is even a playable game. it feels that for every minute of gameplay that there's an hour of cutscenes. game dev need to learn that a game isn't a movie, and to actually let people be    While the game play is fun, that all it has.
    There's way to much dialogue and cutscenes that's constantly going on, to actually enjoy the game,
    It's well to the point, that one must question as to if this is even a playable game. it feels that for every minute of gameplay that there's an hour of cutscenes. game dev need to learn that a game isn't a movie, and to actually let people be able to play the game.    … Expand
  45. shenzito
    Feb 21, 2022
    4
    If you like constantly being nagged by politics in your game by an unlikeable protagonist, this game is okay. Save your money for Elden Ring and have fun without having nonsense shoved down your throat all the time.

    There is tons of pop-in and some crash bugs too.
  46. Dreader
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Sony outdid themselves. Even better than the first. I hope there will be DLC for this one too.
  47. Nxri
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Simplemente un juego hermoso! Quizá aún no lo juego en Playstation 5, pero Playstation 4 me sorprende los bien que se ve! Valla gran trabajo por parte de guerrilla
  48. Akuma72387
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    This is a definite upgrade from one. I'm gonna take a guess and say the people having problems with performance mode have something else going on. A TV problem, the console is overheating due to poor ventilation, ps4 instead of ps5... something. I have almost 24 hrs in the game and the worst I have seen was a black screen flashed when I fast traveled. I have only played the game inThis is a definite upgrade from one. I'm gonna take a guess and say the people having problems with performance mode have something else going on. A TV problem, the console is overheating due to poor ventilation, ps4 instead of ps5... something. I have almost 24 hrs in the game and the worst I have seen was a black screen flashed when I fast traveled. I have only played the game in performance mode on a 4k TV with 120hz and my ps5 has handled it just like it should. No shuddering, no falling through the map, I got a charger stuck on a cliff once but thats the closest I came. The game deserves atleast a 7 but I'm gonna give it an 8 because I don't like the change to Aloys face… Expand
  49. Ufalz
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This game is the most good looking game i ever seen, it has beautiful facial exprecion and detail
  50. juanjfs07
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Um jogo lindo de aventura com desafios incríveis ... Gráficos impressionantes ... Que tiver o PS 5 irá ficar impressionado com os gráficos....
  51. Jbird0118
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Plays great haven't finished the story but alright so far. Graphically one of the best games I've played.
  52. Nhes23frias
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lots of Xbots here crying trying to destroy this game hahaha cry xbots.. xbox can't compete with ps. go to your gamepass haha… Expand
  53. KLSG
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    10/10 Xbox is jealous as always And they have a good reason to be! Game of The year (title that no **** game will every get)
  54. YourGuru
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    This game is a showcase of a talented gaming studio Guerrilla out did a masterpiece with this sequel. It’s a beautiful game with many interacting systems. The machine AI are aware of surroundings and they react with so many different actions moves and it’s incredible to watch. The NPCs or side characters look amazing and I LOVE Horizons dedication to showing so much diversity in the game.This game is a showcase of a talented gaming studio Guerrilla out did a masterpiece with this sequel. It’s a beautiful game with many interacting systems. The machine AI are aware of surroundings and they react with so many different actions moves and it’s incredible to watch. The NPCs or side characters look amazing and I LOVE Horizons dedication to showing so much diversity in the game. It looks like every character was designed individually and someone care to do the work. The controller feedback on the game adds to the experience. Oh and did I forget the mention ITS BEAUTIFUL not to mention the cut scenes. This game is the perfect example of doing it right. I’ve seen a few bugs but it doesn’t break immersion. There are NO MTX and I will support this games DLC as well. This is a must play for any PS5 owner and fan of grade A gaming!!!… Expand
  55. angelv577
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Best guerilla game by far. best graphics this gen. main quest and side quest are far ahead horizom zero dawn. Goty for sure!!!
  56. NecroDelirious
    Feb 21, 2022
    7
    This game need some technical work, performance mode gets the dynamic resolution pretty low sometimes it's distracting, i had to toggle to 30 fps at every cutscene, the game it self it's pretty fun, the new mechanics and the new equipment are great, if the game gets fixed my real score would be 8.5
  57. Rafajosecb13
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Uma das melhores histórias e universo de ficção científica já criados em qualquer mídia. Aloy é muito carismática. Personagens bem detalhados. Missões secundárias interessantes recompensadoras. Mundo aberto vivo e cheio de atividades. Gameplay fluído e divertido. Gráficos lindos e com paisagens e biomas estonteantes. Enfim, mais uma obra prima da Playstation.
  58. jeffsaw1
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, I'm gonna platinum this bad boy. I haven't have any bugs so far, and this game will take me more than 3 months to completed.
  59. Gamblez00r
    Feb 21, 2022
    4
    This is without any questions a very beautiful game, robots design is a masterpiece! But it lacks so much in everything else. Boring grinding, annoying sidequests, uninteresting characters and poorly presented story. It is just plain boring to play this game...
  60. Syanna-evie
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game is great. Couple graphical hiccups. Especially in desert with sandstorm robots and combat all going at once. Otherwise phenomenal.… Expand
  61. BrokenBokeh
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    The vibrant world and gorgeous vistas Horizon Forbidden West sports is breathtaking enough that I find myself halting my hunting to just enjoy a sunrise or listen to people sing or watching two robo-animals interact from my hiding spot in the grass.

    I enjoy open world games, but I personally get exhausted going through barren wastelands. Fallout and Dying Light are excellent games, but    The vibrant world and gorgeous vistas Horizon Forbidden West sports is breathtaking enough that I find myself halting my hunting to just enjoy a sunrise or listen to people sing or watching two robo-animals interact from my hiding spot in the grass.

    I enjoy open world games, but I personally get exhausted going through barren wastelands. Fallout and Dying Light are excellent games, but after an hour in dreary, post-apocalyptic environments, I need to take a break. I love the theming and narrative of post apocalyptic games, but get burned out on the aesthetic. Horizon threads the needle for me here, because it manages to tell the engaging post-civilization collapse stories I love, but wow me with picturesque landscapes and engaging animalistic enemy designs.

    The enemy designs combining weak spots, with elemental resists/weakness, and removable weapons/abilities really make each combat encounter feel unique and on Very Hard, require slightly different strategies (I can't just place 20 traps down in the same spot like in the first game).

    I am only half-way through the campaign, but I thoroughly enjoy the story. It hits on a lot of personal touchpoints that make it subjectively very engaging. The introduction of new tribes that all have local, ecological specific idioms mixed in with their language along with the unique costuming and set designs make them each feel unique, even if they are just a short charger ride away.

    I see a lot of reviews listing issues with bugs and performance. I'm playing the PS5 version on a 1080p display and the only bug I've encounter so far was the combo tutorial fight pits listing incorrect inputs. I don't know what performance is like at 4k, but on resolution mode, there was only one or two noticeable dips bellow 60 fps.

    If you liked the first game, you will probably continue to enjoy Forbidden West. There's nothing revolutionarily new in the sequel, but the small improvements and inclusions were worth the $60 for me to jump back into this world again. Or if you just enjoy Alloy's story, so far this proves to be a fulfilling next step.

    Thanks Guerrilla and everyone involved in the loving production of this game! It has become one of my favorite franchises overnight.    … Expand
  62. Charls34
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una experiencia audiovisual como ninguna otra Horizon forbidden west redefine lo que es un juego AAA mejora absolutamente en todos los apartados a su primera parte y da alegria ver el salto que ha dado el mundo de los videojuegos con este referente grafico… Expand
  63. martinscavalo
    Feb 21, 2022
    3
    O jogo é muito bonito e colorido, tem bons gráficos mas é do mesmo jogo anteriro, as missoes são quase parecidas, tudo do mesmo fora os bugs que tem muitos, esperava algo bem melhor mas a Guerrilha ficou devendo um pouco, faltou mais ação.
  64. Jstone4646
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    People sayings it's buggy and unplayable...I don't see that. I am playing on PS5 so if PS4 users are seeing issues I cannot speak to that. Story is good in my opinion. It has depth to it, a lot more than the original game. Yes gameplay is repetitive but it is fast paced action. My recommendation is not to use Story mode. It is far too easy and takes combat elements out of the gamePeople sayings it's buggy and unplayable...I don't see that. I am playing on PS5 so if PS4 users are seeing issues I cannot speak to that. Story is good in my opinion. It has depth to it, a lot more than the original game. Yes gameplay is repetitive but it is fast paced action. My recommendation is not to use Story mode. It is far too easy and takes combat elements out of the game entirely. PS5 version with a properly tuned 4K TV (LG C9) I have zero graphics issues and it looks fantastic.… Expand
  65. Ilhams150390
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West is one of Sony's MASTERPIECE games in 2022, why???

    1. Very beautiful and great graphic quality
    2. Awesome mechanic
    3. New kinds of robots
    4. Has a very good combat system
    5. Have a wide world view

    One of the contenders at the 2022 Game of the Year award
  66. AlexAmetius
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    The sequel is a lot better than the original. Developers made a huge progress since the first part! Best game of the year so far. IMHO
  67. Pivatto
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito bom jogo, gráficos sensacionais, jogabilidade perfeita, história envolvente. Vale cada centavo investido.… Expand
  68. Hugofgomes
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um ótimo jogo, ele me surpreendeu muito com os seus gráficos, uma história incrível … Expand
  69. MrGizmo182
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    An incredible open world game. It expands on the lore from the first and introduces more brilliant characters. Visuals, gameplay and sound are all top tier. A special mention to the whole design team as the characters and world are absolutely stunning.
  70. johnny_mania
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. Have been playing on the PS5 and the graphics are amazing. Storytelling is so amazing. Great game so far!
  71. Tryshasla
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    A substantial improvement over Zero Dawn in almost every conceivable way. This is the most impressive open world game as of February 2022
  72. KojimbaMDN
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Undoubtedly the best game that I've ever played. The level of detail and design makes it a perfect game for me. Everything screams quality. Grapichs, music, design, combat, gameplay, story, and a lot more.
  73. Wccesar
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Jogo incrível . Nada parecido em outros jogos amei, adorei . Parabéns Guerrilha games , parabéns Sony PlayStation.
  74. amarosa
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    A guerrilha a cada jogo evoluindo, esse jogo é maravilhoso os mundo os personagens a cada animal diferenciado no jogo as máquinas etc simplesmente fantástico eu recomendo a todos, até para os caixistas invejosos!!!
  75. Foxmind44
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    This game is exactly what it intends to be and it looks absolutely breathtaking every frame. That being said it can use a patch sooner than later.
  76. Dannymarz
    Feb 21, 2022
    1
    I really wanted to like this Horizon but it didn’t click for me. It’s also very buggy. I really thought the graphics would be better but it barely looks better than Zero Dawn. Very disappointing.
  77. Kricri
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    WHY IS THE GAMER COMMUNITY THE ONLY ONE WHERE USER RATING DOES NOT WORK?? HATERS ARE RUINING METACRITIC SCORING, WHICH IS DAMAGING FOR EVERYONE… WHAT IS THE POINT ??
  78. Willofthway
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This is a fantastic game. The character models, motion capture, dialogue, and questlines are (so far) amazing. I'm really enjoying it. Fantastic game, and it avoids a lot of the pitfalls of sequels.
  79. ARhollow
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    First of all, shame on Metacritic for allowing trolls and other console worshippers to review bomb games less then couple days out. Not just HFW, but Halo Infinite and other games in the past. Writing a zero review just because you don’t like the story is trolling and not valid. It’s sad that bunch of man children come in masses and review bomb every game because this website allows it andFirst of all, shame on Metacritic for allowing trolls and other console worshippers to review bomb games less then couple days out. Not just HFW, but Halo Infinite and other games in the past. Writing a zero review just because you don’t like the story is trolling and not valid. It’s sad that bunch of man children come in masses and review bomb every game because this website allows it and does not do anything to prevent it. Now that I got that out of the way, after playing since day 1, HFW takes everything wrong with the first game and takes it to a whole new level. One of the thing that impressed me are the meaningful side quests. The stories are very engaging and not just a fetch quests like the first game had. Also the variety in machines type is incredible. They added so many machines that you could create a separate Horzion game and call it Horizon Hunter (Monster Hunter reference). The graphics are beautiful obviously and looks a lot better then the first Horizon game. Not to mention the characters animations are phenomenal and night and day difference from the first.… Expand
  80. Jonath1984
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This game provides hours and hours of fun. i feel this time around the story is going hand in hand with the fun gameplay. playing this i remembered how much it was to knock off parts with the bow. stealth kill or over ride machines. hitting up cauldrons. The game is fun!!

    Since sony takes metacritic so seriously it should have psn integration to verify you OWN the game youre rating.    This game provides hours and hours of fun. i feel this time around the story is going hand in hand with the fun gameplay. playing this i remembered how much it was to knock off parts with the bow. stealth kill or over ride machines. hitting up cauldrons. The game is fun!!

    Since sony takes metacritic so seriously it should have psn integration to verify you OWN the game youre rating. the gaming community has its fair share of losers with the time to go on websites review bomb games they dont own.    … Expand
  81. Alucardthegreat
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I own a ps5 so unlike a lot of fake reviews coming from Xbox fanboys who don't own the game and are making up lying fake reviews to get the game to have a low score. That's childish. I hope metacritic stops the faker review bombs. I am a fan of the first game. I was excited to see all of the characters come back to assist Aloy. I currently play on resolution mode to see it in glorious 4k. This is probably one the best looking games of all time. I have not made it to the forbidden west because I am leveling up my weapons. They brought back the rechargeable armor from the first game but you have to do a series of scavenger quests to unlock it. All of the weapons seem the same so far well they have some new ones suck as you can throw the spear like a bomb javelin. I can't really go further because I am still at the beginning. I see that the sun king is in love with Aloy but it's like they don't want her to have a romantic relationship. This game so far is a masterpiece. Guerilla games has done it again.… Expand
  82. RockyMontana
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Sequel improves on an already impressive game in about every way. Pricing is messy, but this review is about the game not the poorly thought out pricing.
  83. R_Sandidge
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    My experience with Horizon has, so far, been a positive one! After waiting for years for a sequel I found Forbidden West meets almost all my requirements for a great continuation to the series, but it is just shy of perfect.

    The graphics are amazing, the sound design is wonderful, and the world feels well built and realized. My only major complaint the the further implementation of    My experience with Horizon has, so far, been a positive one! After waiting for years for a sequel I found Forbidden West meets almost all my requirements for a great continuation to the series, but it is just shy of perfect.

    The graphics are amazing, the sound design is wonderful, and the world feels well built and realized.

    My only major complaint the the further implementation of crafting mechanics. While featured in Zero Dawn also I feel FW takes those mechanics up to 11, and not in a way that helps game flow This Minor issue aside it is still a wonderful ride and I'd suggest it to anyone I know that loves great story, tight controls and an engaging world!    … Expand
  84. RafaelLeal
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    O melhor, o mais bonito jogo já feito, até agora para a nova geração. A Aloy está incrivel nessa nova aventura. Parabéns Sony e Guerrilla Games.
  85. Evil_Kikila
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Mil veces mejor que la guarreria incompleta de Falo infinite.
    Arder pileros!!
  86. Darth_Davey66
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing! I thought that the first was incredible but this one beats it by a landslide. So much to do! So much to see! And Aloy is the perfect video game protag. Sharp. Witty. Bi. The list goes on and on. I love this game. And I can not put it down. It has all kinds of inclusion and is very very well written. Anyone who likes open world games should go out and buy itThis game is amazing! I thought that the first was incredible but this one beats it by a landslide. So much to do! So much to see! And Aloy is the perfect video game protag. Sharp. Witty. Bi. The list goes on and on. I love this game. And I can not put it down. It has all kinds of inclusion and is very very well written. Anyone who likes open world games should go out and buy it immediately. I played on the PS4 pro with little to no issues. Some graphical glitches here and there. But it just came out. I mean, some games are still a mess way after release, but this one has plenty of polish. The developers are still working on the kinks, so don't worry too much. It's amazing. Love it!… Expand
  87. Labyuser
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    One of the best game I‘ve ever seen. The quality is on a high level with an exciting story and enjoyable Gameplay. They improved so much like for instance the graphic. Just the facial expressions of every single character in this game is breathtaking and arouses emotions.
  88. Lardz
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Un juego maravilloso, la jugabilidad con el dual sense del Playstation 5 es increíble, los detalles en los personajes, el desarrollo de la historia uff un master piece!
  89. kinomoto87
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing. All the time that I waited was compensated by this beautiful gameplay. The game impressive graphics, impressive animation and lip in sync and a wonderful gameplay that allows you to explore and and fight in a very smooth and precisely way! I do recommend!
  90. Endymion_Var
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    El juego es muy superior a su antecesor.
    Unos gráficos de infarto; Ni en PC hay algo igual, Animaciones muy fluidas, el detalle de las expresiones, un entorno lleno de vida, una iluminación y ambientación increíbles, los efectos de texturas en el movimiento del viento, las corrientes del agua y los reflejos del agua; si parecen reales, las batallas muy fluidas y el como se comporta con el    El juego es muy superior a su antecesor.
    Unos gráficos de infarto; Ni en PC hay algo igual, Animaciones muy fluidas, el detalle de las expresiones, un entorno lleno de vida, una iluminación y ambientación increíbles, los efectos de texturas en el movimiento del viento, las corrientes del agua y los reflejos del agua; si parecen reales, las batallas muy fluidas y el como se comporta con el entorno.    … Expand
  91. EvilBlondGoth
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    I did notice a slight delay in certain textures loading during the initial opening credits/scene but nothing emerson breaking. I really enjoyed the improvements made to inventory etc. I loved the story. As much as I love and have missed the game/world I would have like to had to have the option of buildingrelationships/friendships a bit deeper than causal flirtation and brief tag alongsI did notice a slight delay in certain textures loading during the initial opening credits/scene but nothing emerson breaking. I really enjoyed the improvements made to inventory etc. I loved the story. As much as I love and have missed the game/world I would have like to had to have the option of buildingrelationships/friendships a bit deeper than causal flirtation and brief tag alongs that ultimately serve no purpose because they goes no where. For me deepening those connection would have added some to the story telling.… Expand
  92. Alasor
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    People have to be trolling putting 0s on this game. I’m 30 hours in without any bugs or issues on performance mode. I’ve heard it has bugs but what game now days releases without them? I’m hooked, game is beautiful and vast with fun enough game play to make me want to grab everything in the game to extend gameplay.
  93. Leandrowhithe
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Obra prima! Um game lindo e bem polido... história fenomenal, gameplay deliciosa
  94. elraphael
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Poprzednia część bardzo mi przypadła do gustu, ale druga część tej gry to dosłowny opad szczęki.
    Jak ta gra wygląda to ile detali, efekty cząsteczkowe, efektowne walki z robotami. Ogólnie wszystko to co w poprzedniej części tylko poprawione, od grafiki, po mechanikę, czy prowadzenie historii, cudowna gra.
  95. Ryo86
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Those graphics and that story line... Goty contender imo! I love everything about this game
  96. Mortanius_lok
    Feb 21, 2022
    0
    Pourquoi se contenter d'un gameplay aussi classique, et d'un système d'exploration incohérent, l'assistanat omniprésente, la physique inexistante, l'interaction réduite à ouvrir les porte et escalader par points prédéfinis. Aucune gestion nécessaire de l'inventaire, on ramasse les objets à foison par réflexe sans savoir à quoi ça sert car il suffit d'appuyer sur deux touches pour fabriquerPourquoi se contenter d'un gameplay aussi classique, et d'un système d'exploration incohérent, l'assistanat omniprésente, la physique inexistante, l'interaction réduite à ouvrir les porte et escalader par points prédéfinis. Aucune gestion nécessaire de l'inventaire, on ramasse les objets à foison par réflexe sans savoir à quoi ça sert car il suffit d'appuyer sur deux touches pour fabriquer ses besoins, sans jamais être à court, pour un jeu qui se veut réaliste, tu as encore un partenaire visible aux ennemis mais ne se fait pas attaquer tant que Aloy reste à couvert. La progression assistée à fond... le jeu est beau, mais moi je suis là pour vivre une expérience interactive surprenante, pas pour contempler des paysages, pour cela, je prend ma voiture et vais voir la nature dans la vraie vie... le jeu vidéo est pour m'amuser et retrouver des interactions virtuelles jouissives, et pas pour avoir de beau panoramas et une progression ennuyeuse.… Expand
  97. Yakumo_NL
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game doing everything the first part did but then better.
    Amazing graphics, a lovely story and sweet gameplay.
    Highly recommend if you own a ps5.
  98. MAT_ZAR
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Na początku muszę nadmienić,że nie skończyłem jeszcze tej gry w całości,ale czuję że muszę się wypowiedzieć.Nie wiem,czemu Horizon został obsypany tak duża ilością negatywnych recenzji (prawdopodobnie i tak ludzi którzy nie grali w nią,ale każdy może mieć swoje zdanie).Może zielonych boli dupa,bo nie mają tak fajnych ekskluzywnych gier na swojej konsoli.Albo może po prostu ludzie mająNa początku muszę nadmienić,że nie skończyłem jeszcze tej gry w całości,ale czuję że muszę się wypowiedzieć.Nie wiem,czemu Horizon został obsypany tak duża ilością negatywnych recenzji (prawdopodobnie i tak ludzi którzy nie grali w nią,ale każdy może mieć swoje zdanie).Może zielonych boli dupa,bo nie mają tak fajnych ekskluzywnych gier na swojej konsoli.Albo może po prostu ludzie mają skłonność do wystawiania negatywnych recenzji-nie wiadomo.Moim skromnym zdaniem,nowy Horizon nie jest grą idealną,bo sam widziałem parę błędów,lekko się nudziłem na samym początku,jednak później wszystko nabrało tempa,i zacząłem się czuć jak ryba w wodzie podczas grania w te grę.Zachecam wszystkich,aby zagrali w tą grę,bo jest to można powiedzieć "bogata okładka"dla konsoli Sony.Oraz życzę fanom Xboksa równie dobrych ekskluzywnych gier na ich konsole;)… Expand
  99. Alex2504
    Feb 21, 2022
    0
    Non è possibile con la PlayStation 5 non avere 4k a 60 fps.... Speriamo che lascino presto sto peso della 4
  100. Boris-Barbaris
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    Мне совершенно не понравилась первая часть, но вторая вызывает очень положительные впечатления. Сюжет наконец перестал быть подростковой мутью, геймплей прокачали по всем фронтам, а визуал с музыкой выше всех похвал
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 127 Critic Reviews

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