Horizon Forbidden West

 PlayStation 5
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10308 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 729 out of 10308
  3. Negative: 1,763 out of 10308
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  1. ps_legacy88
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    Man, I don't know what is happening to my game. After I downloaded it, the game crashed three times while launch. The fourth time it opened but crashed in the loading screen. Then I thought the game files somehow corrupted, so I re-downloaded the game, but it still having issues while loading. So I went to my cousin that also has a ps5 to try to run the game, but even on his console theMan, I don't know what is happening to my game. After I downloaded it, the game crashed three times while launch. The fourth time it opened but crashed in the loading screen. Then I thought the game files somehow corrupted, so I re-downloaded the game, but it still having issues while loading. So I went to my cousin that also has a ps5 to try to run the game, but even on his console the game had problems loading. I don't know wtf is happening, I just hope the game files on the server are the problem and not our consoles, because I don't want to wait a month again for the Sony support to try to "fix" the console, and then send a new one.… Expand
  2. Mythical_Duck
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    One of PlayStation's Best exclusives yet, the most amazing and breath taking graphics and visuals.
    Amazing game play and combat, with the best and most engaging narratives I've had the absolute Joy to experience. They have really outdone themselves with this masterpiece, if you love the original then you definitely need to jump into this incredible adventure. Loving PS5 since launch its    One of PlayStation's Best exclusives yet, the most amazing and breath taking graphics and visuals.
    Amazing game play and combat, with the best and most engaging narratives I've had the absolute Joy to experience. They have really outdone themselves with this masterpiece, if you love the original then you definitely need to jump into this incredible adventure. Loving PS5 since launch its been one of the best consoles I've ever got to experience    … Expand
  3. Corleonesuprema
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    First of all, The Best Water graphics in any game ever, Not like the clear syrup form other franchise but a reverberating water with clarity unlike any other. the best looking open-world game to date, besides Rockstar's RDR2 and GTAV. It is also not cluttered with copy-paste, meaningless, open world game content that is popularized by Ubisoft, but every side quest has story and everyFirst of all, The Best Water graphics in any game ever, Not like the clear syrup form other franchise but a reverberating water with clarity unlike any other. the best looking open-world game to date, besides Rockstar's RDR2 and GTAV. It is also not cluttered with copy-paste, meaningless, open world game content that is popularized by Ubisoft, but every side quest has story and every salvage mission is meticulously executed. The main story is a bit thin but this is underscored by great characters and emotive face acting. Best game so far of 2022… Expand
  4. NRistic
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    So man trolls. There should be a strict system in place to justify rating ANYTHING a 0 or 1/2. The majority of these losers either xbox fan boys or never got there hands on a PS5. HFW picks up where Zero Dawn left, uncovering the secrets Sylus came across. The new story actually adds to the depth of the first and manages to expand on it in a meaningful way. The combat is improved, theSo man trolls. There should be a strict system in place to justify rating ANYTHING a 0 or 1/2. The majority of these losers either xbox fan boys or never got there hands on a PS5. HFW picks up where Zero Dawn left, uncovering the secrets Sylus came across. The new story actually adds to the depth of the first and manages to expand on it in a meaningful way. The combat is improved, the visuals are somehow even better and the VO is spot on. The ONLY justifiable negative feedback comes from performance texture bugs and resolution mode fluidity. None of which are major issues after day 1 patch. In fact, in comparison to most other AAA titles, HFW is amazingly major bug free. Kudos to the hard working dev team that put this together.… Expand
  5. Punchiks
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Великолепная игра с потрясающей графикой, арт-дизайном, проработанной боевой системой, клёвыми квестами и повествованием.
  6. RatchetClank111
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    For the most part the game is an improvement over the first game. I will say that having played the first game, I only needed a few hours to determine what score I would give for this game. There's not many negatives, but I"ll list them below

    -Aloy talks WAY too much to narrate what's going on, sometimes less is more, and I don't need a narration of you climbing a rock or reacting    For the most part the game is an improvement over the first game. I will say that having played the first game, I only needed a few hours to determine what score I would give for this game. There's not many negatives, but I"ll list them below

    -Aloy talks WAY too much to narrate what's going on, sometimes less is more, and I don't need a narration of you climbing a rock or reacting everytime something happens. It's a bit much and this game gives cutscenes and quest markers already... best comparison is that some people find Navi from Ocarina of Time to be annoying, well scale that annoying factor by a lot. Just too much dialogue.
    -A lot of clipping/falling through things, like when climbing ladders, or when I failed to make a jump i fell through the mountain and couldn't get out, so I had to waste a fast travel pack. Also a few times when things would randomly pop in during cutscenes. Actually surprised how many times this happened in the first few hours.
    -Controls are somewhat clunky at first, starting to get used to it but I felt like the first game it was much easier regarding controls.
    - Some filler quests that don't add to the main quests at all and aren't that interesting to complete
    -Don't like the climbing mechanics in this game, sometimes it's unclear where you need to climb (e.g. like ledges/platforms) and the animations for this are not very well done.

    Pros
    -Good sound effects/music
    -Game looks amazing
    -They improved the combat mechanics and added more skills that you can use in combat
    -They improved the skill trees and added more playstyles.
    - No game breaking bugs so far and I think some are overreacting on some of the bugs or the lighting and animations of the game.

    I think this is a solid 8/10 game. I don't see my opinion changing that much of the overall rating even when I finish the game. I do recommend that you play the first game though before this as it makes a lot of references to the first game and only takes place a few months after the first game. I do think the game is worth full price. Good game overall.    … Expand
  7. Registeralready
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Don't listen to idiots talking negative about this game, it is every penny worth! Play the game for fun, stop playing to criticise!
  8. cody85
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    One of the most anticipated games of this generation. graphically excellent, the soundtrack impressive. Argumentally very similar to the first, however with a very interesting lore.
  9. diddyk
    Feb 20, 2022
    3
    Boring and tedious just like the first. The gameplay trailers looked like a better game than the first. But evolution is minimal. A totally forgettable game
  10. ZzjimbozZ
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    Good Sequel !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  11. Johnnysmithy
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing graphics
    Amazing gameplay
    Amazing voice acting
    Amazing story
    Amazing map
    Amazing audio
    Maxing game
  12. Skoobie
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Purchased on PS5. Zero Dawn was an amazing game. Forbidden West improves on it in every way. Visually stunning. Fun, interactive combat. Massive world with plenty of secrets to explore. Engaging story. Don't miss this one.
  13. LeroyFDK
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Coming from a person who has played the game, this game is amazing and is worth all the hype.
  14. NushoAnime
    Feb 20, 2022
    6
    Не могу сказать, что прям ждал игру, не особо зашла первая часть, но по трейлерам и обещаниям что это прям Mass Effect 2, все же какие-то ожидания были. До Mass Effect 2 конечно очень далеко. Графика по большей части разочаровала для некстген ААА проекта очень даже слабо, в режиме улучшенной графики фпс оч сильно страдает, когда же в режиме производительности сразу видно мыло, сама по себеНе могу сказать, что прям ждал игру, не особо зашла первая часть, но по трейлерам и обещаниям что это прям Mass Effect 2, все же какие-то ожидания были. До Mass Effect 2 конечно очень далеко. Графика по большей части разочаровала для некстген ААА проекта очень даже слабо, в режиме улучшенной графики фпс оч сильно страдает, когда же в режиме производительности сразу видно мыло, сама по себе Элой не самый интересный персонаж, да и в целом история показалась довольно скучной (хоть в данный момент игра не пройдена до конца). В целом игра достойная, можно поиграть с кайфом, не могу сказать, что игра зайдет всем, кто любит интересный экшн/геймплей то игра скорее не для вас, стелса в игре достаточно, а уровень его проработки относительно слаб. Я бы не советовал брать игру на старте за фулл прайс ну ибо игра не маст хэв прям срочно, переждав до скидки вы ничего не потеряете, но потом получите проект за тот прайс которого игра заслуживает. Не люблю оценивать игру именно по 10 бальной шкале, а больше по прайсу который должна стоить игра так вот если игра будет со скидкой 30-40 процентов то это ваш вариант топ за свои деньги так сказать (как раз оценка 6/10).… Expand
  15. VitorHugo23
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Jogo fantastico, melhorou tudo em relação ao 1, tanto em combate, exploração tanto aquatica como terrestre, nova mecanica de voo com os robos que deixo a gameplay ainda melhor, novas arvores de habilidade te dando um leque gigante de opções de escolha, melhora no combate corpo a corpo, com diversos combos novos, forma de finalizar, expressões facias tivera um evolução absurda, missõesJogo fantastico, melhorou tudo em relação ao 1, tanto em combate, exploração tanto aquatica como terrestre, nova mecanica de voo com os robos que deixo a gameplay ainda melhor, novas arvores de habilidade te dando um leque gigante de opções de escolha, melhora no combate corpo a corpo, com diversos combos novos, forma de finalizar, expressões facias tivera um evolução absurda, missões secundarias melhoradas e refinadas, dando recompensas muito melhores, e por ultimo historia cativante, te deixa sempre querendo saber o que tem no Oeste Proibido e cada vez mais te estiga pra saber sobre o mundo.… Expand
  16. calvolandia_
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    el juego es un 10 total, yo juge al horizon zero down 2 veces en ps4 y en pc, y puedo decir que este va a ser una joya, por mas que haiga gente o algun calvo por hay que diga que es basura. basura eres tu calvo de mie....
  17. IsaacFalls
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game. It looks beautiful, there is a huge open world with lots to do. Combat is fun and fluid.
  18. MaRcOpUz0
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, don't listen to the biased Xbots that are just jealous we got a first party game before November.
  19. Alex_gaming95
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Another great game by Gorilla games, Horizon Forbidden West is a huge leap forward in terms of graphics, gameplay, story, characters ETC. The world details and design are absolutely incredible! Performance on a PS4 PRO is pretty good as well.
  20. Higgs2k10
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I fell in love with the first game and was coming into this one with high expections and they were met and then some!
    The story didn't go how i imagined at all and for that i love it, The way this game looks is truly breathtaking, never in a game have i stopped to take pictures this much before like this one.
    Some may not like the sci-fi stuff this game has introduced but i find it    I fell in love with the first game and was coming into this one with high expections and they were met and then some!
    The story didn't go how i imagined at all and for that i love it, The way this game looks is truly breathtaking, never in a game have i stopped to take pictures this much before like this one.
    Some may not like the sci-fi stuff this game has introduced but i find it interesting and opens the world of horizon even more for the future on which a 3rd game will most likely happen    … Expand
  21. Moe_279
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    I am halfway through the game and so far I’m loving it. It manly built up what was already perfect from the first game and just added more into it. I did wish that they would change the design of the map, weapon wheel, and some other UI. If anyone is picking up this game and did not enjoy the first game don’t purchase because it builds off the first game. The dialogue and animation is oneI am halfway through the game and so far I’m loving it. It manly built up what was already perfect from the first game and just added more into it. I did wish that they would change the design of the map, weapon wheel, and some other UI. If anyone is picking up this game and did not enjoy the first game don’t purchase because it builds off the first game. The dialogue and animation is one of the main improvements in this game especially when it comes to side quests. They really did put depth into these quests and didn’t just halfass it like the first game. Overall enjoying the campaign and side quests there are some bugs here and there but they haven’t ruined my experience. Tho I will say riding the machines is still clunky and kind of annoying sometimes.… Expand
  22. cloudyskies
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This is World of Warcraft on Unreal Engine!! I never write game reviews but boy oh boy I had to write a review for this game. BEST GAME I EVER PLAYED IN MY WHOLE LIFE!
  23. VxL
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Great game on the PS5! Looks amazing and is definitely fun and the story is very interesting. I have noticed a couple of glitches, but what games don’t have em. I’ve seen some YT videos where the green team are just creating accounts and are review bombing this title with just 0’s along with other PS exclusives. So, thought I’d do my part and put my 9 on here. Another great game in theGreat game on the PS5! Looks amazing and is definitely fun and the story is very interesting. I have noticed a couple of glitches, but what games don’t have em. I’ve seen some YT videos where the green team are just creating accounts and are review bombing this title with just 0’s along with other PS exclusives. So, thought I’d do my part and put my 9 on here. Another great game in the bag!… Expand
  24. FelipePP
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O gráfico mais lindo que eu já joguei trilha sonora fantástica e é um game que melhorou quase todos os aspectos em relação relação anterior. Vale a pena um ps5 só por esse jogo.… Expand
  25. supertokuhero
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    um jogo lindo bem prduzido grafcos incriveis som maravilhoso um port de qualidade pra o ps4 muito mais muito lindo no ps5. uma aventura epica a sony fez um trabalho grandioso com esse jogo a matureza viva tem belas imagens muito lindo a direção de arte linda a fotografia do jogo e linda um jogo digno de goty
  26. Miodis
    Feb 20, 2022
    5
    Maravilhoso, há muito tempo um jogo não me prendia assim! Além de ser o game mais bonito que já joguei, a história e as mecânicas fazem você viciar do início ao fim!!
  27. Francisco0
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    horizon forbidden wset is an amazing game the best of this year.
    Fantastic story, gameplay practically the same from scratch but there are many new things in the gameplay, a world that you have a lot to explore, incredible graphics.
    This game is great everyone should play it.
    obviously you have bugs, but they don't hinder you in the gameplay
  28. adolfomichelena
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Big improvement on the first game, specially in the secondary missions and how the game looks, the facial animations are really well done, some people are saying that is boring, for me if you like the witcher 3 and good open world games, not ubisoft **** you will enjoy this, the world looks alive, looks amazing, good secondary content, interesting story, great combat for an open world, andBig improvement on the first game, specially in the secondary missions and how the game looks, the facial animations are really well done, some people are saying that is boring, for me if you like the witcher 3 and good open world games, not ubisoft **** you will enjoy this, the world looks alive, looks amazing, good secondary content, interesting story, great combat for an open world, and inmersive world you will like this. For me is a 9 but because the hate reviews, many evidently without playing the game Im putting a 10 to balance it.… Expand
  29. Eneas_frazao
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Melhores gráficos em um jogo de mundo aberto. Historia cativante, linda. Otimo jogo no geral.
  30. dannysv
    Feb 20, 2022
    5
    la jugabilidad es regular sin llegar a ser buena , me he topado con muchos bugs ojala lo solucionen para mejorar la experiencia .
  31. Mdoubleyouhite
    Feb 20, 2022
    5
    As much as I want to be a fan here, I fail to see how this title is getting the scores that it is. I guess if you throw enough money at critics you can buy a good score. I played 80 hours of zero dawn in anticipation for this title in the two weeks leading up to release. I have played probably 20 hours of forbidden west in the two days it has been released. This game is a stepAs much as I want to be a fan here, I fail to see how this title is getting the scores that it is. I guess if you throw enough money at critics you can buy a good score. I played 80 hours of zero dawn in anticipation for this title in the two weeks leading up to release. I have played probably 20 hours of forbidden west in the two days it has been released. This game is a step backwards from zero dawn…. Graphics are seriously almost identical. Character movement has gone significantly backwards. It is amazing how much I get stuck on a platform or the pathing is just awful. Get stuck on a ledge and for some reason can not jump. Feels like I don’t have control of Alloy way to much. Is it an awful game? No. It just a very average game that I would rank as a step backwards for the gaming industry, instead of what I was expecting to be a true showcase for what the ps5 era would be.… Expand
  32. Shanwagbo
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Absolutely awesome game so far if anyone says this is not a fantastic game they must be complete idiots Game Of The Year most definitely
  33. Jcmc988
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    An amazing game, well worth the 5 year wait! The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is smooth and more intuitive than the last game, and the story is great!
  34. Sage1988
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Without throwing any spoilers out this games exceeds in being better then the first Horizon game. The story , combat , stunning visuals are beyond what I was expecting. You can clearly tell that everyone working on this game put their full heart and soul into the breath taking game. I found myself stopping many times to just enjoy the view and soul chilling music. Yes I did run into a fewWithout throwing any spoilers out this games exceeds in being better then the first Horizon game. The story , combat , stunning visuals are beyond what I was expecting. You can clearly tell that everyone working on this game put their full heart and soul into the breath taking game. I found myself stopping many times to just enjoy the view and soul chilling music. Yes I did run into a few graphical glitches here and there and got stuck climbing twice. But stuff like that is expected for a opened world style game and did not effect my love for this game. It’s a easy 10/10 with nothing but high praise for the development team. I thank you for this wonderful story and experience.… Expand
  35. ChrisLopresti
    Feb 20, 2022
    7
    Just to let everyone know reading this review I'm about 10 hours in so I'll mostly be talking about the graphics, story so far, combat, and some side missions. The graphics are good. I only noticed dropping frame rate if it's a major battle with a lot of machines or a town but very minimal drops. It's just easy to notice if it goes from 4K to 1080p. I did notice sometimes in towns it canJust to let everyone know reading this review I'm about 10 hours in so I'll mostly be talking about the graphics, story so far, combat, and some side missions. The graphics are good. I only noticed dropping frame rate if it's a major battle with a lot of machines or a town but very minimal drops. It's just easy to notice if it goes from 4K to 1080p. I did notice sometimes in towns it can struggle a bit. the NPCs can get stuck in places but it's only happened a few times. There are other small issues like NPC's popping in and out but again very unnoticeable and not very frequent.

    The side missions are good and interesting. They're pretty similar concerning objectives but have good and barely different stories behind them so it feels different every time. It really helps build the world of the forbidden west. I got a very Witcher 3 vibe out of the side quests. Like I said I haven't played the whole game but at this point aloy's character seems kind of flat. Like in horizon zero Dawn. I enjoyed the side characters more than her.

    The motion capture, facial expressions, and syncing with dialogue is very good. However movement can be a little janky including when you are climbing and jumping around. Combat is fun and intuitive. I like the scanning and being able to shoot off different parts and be a little more strategic with it. I like the stealth but I just wish you could lock on to enemies. The combat of horizon forbidden West is like horizon zero Dawn. So it's pretty much monster Hunter but in a post post apocalyptic world with robot monsters instead of real life flesh and blood monsters. I do like the inclusion of different types of weapons. It makes it really fun to figure out what's best for each situation. Sometimes all the different effects and upgrades can get confusing. Overall it's a good game worth the price but I just wish they would have fixed some small graphical and NPC issues. They didn't really do anything different they just made the graphics a lot better and introduced some new weapons which helped improve it.    … Expand
  36. Yusukeichigo
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Muito bom o jogo lindo de mais. Gráficos maravilhosos, jogabilidade incrível.
  37. MAD3Max
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Way better than the first game, graphics are crazy perfect! I'm in love with Aloy! XD
  38. KWOW
    Feb 20, 2022
    5
    That is how you launch a game..... cough, cough, hint, hint... The storytelling shines bright and the graphics are top notch. Looks beautiful, plays beautiful. The controls are a little messy when it comes to choosing weapons. I found myself selecting the wrong ammo a lot.
  39. Jeff21
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing game ..story and graphics 10/10..Gorilla has knocked it out of the park congratulations To them
  40. Koenaltena
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Pure perfection and way better than the last game............................ jsjwjenejejw ejeuwheisheb jshwbejej
  41. RicaGorg
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    A única coisa que me incomoda é a física no cabelo da Aloy! Parece que tem mola! Muito artificial! Deve dar pra melhorar isso com algum update.
  42. Arielssj88
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    The best graphics ever, super funciona game, great historia. STOP REVIEW BOMBING PLEASE!!!
  43. Tekkas
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Pros:
    -best in class graphics
    -runs very well on all available platforms -expands on every aspect of the previous title -great original concept -good story - insane foliage -the world is huge and I sanely detailed -the world feels super immersive. Everything seems to be in perfect harmony Cons: -navigating is sometimes slightly confusing -character facial animations sometimes a little    Pros:
    -best in class graphics
    -runs very well on all available platforms
    -expands on every aspect of the previous title
    -great original concept
    -good story
    - insane foliage -the world is huge and I sanely detailed
    -the world feels super immersive. Everything seems to be in perfect harmony

    Cons:
    -navigating is sometimes slightly confusing
    -character facial animations sometimes a little weird

    Conclusion: One of the best games on the playstation platform. Period.    … Expand
  44. BLUCKER
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Very Good Sequel, Perfect Graphics, Perfect Audio, Perfect Gameplay, Perfect PS4 Graphics
  45. Assazzing
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Es una maravilla. Si te gustó el primero, este lo consigue mejorar. Además podéis verlo en las demás opiniones. La gente solo quiere votarle 0 para bajarle la puntuación. Es bastante penoso
    Se ve de alucine y encima las conversaciones con los npcs están mucho más vivas que en el primero.
    Por no hablar de lo curradas que están las misiones secundarias. Una muy buena secuela
  46. TonyTulpe
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Einfach ein tolles Spiel. Open World ist Super, es gibt reichlich zu tun, man muss es aber nicht. Tolle Grafik.
  47. Arturos
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    disappointed too many bugs on Playstation 5 and these Ps1 faces of some npc it's pitiful for a 2022 game
  48. FelippeLemos
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Excelent second game of one The Best franshises. Graphics, sonds, animations are amazing. Not negative points.
  49. Livingsannin
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    RPG IS MY STYLE of gaming AND I HAVE TO SAY THEY HAVE DONE SOMETHING RIGHT. Graphically best I've seen for the PS5 hopefully they continue to make games like this. Story is really good but the side missions I'm in love with 10 hours and still haven't finishd yet but already I'm going to give it a 10/10 .
  50. Nathan99
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    This game is very nice looking and countains lots of surprise ion the scenario. However, it countains lots of bugs, surely due the huge amount of information generated at the same time. For know, this is the best PS5 game of 2022.
  51. lelouch450
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This game is currently being review bombed by xbox fans, at least make it less obvious.
  52. jmin9281
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    So great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND God performed god sound god story and ps5 goood
  53. splashyDIAMOND
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    If any game deserves a 10/10, it's this one. The best game I have played on Ps5. Thanks Guerilla!!
  54. GeneralSultan
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Great game. The graphics look literally photorealistic, and the gameplay, you know it, it doesn't get much cooler then shooting robodinosaurs. I'm not too deep in the story so I can't comment much on that, but overall the game is something else.
  55. Unisonic
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I'm 15 hours into the game at the time of this review and the game is an improvement on every aspect of the first game. The game is really well polished (rare in games since 2020) If you liked Horizon Zero Dawn, you will love this game! My GOTY so far.
  56. Itsmebani
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Nothing much to comment, great game with great new machines! Thank you gorilla!
  57. Guizin
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    It's hilarious to read some """reviews""" from xbots and other trolls. Here is someone who really played the game, which is great. Massive improvements from HZD, character models infinitely better, better side quests, stunning graphics
  58. Shin0bi12
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I'll start off by saying I didn't have much expectations for this game, in my opinion the first game was technically impressive and combat was fantastic but it suffering from a pretty basic open world design aspect in terms of progression and the side content would be hit or miss. I'm glad to report that HFW addresses my complaints with the game and offers one of the most unique open worldI'll start off by saying I didn't have much expectations for this game, in my opinion the first game was technically impressive and combat was fantastic but it suffering from a pretty basic open world design aspect in terms of progression and the side content would be hit or miss. I'm glad to report that HFW addresses my complaints with the game and offers one of the most unique open world WRPG experiences in a very long time. The world of HFW has alot more depth and vertically in it, you can't just follow a map marker or compass to get to your destination like in an AC game/Rock Star game/Ghost of Tsushima. Instead this game has more of a emphasis on environmental traversal and exploration. Similarly in Death Stranding a major aspect of that game was environment traversal on foot with the option of vehicular mobility, this game does that too but incentives you to get off of your mount. And given that it's a much more fast paced game with a more agile character to work with, traversal is more fun in this game. There's no feeling like gliding off cliff in a game with vast dense landscape like this.
    Now regarding combat, what can I say? The combat is fantastic, retains everything that was amazing about the first game and builds upon that in a very fleshed out manner. There is now fleshed out melee combat which the first game lacked, coupled with new skills and specials to unlock. In terms of raw gameplay they've introduced superb quality of life improvements ranging from large to subtle, while also allowing the user to customize upon that as well.
    Side content and open world activities in HFW are everything I've ever wanted them to be. The characters are more life like and your actions feel like they have an impact on the world and the lives of characters in respective regions. You could play the first with or without side quests and it wouldn't matter. But here in HFW you can't help yourself but to be involved with the world and it's people.
    The visuals, of course, Decima Engine strikes again, this visuals are truely something to behold on the PS5 at native 4K, while looking up to par on base PS4 aswell but I'd suggest to try your best to snag a PS5 for this game.
    And here's my most favorite aspect regarding this game. The sound design, to put it simply, it's the best in the industry, no question. They went above and beyond in that department in this game, and accompanied with the PS5's tempest audio engine, it is absolutely mind blowing. I played the game with a pair of open back HiFiman, and I can't describe how masterfully crafted and technically impressive the sound design is for this game aswell as it's composition, think of the OST as Witcher 3 meets Dune. Nobody seems to be talking much about this and jeez it's criminal.
    Story writing wise, as I've mentioned before the characters are more life like, they took a story with already a ridiculous amount of depth and amplified that depth when more, there's a genuine sense of threat in this game I will refrain from talking too much about this aspect as I don't wish to take away the experience for others. But I will say that if you're a fan of Kojima-esque stories about annihilation and extinction, the story will indeed resonate with you.
    That being said the game has some problems, but they're minor. As it is with the launch of any large scope open world game, the game has a memory leak bug, a very occasional pop in issue, and a clip in bug. These will be patched within a week or so, personally I haven't encountered them but these technical issues do definitely exist but I assure y'all this isn't some broken unoptimized dumpster fire of a launch like other games I'm sure you all are well aware of. Despite that, the game is remarkably well polished and if you pick this game up a week from now, these issues won't be a cause for concern, however I will still deduct points for this.
    My final rating for this game is 9.5/10, it would've been a solid 10 if these minor technical issues weren't present at launch, but then maybe that's just me looking for a reason to deduct points. I highly recommend this game, go pick it up.    … Expand
  59. woodtomx
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Great sequel, looks great, very polished. Can't wait to see what they come up with next!
  60. Urkel1492
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    Almost beat the game and a simple upgrade is impossible to find. Need rabbit hide. You're probably not gonna find it. Need parts to buy better bows. You're not gonna find em without grading hours and hours. The story is ok. But feels like they just didnt care like the 1st one. Wait til they drop the price of the gamw because its not worth full price. Too short of a stoey as well comparedAlmost beat the game and a simple upgrade is impossible to find. Need rabbit hide. You're probably not gonna find it. Need parts to buy better bows. You're not gonna find em without grading hours and hours. The story is ok. But feels like they just didnt care like the 1st one. Wait til they drop the price of the gamw because its not worth full price. Too short of a stoey as well compared to th first one. They seemed to have left a lot of the story out that was needed to make the game flow better.… Expand
  61. Tenseconds
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing! Loving everything about it. A huge improvement over the original. 10/10
  62. agg02_
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    I know review bombing will eventually happen but don't let that fool you. The first game was already great, but this one improves in every single aspect. I will be honest, there is a mistake... the fog in vast distances. However, let that aside and you got one of the best accion and adventure games ever, great music, great gameplay, great enemies, great story, etc.
    I've only played 8 hours    I know review bombing will eventually happen but don't let that fool you. The first game was already great, but this one improves in every single aspect. I will be honest, there is a mistake... the fog in vast distances. However, let that aside and you got one of the best accion and adventure games ever, great music, great gameplay, great enemies, great story, etc.
    I've only played 8 hours but I'm doing every side quest, every errand, every mission. All of these are so well created and the incredibly detailed models of characters and cutscenes make them even more enjoyable. That I like as the previous game didn't have too many interesting quests. I'm not saying every quest is entertaining but even the ones which cause you more trouble are very rewarding as well. I also loved the addition of the valor surge abilites, which I can't wait to discover in combat. And the special gear like the Pullcaster is greatly introduced here. I can spend so much time just using the Pullcaster and the Shieldwing because they are so fun. Everything in this game is. So please, if by chance this game catches your interest, do not hesitate to get it. I promise it will be worth it.    … Expand
  63. Nogoalsn2
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    What a sequel should be. Amazing visuals, gameplay, story is interesting, and the world is alive.
  64. Gigante_Olympus
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing gameplay, history and design. The way they created a script that leaves you anxious, open-mouthed and amazed at all the plot and wonders of the new world, is a unique and unforgettable way.
  65. Fraise1611
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    I have played about 15h so far. I found the game fine, I play in performance mode, as I prefer to have 60fps. I tried also the resolution mode and I honestly don’t see a big gap, but I guess every player has to make his own opinion.
    I have been, like a lot of players, disappointed by latest hyped games, but Horizon FW is really fine. It doesn’t not bring a lot of innovation in open world    I have played about 15h so far. I found the game fine, I play in performance mode, as I prefer to have 60fps. I tried also the resolution mode and I honestly don’t see a big gap, but I guess every player has to make his own opinion.
    I have been, like a lot of players, disappointed by latest hyped games, but Horizon FW is really fine. It doesn’t not bring a lot of innovation in open world games but i was not expecting a revolution. The universe is great, and I really want to continue to play to see what is going to happen. Graphics are very nice on PS5 even in perf mode.
    As negative point, I find some characters not credible and too “clean” or “good looking”, they look like hipsters from IRL big cities, it would be more realistic if they were more savage. The way they talk is also weird for this universe which is spoiling the immersion. One the other hand there are secondary characters who are actually fine !
    To sum up, I like the game, I don’t regret to pay full price for it as I will play for several dozen of hours, I don’t feel scammed like I felt when I purchased Cyberpunk or the latest BF.    … Expand
  66. Brundlefly78
    Feb 20, 2022
    2
    Looks great and that's about it. Aloy gets stuck on objects, massive pop in, aloy t bars and floats about. Ive fell through the world twice. The ps5 has crashed twice. Dead enemies floating mid air while spinning at a hundred miles an hour. Ive played for 6 hours now. Had to quit playing until this mess is fixed. Unacceptable state to release a game.
  67. MeeboEsports
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden Dawn is a visual masterpiece with excellent mechanics that take all of the best features and gameplay that made its predecessor a PlayStation exclusive phenomenon, and builds on them with great finesse. The story and journey itself is immersive and beyond captivating, and the one critique I had about Zero Dawn, the dialogue and awkwardness/computer-like tone of theHorizon Forbidden Dawn is a visual masterpiece with excellent mechanics that take all of the best features and gameplay that made its predecessor a PlayStation exclusive phenomenon, and builds on them with great finesse. The story and journey itself is immersive and beyond captivating, and the one critique I had about Zero Dawn, the dialogue and awkwardness/computer-like tone of the characters when conversing seems to have been noticed by the developers and has been improved substantially as well. Although Zero Dawn had very few negative aspects, the creators of Forbidden West clearly paid very close attention to each and every critique to the first installment in the series, even those of the most minimal importance, and has put extensive work into improving every single thing in this game. A minor thing I noticed earlier while playing that I have never experienced in a video game apart from when the character you are controlling runs into an NPC and knocks them over is that an NPC I observed walking down the street tripped on their own accord without Aloy or anyone else near them, just out of their own clumsiness I initially thought. After stumbling and tripping slightly, the NPC then turned around and kicked what seemed to be the little rock that they had tripped over in frustration, then turned around and continued their walk. Little nuances like this show the absolute immensity of the production’s attention to detail and their desire to make the game as similar to human reality as possible, the only difference being that HFW is set in the future after technology has reached an extent far beyond where we were currently are in our reality in 2022 and the world has been taken over so to say by these advanced machines. The graphics are beyond stunning, and I can honestly say this may very well be the most beautiful video game ever created at this point in time. Although it is also available for PS4 and I’m sure the graphics are still stunning on that console (I played HZD on PS4 and it was still absolutely incredible), this game takes a leap display wise on the next-generation hardware. Standing on a hill, watching the sky turn an orangish-pink as the sun begins its descent across the horizon (no pun intended, and both hearing and watching the wind blow and witnessing each blade of grass and all of the trees and its leaves sway at the mercy of the air flow, it’s quite the view. This game is a must-have. The combat and experience itself is just as awesome as Zero Dawn, just slightly enhanced. It’s hard to improve the numerous features and mechanics that were already near perfect from the first game, but they definitely did their best to and succeeded, along with greatly succeeding in polishing any of the points that were viewed with critique and negatively from Zero Dawn. 10/10. Game of the Year nominee, and I dare say hands down winner, in my opinion. Join us and Aloy on a journey to the Forbidden West!… Expand
  68. Willderz
    Feb 20, 2022
    5
    O melhor jogo da nova geração. Gráficos incríveis, jogabilidade ótima e uma história sem enrolação. Jogo 10/10 tranquilamente
  69. GabrielDaEmo
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    One of the most beautiful games I’ve ever played, engaging story, and superb gameplay!
  70. Bacher108
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Once again a games user score really means nothing because of review bombers. Not sure what their problem is because this game is just better than HZD in every aspect. The story is somewhat sci fi but I personally like that. Its more interesting and a bit mysterious. There are some complaints about pacing, but you can pace this game however you want. If the story is moving too slow for youOnce again a games user score really means nothing because of review bombers. Not sure what their problem is because this game is just better than HZD in every aspect. The story is somewhat sci fi but I personally like that. Its more interesting and a bit mysterious. There are some complaints about pacing, but you can pace this game however you want. If the story is moving too slow for you just push ahead in the main quest line. If you fall behind level wise doing that just lower the difficulty. You can play this game however you want. I personally like taking periodic breaks from the story and doing lots of side quests and upgrading gear. There is SO much side content in this game its awesome. Again you don't have to do any of it but its there for those that like it. The cherry on top for me is the machine designs and variety. Really well done. Theres just more of everything. More total machines. More types of attacks they have. More parts that can be knocked off. More interactions with element types and thing like that. Its really fun to figure out how to attack all the different machine types and also how to get the upgrade parts you really want. I also really like the use of the dual sense feature set. The adaptive triggers, the rumble, the speaker and even gyro controls. It makes the game play more engaging. The graphics I dont even really need to mention. Its one of if not the best looking game recently. Even playing on performance because I honestly need 60 for, it still looks incredible.

    Conclusion is this is an easy 9 out of 10. A step up from its predecessor in every conceivable way. Don't listen to the bombers.    … Expand
  71. Invictus_gamer
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Easily one the best games on ps5. Every aspect of the game has been approved beyond its predecessor. The graphics are head and shoulders above the competition. Aloy is a strong female character that utilizes a well thought out and diverse skill tree. The side quests are masterfully designed that rewards players to complete them.
  72. DH88
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Beautiful game, melee combat has improved so much. Also the story is top notch
  73. Matricule108
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Great game but with bugs. When the bug will be fix it will be az very good game better than rhe first one but it might be not interesting for some people so be careful.
  74. LegendOfGames9
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Best looking graphics ever. The game looks stunning, Gameplay feels much more refined. Tiny features like Pressing R3 makes life so much easier
  75. Samuelizer1
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    An artistic masterpiece. The game play is as well solid and fluid. A true sight to behold and makes one marvel at the current standard of gaming that creates a feel of something like a holly wood movie. The scripting, voice acting and facial animations are novel. Thank you Sony and guerrilla games for yet another spectacular work of art.
  76. Ignar21
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Wow, I've never played anything this good before, simply a spectacular experience, ignore all the 0s from the review bombers that are mad because they can't play this masterpiece on their console or PC
  77. landak1
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    seru, menarik , dan salah satu game terbaik di ps 5 , calon game of the year 2022
  78. Jarvis_X96
    Feb 20, 2022
    5
    Ora lo sto amando! Grandi passi in avanti rispetto al primo..grande Guerrilla!
  79. Infinium00
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This game is another lvl❣️❣️ guerrilla made the impossible, tanks you guerrilla
  80. Renegard93
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Better than zero dawn, beautiful graphics. Love the improvement. Dutch proud.
  81. BobbyJoe69
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    One of the most BEAUTIFUL game on PS5. Probably the best looking game ever! It runs very well, especially on PS4. The game is fun and the story is very interesting!
  82. Warr
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very Buggy game, graphics could be a lot better!! Was expecting so much more this game really lacking in originality.… Expand
  83. Omegaj9
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    This is a great sequel to what I felt was the best PS exclusive last gen. As of writing this I’m about 5 hrs in and it keeps getting better. If you liked the original you’ll love this one. Don’t pay any attention to the trolls review bombing a game without reason.
  84. Marked0ne
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Bigger and better in every way than Zero Dawn, if you like it, you’ll love this one.
  85. Omer11
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Of this game really really amazing about everything peoples animals graphic everything good story… Expand
  86. VinyLonny
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei!
    Tudo que havia no Zero Dawn, agora foi aprimorado em Forbidden West. O visual está deslumbrante, a gameplay está muito fluida. A história é excelente. Esse jogo é uma obra prima!
  87. casamato21
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    They’ve improved among every aspect of the first game and then some. I’m in love with this game. Way to go Guerilla games
  88. Scriff
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Still playing this game and loving it! There is a lot to do, characters are engaging and the story has me intrigued… a couple of minor bugs, but nothing game breaking, but sure some more patches will iron those out. We’ll done Guerilla Games!
  89. Luciano2689
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Simplesmente fantástico em tudo que vc imaginar, padrão Sony de qualidade.
  90. Maromba
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Jogo muito bom, vale cada centavo, grafico muito bom, jogabilidsfe mt boa, história interessante
  91. zDarkziim
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing gameplay, the most wonderful world I've seen in the last games, aloy is more strong then never.
  92. Dante1991
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Game muito bom, sem falar na qualidade gráfica e o que tem a promover para o jogador sony esta de parabéns!!! E também estou muito ansioso pelo Ragnarok e também percebi que a Sony e fã da mitologia grega. Hehe
  93. Acerckley
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    After playing it for like 10-15h or so, It ain’t perfect, need fixing of some bugs but apart from that, everything is perfect.
    It looks like its going to be a long journey.
    It’s visually stunning.
    I would give it a 9.5/10 but given it cant be done and its not perfect I’ll give it a 9, hopefully soon it’ll become a 10.
  94. Machs22
    Feb 20, 2022
    6
    Incredible game, what Guerrilla Games has achieved with Horizon FW is impressive, the. Combat mode is much better than the previous one, good side quests and skill progress, amazing new creatures and wonderful scenarios. A game that promises more than 100hrs if you want to unlock all the collectibles.... Amazing
  95. LeMeez
    Feb 20, 2022
    1
    Extremely bad graphics on performance mode, flickering and shimmering with too much grain and noise. Just not what I expected. Stopped playing the game until a fix appears.
  96. FortniteBPass
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    The game artistically depicted a real life situation if the world ended and our saviour was a woman who had a spear and rides on robots. Personally l love the story which takes us on a journey to get a fortnite battle pass.
  97. FoxHoundgyn
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Jogo que supera o predecessor em todos os aspectos. Combate fluido, exploração e movimentação melhoradas. Enredo desenvolvido em relação a pontos que ficaram pendentes no game anterior. Gráficos lindos e performance incrível, independentemente da plataforma que possua.Uma experiência digna da espera pelo game. Podem comprar sem sombras de dúvida
  98. Skywalker274
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Dont listen to the people review bombing this game it’s definitely worth the praise it’s getting I’ve put around 20hrs into it so far and have had a really good time with it from the characters and story to the gameplay and graphics. It’s a fun time for anyone who has a PS4/PS5 some people just don’t have anything better to do than bomb a game that’s not even on the platform they preferDont listen to the people review bombing this game it’s definitely worth the praise it’s getting I’ve put around 20hrs into it so far and have had a really good time with it from the characters and story to the gameplay and graphics. It’s a fun time for anyone who has a PS4/PS5 some people just don’t have anything better to do than bomb a game that’s not even on the platform they prefer
  99. Adzy
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    After having great expectations for this game after seeing trailer after trailer I can say this game is a masterpiece. Do not listen to the bad reviews, you will love this game and the attention to detail is out of this world.
  100. MukaLoRe
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Game muito bom graficamente, 30fps cravado na geração anterior e abraça toda comunidade com seu desempenho mesmo no PS4 e PS5
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Critic score distribution:
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  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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