Horizon Forbidden West

 PlayStation 5
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10308 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 7,816 out of 10308
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  3. Negative: 1,763 out of 10308
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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.
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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 127 Critic Reviews

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