Horizon Forbidden West

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10308 Ratings

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  1. Skramewell
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Jogo incrível! Ótimos gráficos, ótima jogabilidade e muito boa história, realmente vale a pena jogar!
  2. TendouTan
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Have not finished the main story yet since I am always get side-tracked and do side missions along with farming for that next "bow" and "armor". HFW is an amazing open-world game with good side missions and memorable characters. I could say this is a big improvement from the first game. The combats improved into much smoother and better mechanics:
    1. You actually have meelee combos and    Have not finished the main story yet since I am always get side-tracked and do side missions along with farming for that next "bow" and "armor". HFW is an amazing open-world game with good side missions and memorable characters. I could say this is a big improvement from the first game. The combats improved into much smoother and better mechanics:
    1. You actually have meelee combos and flexibility in how to use them against people and machines.
    2. Ranged combats are pretty much similar to the first game with much more abilities and flexibilities to help you deal with more new dangerous machines in this game.
    The Cauldrons are MIND-BLOWING (see it for yourself). I bet most reviewers/critics have not finished all the Cauldrons since they don't have that much time to wrap it up before releasing reviews ahead of its release.
    Overall, although i do not think this is GOTY 2022, its an amazing game which reflects the abilities of Guerilla Games and what a Sony studio can do with the power/features of PS5. Guerilla Games proved that you do not need to buy studios that worth BILLIONS of DOLLARS to make a spectacular games (we still haven't seen any new good game from those studios yet).    … Expand
  3. Joshiguti8
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    This game is really an improvement in how next gen games should look and be. Everything from this game is phenomenal. Characters, story, the atmosphere, the improvement in combat and graphics is a big step from the first game to the sequel. Really happy with this game. Good job to all the Guerrilla team for bringing us another Playstation for the collection. My rating for this game is a 9.
  4. hackmin
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Just Amazing. If the first opus deserve a 10/10 (all quest done on PC) this one a 9/10. I only get 10-20 hours game I know I will finish it and I just have time to finish less than 5 games a year.
    The game play is more agressive, you have more possibilities (devices/weapons). It seems to be a very good number 2 you are not lost but you discover more things. Thank you Guerrilla Games.
  5. projectevatatto
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West is a spectacular sequel to one of the PS4's best exclusives. Its narrative is one of its strengths, with unforgettable characters and twists and turns that maintain a solid pace throughout, and it's combat has been expanded on, adding in new weapon and ammo types to make eliminating machines and humans an immensely satisfying experience
  6. eviltuto
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    excelente juego en camino a terminarlo buenas graficas desafiante digno de la saga
  7. Alex_Sudo
    Apr 18, 2022
    10
    The story, gameplay, quizzes, graphics, animation… amazing! I haven’t played with a such pleasure since The Witcher 3, 6 h in a row every day. World is full of activities for any taste: fight, hunt, quizzes, tasks etc. Thanks a lot for this journey!
  8. WHITESIXOMAR
    May 2, 2022
    10
    What a selfish act to give this masterpiece a bad score just because PlayStation is not working in Kazakhstan. I'm from Argentina, and the PSN service is garbage, I paid 10USD for the Frozen Wilds expansion and could not play it because of some error. Then I realized the Disc version was in a different region than the DLC version, and when I requested a refund, PSN said that since IWhat a selfish act to give this masterpiece a bad score just because PlayStation is not working in Kazakhstan. I'm from Argentina, and the PSN service is garbage, I paid 10USD for the Frozen Wilds expansion and could not play it because of some error. Then I realized the Disc version was in a different region than the DLC version, and when I requested a refund, PSN said that since I downloaded the content already, there was no way they could refund the 10USD. What I never considered is to criticize Guerrilla Games or the Horizon product for a Sony PlayStation problem. What you are doing is so selfish, giving a game you haven't played yet a score of 1 just because PSN does not work in your country is a complete disregard for the creator's work!!! You are not even bothering PlayStation with this, only the people who worked to create the game and us who enjoy it. Man, I just can't believe how selfish people are!!!

    Horizon II is everything I expected and more. Everything is improved upon. What a masterpiece. I just need the new game plus option, so I can experience the story again without the heavy grind for equipment & skills. Took me more than 80+ hours to complete the story with all side quests. Keep in mind that sometimes I would spend a lot of time just taking in the beautiful world and amazing graphics.

    Even with the cliffhanger of a new threat at the end, I don't think we are going to see the 3rd entry in this IP. When Zero Dawn was revealed, I thought the whole concept of a girl shooting down dinosaur robots with bow and arrow to be such a dumb concept, I still think that now. But despite that, both Horizon I & II have become one of my favorite games of all time :)    … Expand
  9. Gabitoxico
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. OBRA DE ARTE!!!!!!Realmente me encantó el juego. FASCINANTE LA AMBIENTACIÓN Y LA JUGABILIDAD… Expand
  10. Mavengamer
    Mar 6, 2022
    9
    Amazing game , in every way...graphics, machine design, gameplay , music perfect sequel to zero down with many enhancements...

    Just try to ride tornado with your glider and you will know ... Enjoy it
  11. AJIEIIIKA
    Jun 19, 2022
    1
    An absolute surrogate from the point of view of the plot, posing as a full-fledged work. Stupid dialogues, stupid characters, with implausible motivations. A boring and predictable scenario that doesn't have any interesting twists. But the strongest irritation is caused by the substitution of universal values: betrayal, presumption of guilt and unjustified cruelty towards antagonists. TheyAn absolute surrogate from the point of view of the plot, posing as a full-fledged work. Stupid dialogues, stupid characters, with implausible motivations. A boring and predictable scenario that doesn't have any interesting twists. But the strongest irritation is caused by the substitution of universal values: betrayal, presumption of guilt and unjustified cruelty towards antagonists. They impose rudeness and ignorance on us, hiding behind the ideas of justice, which in fact does not smell here.
    The actions of the hero and the passage of side tasks do not affect the final result in any way, it's a pity for the time spent.
    On the positive side, beautiful graphics and pleasant, complex and varied gameplay, sometimes challenging at high levels of difficulty.    … Expand
  12. Julioetoo
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game ever played I'm waiting for more games like that. This game was so special for me… Expand
  13. Sashashshsh
    Jun 7, 2022
    0
    For a what you developing game with amazing graphics, that normal works only with 30 fps without smoothing? This game also have LGBT propaganda — faces of characters looks so goofy. Game consists of stupid and simple missions joined with toothless storyline. True gamers are not led by graphics and music. A bad game cannot be hidden behind «new experiences and extraordinary adventures»For a what you developing game with amazing graphics, that normal works only with 30 fps without smoothing? This game also have LGBT propaganda — faces of characters looks so goofy. Game consists of stupid and simple missions joined with toothless storyline. True gamers are not led by graphics and music. A bad game cannot be hidden behind «new experiences and extraordinary adventures» that do not working!… Expand
  14. Tickytec
    Aug 18, 2022
    6
    Let's be honest here, it doesn't deserve any 10s and 9s. It's worse that the original game. I was waiting for half a year for bugs to be fixed and some of them are quite persistent. Can you imagine, that in this game sometimes the loot just disappears in front of your face? And this is happening with stupid random loot system. Weapons irritated me the most. Like why do you put the sameLet's be honest here, it doesn't deserve any 10s and 9s. It's worse that the original game. I was waiting for half a year for bugs to be fixed and some of them are quite persistent. Can you imagine, that in this game sometimes the loot just disappears in front of your face? And this is happening with stupid random loot system. Weapons irritated me the most. Like why do you put the same effects for arrows or bombs or whatever in the same weapon? Why do I grind like an insane person to get a legendary bow and you give me normal arrows and two types of plasma arrows with different amount of damage? Why some blue and purple weapons are better and more interesting in terms of projectiles than legendary? Costumes don't even worth all the hustle you have to go through. Why some details on machines just disappear if you don't shoot them before it dies? How stupid is that? What difference does is make if I shoot it or don't shoot it? It's just a drag to make it longer. I don't even want to start talking about weapon improvement and how much time you need to improve each weapon and armour.

    Climbing is an unresponsive joke where you have to click R3 every time to check if Alloy can climb.
    Movement on top of machines is like a hello to Roach from Witcher 3. It catches every bush, tree and stump and doesn't move anymore. If you made it like a shout-out to Geralt - good job there.

    The ending was clearly remade to make the third game, because it is sooo stupid. I'm 100 percent sure, that originally this was planned like a final ending and was changed to get some more buck from the 3rd game.

    I can mention some positives as well:
    For example character animations in dialogues are great (even though the dialogues themselves are too long and mostly boring). For some reason reminded me of Cyberpunk animations is dialogues a bit.
    The world looks great (even though it has lots of limitation in terms of graphics because of PS4 version).

    Sony, don't play these games with us. Don't even try CoD or Assassin's Creed business model - it will backfire.    … Expand
  15. JeffSilvestre
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Sony wins !! Game incrível !lindo ,história sensacional.Novo patamar de gráficos
  16. DevotedAssassin
    Feb 25, 2022
    9
    Elden Ring trolls are review bombing HFW for no reason. This game is amazing but not perfect. Side quest and characters are more intriguing than the first game. You can customize the game difficulty to fit your play style and still be able to get the platinum trophy.
  17. Bola111190
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    the great grhapics and the details in secundary misions....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
  18. Akleol
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Horizon forbidden west is an absolute masterpiece ! It is way better than the first one in terms of gameplay, graphics, works design, story. I absolutely enjoyed playing this game from the beginning till the end.
  19. Lother
    Mar 2, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horizon 1 vs Horizon 2 differences

    H1 - Post apocalyptic world full of brutal tribes and characters who clearly live in a harsh world
    H2 - Everyone is upbeat. Voice actors for the Tenakth which EVERYONE seems to fear, talk like anyone you'd meet in any US city. You'd expect them to be like Klingons or something, but no.

    H1 - Diverse without shoving it down your throat, races, women warriors, etc
    H2 - Game has multiple "Furiosa" antagonists. The "Sons" of Prometheus are something like 70% women, also led by a woman. toughest warrior in the land? An old lady. Leaders of the "Sons"? A woman. Leader of the Tenakth rebels? Woman. Some scenes in the game clearly were designed by committee: "ok, we need 50% women, 50% minorities".

    H1 - Aloy is a complex protagonist you can relate to, caring, kind, a true paragon
    H2 - Aloy is a bloodthirsty b33y@tch who says multiple times she's going to MURDER the bad guy.

    It genuinely feels like 3/4 of any quest giver I meet is a woman. Poorly written character, super upbeat and "current day". All this in a post apocalyptic world.

    How could they nail down the tone so well in H1, but screw it up so bad in H2.

    This is what happens with forced diversity. Every. Single. Time.

    Did the creators of the game really understand what they were doing when they have you constantly take out 3/4 of all hostile NPCs who are skinny bald women.

    H2 clearly throws the tone it set in H1 out the window because some progressive studio manager handed out checkbox and demanded every part of the game conform to it.

    Oh, you want a review as well? Ok, here you go:

    Pros:
    - Looks very pretty

    Cons:
    - More bugs than a Ubisoft game, map markers not updating after clearing/collecting things, even fell through the map
    - Janky climbing
    - Combat system is a joke. Enemies give NO telegraph for their movements, no way to prepare to counter them, just dodge like crazy and hope to land a hit first. No way to lock on either.
    - Gliding SUCKS, you'd think it would have the same velocity as BOTW, but no, it barely moves forward.
    - Some locations can only be reached by doing the aforementioned janky climbing and jumping, hoping to not fall off the steep mountain side.
    - Some cringe moments with the story, rips off Superman with these Kryptonion type faction that is super powerful and stuff. Btw, the main enemy of the game is a bunch of elites corporates who have been alive since the Fall. They are comically evil, but hey, gotta score those WOKE points, right?    … Expand
  20. vkrepkiy
    Feb 23, 2022
    3
    Irrational, stupid story, awful characters. Visual is awesome. +3 points for graphic! Lost money, game is very bad.
  21. h4ck3rz1n3
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    The game is awesome! From the new character model to new light techniques in game (like the surface scattering), the game is a feast for the eyes!
    Gameplay is solid, keeping the same structure of Horizon Zero Dawn, and expanding it with more weapons, more skills, more hunting challenges.
    I am 15h into the story and I’m loving every bit of it!
  22. ErXiM
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    In my opinion it is a brilliant game but it isnt perfect in any thing it does. So if you liked zero dawn it is perfect game for you.
  23. Nativeboy23ac
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing an is an enjoyable game from start to finish which allows you to become lost in its virtual mythology. The gameplay, sounds and graphics mechanics all of it work hand-in-hand to make an amazing and gorgeous PS5 title. It’s also beautifully written and directed by the developers with fantastic voice acting and a soundtrack that sounds it has been taken from a HollywoodThis game is amazing an is an enjoyable game from start to finish which allows you to become lost in its virtual mythology. The gameplay, sounds and graphics mechanics all of it work hand-in-hand to make an amazing and gorgeous PS5 title. It’s also beautifully written and directed by the developers with fantastic voice acting and a soundtrack that sounds it has been taken from a Hollywood blockbuster which makes this game a masterpiece on the PlayStation 5 and a must play game… no, masterpiece of 2022… Expand
  24. Neurotiix
    Mar 1, 2022
    4
    Le pongo un 4 como persona que se ha jugado el anterior Horizon. Literalmente es todo lo mismo, combate, animaciones, incluso me atreveria a decir que el combate es peor ya que estamos en pleno 2022 y sigo sin sentir un feedback en el combate. La historia como tal me esta gustando bastante pero el juego es infumable, tenia pensado platinarmelo como el anterior pero creo que me rusheare laLe pongo un 4 como persona que se ha jugado el anterior Horizon. Literalmente es todo lo mismo, combate, animaciones, incluso me atreveria a decir que el combate es peor ya que estamos en pleno 2022 y sigo sin sentir un feedback en el combate. La historia como tal me esta gustando bastante pero el juego es infumable, tenia pensado platinarmelo como el anterior pero creo que me rusheare la historia y lo borraré.… Expand
  25. Vanaheim
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Une tuerie graphique ! Dans la veine du 1er, pas de grandes révolutions mais un jeu efficace et addictif ! Bon travail Guerrilla.
  26. Sparky1Up
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Just doing my bit to counteract the obvious salty Xbox fanboys bombing the reviews. Was gonna give it a 9 but thought I'd give it a 10 seeing as people can't be nice. Graphics are stunning, gameplay is what you expect after the original and the new machines are impeccably animated. The map is huge and the environments look stunning. Undoubtedly this will be looked at once this generationJust doing my bit to counteract the obvious salty Xbox fanboys bombing the reviews. Was gonna give it a 9 but thought I'd give it a 10 seeing as people can't be nice. Graphics are stunning, gameplay is what you expect after the original and the new machines are impeccably animated. The map is huge and the environments look stunning. Undoubtedly this will be looked at once this generation comes to an end as one of the highlights on Sony's catalogue. Not perfect but definitely memorable.… Expand
  27. Frettchen98
    Mar 2, 2022
    9
    Für mich eines der besten Spiele der letzten Monate. Kleine Grafik Bugs sind mir bei 50 Std. Spielzeit nur eins zwei mal aufgefallen. Ansonsten läuft das Spiel super
  28. Fhaheenk
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    I'm reviewing this after about spending 12hours in the game. So who knows maybe I'll come back and edit this. But till now I am in awe. I loved the first game and this one is just better in every way. Guerrilla kept everything that worked in the first game whilst advancing combat and traversal in meaningful ways to create a spectacular entry in the series. I can't wait to see what they do next.
  29. Hercules_black
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Jogo mais que maravilhoso,
    História cativante .
    Novas modalidades de game play Gráficos incríveis Visual de máquinas e personagens impecáveis . Ambientação realista Suavidade e precisão dos controladores Trilha sonora linda e comovente Ótima Performance Sem dúvidas um grande indicado a game do ano . Parabéns Guerrilla e Sony PlayStation por nos proporcionar Essa obra de arte .    Jogo mais que maravilhoso,
    História cativante .
    Novas modalidades de game play
    Gráficos incríveis
    Visual de máquinas e personagens impecáveis .
    Ambientação realista
    Suavidade e precisão dos controladores
    Trilha sonora linda e comovente
    Ótima Performance
    Sem dúvidas um grande indicado a game do ano .
    Parabéns Guerrilla e Sony PlayStation por nos proporcionar
    Essa obra de arte .
  30. delacruz2480
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    Improves everything from the first game I wanted more story stuff earlier in the game though
  31. klidisp
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    The game is a great, super hooked. Been taking my time with it, exploring every inch of the world. 15hr into the game and i have just started the forbidden west part of the game. Cant wait to see where the story will go this time.
  32. GreatGandalf
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is phenomenal. The graphics, the story. Perfect game. Propably game of the year if God of War doesn't come out this year.
  33. KScyther
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    The game absolutely delivers what a sequel should. The graphics are 10/10, story is 10/10, mechanics and combat is 10/10 . Please avoid negative reviews, if you have played zero dawn, this game is a must. And also the best graphics in an open world right now.
  34. Cheeter
    Jun 18, 2022
    2
    Если у вас есть ПК рекомендую не терять времени на эту игру, разве что вы большой любитель хорошей графики. Forbiden West невыносимо проходить, огромных усилий воли стоило терпеть главную героиню и основной ублюдский сюжет(Если вы не способны полностью отключить мозг во время игры, я не врач, но очень рекомендую не играть в это). Геймплей никак не поменялся, как стреляли из лукаЕсли у вас есть ПК рекомендую не терять времени на эту игру, разве что вы большой любитель хорошей графики. Forbiden West невыносимо проходить, огромных усилий воли стоило терпеть главную героиню и основной ублюдский сюжет(Если вы не способны полностью отключить мозг во время игры, я не врач, но очень рекомендую не играть в это). Геймплей никак не поменялся, как стреляли из лука автоматными очередями так и продолжаем. Больше мне сказать нечего, играть можно только ради графики, а в целом не рекомендую никому.… Expand
  35. proplayer1
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Mucho mejor que su predecesor, mucho mas entretenido y con una calidad de contenido importante. Me está encantado. Las nueva rueda de habilidades de Aloy lo hace un completísimo juego, infinidad de nuevas habilidades e infinidad de nuevas máquinas a las que abatir. Las secundarias son buenísimas hasta el punto de que estoy haciendo mas secundarias que principales de momento. Gráficos muyMucho mejor que su predecesor, mucho mas entretenido y con una calidad de contenido importante. Me está encantado. Las nueva rueda de habilidades de Aloy lo hace un completísimo juego, infinidad de nuevas habilidades e infinidad de nuevas máquinas a las que abatir. Las secundarias son buenísimas hasta el punto de que estoy haciendo mas secundarias que principales de momento. Gráficos muy buenos . Resumiendo de lo mejor de este año y firme candidato a el GOTY 2022
    PD: esta reseña la escribí hace meses cuando salió, lo he vuelto a jugar para intentar llegar al 100% y el juego ha mejorado gráficamente desde su salida, y la fluidez es exquisita, me estoy entreteniendo más que con las misiones principales. IMPRENSCINDIBLE    … Expand
  36. mmrobins
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Best open world game I've played (including Elden Ring which I'm about 10 hours into). Very much an improvement on Horizon Zero Dawn, with just enough new to keep it interesting. That said, if you didn't like Zero Dawn, you probably won't like this either. I get that some people think there's too much talking and exposition dump, but I very much enjoy the depth of the sstory as aBest open world game I've played (including Elden Ring which I'm about 10 hours into). Very much an improvement on Horizon Zero Dawn, with just enough new to keep it interesting. That said, if you didn't like Zero Dawn, you probably won't like this either. I get that some people think there's too much talking and exposition dump, but I very much enjoy the depth of the sstory as a complement to the rest of the gameplay.… Expand
  37. Yarro7
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    A truly masterpiece. I had no crashes or bugs in 25H playtime. The open world is fantastic at every corner you can find something.. just beautiful.
  38. DaPhil
    May 8, 2022
    10
    THIS is the reason to buy a PS5!

    The game takes the strength of its predecessor and pushes it to the next level while fixing pretty much all of its issues. The entire game looks like a goddamn cutscene. The sound is atmospheric and fitting. All of the ps5 features like 3D audio, adaptive trigger or the haptic feedback been used very well. The story is awesome. The game is packed with    THIS is the reason to buy a PS5!

    The game takes the strength of its predecessor and pushes it to the next level while fixing pretty much all of its issues. The entire game looks like a goddamn cutscene. The sound is atmospheric and fitting. All of the ps5 features like 3D audio, adaptive trigger or the haptic feedback been used very well. The story is awesome. The game is packed with content and feels bigger than zero dawn (even though it should be smaller). Everyone that owns a ps5 should have this game. It is a masterpiece!    … Expand
  39. KatanaJoe89
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    A beautiful game.

    Everything has been improved from the original. Weapons feel better, traversing is more smooth, environments are more varied, NPC's are more interesting and organic.

    And yea, it's so beautiful looking. Highly recommended
  40. Eaifontes
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    HFW it’s amazing It's one of the best games I've ever played. simply wonderful and very well done even for PS4 reapply a beautiful feat of Guerrilla Games. Congratulations for everyone.
  41. BenLight
    Feb 23, 2022
    3
    Me jugué el primero y muy buena historia, al igual que esta, el problema para mi es la niebla, es exagerada, tambien la animacion de cuando recoge hierbas y otras cosas, odie esa animacion pues hay veces que estas peliendo con una bestia mecánica y pasas recogiendo una hierva o planta, y esta animación es muy lenta y me frustró en mi caso. Los gráficos se ven bien, tenía que verse bien yaMe jugué el primero y muy buena historia, al igual que esta, el problema para mi es la niebla, es exagerada, tambien la animacion de cuando recoge hierbas y otras cosas, odie esa animacion pues hay veces que estas peliendo con una bestia mecánica y pasas recogiendo una hierva o planta, y esta animación es muy lenta y me frustró en mi caso. Los gráficos se ven bien, tenía que verse bien ya en esta generación, así mismo espero que con un parche soluciones el gameplay cuando estas en la etapa de plataformas, a veces se me congelo el juego pero aun así seguí, no me rompió la experiencia, salvo la animacion de recoger cosas. Tambine el pelo de Aloy, siento que tiene vida propia, a veces salta de la nada, pero de ahí todo lo demás es regular.… Expand
  42. ReignIsLive
    Mar 3, 2022
    9
    Amazing game, beautiful to look at and an absolute overhaul of its predecessor. Best next gen game so far, nothing you can fund on any other console. Side missions are also good as the main missions and the story is amazing. A must own game!
    I would recommend everyone to play this On PS5, looks breathtaking, crisp, fantastic.
  43. Tonyo92
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    Amazing graphics the world is beautiful the story the combat the new enemy types more upgrades very very very good job guerilla!! Playstation/Sony is making the best games in the world!!!
  44. Goku_5297
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I bought Zero Dawn when COVID first started and thankfully it made lockdown bearable. It was my 1st platinum and I instantly fell in love. Horizon Forbidden West is no different. Called in sick to get the disc as early as possible. The game exceeds in every aspect of its predecessor. The game is so visually stunning and lively you just can't take your eyes off. The character models are soI bought Zero Dawn when COVID first started and thankfully it made lockdown bearable. It was my 1st platinum and I instantly fell in love. Horizon Forbidden West is no different. Called in sick to get the disc as early as possible. The game exceeds in every aspect of its predecessor. The game is so visually stunning and lively you just can't take your eyes off. The character models are so well detailed. Expressions are on point and at some points you'll just admire aloy for her Expressions. Gameplay was really smooth. The machines are STUNNING and so incredibly well done. I work 10 hour shifts but all I wanna do after getting home is play Horizon Forbidden West. I just didn't want to put my controller down. The perfect sequel. The current best game for Ps5. Great work by team Guerrilla. 10/10… Expand
  45. Kong2x
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    Don’t pay attention to the Xbox fanboys failed attempt to review bomb another great ps exclusive title. It’s really good game.
  46. Biop
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Awesome graphics and story! I couldn't have wished for a better sequel.ever since I got older the urge to play was gone but this game got me back to my roots as a games by heart!
  47. RyeMoo
    Feb 25, 2022
    9
    The game is an absolute banger! Well don Guerilla!! Great graphics, story, gameplay. Some minor issues but nothing to moan about. Love it!
  48. bk1
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic gameplay, idea, story, graphic. Must play for all open world fans.… Expand
  49. martinezm31
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Awesome game, the best so far this year and a strong candidate for GOTY. Super recommended if you have a Playstation.
  50. Hitman-86-Ayema
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    I love this game can't stop playing it.. combat is sick! World is beautiful....
  51. Barbii
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Jogo com historia e graficos incriveis, a Aloy mostrando que pra ser uma Deusa nao precisa ser padraozinho, nao precisa nem jogar o primeiro pq o game já se auto explica
  52. PotatoGames
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Beautiful game, with engaging side quests that don't feel like "sidequests", wonderful story, great accessibility options, and a jaw dropping world. Took the great things from the first game and improved on them.
  53. Mitchelxt
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Excelente videojuego !! Gran trabajo de Sony y guerrilla games !!!!!Es loas bonito que jugaras en este año!!
  54. JayMonkeyPants
    Jun 18, 2022
    2
    This company has some audacity to get pissy with Elden Ring for taaking away the spotlight, but if it wasnt such a horrible time playing this maybe so SO many players left this game because, well, melee combat is STILL abysmal and they also made it more complicated while also making it just as useless as it was in the first game, so congratulations on that....climbing anything exceptThis company has some audacity to get pissy with Elden Ring for taaking away the spotlight, but if it wasnt such a horrible time playing this maybe so SO many players left this game because, well, melee combat is STILL abysmal and they also made it more complicated while also making it just as useless as it was in the first game, so congratulations on that....climbing anything except scripted climbing is about as much fun as climbing in assassing creed 1, want to climb up, nope she'll just grt stuck, wamt to jump off, nope not here, only in places we deem fit, can i climb this mountain that looks identical to the one 5 feet from me, nope, why? arbitrary bull is why, bad programming and poor execution of code. You dont want people to leave your game for a far superior one, then get your **** **** together.… Expand
  55. roxxkie97
    Apr 8, 2022
    4
    Plot's a little all over the place but it's good. What the **** in some places but good. I do think the pacing needs to be fixed. The original plot regarding the blight from the trailer only matters for a very, very brief time. It's never mentioned again after it's completed. Too much to do. I don't think the Hunting Grounds should've been included, as there are also arena, melee pits, andPlot's a little all over the place but it's good. What the **** in some places but good. I do think the pacing needs to be fixed. The original plot regarding the blight from the trailer only matters for a very, very brief time. It's never mentioned again after it's completed. Too much to do. I don't think the Hunting Grounds should've been included, as there are also arena, melee pits, and gauntlet runs, all of which are difficult save for the Hunting Grounds. There's too much and it's not worth getting the legendary weapons because of how difficult it is to complete those things. Sucks the fun out of the game. I wasn't expecting it to be like the original but holy **** they nerfed it and not always in a good way. Combos suck ass so good luck trying to complete the melee pits. I don't how they made such a difficult combo system and thought, "Yeah, this is good." They're basically unplayable. It sucks and honestly has made me rage quit more than once. If they should be fixing anything, it's that, not the Legendary Weapons stats. Don't know why they thought that was more important to fix instead of the other issues. With the most recent update, human enemies like to do the cha cha slide across the screen upon their death. Not really a complaint with that one, but is entertaining and albeit terrifying when they slide up next to you silently.… Expand
  56. rubcarso
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Much more complex and beautiful world, much better playability, sound, ... a master piece running on PS5.
  57. EricBjg
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Jogo lindo, gigante, divertido e com uma história de ficção muito inteligente.
  58. Szymki
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbbeden West is Game of year 2022. This game is most ex od PlayStation
  59. WolfXkami
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    a awesome game awesome graphics and animations might be my favorite mascot after ghost of Tsushima
  60. Aksbagga69
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This game is awesome,a few bugs here and there but still breataking,it's a strong game of the year contender,the best thing in this is the open world, grafics, story
  61. Yldzyl1
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    İ love this game. Musics, Graphics, Story, Characters are best. Guerilla built a Masterpiece!
  62. Gamingfan35
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    It is a great game. Graphics are good gameplay wise it plays great. Also how can people give this game a zero or a one that's means the game don't work.
  63. Drift2
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game ever on playstation one of the best game on the year
    I love it    … Expand
  64. Nikita_S02
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Very nice, beautiful and interesting game. Not without problems, but a very good sequel to a not so good game
  65. cok3rz
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Es increíble este juego, gráficamente es lo mejor que he visto nunca, una gran mejora en las misiones secundarias, las expresiones de los personajes es increíble, la jugabilidad es una pasada y mejora mucho respeto a la primera parte. La exploración una delicia, por no hablar de lo bien hecho que está el agua y poder explorar el fondo que es precioso.
  66. xEljazwii
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Game looks amazing graphically, and it's a huge upgrade from the last game, have a few bugs but im sure these will be fixed in no time and the game will run as smoothly as the last one!
  67. LOGAN2012
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    겜 전작보다 예술적이고 서브퀘스트도 전작보다 많이 발전했네요 제로던을 해본 유저라면 이번작도 꼭해보셔야 할것입니다 이겜은 정말로 최고에요
  68. ANikbaxt
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Such a great game with awesome story telling , amusing gameplay with lots of new features and some best soundtracks combined with the best graphics ever on consoles
    I just criticize #Metacritic for giving permission to such inappropriate sites such as #stevivor and #washingtonpost to give all scores they want without any logic The reviewer gives 6 out of 10 because of easiness in the game    Such a great game with awesome story telling , amusing gameplay with lots of new features and some best soundtracks combined with the best graphics ever on consoles
    I just criticize #Metacritic for giving permission to such inappropriate sites such as #stevivor and #washingtonpost to give all scores they want without any logic The reviewer gives 6 out of 10 because of easiness in the game and confirms that he played the game on easy difficulty I personally wants from metacritic to remove these inappropriate and un professional websites for gaming and doesn't waste a 5 year of hardness and work of a studio    … Expand
  69. chales1050
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This is the best game you will get on any next game console and i can see it being my game of the year. If you have a PS5 there is no reason what so ever not to run and get this game ASAP. Fantastic game. A true gem!!!
  70. Bulldorez
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Отличная игра, красивейшая природа. Зимой самое то, что нужно. В первую часть не играл, эта очень понравилась. Хотя, обычно, игры с открытым миром обхожу стороной.
  71. Rafa04
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Really god game put 24 hours yet and I’m ready to look further in the game the Story is impressive and the graphics are the best from the game it delivers what next gen really Meant to be
  72. Alexis_Arjay
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West mejora las mecánicas de su antecesor, la jugabilidad se mantiene con un basto de mecánicas nuevas para explorar y aplicar a la hora del combate. La historia es envolvente dando ese sentimiento de continuidad en la historia llevado de una manera en la que no se siente complicado de seguir si es que se jugó antes el Horizon Zero Dawn.
  73. itsRuthless
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Great adventure game/action game but with some bugs that can be fixed but still a great game.
  74. Kl1125
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    I’m amazed how beautiful is this game and how well written every quest in this story (not just the main one!). It is absolutely the best game I played since Witcher 3!
  75. Sandowal
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece...GAMEPLAY ,GRAPHICS, SIDEQUESTS,MAINQUEST Cant stop playing
    I love it
  76. usuke634
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    It has evolved orthodoxly and is very wonderful. The dissatisfaction element of the previous work is completely dispelled. The video is very nice and I don't care about the loading time. Definitely a great game.
  77. Ghoost_Guardian
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Excelente jogo, retrabalhado em cima do que já tinha dado certo , sem mudanças bruscas de gameplay , e sim , acréscimos na jogabilidade e extras , que para mim foi um ponto muito positivo , o bestiário foi estendido e adicionado variantes das máquinas ( AWESOME !! ) ,essas features" novas estão dando um fator "longplay" muito boa, as arenas , o jogo de tabuleiro, a exploração debaixoExcelente jogo, retrabalhado em cima do que já tinha dado certo , sem mudanças bruscas de gameplay , e sim , acréscimos na jogabilidade e extras , que para mim foi um ponto muito positivo , o bestiário foi estendido e adicionado variantes das máquinas ( AWESOME !! ) ,essas features" novas estão dando um fator "longplay" muito boa, as arenas , o jogo de tabuleiro, a exploração debaixo d'água, a árvore de habilidades , a fauna bastante rica ! O que não gostei , mas acho que isso não reflete na minha nota final , são alguns pop in , que tenho certeza que será concertado !Enfim, Excelente trabalhando da guerrilha !… Expand
  78. mr_snoozlzzz
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This game is incredible, i haven't stopped playing it since launch. I spent about 6 hours alone in the introduction area, I always got distracted with things to do. All the side quests are worthwhile and the activities are all fun. You can solve a tomb raider style ruin puzzle, or fight tough enemies and train in a melee fighting pit. They also turn an overused trope in the open worldThis game is incredible, i haven't stopped playing it since launch. I spent about 6 hours alone in the introduction area, I always got distracted with things to do. All the side quests are worthwhile and the activities are all fun. You can solve a tomb raider style ruin puzzle, or fight tough enemies and train in a melee fighting pit. They also turn an overused trope in the open world genre into a fun side activity, you have to solve parcour puzzles to climb tallnecks which reveals the map for you. The story, while not being incredible like other sony games, is always ingaging and will keep you excited for what's gonna come next. The world is incredibly beautiful and very dense, I could spend hours exploring it alone. This is the best looking game i have ever played!
    My favorite part though is the combat. The combat is so complex, yet easy to get a hold of. There are tons of different weapons with different elemental effects and quirks. The machine design is phenomenal. Every maching has a few different ways of effectively taking it out, weakspots, and even some machines have weapons you can shoot off to use yourself. There are a vast variety of traps you can take your enemies out with. The melee combat is incredible too, there are many combos and abilities to master.    … Expand
  79. Kaue578
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Melhor mundo aberto que já ví,fora toda a história que o jogo consegue desenvolver de um jeito muito bom
  80. BigDad02
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    É nítido a todo o momento o cuidado em cada detalhe que a equipe da Guerrilla teve. Gráficos impressionantes, gameplay incrível e história excelente. Tecnicamente perfeito, supera o seu antecessor, que ja era incrível. Infelizmente uma galera que nunca jogou o jogo está vindo aqui para dar nora 0, visando desqualificar a qualidade por ser um jogo exclusivo - Para eles, deve valer tudoÉ nítido a todo o momento o cuidado em cada detalhe que a equipe da Guerrilla teve. Gráficos impressionantes, gameplay incrível e história excelente. Tecnicamente perfeito, supera o seu antecessor, que ja era incrível. Infelizmente uma galera que nunca jogou o jogo está vindo aqui para dar nora 0, visando desqualificar a qualidade por ser um jogo exclusivo - Para eles, deve valer tudo pela guerra de consoles. Isso é lamentável demais. Mas enfim, quem quiser jogar, pode ir sem medo, porquê o jogo está incrível. Candidato certo para o GOTY.

    I    … Expand
  81. Tclare
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Incredible graphics, 4 k, great story and even the side quests feel like main quests. You will spend hours playing this. Well well worth a buy
  82. inuzukas
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    one of the best games of all time, aloy is charismatic and very beautiful and the scenery is absurdly wonderful!
  83. ndmartin2015
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    World is vibrant and fun to explore. The machine difficulty has been ramped up with a lot more machines to battle as well. Story is engaging, and the side quests are actually fun and rewarding compared to HZD. Character dialogue is vastly improved.
  84. Era51
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    You can’t keep a good game down, that’s why even with the 0/10 votes from people who don’t own a PS, this game has a score of 8. I love it, the graphics are amazing and the gameplay fun and diverse.
  85. shadowgrey151
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Best Open world game since Breath of the wild. Honestly, graphics are mind-blowing
    i am paying for quality and i get this from a PLAYSTATION exclusive game
    HFW = Masterpiece
  86. Dominik603
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Great Gameplay much better than in Horizon zero dawn. The Graphics are unbeliveable
  87. Yoshikage
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Super Idol 的笑容 都没你的甜 八月正午的阳光 都没你耀眼 热爱 105 °C的你 滴滴清纯的蒸馏水 你不知道你有多可爱 跌倒后会傻笑着再站起来 你从来都不轻言失败 对梦想的执着一直不曾更改 很安心 当你对我说 不怕有我在 放
  88. Onthehorizon69
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Graphics are the best I've ever seen on console. Amazing story and openworld game play. Will easily go down as a potential game of the year.
  89. ARIAN_SH_82
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    ((Horizon forbidden west)) is the best game I have ever played this year. 10
  90. Ax345
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    It's a great game and although the ps4 version has some bugs, the story and the gameplay are very entertaining, I recommend it.
  91. 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
  92. 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
  93. 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....
  94. 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
  95. 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.
  96. 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
  97. TheGenie
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    An amazing sequel taking Aloy on a new adventure with new and improved mechanics and incredible graphics
  98. Nukey
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not finished it yet obviously but it's every bit as good as Horizon Zero Dawn, the new enemies are spectacular… Expand
  99. Claus1334
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The AAA ps-Videogame is a overwhelming game in the sense of grafik. I have to say, it was from the start one straight line of events, it isnt like ZERO DAWN in FORBIDDEN WEST, you knew everything after you found Beta. I have to say i only had one thing that wasnt (fluid) working well, that was when there were 3 sandstorms or the city of Texas, because of the whole dripping water. If this happens, you can just restart the game, bang its fixed. I have to say, i read a lot of Megacritic 0 scores. I wasnt convinced that they even played the game, when they made a account just for this. I also read a lot of performance mode. I have to say i never used it. Because it always worked well. The last thing i have to say is thank you to everyone that found my review helpful… Expand
  100. VitalieP
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    10h in. By no means a perfect game, but it does seem to improve almost everything I loved about the original, along with few annoying traits, but this time with an incredible boost in storytelling, graphics and combat system. Free movement is not ideal, but it's still great. The world is very dense and it feels like there's almost too much stuff, particularly on PS5 Fidelity mode. It's10h in. By no means a perfect game, but it does seem to improve almost everything I loved about the original, along with few annoying traits, but this time with an incredible boost in storytelling, graphics and combat system. Free movement is not ideal, but it's still great. The world is very dense and it feels like there's almost too much stuff, particularly on PS5 Fidelity mode. It's such a joy to play, particularity with all the cheeky side quests and characters.

    Not perfect, but pretty goddamn close :)    … Expand
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#7 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022
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#2 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 127 Critic Reviews

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