Horizon Forbidden West

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  1. FlorinT
    Feb 24, 2022
    5
    Great game, great graphics and interesting story. For a sequel my experience so far in the game has been great
  2. Hazman
    May 9, 2023
    6
    Horizon forbidden west is mediocrity at its finest. Although the combat, World, and graphics are great, the characters lack depth, and the story is unconnected and boring. The game feels like it is not a full package, and while I believe there’s enjoyment in this game, I regretfully remember my 35 hours with the game.
  3. Zeltiko2018
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can see this game like a continuation of horizon zero dawn. It has so many aspects similar to the first. This game is good, but you could say -I had done this before. Good but repetitive… Expand
  4. Shaarr3
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    It’s actually waaaay better than the first game. Story is well done along with combats and elements. Enjoyed it so much.
    There are some minor issues but they don’t really affect the game play.
    I liked how much they had progressed from the first one, I mean they really added much new stuff to make it more realistic and enjoyable.
  5. Fearful_Tuna
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    It’s hilarious reading all of the trolls review bombs of this game. It truly shows in their texts how they never even touched the game lol!! It’s not even about the games anymore, you have those that just intentionally come in to hate something just to be edgy, and then you have those that hate on the game just so they can justify the games that are on their piece of plastic. This isIt’s hilarious reading all of the trolls review bombs of this game. It truly shows in their texts how they never even touched the game lol!! It’s not even about the games anymore, you have those that just intentionally come in to hate something just to be edgy, and then you have those that hate on the game just so they can justify the games that are on their piece of plastic. This is definitely one of the best games I’ve played in a long time. It looks absolutely stunning on my PS5, the combat is smooth and fun as ever, the music helps set the tone throughout the game, the characters have really come to life, and it’s essentially improved in the very few ways it fell short by its predecessor. 10/10 would recommend.

    And to all of the people that hate on the game just to hate it, while hundreds of hard working members that worked their tails off to make this game for the last year…….should be shot in the face lol    … Expand
  6. cbartondock
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Story: It would have been very, very difficult to exceed the stunning sci-fi revelations in the original game, Horizon Zero Dawn. While HFW does throw some wonderful new twists into the mix, it does not quite match up to the awe I felt in HZD when Project Zero Dawn was revealed. I was blinking back tears at the ambition, scientific prowess, and sacrifice required to get it done. That said, while the science fiction doesn't quite measure up to the first game (it is still great!) the characters and growth of interpersonal relationships are quite a bit better. My single biggest complaint about the story was the absolute emotional gut punch that came near the end. Really took the wind out of my sails. Another complaint I have is that the story hinges on Aloy overcoming her "go it alone" pathology and building up team of fellow badasses to take on new threats, but continued to have her be more or less solely responsible for saving the day. This is a perpetual problem of the hero fantasy genre - if the other characters are great and well written, as they are here, they deserve to shine and have meaningful victories independent of the protagonist.

    The World: The lore building in HZD was first class, and that continues to be the case in the sequel. Data-points abound with new revelations about the old ones and their myriad interpretations by the various tribes. Side quests are also excellent this time around, with much better voice acting and motion capture giving the sense that the world is richly populated and churning with intrigue. On top of all that, the world looks absolutely stunning. Best looking environments I have ever seen, and they are much more diverse than the first game. From underwater caves hidden in snowy mountaintops to the tidal pools of a ruined San Francisco, the natural world is a main character of this franchise and it shows. The machines also feel more varied and deadly this go around. Come unprepared to a fight and some of them are down right terrifying.

    The Mechanics: Combat is much more complex this time around, for better and worse. Weapon diversity is great, but I felt that in order to figure out which weapons were actually the most effective I would have had to endlessly grind at the upgrade treadmill. So I just picked a few favorites and focused on them. As in the first entry, combat feels awesome. Machines are fast and lethal, but so is Aloy. The biggest mechanical complaint I have is with climbing. The focus system feels clunky - like a debug tool that accidentally got left in the game. I realize climbing systems are hard and that the terrain here is much more complex than in Breath of the Wild, but nevertheless climbing feels like a weak point of an otherwise visceral exploration experience. I should also add that several pain points of the first game - for example too much time spent in inventory menus - have been cleverly addressed in HFW.

    Overall: Buy it. Will almost certainly be my game of the year.    … Expand
  7. marvsfontanilla
    Mar 14, 2022
    9
    Story: 8
    Graphics: 9
    Sound: 9
    Gameplay: 9
    Game Time: +100 Hours (Main Story + Extra)
  8. nsomaley
    Mar 1, 2022
    9
    The graphics are incredible. The story is fascinating. The characters are gripping. The game play is fun.

    Some notes on why not a perfect 10... There are some glitches. When I kill a flying creature, sometimes they will stand up in the sky where I cannot loot them. I wish Aloy still had a bit more innocence about her. I feel like she now thinks that she is the bomb. I don't    The graphics are incredible. The story is fascinating. The characters are gripping. The game play is fun.

    Some notes on why not a perfect 10... There are some glitches. When I kill a flying creature, sometimes they will stand up in the sky where I cannot loot them. I wish Aloy still had a bit more innocence about her. I feel like she now thinks that she is the bomb. I don't know, I didn't create the character, but what I loved about her in ZD was that she really needs to discover herself just as much as she needs to discover the world that she is a part of. Her discovery was relatable as Aloy and the player could learn about themselves together.

    I would also love to see a new game plus option on the horizon. [On proof reading, I just realized the pun here, so forgive the cheesy pun, but I kindof love it, so it is staying... ]

    Also, just a matter of personal preference, the combat was a bit over complicated, but I understand some people would love it like that.
    The robots are super cool in this one too and some of the other unexpected enemies are sure to delight as well.    … Expand
  9. L0_GUN9
    Apr 6, 2022
    9
    Game is amazing, only reason it is not ten is because at times the pacing can be bad with tons of cutscenes but overall amazing
  10. Tommycbs
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    I was worried this would be as good as the first which I thought was so unique and groundbreaking. It is my all time favourite game so it had a lot to live up to. Well it beat all expectations. The story somehow recreates that feeling I had during the first one and makes it even better. It is such a amazing and unique story. The graphics are the best to date and the world is breathtaking.I was worried this would be as good as the first which I thought was so unique and groundbreaking. It is my all time favourite game so it had a lot to live up to. Well it beat all expectations. The story somehow recreates that feeling I had during the first one and makes it even better. It is such a amazing and unique story. The graphics are the best to date and the world is breathtaking. This is an absolute must play for everyone… Expand
  11. Duncs12345
    Sep 3, 2022
    9
    An excellent game which is fun and adventurous. I enjoyed the gameplay mechanics and level design. However, I found the story line too political at points and I didn't find Aloy likeable.
  12. yangfanhong
    Jun 4, 2022
    8
    It’s glad to see the successor of one of my favorite game narrations, though it’s not as distinct as the first one.
  13. truth_radio
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Bigger and better than its predecessor in every way, Horizon: Forbidden West sets the stage for even bigger stakes, which can lead many to feel as if it truly is the 2nd of a trilogy. However, Guerrilla has improved upon the open world ten-fold, building interesting tribes and characters with depth and nuance. Where HZD had me bored, HFW has me captivated. The visuals are truly somethingBigger and better than its predecessor in every way, Horizon: Forbidden West sets the stage for even bigger stakes, which can lead many to feel as if it truly is the 2nd of a trilogy. However, Guerrilla has improved upon the open world ten-fold, building interesting tribes and characters with depth and nuance. Where HZD had me bored, HFW has me captivated. The visuals are truly something to behold, the various environments and biomes you visit, combined with the epic old world ruins you will encounter, this game is really a testament to the marvel of great modern-day video gaming.… Expand
  14. solokuhn
    Aug 12, 2023
    4
    Horizon Forbidden West falls short as a follow-up to Guerrilla's initial success, "Horizon Zero Dawn." The game grapples with establishing its unique identity and crafting an open world that, though visually stunning, contradicts and mars the gameplay experience. While the storyline ambitiously expands, it suffers for it, becoming less focused and burdened by an extensive cast that leavesHorizon Forbidden West falls short as a follow-up to Guerrilla's initial success, "Horizon Zero Dawn." The game grapples with establishing its unique identity and crafting an open world that, though visually stunning, contradicts and mars the gameplay experience. While the storyline ambitiously expands, it suffers for it, becoming less focused and burdened by an extensive cast that leaves players detached and uninvolved in the overall narrative.

    Despite its flaws, the gameplay is the saving grace that held my interest until the end. Combat, in particular, often offers moments of exhilarating engagement. However, a myriad of issues plague this aspect. Likely due to the developers' focus on the open world structure, the uniqueness of Horizon's world—battling colossal mechanical dinosaurs with primitive weapons—gets overshadowed. The level design, immersive and inspired by real-life environments, ironically hampers combat fluidity. It's far too easy to become ensnared in terrain, limiting mobility and frustrating the overall experience. Melee combat, in particular, feels cumbersome and unpolished. This is a missed opportunity, as a symbiotic relationship between melee and ranged combat could have been deeply satisfying.

    Further combat-related concerns persist. Engaging the mechanical beasts one-on-one is an uphill struggle; they tend to amass in groups, often near other packs. Alerting one often triggers an alert for the rest, resulting in chaotic, protracted battles devoid of respite or the chance to secure vital loot. Stealth as a combat mechanic feels monotonous and formulaic—hardly innovative given its common presence in open world games. This also extends to combat against human foes, which feels repetitive and uninspiring.

    Regrettably, mobility lacks variety and intrigue. Much of the time, you'll find yourself walking or riding mechanical creatures, contributing to a considerable portion of the game feeling mindlessly traversed. Climbing mechanics are clunky and unrefined, a consistent issue throughout the gameplay.

    The storyline is a convoluted mess, replete with excessive dialogue and an intricate plot revolving around immortal humans who left Earth. It veers drastically from the already imaginative premise of Zero Dawn, severely affecting narrative coherence and world believability. It seems as though the writers struggled to harness the captivating world previously established. Dialogue comes across as juvenile, characters remain underdeveloped, and gameplay feels disconnected from the plot's essence. This discord undermines the world-building established in Horizon Zero Dawn, introducing flaws that undermine immersion. Scaling back the story's stakes could have mitigated these issues, as not every game requires a world-saving narrative.

    The game's redeeming qualities lie in its exceptional graphics, sound design, and music. These elements converge to create an immersive atmosphere, elevating the overall gameplay experience. Notably, the endgame—seeking out formidable machines for enhanced weaponry—echoes the gameplay loop of Monster Hunter, albeit underexplored due to the plethora of competing game elements.

    Side quests often lack allure, trapped in a formulaic structure that necessitates halting progress, enduring mundane dialogue, and engaging in repetitive machine battles. This content, while explored, fails to captivate as effectively as similar endeavors by other studios in the open-world genre.

    "HFW" underscores the significance of thoughtful planning. The inaugural "Horizon" game embarked on a daring journey into ambitious open-world design, enhanced by captivating storytelling and innovative mechanics. Regrettably, Guerrilla Studios missed the opportunity to build on this strong foundation, expanding the game into a sprawling sandbox. Consequently, the content feels uninspired, and core gameplay mechanics remain unpolished. The enchantment has waned, leaving a facade of style without substance. I earnestly hope that Guerrilla regains their stride in their next endeavor.    … Expand
  15. Lopotoff
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    What can i say, a beautiful successor to the first one. Loved every minute on it.
  16. ali-ebadi
    Oct 17, 2022
    10
    It's one of the best open world games in years everything in this game is well made great world great gameplay and story.
  17. MisterMartins
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Incredible game, incredible story. Game of the year 2022 unless God of War Ragnarok can top this.
  18. Pejman12376
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece.
    Level design, side quest, even all characters and npc are really amazing.
  19. Yazdan_piri
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    There are some minor problems with the climbing system but overall its an Incredible sequel.
  20. Aladino
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Best game I played for a long time, the story, gameplay, graphics are perfect
  21. GameOverCholo
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    I personally think Horizon forbidden west is a masterclasses in graphics, storytelling and and accessibility.
  22. bagorws
    Mar 24, 2022
    5
    Хотя с машинами воевать всё ещё интересно, но в игре минимум новых идей. Персонажи плоские, скучные рафинированные, за ними не интересно наблюдать. Странно, что игра в антураже постапокалипсиса, а персонажи все толерантные, терпимые чудаки, которых заботит современные проблемы. В этот мир не веришь. Карта действительно стала больше, но её наполнение однообразно. Местная фауна нелепа, всюдуХотя с машинами воевать всё ещё интересно, но в игре минимум новых идей. Персонажи плоские, скучные рафинированные, за ними не интересно наблюдать. Странно, что игра в антураже постапокалипсиса, а персонажи все толерантные, терпимые чудаки, которых заботит современные проблемы. В этот мир не веришь. Карта действительно стала больше, но её наполнение однообразно. Местная фауна нелепа, всюду бегают толпы тупых животных, хоть строчи по ним из автомата, при этом персонажи рассуждают о нехватке ресурсов и голоде.… Expand
  23. ThatPSXBGamer
    Jul 29, 2023
    8
    Horizon Forbidden West is definitely a major improvement from the first game. While it was difficult to follow the story since they don't explain much, and it's been years since I played Zero Dawn I quite enjoyed the plot to restore Gaia and see the growth of Aloy and other characters. The mission structure is very much appreciated and every mission felt complete and varied with differentHorizon Forbidden West is definitely a major improvement from the first game. While it was difficult to follow the story since they don't explain much, and it's been years since I played Zero Dawn I quite enjoyed the plot to restore Gaia and see the growth of Aloy and other characters. The mission structure is very much appreciated and every mission felt complete and varied with different locations to explore and lore to unpack. Combat feels solid and responsive, there is a good variety of weapons to choose from, and resources being more abundant is an improvement from Zero Dawn. The machines are balanced well enough with bosses being a reasonable challenge but not devolving into cheap Soulsborne pandering like many contemporary game devs love to partake in. However, most of the enemies in the open world aren't worth fighting, as they take too much time and effort and provide minimal XP. Which leads me to the worst aspect of this game, the level structure of the missions forces you to grind and do some side quests which really slows down progress. There is a massive level increase of the missions at the end of the game, so grinding and side quests are basically a requirement. The final boss is also incredibly difficult and takes a lot of time to beat if you aren't high level. Overall, Horizon Forbidden West is a great improvement over the original and deserves the 8/10 rating.… Expand
  24. mooney101
    May 26, 2022
    7
    This should have been an amazing game but the propaganda and wokeness level is so absurd that it really starts to take away from what could have been a great game. Its actually laughable the way the game portrays women in the game with no explanation of why all these women can over power and rule over men who in reality could easy one shot them but these are the lies the world just keepsThis should have been an amazing game but the propaganda and wokeness level is so absurd that it really starts to take away from what could have been a great game. Its actually laughable the way the game portrays women in the game with no explanation of why all these women can over power and rule over men who in reality could easy one shot them but these are the lies the world just keeps pushing. The alphabet religion also comes up way to often as well. If you can get past the woke you will enjoy the game. Ignore any reviews comparing to Elden ring these are two different games for two different game styles.… Expand
  25. Timuriano
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Прохожу игру уже часов 20, не могу отлипнуть. 5 лет ждал, и вот она прекрасная. Ну и как ожидалось, сотни пекарчат и зеленожопых прибегут и из-за зависти понаставят нули. Обидно, что этому, извините, мусору планеты в конце концов, скорее всего, через несколько лет достанется игра, и они даже не купят ее, а спиратят.… Expand
  26. SymGotSkills
    May 2, 2023
    10
    One of the most beautiful games of our time! Breathless Graphics and Environments, brilliant and smart gameplay, and the story is just good
  27. sdaityari
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Builds up on the shortcomings of the older game. Gripping story that kept me engrossed till the very end. Would love to play the continuation in a DLC or a sequel.
  28. Koldikov
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    Отличная игра , единственное смазанная концовка
  29. SamiraCerqueira
    Mar 24, 2022
    9
    Awesome game, simply amazing! In my opinion, HFW is absolutely better than Zero Dawn.
  30. Nadir_ALzadjali
    Feb 24, 2022
    8
    one of the best looking games on PS4. the world looks so beautiful and vibrant.
    I was worried about the direction of the story but I was blown away by the story.
    It was really engaging but side quests took the engagement away from the story. (if you don't do side quests the machines will kick your butt). I don't know why everybody is complaining about the story when they literally    one of the best looking games on PS4. the world looks so beautiful and vibrant.
    I was worried about the direction of the story but I was blown away by the story.
    It was really engaging but side quests took the engagement away from the story. (if you don't do side quests the machines will kick your butt).
    I don't know why everybody is complaining about the story when they literally brought a new sister to aloy and took the story to space.
    the negatives of this game is that they nerfed Aloy and buffed the machines, which made the combat very unbalanced. the new combat system, skill tree, platform jumping and AI spam moves was very disappointing. it is still a good game but I wished more of the first game. I didn't like the new additions to the core game.
    If you are a fan of the first game, this is for you. if not, then probably you wouldn't like it.
    I know the story in the next game will be amazing but I hope they don't overwhelm it with too much useless skills and special moves and weapon    … Expand
  31. Carl12199
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Excelente juego, desde Red dead redemption 2 que no se veía tanto detalle y calidad. Muy recomendable, excelentes secundarias.
  32. Darikovic
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    Не идеально, не нэкстген, но очень достойно. Сильно бесят дерганные анимации и дубовый паркур. Игра огромная и интересная.
  33. Pugita_
    Mar 1, 2022
    9
    Un juego realmente increíble y fascinante, si jugaste la primera parte este no te decepcionará para nada, jugarlo ya por más de 17 horas ha sido un viaje lleno de emociones y momentos bellos, el juego es para mi una obra de arte a nivel visual, sonoro y narrativo, le doy un 9 porqué no es perfecto ya que tiene sus peros, el juego me encantó y ojalá sea un éxito en ventas y se destaque enUn juego realmente increíble y fascinante, si jugaste la primera parte este no te decepcionará para nada, jugarlo ya por más de 17 horas ha sido un viaje lleno de emociones y momentos bellos, el juego es para mi una obra de arte a nivel visual, sonoro y narrativo, le doy un 9 porqué no es perfecto ya que tiene sus peros, el juego me encantó y ojalá sea un éxito en ventas y se destaque en trabajo de guerrilla en las redes con esto último me despido y si leíste esta minireseña jsksjs gracias por tu tiempo saludos ✌️… Expand
  34. bkarioka
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente jogo tanto em termos gráficos, jogabilidade e história. Um jogo que mostra que uma continuação consegue superar o primeiro jogo .… Expand
  35. Sesma007
    Feb 23, 2022
    7
    Games look outdated, some bugs nothing that would break the game. Lazy story, and what about the eyes during conversations. In the end it was to expensive for this lever of quality, would recommend to wait for it to go on sale.
  36. Stifler85
    Apr 3, 2022
    7
    I really don't understand how many people today evaluate games ... assuming that the graphics are jaw split on ps5 (at 60 frames with that quality is simply fantastic) of the magnificent soundtracks is a really beautiful and deep story, you can not fail to notice a gameplay really below expectations the enemies move the guided way so that they almost always hit you and it is not aI really don't understand how many people today evaluate games ... assuming that the graphics are jaw split on ps5 (at 60 frames with that quality is simply fantastic) of the magnificent soundtracks is a really beautiful and deep story, you can not fail to notice a gameplay really below expectations the enemies move the guided way so that they almost always hit you and it is not a difficulty but a scripted gameplay that is really a punch in the eye nowadays. The press gives them 88 and the 80 users but seriously I do not understand how you do not notice serious and obvious problems that the gameplay is afflicted for this reason my vote does not go beyond 7.… Expand
  37. Monster800
    Mar 21, 2022
    9
    I'm a huge fan of the first game, so I know my views may be biased, but for me, this is a great game.
    Is it perfect? No, not quite, but it is damned close.
    First of all, graphics are superb. There has been just 1 pop in that I have noticed (a bridge I was almost stood on when it appeared in front of me). As with the first game, some of the vistas are just gorgeous. Water, fish, trees    I'm a huge fan of the first game, so I know my views may be biased, but for me, this is a great game.
    Is it perfect? No, not quite, but it is damned close.
    First of all, graphics are superb. There has been just 1 pop in that I have noticed (a bridge I was almost stood on when it appeared in front of me). As with the first game, some of the vistas are just gorgeous.
    Water, fish, trees and the machines are all top notch, not to mention Aloy herself. In fact, during the cut scenes, the human animations are almost perfect. The little details in the working villages, seeing everyone doing stuff, makes it feel like a lived in world.
    Voice acting is solid. Music is subtle, but well balanced. The noise of the world itself, again, great.
    Combat is such good fun, and you can really play to your style, with tons of options, from laying traps, sniping whilst hiding in grasses, or full on full-frontal assaults. The controls and movements are crisp and really responsive.
    The story is engaging, the exploration is fun, and some of the puzzles are decent, if not quite Tomb Raider levels.
    All in all, I loved this game, but I would probably take it down to an 8.5 if I could (I couldn't so it gets a nine) for the following reasons.
    Aloy's voice sometimes becomes super quiet and I struggle to hear her.
    When you arrive at a puzzle, if you don't get it almost immediately, she starts giving out hints that are often just the solution. Jeez, give me a moment to look around!
    Aloy does sometimes like to get stuck on a climb, refusing to reach up for the next hand-hold, which can get annoying.
    Just to note, I
    Lastly, I like to clear an area first, and then move on, and the story makes that impossible, so there is a lot of doubling back to earlier locations to complete areas. It's fine, but just, for me, a little frustrating.
    All in all though, very, very enjoyable, and well worth picking up.    … Expand
  38. DeusVirtu
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Honestly incredible. Every side quest feels meaningful and interconnected to the story in some way. The characters are endearing beyond belief. World is obviously gorgeous, pulsing with potential and adventure while still maintaining an ultimate goal that remains clear throughout.
  39. Sampliju
    Apr 26, 2023
    7
    Didn’t finish the story. Was dull and uninspired. Graphics are awesome but this is not enough.
  40. LemmyMoose
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Im still havent finished the game, but really enjoying it so far. The graphics are amazing and so dat I like the story.
  41. LeoAioria
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Os gráficos estão incríveis, precisamos de mais jogos nesse estilo, o jogo também está bem otimizado, estou jogando em 30 fps e não senti quedas nos frames.
  42. ag2645090
    Mar 15, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Surely a better game than the prequel, with better graphics, more things to do, more machines, better animations, melee combat and abilities to unlock. The story is really good, even though I found the ending quite weak (too open and with a final boss that isn't as good as the one in zero dawn). I enjoyed playing it (on a PS4) very much and I'm sure I'll continue playing even if I finished it.… Expand
  43. Vip_gebn
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    I will say it does have a few bugs that happen here and there, but overall the game is exactly what I expected it to be
  44. JackAllen22
    Mar 29, 2023
    8
    Great sequel with stunning visuals and acting! Gameplay is fun when learning to properly incorporate different weapons and tactics but can be repetitive at times. Traversal let’s it down slightly as climbing and jumping is clunky and downright broken feeling at times. Gear and upgrades also deter the experience as it is tedious and very unrewarding, massive amounts of repetitive resourceGreat sequel with stunning visuals and acting! Gameplay is fun when learning to properly incorporate different weapons and tactics but can be repetitive at times. Traversal let’s it down slightly as climbing and jumping is clunky and downright broken feeling at times. Gear and upgrades also deter the experience as it is tedious and very unrewarding, massive amounts of repetitive resource gathering for very little payoff. The story ramps up the sci-fi perfectly and adds a few twists and turns, it unfortunately finishes on a sequel bait ending although a good one at that.… Expand
  45. Itsfeh
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing, it's clearly an awesome job from Guerilla. This game is simply a piece of art. I can always feel how much love they put in The game.
  46. ArturoCN20
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Game of the year for me! All aspects of the game is well thought out. Story, graphics, robots, robots!!!!
  47. GLRaise
    May 5, 2023
    7
    В игре отличная графика, классные сражения с роботами, есть интересные персонажи и побочные задания. Главный минус — ужасный и невнятный сюжет, по сравнению с первой частью.
  48. CrackBandicoot
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    This is the most fun I've had playing a game in a long time. For the first time in forever, I'm taking my time to enjoy the side content instead of trying to rush through the game. A solid quarter of my playtime has been spent in the game's photo mode because there are so many fun poses, cool outfits and beautiful locations.
    This game also adds a ton of new content for players to enjoy.    This is the most fun I've had playing a game in a long time. For the first time in forever, I'm taking my time to enjoy the side content instead of trying to rush through the game. A solid quarter of my playtime has been spent in the game's photo mode because there are so many fun poses, cool outfits and beautiful locations.
    This game also adds a ton of new content for players to enjoy. New weapons, new outfits, new skills, new skill trees, new abilities, new tools, new traversal options, new robots, new characters, new factions, new traversal options, and even brand new board game that's pretty fun.
    Combat is engaging. There are so many different arenas, enemies and ways to approach combat. You can go for a stealth build, laying down traps and going for sneak attacks. You can go in "guns" blazing. You can try to deal as much raw damage as possible, or try to target specific components to disable abilities and gain upgrades. You can remove weapons from your enemies and use it against them. Even something as simple as a bow and arrow has a ton of variety to it? Do you want a bow that shoots fast, or one that shoots slower, but does more damage or tears off components easier? Do you want to prioritize dealing damage, or would you like to inflict status effects to weaken your opponent before going in for the kill?
    This game also greatly expands upon the world established in zero dawn. You get to learn more about stuff established in the previous game, and you get to learn about brand new aspects of the world. You also get to learn about how the factions you're familiar with interact with the factions you're meeting for the first time.
    I would give this game a perfect 10, but there are a few small things that keep me from doing this. Some of the returning characters feel like they don't have a lot to do, and the dialogue with them can feel kinda empty, complete with unnecessary theatre-type. movements and gestures. Sometimes enemy AI can be a little weird too. I've had a few instances where I was in combat, and my enemy just kinda left, and I had to chase them down again. Some of the enemies can also feel a little too tanky at times as well.
    Overall however, some of the most fun I've had playing a game in a long time and I wish people were talking about this game more.    … Expand
  49. Jaro93
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    The game is absolutely must play on ps5. Great story, great characters, music, graphic… absolutely masterclass. I would say only ending is the worst part of the game. I mean without any spoilers I thought it will be more interesting in the last mission… but still whole word created by Guerrilla Games is amazing. 9.5/10 for me !! Can’t wait next part….
  50. DravenEric
    May 11, 2022
    10
    I’m some one who easily gets open world fatigue so to being a little to OCD with side missions but with HZW I blew through the game and side missions and enjoyed every bit of it!
  51. Mrjoker21
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    El juego está bien logrado, se nota el buen trabajo que hay en el desde el principio, tiene un combate fluido, el arte del juego es impresionante.
    Si horizon zero dawn te gustó, entonces Horizon forbidden west es un título que sin duda alguna necesitas jugar.
  52. Wingclip
    Mar 1, 2022
    9
    Not a 10/10 for me. But a 9/10. After around 25 hours the game gets better and bigger. The humor in this game actually works most of the time. And that is pretty remarkable. Side-quests, Exploration, Combat, riddles and lvl progression work really well.

    I recommend max difficulty settings, no auto loot and exploration mode. This way the combat stays challenging and upgrading your    Not a 10/10 for me. But a 9/10. After around 25 hours the game gets better and bigger. The humor in this game actually works most of the time. And that is pretty remarkable. Side-quests, Exploration, Combat, riddles and lvl progression work really well.

    I recommend max difficulty settings, no auto loot and exploration mode. This way the combat stays challenging and upgrading your equipment is required.

    lolz at those reviewbombtards ;) Cant believe some people bomb this because of Aloy beeing a woman (its 2022, wake up). Maybe try Goat Simulator instead. Might be more your "thing".    … Expand
  53. jtmeta
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    I had finally got my hands on PS5, and oh boy this is the first game that makes me feel I'm playing a Next Gen title. Compare Horizon FW to Elden Ring, I have no idea why I would want to rate it higher than Horizon. Maybe it's a personal preference, but I think if you appreciate The Witcher 3 and The God of War from 2018 like I did, you'd find yourself loving this game! Unlike Elden Ring,I had finally got my hands on PS5, and oh boy this is the first game that makes me feel I'm playing a Next Gen title. Compare Horizon FW to Elden Ring, I have no idea why I would want to rate it higher than Horizon. Maybe it's a personal preference, but I think if you appreciate The Witcher 3 and The God of War from 2018 like I did, you'd find yourself loving this game! Unlike Elden Ring, I feel that HFW has built a world that feels alive, filled with people, beauty, and characters with stories that I cared about. Personally I didn't experience any technical glitches during my gameplay. I spent 80 hours on it. I had an awesome time with its rich lore, true next gen graphics, music/sound design, even acting. I highly recommend this title, especially for people opening PS5 for the first time,… Expand
  54. capitarus
    Apr 21, 2023
    10
    Awesome! Just play it! Interesting story, perfect picture. Nice long game. Whole family fun.
  55. ruben-isma
    Mar 5, 2022
    9
    Amazing game. Improved in all aspects from Zero Dawn. The side quest are the best ive seen in any other open world game. Fun new mechanics and the habilities on the skill trees are so much fun and give variety on the combat. Very good story aswell.
  56. DeVito8704
    May 24, 2022
    10
    Everything about this game is top tier. The story was interesting, the side quests weren't boring fetch quests, the gear has been GREATLY expanded upon, the new mechanics made the game feel fresh, the COUNTLESS characters were all likable, the antagonists made you angry, the lore was just as amazing as the 1st, the environment was beautiful, and the graphics were absolutely gorgeous. AllEverything about this game is top tier. The story was interesting, the side quests weren't boring fetch quests, the gear has been GREATLY expanded upon, the new mechanics made the game feel fresh, the COUNTLESS characters were all likable, the antagonists made you angry, the lore was just as amazing as the 1st, the environment was beautiful, and the graphics were absolutely gorgeous. All in all, this game was AMAZING.… Expand
  57. matheusfox
    Jun 29, 2023
    8
    Good graphics, good facial expression on all NPCs, their costumes are really amazing. The music and story could be better but it's ok. I liked the focus on the companions. This game is better than the previous one, but it doesn't have a good plot twist.
  58. rodrigodgo
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Incredible. Plays great, looks fantastic, awesome story and has meaningful side quests in a VERY rich world.
    Just buy it!
  59. Luqui
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Simplesmente o melhor jogo que já vivenciei na vida. História excelente, trilha sonora fantástica, modo de jogo e ações.
  60. darksondk
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Awesome game! It's definitely the most beautiful open world game I've ever played.
  61. JWAY21
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll start with the praise:
    This game takes all the great elements from the original, and improves almost every weakness. Once again, Guerrilla nailed not only the graphics, but the world building as well. The open world is the most dense I've ever seen, and the towns/settlements are so alive it's honestly impressive. Melee combat got a complete revamp in this game, and I couldn't be happier. I chose to max out my Warrior skill tree first as I was excited to test this system out, and I was not disappointed. Side quests are amazing in this game, I find myself watching almost every optional cutscene becasue of how great the dialogue and facial animations are. Ranged combat is still extremely satifysing, also introducing several new mechanics. The new machines are so detailed and honestly way more aggressive than the first game. Also, traversal has been revamped with things like the grappling hook, paraglider, and climbing, which are all great additions, and even make for some interesting combat combos. I was also a big fan of the skill tree in this game. 6 different playstyles with 20+ skills on each is mindblowing. And as a smaller praise, I love the new game Machine Strike, reminds me of Gwent from the Witcher 3. I was also impressed with the revamped Focus system. Everything is more accessible and easier to navigate in the new game.
    Some weak points:
    The story was a downgrade from the first game. However, it was by no means bad. Fans of the first games story will love and appreciate the story, but a new player might find themselves confused and uninterested.
    As of writing this there is no New Game +. I think this would only add to the replayablity of the game.
    Finally, the bugs. None of my encounters have been gamebreaking, and I understand that with a new game this big it is inevitable for their to be some bugs. However, I felt it was necessary to include any issues I had with the game.    … Expand
  62. Marcospick
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    An absolute masterpiece!!!!!! Took everything good from the first game and made it even better. Thank you so much, Guerrilla!
  63. homebody2020
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    awesome game!! It's a very impressive game. It felt like a movie. The most difficult game is recommended. Very fun!! I hope a sequel comes out soon!!
  64. huntoi
    Apr 1, 2022
    10
    I spent over 111 hours exploring and doing most everything you can do and encounter in the game and I loved it! The world, the characters, the story, the graphics, the attention to detail and the score are all top of the class. Thank you, Guerilla!
  65. playgamer2014
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    A guerrilla game e mágica, o jogo tá lindo demais, coisa que vc nunca vai ver na concorrência falida e fracassada, @Playstation e outro nível, caixarada tá tudo aq dando nota vermelha e amarela tudo com inveja pq o console de bostaa dele não tem nada nesse nível
  66. Mynnigon
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    The second entry of the Horizon series does an amazing job of improving on all aspects of its predecessor. Granted, it is not a perfect game, however it is one of the most polished and quality gaming experiences I've had in a very long time.

    The gameplay is very smooth and feels satisfying. The game mechanics are fairly simple and you don't have to bother too much with them to enjoy    The second entry of the Horizon series does an amazing job of improving on all aspects of its predecessor. Granted, it is not a perfect game, however it is one of the most polished and quality gaming experiences I've had in a very long time.

    The gameplay is very smooth and feels satisfying. The game mechanics are fairly simple and you don't have to bother too much with them to enjoy your playthrough, especially on the lower difficulties (normal and below). You can keep things simple, but if you prefer more complexity and a challenge, you can opt for a higher difficulty level, which will require you to delve more into your strengths and weaknesses, and that of your foes.
    The game does a great job of explaining all of it's mechanics and I never felt lost. A few hours into the game you might get a bit overwhelmed by all the possibilities though, especially if you're new to the series.

    The plot is intriguing, more so if you're into sci-fi. However, the plot of Horizon Zero Dawn is fundamental to understand the plot of this game, so anyone interested in the full scope of the story should definitely play that game first. It's nothing groundbreaking, but for a video game series it is one of the more engaging plots I've seen. Good enough even for its own movies, and believe me, Sony will look into this at some point! ;-)

    Visually this game is stunning. The frame rate in quality mode is a bit too choppy to my liking, so I've been playing in performance mode, at the cost of 4K resolution and some other visual benefits. However, even in performance mode this game looks beautiful! It's the attention to detail that makes me enjoy games that bit more and every corner of Horizon's world has been crafted with absolute care.

    In summary; I love this game and it is money well spent. I can recommend this to basically anyone, whether you're more of a casual gamer or hardcore. Everything about this game screams quality and it more than makes up for some of the minor glitches you might encounter.    … Expand
  67. Ardreus
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    HFW is bigger, better and one of the best open world action-adventure games to date. Aloy is back and just as awesome as ever. Although I had my issues with the Main story going even more full on Sci-Fi that it did on HZD, by the end I left satisfied. The strong points of HFW are its unique characters, gorgeous open world with varying biomes and side quests, think Witcher 3 side questsHFW is bigger, better and one of the best open world action-adventure games to date. Aloy is back and just as awesome as ever. Although I had my issues with the Main story going even more full on Sci-Fi that it did on HZD, by the end I left satisfied. The strong points of HFW are its unique characters, gorgeous open world with varying biomes and side quests, think Witcher 3 side quests quality, each one unique and never repeating fetch quests that plague most open wolrds these days. I recommend HFW and in my opinion I rate it a 9/10… Expand
  68. hectorlabra
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Muy buen juego, en todos sus apartados. Aunque el modo rendimiento me dejo algo meeh, esperaba mejor resolucion, de repente se ve muy bien y en algunas cinematicas se ve muy mal, me siento obligado a cambiar constantemente de modo grafico. El juego en si esta genial, a la altura del primero que fue mi favorito de PS4...
  69. Vulgari
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    A game that won't be easily forgotten, builds on what made horizon zero dawn a blockbuster of games and does not disappoint hardcore fans. Only drawback is small bugs and lack of polish on small things that is quickly being patched by developers. Way to go guys you made a great game that I will play time and time again.
  70. Lewwildy
    Jul 3, 2022
    8
    Great game makes massive improvements from the first one which i really enjoyed.
  71. AdrianM20
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    After 45h in the game, I must say I LOVE IT! I estimate to be only halfway i to the main story, so I have a lot more to explore but there is so much engaging content. The side quests are so much more higher quality and makes you invested in their story that you want to do them all. Also they are highly rewarding so it's worth doing them more.
    The graphics are impeccable, I don't    After 45h in the game, I must say I LOVE IT! I estimate to be only halfway i to the main story, so I have a lot more to explore but there is so much engaging content. The side quests are so much more higher quality and makes you invested in their story that you want to do them all. Also they are highly rewarding so it's worth doing them more.
    The graphics are impeccable, I don't understand what people complain of, and I am really pretentious about graphics.I will definitely have a lot more hours by the end of the game.    … Expand
  72. Moto270
    Jun 25, 2022
    9
    Great game. Once you get into the machine story line it's good. Mechanics are pretty good. The only thing that gets exhausting is that everything wants to kill you. There is no maybe. It's definitely everything you see will attack you if it's a machine.
  73. baltazaar
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    У всьому краща за попередню частину. Графіка на висоті. Все чітко і плавно. Сюжет норм
  74. Prinny23
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    So I put 120 hours into the HZD, and am currently maybe 30 hours into HFW. I'll compare it to the original in every aspect.
    -The story seems intriguing so far, tackling the big questions left from the first one, with unexpected answers. Some reviewers on here will tell you it's boring or unoriginal, but honestly, I'm curious what constitutes original for some of these people. It's a    So I put 120 hours into the HZD, and am currently maybe 30 hours into HFW. I'll compare it to the original in every aspect.
    -The story seems intriguing so far, tackling the big questions left from the first one, with unexpected answers. Some reviewers on here will tell you it's boring or unoriginal, but honestly, I'm curious what constitutes original for some of these people. It's a post-apocalyptic world with machine creatures and futuristic tech left behind. That right there is already interesting, and it's scratching the surface. My point is, if you liked the plot of the first game, you'll like this one just as much or more.
    -Graphics here are just eye-wateringly beautiful if you have the right hardware. I got an LGCX tv last year, as well as a PS5, and this game rivals TLOU2 in terms of graphic detail, but with a much more colorful palate. There may be some glitches or weird things going on sometimes, but I'm not going to dock it points for something a patch can fix in a week. It's not enough to make me not enjoy it. The character models look much more realistic this time too.
    -Gameplay is wonderful. So the first game already had so many gadgets and weapons for you to use in whatever combination you saw fit. This beefs it up even further, adding more of each, adding more elements machines can be weak or strong vs, and adding more options for your weapons, not to mention the new abilities Aloy has. Traversal is more fun than ever with more mounts, more ways to climb and descend, and interesting new tools for interacting with the environment. It builds very well on what the first game did.
    -I'm enjoying this game very much so far. You can't go 100 steps without running into something. Seriously, I get to a fire checkpoint and I'm near like 4 or 5 question marks all the time. Is it a ruin? Hunting ground? Rebel camp? Blocked path I just got a tool to unblock and loot? Even if it's a herd of machines, there's always things to upgrade that need parts from those machines. And the world is never a chore to explore. Between the old world remnants and the new world, the world itself makes you want to walk around and just look at stuff.
    -Bottom line: don't let the negative reviews on here dissuade you. If you enjoyed the first game, this really does improve on that in basically every aspect. There are tons of weapons, things to do, more machines than ever, and just more of the Horizon you enjoy. The glitches will be gone before you know it.    … Expand
  75. cyborg13071979
    May 4, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece!!, excellent story, excellent scenarios, combat, strategy, huge map, amazing graphics, music, sounds!! wow, what a great experience i had and i talking about on ps4, i can´t image the better will be on ps5!. Congratulations Guerrilla Games!! amazing work, and we are waiting for the part 3.
  76. simons1312
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    Apparte qualche piccolo errore del tutto sorvolabile e che almeno a mio avviso non incide per nulla sul gameplay è praticamente stupendo!!
  77. TaliMancer
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever! The PS5 controller really gives this game a dimension that other games or even this game cannot reach on other platforms like the PS4.

    Aloy is a great protagonist and it is pure joy to play as her and discovering an even more fascinating world. This game takes place in my absolute favorite version of a post apocalyptic world and I cannot explain how much I    One of the best games ever! The PS5 controller really gives this game a dimension that other games or even this game cannot reach on other platforms like the PS4.

    Aloy is a great protagonist and it is pure joy to play as her and discovering an even more fascinating world. This game takes place in my absolute favorite version of a post apocalyptic world and I cannot explain how much I love this game. I gladly recommend it to anyone and everyone being able to get it on their PS5.    … Expand
  78. d0ntm1ndm32
    Aug 7, 2023
    9
    Guerrilla masterfully takes what they did in Horizon: Zero Dawn, enhances most of it to the next level whilst also adding more! That is Forbidden West in a nutshell.

    - Amazing graphics; - Beautiful art direction; - A dense, open-world environment that is full of details; - NPCs that feel a lot livelier and also detailed; - Better and more rewarding side-quests; - A more robust    Guerrilla masterfully takes what they did in Horizon: Zero Dawn, enhances most of it to the next level whilst also adding more! That is Forbidden West in a nutshell.

    - Amazing graphics;
    - Beautiful art direction;
    - A dense, open-world environment that is full of details;
    - NPCs that feel a lot livelier and also detailed;
    - Better and more rewarding side-quests;
    - A more robust skill-tree that allows for different playstyles;
    - Both Aloy and her companions + the people she meets along the way have more attitude/personality;
    - Well optimized on both PS4 & PS5.

    Sony's first party studios rarely miss and this is just yet another example of that!    … Expand
  79. Fox45
    Sep 6, 2022
    9
    A game that has incredible gameplay and an equally good story. The graphics of this game are surreal for an open world game and the character models (especially Alloy's) are very well done. It improves the negative points of the 1st game, which makes this game much better than the 1st in my opinion. The soundtrack is also amazing, always epic in the battles and in the cutscenes themselvesA game that has incredible gameplay and an equally good story. The graphics of this game are surreal for an open world game and the character models (especially Alloy's) are very well done. It improves the negative points of the 1st game, which makes this game much better than the 1st in my opinion. The soundtrack is also amazing, always epic in the battles and in the cutscenes themselves to make them even better. The only negative point I have to highlight is the extensive dialogues between the characters on subjects that are not very important to the story and that can be tiring.… Expand
  80. Feroshacouture
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West is the top level of gaming. The best gameplay, the best graphics, and the best performances. Nothing comes close to this level of polish.
  81. CodeDuff
    Feb 23, 2022
    7
    7.5 to 8 out of 10. Cons first. I feel it's a little weaker in the story department here as some lazy tropes litter the writting here. The combat is kind of wonky and melee is not great (nor does it need its own skill tree by the way). On day one, I had frame rate drops, game breaking bugs. Besides that it's a beautiful game that excites and holds up the legacy of its series. Buy it on7.5 to 8 out of 10. Cons first. I feel it's a little weaker in the story department here as some lazy tropes litter the writting here. The combat is kind of wonky and melee is not great (nor does it need its own skill tree by the way). On day one, I had frame rate drops, game breaking bugs. Besides that it's a beautiful game that excites and holds up the legacy of its series. Buy it on sale or after it's patched though… Expand
  82. mstie
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    Amazing follow up to zero dawn. Everything has been improved especially the dialogue animations. My only complaint is there are more bugs present that in HZD at launch such as machines disappearing or simply not attacking. The world and story are incredibly impressive though. There's so much to explore.
  83. martinho_99
    Mar 3, 2022
    8
    First of all Aloy is absolutely beautiful, and second even if she wasn't it is insane to give a bad rating because you don't find the female main character unattractive. Shame on you misogynic haters. Feels like Aloy is dealing with idiots not only inside the game.
    Now to the gameplay. Horizon: Forbidden West is setting a new standard in graphics, must be the best looking game I have ever    First of all Aloy is absolutely beautiful, and second even if she wasn't it is insane to give a bad rating because you don't find the female main character unattractive. Shame on you misogynic haters. Feels like Aloy is dealing with idiots not only inside the game.
    Now to the gameplay. Horizon: Forbidden West is setting a new standard in graphics, must be the best looking game I have ever played so far (I think no one can deny this). The voice acting (especially the difference in tone between Aloy & Beta) is amazing. They improved a lot of aspects people suggested after Part 1 - better facial animations, more free climbing and a grapple hook system, and at least they tried to make better side quests. The flying option is magical, how the Slitherfang wriggles up on rocks or small towers is so intimidatingly cool, there are new interesting twists to the cauldrons and the Tallnecks, the new diving system especially in LasVegas is nice. The landscape is far more diverse and richly filled with life - really breathtaking landscapes, I like the many Faro robot corpses lying around together with other leftovers from the war, especially amazing are the Horus Titans here and there - you can see the war was far more intense in the West than in the areas in part 1. The story is a good continuation but fails to reach the originality and goose bump moments of part 1. I also like the development of Aloys character and I love the new introduced characters.
    But there are negative aspects too, the weapon system became too complicated (f.e. too many amunition types, some of them don't even have a explanation or not as effective as the were in the first game) and the spear became quite useless (can't upgrady anymore, machines constantly stunlock you with damage too fast before you can combi attack them). So I liked the fighting system a lot more in Part1. I am still missing interesting side quests (the side character related quests were a good improvement tho), and I don't understand why the really nice flashpoint option to chose between dialogues (heart, brain, fist) is so rarely used. I also miss the wonderful richness of audio and text massages to find about what happened in the past (but this is kind of owed to the fact Aloy already knows most thing about past, the datapoints were one of my highlights in part1) - most of the ones in part 2 are quite boring. Upgrading good gear or armour becomes too hard after the first or second upgrade already.
    Overall Forbidden West is a 8+/10, sadly still not a masterpiece. They improved a lot of aspects while in most other aspects they failed to reach the greatness of part 1. I am really looking farward to part 3 and my biggest wish remained unfullfilled - I WANT TO FIGHT A HORUS TITAN!!! EVERYONE WANTS TO FIGHT ONE OF THESE MONSTERS!!! :D PLEAAAASEEEE!    … Expand
  84. StrikerEG25
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Horizon Forbidden West is an amazing game just finished it now going for the 100% i hope they release an expansion for this game, Looking to play some more. Great Game play and Story. Enjoyed it alot such a beautiful game.
  85. Game_Nerd
    May 5, 2022
    9
    As Zero Dawn was one of my favourite games on PS4, buying Horizon Forbidden West on day 1 really was a no brainer. I mean, that game announcement at the 2020 PS5 reveal event made me want to make the switch to PS5 asap in the first place!

    In H:FW Guerilla delivers a beautiful, huge open world set in the post-apocalyptic American west (Utah, Nevada, California), in which the player can    As Zero Dawn was one of my favourite games on PS4, buying Horizon Forbidden West on day 1 really was a no brainer. I mean, that game announcement at the 2020 PS5 reveal event made me want to make the switch to PS5 asap in the first place!

    In H:FW Guerilla delivers a beautiful, huge open world set in the post-apocalyptic American west (Utah, Nevada, California), in which the player can discover new places, new machines, and new stories. So far, I spent 130+ hours with Aloy in this world and still haven't achieved 100% completion or fully unfogged the map. With that being said, I don't feel like I wasted my time: I want to go back in!

    Besides the improvements in graphics and gameplay, I especially enjoyed all the additional animations and dialogue options with NPCs (exhaust them all & regularly speak with your friends - there's some intriguing lore that's easily missable!), the general quality of side quests (Witcher 3 level!), and the environmental storytelling (Naughty Dog level!)! One can tell the high production value of this game from any of those aspects.

    My only gripe with Horizon Forbidden West - and the reason why it's not 10/10 for me - is the main story. Similar to H:ZD, the start is slow (which is fine) and creates opportunity for some mind-blowing reveals or story twists. However, the writers chose to play it very safe, with a 3rd game in mind, and ultimately failed to deliver on a convincing endgame. This was much better realized in H:ZD. Still, it's not a bad story by any means. There are some really cool story beats and moments in Horizon Forbidden West and, once NG+ is released, I will give it another go and main-line the game. Sometimes, a second more condensed play through is needed to fully appreciate the developer's vision.    … Expand
  86. KalKenobi83
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    My personal 2022 GOTY while I understand it criticisms it tackles themes of AI, Colonialism, Loyalty, Extinction, and Family also improves on mechanics and adds more mechanics as well expands Aloys journey as well the story as well being Inclusive and diverse A Fantastic Sequel 10/10
  87. F2renz0y
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Este jogo está tão perfeito que vemos como os estúdios da Playstation estão chegando a um patamar nunca antes visto.
    Horizon Forbidden West esta cheio de detalhes incríveis as conversas que interligam muita coisa pelo mundo todo um jogo indispensável para os grandes amantes dos jogos. A jogabilidade esta tão fluida que da um gosto enorme de jogar.
  88. Reidyroo
    Jun 20, 2022
    8
    This could of easily been a 10 and it is such a shame. Firstly, the games graphics as expected are beautiful. I found myself admiring the scenery as I wondered around. The music as well; if you listen to it is incredible and the story itself keep you intrigued. However, there are sadly flaws. Firstly, I feel the fights are not as strategical as its processor and can be chaotic at times andThis could of easily been a 10 and it is such a shame. Firstly, the games graphics as expected are beautiful. I found myself admiring the scenery as I wondered around. The music as well; if you listen to it is incredible and the story itself keep you intrigued. However, there are sadly flaws. Firstly, I feel the fights are not as strategical as its processor and can be chaotic at times and at times I was getting flung around the place like a pinball. The bugs in this game nearly had me close to destroying my controller and are the real disappointment here. The races especially were infuriating, especially when I got stuck against the side, or when Aloy get's stuck against a tree for instance when trying to flee the chaotic fights. The vista points were equally just as frustrating and I just ended up googling them to get the answers and have them out of the way. All in all a great game which just fell short from being a classic. Hopefully in the months that come, there are fixes that sort these issues.… Expand
  89. Agslynx
    Sep 24, 2022
    9
    This game is a masterpiece. The narrative is beautiful. I took a great pleasure to play secondary mission. Congratulations Guerilla
  90. Alphaprim3
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    HZD is my all time favorite game & Forbidden West is living up to all my expectations! The graphics are top notch & the story is even better this time!
  91. kai-el
    May 23, 2022
    8
    I'm really loving this game. I experienced a weird difficulty spike at around level 15 which is slightly annoying, but there's a custom difficulty option to help with that.
  92. Cesar8
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    Ya que he terminado al 100% este título puedo decir que en muchos aspectos es muy superó a su antecesor Zero Dawn. Para empezar me gustaría tocar la historia, la verdad en muchos aspectos me ha parecido superior la historia de este títulos en cuanto a desarrollo, porque por primera vez podemos conocer el lado vulnerable de Aloy, a comparación del juego pasado que veíamos ese lado de ellaYa que he terminado al 100% este título puedo decir que en muchos aspectos es muy superó a su antecesor Zero Dawn. Para empezar me gustaría tocar la historia, la verdad en muchos aspectos me ha parecido superior la historia de este títulos en cuanto a desarrollo, porque por primera vez podemos conocer el lado vulnerable de Aloy, a comparación del juego pasado que veíamos ese lado de ella de poder saber de quien viene, a donde pertenece, ahora la vemos que por primera vez ella ve que no puede hacerlo sola después de que la situación la llevará a sus límites.r encanto ese punto de llevar el título a un lado más espacial, que en el juego pasado nos dieran algunas pistas y que ahora se pudiera ahondar más a lo que sucedió. También me gustó mucho el trasfondo que se le dio a los personajes secundarios, se les dio como un sentimiento de quererlos, de ayudarlos, por ejemplo nadie hubiera pensado que personajes que pasaron desapercibidos como Varl o Eren en esta entrega tuvieran un gran peso, eso sí, hay personajes que a pesar que dijeron que tendrían peso y serían recordados la verdad no los sentí, por ejemplo Regalla, una enemiga que la verdad no sentí su verdadero peso, por el hecho en que ella no aparece tanto como uno quisiera, no la sientes como una verdadera amenaza en la historia la vez como un personaje que aparece de repente y ya. Otra personaje que no sentí ese peso fue Tilda, siento que ese personaje daba para mucho más, que tendría un trasfondo mayor y mucha más historia que contar, pero lastimosamente aparece poco y que así como aparece la eliminan de plano muy rápido y de la peor manera. Moviéndome a otro apartado, en el apartado artístico y musical, han dado un gran salgo a comparación del anterior título, el soundtrack de este títulos si que dio un gran salto, en el anterior título pasaba que su música como que no te ayudaba a sumergirte en este mundo, pero la música de esta segunda entrega en definitiva se ha hecho mejor, se ha hecho pensado en la ambientación e inmersión, en el tema artístico me ha parecido increíble como adaptaron estas nuevas locaciones, que a pesar son los mismos biomas que vimos en el anterior título, esta ves les pusieron mejor detalle en el aspecto de vegetación, fauna, clima, partículas etc. Una cosa que puedo decir que si me quedo a deber fue el tema del combate, que a pesar que como ellos dijeron, que había mejoras en el combate con humanos, la verdad es que si mejora, pero no evoluciona a la fórmula usada en el anterior título, siento que si no fuera por factores como escudos en algunos enemigos, puedes pegarlos a lo loco y aún así vencerlos, no es que haya evolucionado, solo mejoraron un poco lo que se hizo en el anterior. En cuento a las misiones secundarias me gusta que en varias de estas misiones secundarias se les diera una historia o continuación a como ibas avanzando en la historia pero eso sí, siento que bajo un poco en el aspecto que hacer o no hacer esas misiones no tenga alguna consecuencia en el futuro, por ejemplo, en Zero Dawn si hacías ciertas misiones secundarias o el DLC algunos de los personajes de esas misiones salían y te ayudaban de cierta manera en la misión final, cosa que no pasa en esta, puede no hacer ninguna misión y no habrá afectado en nada en la historia. Por lo que creo que este título es un título digno para llámese secuela, mejorando muchos aspectos del juego anterior y que espero una futura entrega para que de cierre a esta historia de Aloy… Expand
  93. EvgeniyKnyazev
    May 28, 2022
    9
    The game is very good. One of the best. I would rate it 10 out of 10 if it weren't for a large number of technical errors that I'm not used to seeing in games published by Sony.
  94. Cokkiebastard
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    I saw a review saying that in this game is feminist and man either suck or are villains. Wich is stupid considering that more than half of alloys allies are male and very competent and the villains are women. I will counter that review then.
    Be cleared i love this game, it doesnt reeinvent the wheel but it upgrades vastlly on the first game. Grafics are way bether, traversal can be done    I saw a review saying that in this game is feminist and man either suck or are villains. Wich is stupid considering that more than half of alloys allies are male and very competent and the villains are women. I will counter that review then.
    Be cleared i love this game, it doesnt reeinvent the wheel but it upgrades vastlly on the first game. Grafics are way bether, traversal can be done underwather and by flying, exploration and enviorment puzzles feel just like the sidequests more unique than ever.
    I admit the game has a very big story with lots of cutscenes and if you are like me you will eat every single optional dialogue. In the end a very solid 9.0 game    … Expand
  95. MfomP
    Apr 25, 2023
    5
    The game becomes too boring. Side quests too repetitive. After a while the game feels like dragging. Overall it has too much copy past missions.
  96. Charlygrape
    Feb 24, 2022
    7
    Muy reglar este el primero es mucho mejor tiene demasiados errores y bugs es una lastima
  97. SaadanBro777
    Oct 26, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After achieving Platinum trophy I can confidently say what a phenomenal game. The perfect sequel to already amazing predecessor Horizon Zero Dawn. Great characters, better machines, amazing map, weapons and so much more. Aloy is one of my favorite video game characters of all time. Cannot recommend it more Guerilla Games has nailed it.
    The only thing frustrating to me was the resetting of traps when you die in Arena and the Cauldron puzzles. They take too much time. Otherwise, I have no complains.    … Expand
  98. isavetheday
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    20 Hours in, if you enjoyed Zero Dawn. You will Enjoy Forbidden West. Story is compelling, graphics are amazing. Performance mode works better for my set up. And the skills and leveling system are all an upgrade from from its predecessor. One of the few games where the sandbox checklist never gets dull, love getting lost in Horizons world!
  99. DarkWorld11
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I love everything in this game the music the story the gameplay the art style I recommend this game to everyone
    If the first one is 8 or 9
    This game definitely a 10 out 10
  100. apwatson88
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Improves over the first game in pretty much every way. Side missions all feel important and not phoned in or repetitive. Exploring is always rewarded. And the direction the main story takes is riveting. Some really great, Game of Thrones quality, world building. Just like the first game, combat is excellent.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 127 Critic Reviews

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