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The unfortunate fact of Horizon is that most of what it does well, other games have done better, and they did it with a compelling who and where. This is the game you play after you’ve finished The Witcher 3, Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate, and Far Cry: Primal. It is the greatest hits compilation of open-world games. Yeah, sure, you might want to own it, but the real connoisseur has the original albums.
Horizon Zero Dawn has an unforgettable protagonist, world, story, visuals, soundtrack and gameplay. Due to minor issues with inventory management and quest selection, I cannot call it perfect but I can say it is absolutely worth your time.
There is enough spectacular action to keep you occupied for a couple of weeks, but Horizon is not the hot new killer app for PS4.
9
Milansan777
This game kickstarted one of the best series ever, such a unique world and enemies... a world you can get lost in! Ive spent countless hours in all the horizon games! Definitely one of my favorites!
9
BroDude01
Perfectly made world and story, super unique at the time was my fav ps4 of all time
6
Superbolonio
Idea muy original y gran protagonista. Lástima que ni el Lore del juego sea interesante, ni el concepto de mundo abierto que maneja el juego este bien hecho.

Horizon Zero Dawn

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Feb 28, 2017
Metascore
Generally Favorable
89
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Generally Favorable
8.3
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
89
96% Positive
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4% Mixed
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0% Negative
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Mar 18, 2017
100
LEVEL (Czech Republic)
Horizon Zero Dawn is a perfect proof, that if you give developers creative freedom and time, it will get you a sweet reward. For fans of action adventures and wonderful worlds Horizon is the obvious choice. [Issue#272]
Feb 20, 2017
96
AusGamers
While the main storyline was lacking, there's a reason good world-building is critical to good fantasy, and like I said, this game nails it. I loved about the game was the way it used Aloy's Focus to force you to examine things. Each new area becomes a crime scene as Aloy examines and analyses what's been left behind. It's a clever way to blend the idea of technology into this otherwise primitive world.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.3
80% Positive
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Mar 19, 2026
10
NazgulPrincess
This game is a masterpiece. Gameplay, storytelling, and UI are in natural harmony with each other. The open world is stunningly beautiful, alive, varied, and vast. The story is compelling and the core mysteries are both personal and global.
Mar 12, 2026
10
yuanopen
A really fascinating journey with this amazing game. At first just kinda interested in the world setting and aesthetics, then gradually got hooked with the story, later fell for the well designed gameplay mechanism. Really recommend.
Feb 20, 2017
92
Everyeye.it
Guerrilla Games did it. Horizon: Zero Dawn is one of the best Open-World games of this generation. It's a wonderful action-RPG set in a vast and unforgettable universe, with a solid (but conventional) plot and - most of all - challenging gameplay.
Feb 20, 2017
90
GamePro Germany
Guerilla's open world debut offers great gameplay, is huge and looks fantastic. A must-buy for PS4 owners.
Mar 16, 2017
88
RPG Fan
Even though it's not without its issues, Horizon is an excellent title and a must have for all PS4 owners. It offers a refreshing open world environment, a compelling and mysterious story, a fantastic main character, and innovative gameplay. Not only is it one of the best action RPGs I've played in a while, it's also one of the best games I've played in a while. Even now, after the credits have rolled, I'm still having a great time trying to fully complete the game. Horizon is a truly special experience, and it's one that even non-RPG lovers need to have.
Feb 21, 2017
80
Washington Post
It is wish fulfillment of a high order: Eden 2.0 with gadgets.
Feb 20, 2017
50
USgamer
Horizon Zero Dawn is disappointing. It has a story that I struggled to care about (complete with massive expository dumps—yay), a bland protagonist, and overtly repetitive and constraining missions that worked against its open world sensibilities. When Horizon Zero Dawn hit its rare strides—from its gloomy Cauldrons to traveling across its sprawling vistas—it only made me wish the rest of the game were as worthwhile.
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Mar 2, 2026
10
JFeixasNix
This is another of the intergenerational playstation games (PS4 and PS5) that NEEDS to be played on the PS5 because of how great it looks and because of the 60 fps. Its an open world action game that requires good precision and good graphics. PS4 was too weak for such a game. 1080 at 30 fps not good enough. The story is very good and the setting is quite original. Strongly recommended! Was released in 2027 but it holds really really well, could be released tomorow no problem, the technical aspect is flawless. No need to pick the remaster, this one looks stunning already.
May 13, 2026
7
HadokenLars
One of the most unique games of its time with a story you had to hear that kept you playing. Super fun and addictive. One of my personal favorites to play over and over.
Mar 24, 2026
7
Vaibhavsood
Very easy More like a movie than a game If u r into gaming then this is not for h May be for kids
May 31, 2026
4
GroznyDamian
No gra niby wygląda dobrze, ale animacje twarzy i postaci drewniane. Postacie drewniano napisane, fabuła słaba. Szkoda czasu jak dla mnie, odstawiam po paru godzinach. Drewno i próba kopii wiedźmina.
Jun 26, 2025
4
JCVD
I WANTED to like and to love this game. I was told this was a gem any gamer had to play. That's why I put in 30+ hours. It felt like work after the first 2 hours which started very nicely. It became a grinding fest. Extremely dislikable character (Aloy). Couldn't get into the story exept for the beginning. Dislikable enemies. Robo-dinosaurs.....pathetic. Long travelling distances. Some repetetive contaminated areas. Some missions were o.k. and the world looks fantastic.
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SummaryHorizon Zero Dawn is a PS4-exclusive action role playing game developed by Guerrilla Games, creators of the Killzone franchise. As Horizon Zero Dawn’s main protagonist Aloy, a skilled hunter, explore a vibrant and lush world inhabited by mysterious mechanized creatures. Embark on an emotional journey to unravel mysteries of tribal societ... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
  • PlayStation 4
Feb 28, 2017
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