Horizon Zero Dawn Reviews

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 10, 2017

Definitely worth a purchase as you'll get your money's worth in play time and experience. One of the best exclusives for PlayStation.

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9.8 / 10.0
Mar 10, 2017

Horizon Zero Dawn is an immaculate title with almost no flaws in all fields. Why you bought PS4 if you didn't play Horizon Zero Dawn! It's PS4 at its best.

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 9, 2017

Set in a lush, futuristic world full of fascinating mechanical beasts and historical secrets, Horizon Zero Dawn is an impressive first entry into the RPG genre for Guerrilla Games. Eventually, some of the game's visual luster and ambitious world-building wears a bit thin, but as a technical masterpiece and a surprisingly feminist AAA game, Horizon Zero Dawn is a sight to behold, and an absolute joy to engage with.

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GameSpew
Top Critic
9 / 10
Mar 9, 2017

With a large, beautiful, varied open world, a compelling central mystery, interesting side-quests and top of the field gameplay, Horizon Zero Dawn is easily Guerilla Games’ best effort yet and by far one of the best games this generation so far.

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 9, 2017

In the future, giant robotic beasts roam the Earth, and the tribal human clans that remain have to survive amongst them. How does this new, PlayStation 4 exclusive stack up against its competition, and is Horizon Zero Dawn a game that people should purchase a PS4 for?

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9 / 10.0
Mar 8, 2017

Horizon Zero Dawn is a kind of game that you admire. This game was a big risk by Guerrilla Games which paid off . Guerrilla Games showed us that it is important to take risks and focus on a brand new IP and create a game which everyone falls in love with.

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Shayan Ziaei
Top Critic
94 / 100
Mar 8, 2017

Horizon: Zero Dawn meets all our expectations of an exclusive game and even beyond. The story is really fascinating, music is no less than Ramin Djawadi's masterpiece in Game of Thrones, artistic and technical graphics run at a level which we've never seen anything like it and gameplay speaks for itself.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 8, 2017

Although the game uses well-known solutions of other productions, it is given in such a way that it does not frustrate and does not bring the thought that it was already somewhere.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 7, 2017

Despite the lack of originality in the genre, Horizon Zero Dawn is a textbook example of a game perfectly put together to give the audience an emotional and unforgettable experience. The freshness and the beautifully crafted world is what we have been waiting to see this year and it has been delivered on a golden platter. Aloy just gave Lara Croft a run for her money. She is the ultimate badass.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 7, 2017

As a final thought, Horizon: Zero Dawn is a great game, one of those weird titles that survives its tremendous hype without hurting the final experience. The risk taken by Sony in asking Guerrilla to develop a AAA game that wasn’t in their comfort zone was a right decision. The way the title is narrated, touching deep and sensible themes, the implementation of playable elements and the focus on making the player want to explore a vast world, show that the six years in the making weren’t in vain. This could be another big new IP for Playstation, as it was Uncharted and The Last of Us in their last gen hardware.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 7, 2017

Horizon is a must-play title for any PS4 owner, which boasts a remarkable lead character and a rich, thrilling open world.

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Unscored
Mar 6, 2017

I think for me this game is at it’s absolute best in the unscripted moments that come about just wandering the world. That isn’t to take away anything from the missions themselves because they are excellent but things happen in that wonderful open world that leave me breathless

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Mar 6, 2017

Guerrilla Games have struck the perfect balance of exploration, dungeon crawling, and combat in Horizon: Zero Dawn in one of the most visually stunning games of this console generation. It really took some balls to develop a new IP in a genre they almost have no experience in, but their gamble has paid off. Which allows me to wholeheartedly recommend this game to anyone out there.

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9.8 / 10.0
Mar 6, 2017

I got on the hype train early for this one, and I must say that Guerrilla Games delivers a nearly flawless gem of a game. Horizon: Zero Dawn is an exceptional title from start to finish and is an absolute must for any gamer, old or new.

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Frostengine
9 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2017

Horizon: Zero Dawn is a game that in no event it is impossible to miss, a low bow to the team of developer for what could. Could make life so thrilling adventure. To convey the atmosphere of the game, which envelops and you are forced to return to such a stunning world, a world in which both people and robotic creatures. A world where Eloy lives.

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10 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2017

Horizon Zero Dawn is nothing short of a masterpiece that elevates Guerrilla Games to the likes of Naughty Dog and CD Projekt Red. The unique, engrossing story, complex and fast-paced gameplay, absolutely gorgeous open world to traverse, and so much more are brought to life thanks to the Killzone developer. The game has genuinely made it into my top ten list of all time and will probably make it higher once time has passed. There's nothing that should stop you from buying this title if you have a PlayStation 4. Hell if you don't have one, buy a system just for this game. This isn't just a magnificent RPG video game, it's a journey that everyone should experience.

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Gamers Heroes
Captain Camper
Top Critic
8 / 10
Mar 5, 2017

A few poor decisions are the only things holding back Horizon Zero Dawn. It’s a great game in every sense of the word, but poor fundamental RPG mechanics stop it becoming something fantastic. Let’s hope they get it right in the sequel.

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Mar 3, 2017

Blending familiar gameplay with a stunning new world and dynamic lead character, Horizon is a tour de force for Sony's console

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9 / 10
Mar 3, 2017

Horizon: Zero Dawn not only gathers all the great elements of Action-RPG genre, but also introduces some neat and new ideas; and most importantly, executes all those new ideas brilliantly. A great setting, exciting new character, engaging combat system, a large and wonderful world full of quests; Horizon: Zero Dawn is the complete package.

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 3, 2017

Horizon: Zero Dawn exceeded all my expectations. From the impeccable graphics to the character development, every aspect of this game compels you to play more. The freedom of the open world coupled with the lore driven storyline is extremely well balanced and flexible. The customization options and variety in quests allows you to linger as long as you like, or push through the gripping storyline to find the answers that you seek. Aloy is a strong and positive role model who inspires you to overcome any obstacle and stay strong during times of hardship. Her character is both refreshing and a powerful influence on the way we see the world as we progress through the game. This is one of the most polished, visually spectacular, and engaging video games I have ever played. The bar has most certainly been raised. Thank you Guerrilla Games, for stepping into the Action-RPG genre, you nailed it!

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