Horizon Forbidden West, developed by Guerrilla Games and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, is the epic sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn. Set six months after the first game, it follows Aloy as she travels westward across a dying Earth to uncover the source of a mysterious blight threatening all life.
 

The Forbidden West is a vast, visually stunning open world featuring diverse biomes such as lush jungles, arid deserts, sunken cities, volcanic regions and tropical coastlines. Players encounter new tribes, cultures and factions, each with unique beliefs, conflicts and technologies. Exploration is expanded with new traversal tools like the Shieldwing glider, Pullcaster and enhanced climbing mechanics, allowing for greater vertical freedom.
 

Combat is deeper and more tactical than ever. Aloy faces a wide variety of new and returning machines, each with complex components and elemental weaknesses. Players can use bows, traps, spike throwers, shredder gauntlets and advanced melee combos to dismantle enemies strategically. The Valor Surge system introduces powerful abilities that enhance different playstyles.
 

The narrative dives deeper into the ancient past, artificial intelligence and humanity’s survival, blending emotional character moments with large-scale sci-fi revelations. Side quests are more cinematic and choice-driven, featuring meaningful character arcs and world consequences.
 

On PS5, the game showcases breathtaking visuals with fast loading, detailed environments, improved animations, and immersive sound design. The Burning Shores expansion adds a new region, story chapter and spectacular machine encounters, further expanding the experience.
 

With refined gameplay systems, stunning presentation, and a powerful continuation of Aloy’s story, Horizon Forbidden West stands as one of the most ambitious and polished open-world RPGs of its generation.