I absolutely adore the Horizon series. Zero Dawn, for me, is one of the best action-RPGs of the last decade, and its sequel, Forbidden West, continued that legacy by retaining what worked and expanding on the best parts. Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered gives next-gen (or current-gen?) players the chance to revisit where Aloy’s story begins, with the added benefit of a significant graphical update.
The opening cinematic introduces us to young Aloy as she learns her way around Nora lands, living as a tribe outcast due to her “guilt” of being motherless. This leads to numerous training sessions with her guardian Rost, all while the tribe keeps her at a distance, following their strict laws. It’s not until she is taunted by a boy from the tribe that Aloy resolves to win “The Proving” and become a Nora Brave—a warrior of the tribe.
Throughout this story setup and character development, the game’s beauty truly shines. With a strong emphasis on the environment—trees,... Read more