Horizon Zero Dawn was a game that wowed players with its stunning graphics when it was first released on the PlayStation 4 in 2017. Now, with the release of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, the game has received a major upgrade to bring it more in line with its sequel, Horizon Forbidden West. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from the remaster.
The remastered version of Horizon Zero Dawn brings a host of improvements to the game. The visuals have been significantly upgraded, with better textures, increased foliage density, and reworked lighting. Additionally, more than 10 hours of dialogue and motion capture have been re-recorded, making the characters appear much more lifelike and fluid in cutscenes. DualSense support has been added, offering haptic feedback and adaptive trigger functionality. Players can now fully remap their controls and take advantage of new accessibility features. The audio has also been remixed to utilize Dolby Atmos and PlayStation’s Tempest 3D AudioTech.
For those wondering about the length of the game, an average playthrough of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered will take around 20 to 25 hours if you focus mainly on the main story. The game also includes the DLC, The Frozen Wilds, which can add another 10 to 15 hours of gameplay. Players looking to complete all optional tasks and explore everything the game has to offer can spend up to 80 hours in the game, earning the coveted Platinum trophy.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered was developed by Nixxes, a studio known for their work on other popular PlayStation exclusives like Marvel’s Spider-Man and Ghost of Tsushima. The game is available on PlayStation 5 and PC, and while it will not be released on Xbox or Nintendo consoles, a Lego Horizon Adventures game is set to launch on Nintendo Switch.
Players who already own the original Horizon Zero Dawn can upgrade to the remastered version for $10, while new players can purchase the game for $50. Before buying the game, it’s important to check if your PC meets the minimum and recommended specs. The minimum specs include Windows 10, Intel Core i3-8100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT, 16GB RAM, and 135GB storage. The recommended specs include Windows 10, Intel Core i5-8600 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700, 16GB RAM, and 135GB storage.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered is now available for PS5 and PC, with a release date set for November 14 for the playful Lego Horizon Adventures game on PS5, Switch, and PC.