Horizon Zero Dawn is Guerrilla Games first new IP in over a decade, an open-world action RPG set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has regressed to tribal societies and the world is dominated by robotic creatures resembling dinosaurs and other animals. Players control Aloy, a young outcast from the Nora tribe, who sets out to uncover the truth about her origins and the fate of the old world. The game features a unique combat system centered around hunting machines with bows, traps, and elemental weapons, with each machine having specific weak points and components to target. The story explores themes of technology, ecology, and humanity relationship with machines, with a compelling mystery about what happened to the old world. The Frozen Wilds DLC adds a new area and story.
Master the core mechanics:
| Chapter | Objective | Key Tip |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Learn basics and controls |
| 2 | First Area | Explore thoroughly |
| 3 | Mid Game | Upgrade gear |
| 4 | Late Game | Prepare for final |
| 5 | Final Boss | Use all abilities |
| Boss | Difficulty | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Boss 1 | Easy | Learn patterns |
| Boss 2 | Medium | Use weaknesses |
| Boss 3 | Hard | Bring healing |
| Final Boss | Very Hard | Full preparation |