Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered on PS5 invites you back to Aloy’s extraordinary world, where colossal machines roam a lush, overgrown Earth and pockets of humanity cling to life among ancient ruins. This remaster takes the critically acclaimed adventure you love and elevates it with PS5 power, delivering more vivid landscapes, smarter details, and a living world that responds with breathtaking realism.
New visuals, native speed, and a world that feels alive
Traverse frozen peaks, primeval forests, and sun-scorched deserts with 4K graphics and refined textures that reveal every leaf, rusted relic, and towering machine in astonishing clarity. The Ultra High-Speed SSD makes quick journeys between biomes feel instant, so you can focus on exploration, discovery, and the thrill of the hunt without waiting.
PS5-specific enhancements that deepen immersion
- Adaptive triggers on the DualSense controller let you feel the tension of drawing a bowstring and releasing a precise arrow, making every shot a tactile moment.
- Haptic feedback brings the world to your fingertips, from the thunder of a distant machine to the whisper of grasses brushing Aloy as you plan your next move.
- Tempest 3D AudioTech places you in the heart of the action with spatial sound — hear approaching enemies and distant echoes as if you were really there.
Open world, deep combat, and a story that resonates
Return to a vast, living planet where machines, wildlife, and human clans intersect. As Aloy, you’ll script your own path through a narrative driven by discovery: uncover the origins of the machines, confront a looming threat, and unearth the truth behind a world in upheaval. Engage in tactical, weapon-based combat, exploiting machine weaknesses with an arsenal that includes bows, spears, traps, and other specialized gear. The Remastered edition preserves the award-winning storytelling and characters while delivering sharper visuals and smoother performance on PS5.
Who this is for and how you’ll use it
- Ideal for players who crave expansive open-world RPGs with a rich story, strategic combat, and a breathtaking post-apocalyptic setting.
- Perfect for returning players seeking a more immersive experience on modern hardware, and newcomers looking for a gripping, cinematic adventure.
- Use cases include long-form exploration, methodical hunts of dynamic machines, stealth-based approaches, and character-driven moments with memorable companions and settlements.
Why this remaster stands apart
Unlike other remasters, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered on PS5 leans into the platform’s strengths with tangible, gameplay-focused enhancements. You’ll notice crisper textures, more nuanced lighting, and environmental detail that elevates every corner of Aloy’s world. The combination of upgraded visuals, adaptive controller feedback, immersive audio, and rapid loading translates to a more responsive, cinematic experience—one that honors the original while inviting players to lose themselves in its scale once again.
Practical tips to maximize your adventure
- Plan ambushes and high-ground approaches to maximize stealth and efficiency in battles against large machines.
- Experiment with different weapon loadouts to exploit specific machine weaknesses and environmental opportunities.
- Take advantage of fast travel between settlements to map routes, complete side quests, and uncover lore hidden in the world’s ruins.
Experience the legend of Horizon Zero Dawn in its richest form yet with PS5’s power behind every arrow, every step, and every discovery. The horizon awaits—step into Aloy’s remastered world and redefine what it means to hunt in a world where the line between past and future is always shifting.