Horizon Forbidden West on PC: Detailed Overview of Release Date, Features, and Editions

Horizon Forbidden West is making its way to PC in early 2024. Explore the details of its release date, included features, and the "complete edition" for PS5 and PC.

Sony has announced that the much-anticipated Horizon Forbidden West will be coming to PC in the first part of 2024. This move is in collaboration with Nixxes Software, Sony's in-house port developer, which it acquired in 2021. The PC release will be available on both Steam and the Epic Games Store. This news follows Sony’s release of Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart on PC in July and is part of a broader strategy to diversify its gaming offerings.

The "Complete Edition" of Horizon Forbidden West

Alongside this development, Sony is also unveiling the "complete edition" of Horizon Forbidden West. This version will be accessible on the PS5 starting October 5th. The complete edition incorporates not just the core game but also its Burning Shores expansion. Moreover, other digital bonuses like an art book and soundtrack are part of this package. The complete edition is priced at $59.99 USD / €69.99 / ¥7,980.

The Sequel's Narrative and World Exploration

Horizon Forbidden West is a sequel that commences six months after the events of Horizon Zero Dawn. The new title promises a vivid and expansive in-game universe, replete with diverse terrains like snowy mountains and jungle marshes. Players can expect an in-depth exploratory experience as they navigate through this dynamic environment.

Sony's Long-Term Strategy: A Focus on PC and Mobile Gaming

Sony has set an ambitious goal to release approximately 50% of its gaming titles on PC and mobile platforms by the year 2025. Games like Horizon Forbidden West and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart are integral to this plan, aiming to expand Sony’s gaming footprint beyond just PS4 and PS5 consoles. In addition, there are speculations about Sony considering a PlayStation PC launcher. This speculation gained traction after references to a PlayStation PC launcher were found in Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered for PC.

What's Included in Horizon Forbidden West: Complete Edition

The "complete edition" of Horizon Forbidden West encompasses a broad range of features and in-game items. Below is what the package includes: