Horizon Zero Dawn: 10 Things A Prequel/Sequel Must Address

Some questions and issues for the creators to consider.

Horizon Zero Dawn
Sony

Although Horizon Zero Dawn came out in March, there's no doubt that Guerilla Games succeeded in creating a strong game of the year candidate. The PS4 exclusive is a vast, incredible adventure, presented with breathtaking beauty. Both graphically and story-wise, Aloy's quest is one of the most impressive in recent video game history.

With an open ending, it's evident that the creators have their eyes on a sequel. And rightfully so - such a great product and an impressive universe to fill with imaginable creatures and clans validates at least one more go. The game is great, but after about a month of availability, it has probably been completed by the vast majority of gamers.

Taking into consideration the need for new stimuli, as well as the almost unanimous praise that the game received, it is safe to maybe not demand, but encourage the creators to expand the Earth of the future and give us something to look forward to.

If you've enjoyed the game and want to share your thoughts on how it could be expanded upon, feel free to share them in the comment section.

10. Sylens - The Protagonist?

Horizon Zero Dawn
Guerrilla Games

This one is fairly obvious, Sylens is after all the last character that we see on the screen.

He departs whilst having complete control over HADES, as he holds its floating core inside a metal cage. There is some potential for future exploration here, because HADES is not destroyed collectively, but is in the hands of the man who once struck a deal with the entity and created a cult that worshipped it.

Sylens would make for a very interesting protagonist. He is not a one-dimensional character, he does not always do the right thing, opting instead for the more interesting one. Sylens wants to gain knowledge, no matter the costs. This can lead to disaster, but also make for a well-constructed story.

It's not like the two can't mesh together quite well.

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