Horizon Forbidden West: 7 Tips You Need to Know Before You Start

[@brendanoleary9803]

"there are many new cooking ingredients but my favourite has to be that salt" had me howling, just perfect.

[@Jonahrattler]

Lmbo!!!

[@ReXtion88]

Just to say that I am one of those people who opened this video despite wanting to go in cold, because a) I wanted to give you guys a view even if an incomplete one, b) I wanted to leave a comment saying that I found the equivalent video to this one you guys did of HZD hugely helpful and I love that you're bringing it back for the sequel and therefore c) I love that there's one for the sequel as well! Killing it as always

[@penguingonemad]

Thanks for all the time and effort you've put into these Forbidden West videos, Ellen! They've all been great, take a bow (and maybe some arrows too)

[@andywinneris4153]

I ged it ;)

[@ruanroets7943]

Do we keep some old gear

[@penguingonemad]

@@ruanroets7943 I think the canonical reason Aloy is traveling so light is because she lost her gear in an attack. She has her shield-weaver armor but it has since lost charge. Lots of cool new weapons and armour to be found in the West though, doesn't take too long before you get your hands on them.

[@AbsolutelyAmel]

Cannot express how excited i am. Ordered the Collectors Edition because Horizon became one of my favourite games ever. Here's hoping for a third game 👀👌🏻 Besides, there's not that many games where devs put so much love into it. With Horizon you can just tell how much these people enjoy crafting that world. Just stunning.

[@Pro_Butcher_Amateur_Human]

Why stop at 3 Horizon games? Bethesda games style- different regions. Once Aloy's story is complete, let's explore a new character who came out of Cradle facility in Italy or South Korea or India or wherever. And let's have a prequel spin-off where we fight the losing fight of Operation Enduring Victory. It would be incredibly tragic, getting to know and love characters then, while already knowing how their story ends. They have the gritty shooter experience already from making Killzone.

[@gigijen6851]

love the first one thats such a good idea u can make so much out of this universe

[@mark-angelofamularcano237]

One thing I appreciated in this fame more is the Oseram people. Very dynamic and more enjoyable to interact with, plus their suits and armor are more fleshed out! Definitely more imposing than the previous game's design! I love this game!

[@Pro_Butcher_Amateur_Human]

Yeah, they've really nailed the localisation of people. Every group feels different and distinct. In HZD, I wouldn't know if a civilian was Carja or Oseram until I saw the icon to talk to them. In HFW, I can tell at a glance if someone is Carja, Tenakth, Oseram, etc. Every tribe is unique in ways they weren't in HZD.

[@derrickvictor8829]

I just don’t enjoy Oseram armor. I didn’t in the first game, and I don’t now. Even the Utaru armor doesn’t look good to me. But, I know it’s personal preference. I’ve been wearing a Tennakth armor for the bulk of my playthrough. I prefer Nora, Tennakth, and Carja armor. They all look stunning and have great stats.

[@zachrabaznaz7687]

@@derrickvictor8829 have you seen the Oseram Artificer?

[@Captain_Pudding]

You know a game is going to be good when the publisher allows reviews to be published before launch day

[@collinsims2413]

I think it says more about the confidence in the team behind the game, but yes, i agree with this too.

[@samprizeman4509]

@@collinsims2413 they’re kind of one and the same thing

[@Michael_Lindell]

This video helps us get the best out of the west, well done!

[@notoriousbmc1]

It really pays to experiment with the different weapons/traps. Don't just bow everything. The different weapons can create great moments battling Cybersaurs.

[@joeldfisher]

always wanted an arena where I could fight the machines for fun, so the pit sounds like a great addition.

[@carpetfluff35]

There is a bigger machine based arena as well as these human melee based ones.

[@JS...]

The first one's pretty obvious, since I never go where I'm supposed to go until I've exhausted all the other options ...

[@outsidextra]

Same! But not everyone plays the same. It’s just a call for the mainliners watching to slow down and become one of us, One Of Us, ONE OF US - E

[@mrdewarion]

The completionist's guild approves this message.

[@carpetfluff35]

Same, although I have seen several reviewers complaining that the opening section is a boring slog filling you in on what went before and you shouldn't bother. Everyone's different.

[@MrMBinder]

This is so perfectly suited for my playstyle. Gathering *everything* at all times, I hope it won't get me over-leveled for things that come after. Also; KZbin's 1080p compression doesn't do the game's graphics justice at all.

[@Pro_Butcher_Amateur_Human]

The Sea of Sands quests had me sitting forwards and going "oh wow" out loud quite a few times. It was such a pretty quest. Probably the best, and best animated, NPC's and cutscenes I've encountered so far (lvl 29, just completed Sea of Sands, my first of that quest trio) Incredible location with a stunning atmosphere. Cool boss and boss intro. And the finale was gorgeous. Going back afterwards and spending some more time with Morlund leads to some more visually stunning moments.

[@derrickvictor8829]

After 13 days, I’m sure you’re already aware, but I thought I’d comment for anyone else starting out and reading this: you shouldn’t level out of areas too easily. First, it takes a ton of XP once you reach higher levels. Then, I’ve found that even 5 levels higher than a recommended side quest I still come across enemies on the path that are challenging. In fact, just last night at level 33, I was heading to a side quest for level 25 near the western border. On my way (prior to getting to the marker), I tried to fight a giant machine that killed me very quickly. Lol. It’s nice to know that I can level up high and still face some challenges.

[@Daniele-music]

Which one?

[@jamesbrice3267]

If the only problem is resurfacing, just use a Fast Travel Pack to teleport to the nearest Campfire. This tip comes from Falcon btw.

[@chrystpick7741]

Yes! I finally watched that video today (was holding on on them until I had at least started) And when I played I used the trick instantly for some stuff I previously couldn't reach!

[@DanniShelton]

Finished it today, including all the mini games and even filled out the skill tree. It’s super fun y’all. The story is great. Can’t wait for future DLC.

[@SuperBeardWill]

Pick up everything that isn't nailed down, RPG 101. Whenever that magical time comes that ps5's are available, I look forward to playing this! Good vid guys

[@reyennarhel2505]

It's availalbe on PS4 and buying it on that system lets you upgrade to PS5 for free once you get one. Also you can sign up on Sony's site to get an invite to order a PS5 if you have an active PSN account. That's how I got mine.

[@meganallday]

@@reyennarhel2505 that’s awesome. I wasn’t sure if I’d have to buy the ps5 game once I upgrade my console. Good to know!

[@carlb4429]

FYI… You can fast travel out of the water before you drown. Great for collecting resources early.

[@Solarstormflare]

I love that you can also fast travel out of combat as long as you are not jumping.

[@shadowcat1606]

Contrary to what Ellen says, underwater exploration is actually the one thing i'm not excited about at all :D Underwater parts are always the bits i like the least about games, no matter how good they are. But i'll admit... it does look brilliant and very inviting to. And infinite oxygen is definitely a plus that will take a lot of stress out of it. Might actually enjoy that for once.

[@Zoso14892]

Soooo, this is a call for someone to gift you Subnautica, right?

[@jamesbrice3267]

According to Falcon, you can use Fast Travel packs anywhere in the world, including underwater. Just dive down and teleport back up.

[@lancegriner7355]

@@jamesbrice3267 you can I did it last night. It is frustrating that you can't fully explore water parts. I hope that she's wrong about level 22 to unlock the water mask.

[@jamesbrice3267]

@@lancegriner7355, She probably means getting to the West Coast past No Man's Land and the Desert.

[@reyennarhel2505]

@@lancegriner7355 Nah its level 22 - it's part of a story quest and there's no way to get it outside of that quest. The quest is level 22.

[@hollyhartwick3832]

There's an accessibility option you can turn on that ensures you won't lose any items, regardless of how you defeat a machine. Much preferred for optimizing strategy, survival and ending battles as quickly as possible, rather that faffing about trying to knock off specific parts before taking the fight seriously.

[@vaibhavdeshmukh7402]

Great suggestion! thanks!

[@katfromthekong414]

Dowloaded it today and only 5 hours to go until I'm allowed to start weeeee 🥳

[@RevanAlaire]

12 hours for me. 😭

[@katfromthekong414]

@@RevanAlaire Well, in truth I won't be up in 5 hours when the clock strikes midnight and still have to work in the morning, so it'll more like 16 hours before I actually start playing 😉

[@GrimmShadowsII]

@@RevanAlaire 17 for me and it autodownloaded for me last Friday, probably just to taunt me.

[@katfromthekong414]

@@GrimmShadowsII hahaha I only remembered today to download it ahead of time and was so glad I did cause it took about 7 hours or so lol

[@GrimmShadowsII]

@@katfromthekong414 that's why I leave autodownload on I'd forget too lol

[@carpetfluff35]

It is worth pointing out that if the thought of destructible loot doesn't appeal you can turn on 'easy loot' in the accessibilty options that just makes everything left attached fall off when you kill the machine and doesn't destroy any of it.

[@LadyLightningstorm]

Aim for a boar's head and even with a weaker bow, you can still sometimes oneshot them.

[@bradbootsma6419]

"My new favorite ingredient is that salt" that made me laugh so hard I'm definitely going to subscribe and check out more of your videos

[@jeremyhodge9029]

I was skeptic when this game came out I started playing and I'm gonna be playing it very slowly but they did a great job with this sequel this one is so much better than the 1st 1.

[@UrvineSpiegel]

3:20 come on buddy... Devs could go out of their way to make carrying goods as problematic as possible. We would still run out and snatch up everything we can, even if they're nailed down. Even if we have to crawl to the nearest bank/warehouse, thats just who we are.

[@ricoaioa]

The cutscenes and models look so much better

[@Noney87]

this has been the easiest and best beginners guide I've passed through. Well done!

[@SkeeLoGreene]

That exploding spear weapon looks awesome. Didn't know that was in the game. Can't wait to play this tonight

[@sbjaimz224]

My favorite weapon so far I’m only lvl 10. Can’t wait to get a better one

[@Nakura1Otagwa]

I was gonna ask why this was uploaded at 3 AM, then I remembered you guys are from the UK.

[@excelsior5217]

You can use a fast travel pack when you're underwater saves you every time

[@readsomebooks666]

Wow! A game sequel that actually expects you to play the previous entry?! I wish that wasn’t so incredible!

[@landonewts]

Finishing Zero Dawn tonight and starting Forbidden West, these are great tips! (I am especially glad there will be ladders to help me regain my progress when I invariably miss a jump or biff a climb.) Thank you!

[@frozenninja4030]

Yep. I drowned in that exact dark cave in the Daunt that I realized too late had no air pockets. Guess I should have watched this helpful tips vid from Outside Xtra first!!

[@JWest8606]

Finally got myself a PS5 yesterday, and Forbidden West is my first game on it. Only played just past the titles, but my god is it beautiful. And I'm so happy to be getting more info about the world. Zero Dawn was such a cool setting, and I'm so happy to see more of it.

[@bryanellis459]

The PS4 version comes with a free upgrade to the PS5 version and is a tenner cheaper than the PS5 version as well (in Euro's anyway)

[@navtektv]

I'm gonna appreciate all the help Forbidden West is going to offer me because in a weeks time, when I start Elden Ring, I know exactly how much help that game is going to give me. 😁

[@12345.......]

Tip: you can fast travel from anywhere if it's in your inventory, unless you are falling. Easy way to avoid dying.

[@sanzau8669]

It took me the better part of 2days too get the surge charge combo right the R1.R1.R1 pause R1 then hold R1 release and then R2 when I could not do it after 2 hours straight I left it then did every single other melee pits and came back too do this one as I needed it for the trophy

[@AzazelWithWings]

I definitely noticed that weapon effects (ie corrosion, frost, fire) made a difference here compared to zero dawn. I’m loving the game.

[@SpartanPersonalTraining]

Love this game but only complaint I have is no underwater combat or at least some way to defend yourself underwater besides hiding and smoke bombs

[@obsessionsofthevoid]

Did y'all know that Aloy is in Genshin Impact? She was a PS4 only character. I don't have her because I didn't get a PS4 during the time you could claim her but sadly most people don't play her because bow users are kinda bad in Genshin.

[@kraziiXIII]

This reminds me of one of the theories FW and GI made me think about; that some way some how Aloy ends up learning/making dimension hopping tech/ time travel. It could connect the games together.

[@yamiatemyugi]

“In a desert full of T Rexes” that shoot LAZERS

[@CraigUntlNytTym]

This and Elden Ring, there's so much to play.

[@davidpickavance1]

I definitely missed that last ladder and fell off that section at least 3 times. 😅

[@MadcapMatt]

Better in this game? I enjoyed the side quests in the first one plenty.

[@GrimmShadowsII]

I try to do everything in open world games, more bang for the buck, but yeah HZD definitely was one of those games where the side missions were enjoyable and added to the game lore/world rather then just busy work that just added money or experience or at best some gear.

[@outsidextra]

I loved the side quests in HZD. And I think these ones are better :) - E

[@Lionfire42]

True. Some of the Aloy's wittiest lines came during the side quests.

[@FonzietheCapybara]

Rewatching this in anticipation of the PC release in just a few days, thanks for the tips Ellen!

[@paulnolan4971]

Playing it on PC finally and HAVING A BLAST !

[@lollyel943]

Thank you for sharing these tips! I skipped through just to get the overlay headlines for now, so will come back and watch it properly once I have geun playing it.

[@andrewoconnor7850]

Loved the video-love the new game too & all the upgrades. Y'all funny with your glib commentary.

[@kcollier2192]

You might be asking how did Ellen land the previews for this game? Outside Xbox/Luke: "We should have a lottery as to who does the review." Ellen: "Me,me! I'll do it!" Outside Xbox/Luke: "Now Ellen, we really th-." Ellen: "Have I told you guys about Kingdoms of Amalur? I could talk for HOURS about Kingdoms of-," Outside Xbox/Luke: "Alright, alright- you win!"

[@Onesteve3333]

I appreciate these tips but, when comparing your upgraded bow to your un-upgraded bow you hit that last boar with a critical headshot. That's why it went down in one hit, not because of the upgrades.

[@Jute511]

Just starting this game, great tips, thank you.

[@Zenlore6499]

I don’t even have a PS5, I just want to hear Ellen and see Aloy. Very pleasant combination of cute and badass, from both of them!

[@ToxicFlame100]

System of a drown lol love it. Waiting for mine to turn up today, very useful video :)

[@fitzgeralddonut4058]

I’m still in the daunt but all the little convenience features the devs added are absolutely fucking fantastic. Like putting on the map that you haven’t unlocked the tool for to explore a discovered location next to the name. The stash, making jobs for materials you need, etc.

[@81684hnxv]

Watch your language, boy

[@chetm.7826]

Dont fret future ellen, i watched your horizon videos you worked hard on! It just took awhile to get a ps5.

[@moonbasebroadcasting8447]

the QOL improvements alone are fabulous

[@JustSumGuy01]

Would be nice if they brought back the stormslinger from Frozen Wilds or the Shield armor

[@IonicTechYT]

Love the humor… with that accent! Lovely! I am subscribed!

[@NathanOkun]

You can change many settings by hand. Some should be adjusted, such as improving slides and running and automatically picking up things by just moving over them to save time. Know what the settings do!

[@jeremyhodge9029]

Thank you for the tips Ellen very good video this game gives a lot more than the 1st one did

[@MrC_XVI]

This was great. Even if I don't play this game, I still enjoy a good guide. Thanks!

[@Potter5416]

The only thing lacking is inviting companions on any quest

[@chelseaestebat1121]

"Take everything that isn't nailed down" you should see all the rocks in my inventory

[@Sakabatou77]

I don't watch these until I finished the game. Don't worry, I finished it beginning of March. I just now got around to seeing this one. As for almost drowning, you can fast travel to a camp fire before you drown.

[@TheWindii]

2:35 sounds like something Merilwen would say about a certain bow.

[@chanmarr8118]

I found that sunken cave and immediately thought it’s something for later. Played enough games to know that by now. I think I recently played Skyward Sword where that kept happening to me so I sensed that with Forbidden West right away. If I didn’t recognize something that I can get pass, I’ll keep on walking west.

[@bluecat3338]

I'm so stoked for this game. I took time off work so I can play it the day it comes out.

[@liamlane1165]

If you clear the first area and get the trophy for doing so, the people behind the game plan to plant trees for each person who get the trophy.

[@lambo2655]

Nice tips, I adore this game as well as Zero Dawn but my one major complaint is having the diving mask and the Vine cutter tool placed so far in the main story path. By the time you get the last piece of special gear you’ve completed more than half the story missions. The diving mask should have also been obtainable much earlier in the story.

[@gigijen6851]

thanks for the last one i was ready to google how to get them like i thought it was some really complicated puzzle i couldnt solve😭

[@paulnolan4971]

Playing it on PC finally and HAVING A BLAST !

[@Nathanyel]

Wait, that underwater music at 16:24 reminds me very much of ABZU :D

[@jaronneutronix3231]

That’s a solid sign-off!! From now on you should end every video with “Let’s go kill some robot dinosaurs! Raurrrghh!!” Lolol

[@SevenDaysToNoon]

Excellent tips and the humour was spot on. 👍

[@chayse1225]

Watching this then starting the game 😎 I’m so freaking excited

[@gina6746]

I like the sharpshot bow especially the sharpshot bow from arena

[@gina6746]

Even though

[@spider-man3863]

Did you also know you can shoot the canisters on scrap piles to harvest them. Before you search the piles, or they will disappear.

[@DarkDoz]

Thanks for sharing and great job

[@CraigyDizzle]

Excellent heads up thanks!

[@TheLateral18]

Imaginé, dying in a flooded cave triggers an ending 😂... There was one side of the room i couldn't get. That was where the space people show up. Where you first get to the room flooded. To the right there were some resources. I couldn't figure it out

[@alwayswrite2011]

Thanks for the tips, Ellen! I'm counting the hours until I can download the game! ❤

[@TheUltrasora]

You didnt preloaded it? I have it downloaded but wont be able to play until after the countdown.

[@alwayswrite2011]

@@TheUltrasora I watched the video before turning my PS on. It's sitting there, taunting me... denying me my desires.

[@TheUltrasora]

@@alwayswrite2011 lol. I'm at work . I get off around the time it unlocks and I have next day off. I'm going stay up all night playing it.

[@bluecat3338]

3:27 If you can pry it up with a crowbar, it obviously wasn’t nailed down.

[@chelseaestebat1121]

I'll watch this after I play for at least 8 hours, I promise!

[@outsidextra]

But this is for those hours!!! Haha - E

[@chelseaestebat1121]

@@outsidextra but i wanted the hardship XD

[@ruanroets7943]

That's it im Ordering this next week

[@chewlarue]

Grab everything that isn't nailed down? Ah Ellen, I see you are a Blood Raven at heart

[@vvandavvitch]

Just curious what comes first the footage or the script or is it simultaneously created ?

[@mateuszjanczuk4075]

This game is sometimes overwhelming for me compared to first one. Its much more complicated but i'm looooving it.

[@amandaherbert4194]

“Loots with the fur” title card got me

[@brandonwithnell612]

the game marks blocked pahts? awesome too any games dont do that and i end up forgetting to come back for stuff

[@thepiedpiper3034]

Very helpful

[@Borderlines]

Gosh this game looks gorgeous

[@2robdot]

So,your advice is do the quests and gather the loot?

[@Mike-pd6np]

What about the second area with the spire, when you talk to Avad? The map is cloudy like it needs to be uncovered but I can't leave.

[@orlaithmcg]

I am HYPED!

[@rong1812]

You know what would be dope 🤔 , if you could take one or two other characters with you when you are farming and trying upgrade your weapons 😉

[@devildham]

Now there's a cooking mechanics? If they have MH/FF15 level cinematics for the plates, I'm going to be playing this game for the rest of the year😋

[@oliviacwik3815]

Ellen's going off on the alliterations here :)

[@Howitchewstofeel5gum]

I love how several tribes think only they could have come up with an idea as simple as Hunting Grounds lol, just loke the real world. In general, Horizon is really good at exposing humanity's stupidity.

[@hollamonm]

Here's exactly what I heard: Platinum the game! Cause, yeah, I just do whatever quests I can, wherever I can, because I love bigger and more powerful challenges. Edit: Also, I hope there isn't another challenge like the crab challenge from HZD, or the raven-like ice bird things, because I HATED them both with a passion! THEY SUCKED SO MUCH!

[@ShieldofTerror]

I spent about 10 hours in the Daunt. And another 20 hours in the subsequent territory after that.

[@KuroiRenge]

This is how I handled picking up items. "So this item is useful for-" "Collect it. Got is." "I didn't finish-" "Collect this too. Got it."

[@najibzulkafli5820]

The fact that ellen put the death animation while she’s swimming is amazing! Possibly sequel to one of your videos?

[@carpetfluff35]

I had Sonic flashbacks.

[@najibzulkafli5820]

That’s the exact video I’m referring to 🤣