Horizon Zero Dawn released on February 28, 2017, which would make today the game's fourth anniversary. Fans are celebrating Horizon Zero Dawn online today, as it was one of the more memorable, innovative, and beautiful games of the last console generation.

Horizon Zero Dawn reviewed very well when it launched four years ago, as its blend of tranquil nature and dangerous technology was breath of fresh air. The game was an instant hit in many ways; another Sony exclusive that had the potential to stick along for the long haul.

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One of the things that makes Horizon Zero Dawn so memorable is its art style and visuals. Many fans have been sharing some of their favorite screenshots from their time in the game. Horizon Zero Dawn still looks good today, and the Horizon Forbidden West reveal trailer looks amazing as well; just a reminder of the talent at Guerrilla Games.

Fans are not the only ones celebrating, as Guerrilla Games is giving away a Horizon Zero Dawn Thunderjaw statue. The mechanical enemies and creatures in the world of the Horizon universe help set it apart. While there are plenty of open-world games out there, it is the curious mix of nature and technology that captured the imagination of so many players.

Whether it be Aloy cosplay, musical remixes, or paintings that capture the art of Horizon Zero Dawn, many artists have chosen to share their work as a "happy birthday" to the game as well. The community around the game is apparently very creative, so it is cool to see them use the world of Horizon as a canvas to work on. Guerrilla Games did not only create a special game with Horizon Zero Dawn, but it also made an enticing universe filled with lore that begs to be further explored. In many ways, that type of thing is an artist's dream.

The success of Horizon Zero Dawn is hard to deny. The game sold incredibly well, especially as a new IP alongside blockbuster titles such as 2018's God of War. Many might argue it was the best new IP on the PS4, and now its sequel is just around the corner. The anticipation and excitement for Horizon Forbidden West is high, but sometimes it is also important to appreciate what has already come.

Horizon Zero Dawn is available now for PC and PS4.

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