At Summer Game Fest, players got a sneak preview of LEGO Horizon Adventures. It appears to be a fun, lighthearted game that fuses the machine-battling of the Horizon franchise with the joviality of the LEGO franchise. The game is slated to be released during 2024’s holiday season.
To the surprise of many, the game won’t be exclusive to PlayStation, as the Horizon franchise has been all these years. Instead, it’ll be released on PC and the Nintendo Switch as well. This is a good omen for those who aren’t a fan of exclusivity, as it indicates that Sony is becoming a lot more comfortable sharing its IPs with other platforms.
Every Companion Who Visits The Base In Horizon Forbidden West
One of the defining aspects of Horizon Forbidden West has to be the list of endearing characters that Aloy interacts with during her travels.
Sony Expands Its Horizons With LEGO's Help
Sony has typically been very protective of its exclusive games. However, there's been a clear shift in recent years, and Sony has been slowly releasing its best titles onto PC. This trend continues with LEGO Horizon Adventures, except this new game will also be on the Nintendo Switch.
It is a surprise to see a Sony IP making its way onto the Nintendo Switch, but it is ultimately a good choice, as it means more players than ever will get to enjoy Aloy and her world of deadly machines. With Varl making an appearance too, it’s certain to be an adventure not to be forgotten.
Horizon is Perfect For Lego
The Horizon franchise is perfect for the LEGO treatment, as the game's machines are modular and defeated by knocking components off. In the LEGO world, this can be replicated by knocking LEGO pieces off the machines.
The Implications of Horizon Launching on the Nintendo Switch
At first, it may seem that the Switch release of the game is an indication that Lego Horizon Adventures isn’t a particularly large game if the aged hybrid console can handle it. However, it’s worth remembering that the Switch has consistently punched above its weight and ran games like Red Dead Redemption on its hardware.
Sony’s Reach Expands With Lego Horizon Adventures
The multi-platform release may be another sign that Sony is beginning to value exclusivity less and is willing to share its IPs with other platforms. This is ultimately a good thing for the gaming industry, as it means that players won’t need multiple platforms to play all their favorite games. It also means that PlayStation franchise stars like Aloy can find greater popularity and reach a wider audience. This is a trend that should continue, and Sony should eventually look past the Nintendo Switch and PC and consider the Xbox ecosystem as well.
Lego Horizon Adventures looks like it’ll be a blast and that it’ll pack a lot more humor than the typical Horizon game. Plenty of recognizable machines are seen in the trailer, including Watchers and the mighty Thunderjaws, which should make it a treat for long-time Horizon fans. It’s a good sign that the game is getting a Nintendo Switch, as it means we may see more Sony exclusives get the same treatment in the future, opening up these titles to a much wider audience.
LEGO Horizon Adventures
LEGO Horizon Adventures gives Guerrilla Games' Horizon post-apocalyptic universe a brick-themed makeover. While Aloy takes center stage, the game does not have to be a solo ride and supports co-op.
