Exclusive: Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered - PS5 DF Tech Review - Is The Upgrade Worthwhile

We had doubts, we were sceptical. The original Horizon Zero Dawn with its 60fps upgrade for PS5 was already a highly attractive game with excellent performance. Was there any real need for a remaster? Sony, Guerrilla and Nixxes decided to challenge our opinions by giving us early access to the game with no restrictions. And yes, Horizon Zero Dawn with its 60fps upgrade for PS5 is still a highly attractive game with excellent performance - so to what extent is the game improved and is the endeavour worthwhile? Want some DF-branded tee-shirts, mugs, hoodies and various items based on DF catchphrases? Check out our store: Join the DF Supporter Program for pristine video downloads, behind the scenes content, early access to DF Retro, early access to DF Direct Weekly and much, much more: Subscribe for more Digital Foundry: 00:00 - Introduction 01:54 - First Boot - The Options Menu 02:41 - Performance Modes 04:26 - Environmental Detail Comparison 07:13 - Water Rendering 08:57 - Environmental VFX 10:40 - Lighting Changes 13:17 - Character Improvements 16:25 - Audio Demonstration 18:15 - Ending