At Summer Game Fest, players got a sneak preview ofLEGO Horizon Adventures. It appears to be a fun, lighthearted game that fuses the machine-battling of theHorizonfranchise 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 theHorizonfranchise 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.
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 withLEGO Horizon Adventures,except thisnew 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
TheHorizonfranchise 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 thatLego Horizon Adventuresisn’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 likeRed Dead Redemptionon 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 thatPlayStation franchise stars like Aloycan 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 Adventureslooks like it’ll be a blast and that it’ll pack a lot more humor than the typicalHorizongame. Plenty of recognizable machines are seen in the trailer, including Watchers andthe mighty Thunderjaws, which should make it a treat for long-timeHorizonfans. 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
WHERE TO PLAY
In a far future, where giant mechanized beasts roam a landscape reclaimed by nature and humans live in primitive tribes, an ancient evil seeks to destroy the world…Join hunter Aloy as she leads a colourful crew of heroes on a quest to save the meadows, forests, and mountains of Earth from a man called Helis, who leads a gang of sunworshippers that follow an Ancient Evil shrouded in mystery.Dive into a thrilling adventure alone, or with friends with couch co-op or online play, customize your home in true LEGO style, and uncover stunning secrets from Aloy’s mysterious past along the way.
