25 most awe-inspiring pictures we've taken in Horizon Forbidden West

Without a doubt, Horizon Forbidden West is the most gorgeous video game I’ve ever played. Since the game’s acclaimed release on PS4 and PS5 in mid-February, I’ve sunk close to 100 hours exploring the Forbidden West, turning over every nook and cranny, completing every side quest, and getting the platinum trophy in the process.

I am also a habitual picture taker in video games, especially ones that have in depth photo modes to highlight the lovingly crafted and highly detailed worlds my adventures have taken place in. So it was no surprise to me that, by the time my escapades with Aloy had ended, I amassed over 500 photos of the stunning vistas and the impeccably crafted characters and enemies that make up this world.

To celebrate my time with Horizon Forbidden West coming to an end — until I feel that all-too familiar tug to return to the world Guerrilla Games so wonderfully brought to life — I hand picked the 25 best photos from my days well spent wandering the unforgiving wilds.

Location and late-game mechanics spoilers for Horizon Forbidden West ahead. All photos were taken on PS5 and are a mix of the game’s performance and resolution modes.