Horizon reboot shifts to co-op action

The post-apocalyptic world of Horizon is currently undergoing a fascinating shift in development, as the long-anticipated spin-off, Horizon Hunters Gathering, is set for a significant reboot.

Sources close to the project indicate that this change involves pivoting the live service multiplayer experience away from its previous format and refocusing it into a smaller, more traditional co-op experience centered around a dedicated story mode. This move suggests a fresh approach to the gameplay, aiming to deliver a more focused and intimate adventure for players.

Behind this creative transition, the ripple effects are reaching deep into the Sony gamedev empire. Reports suggest that several key project staff are being reassigned across Sony’s development studios. This internal reshuffling signals a period of strategic reorganization within the massive franchise.

Meanwhile, the core creative team at Guerrilla Games remains intensely focused on the mainline series. Even as these changes unfold in the spin-off space, a small, dedicated team is actively working on the next major installment: a proper singleplayer Horizon game. It is clear that the focus remains squarely on crafting the epic, single-player narrative that defines the Horizon universe.

This dynamic movement—reimagining spin-offs while continuing to refine the flagship single-player experience—demonstrates an exciting evolution in how the Horizon world is being explored and developed for the future.

By Noah Miller