Alpha Version of Horizon Forbidden West

After the release of Horizon Forbidden West, an alpha version of the game with a debug menu appeared on the internet. The files were posted on a well-known hacking portal specializing in PlayStation.

The appearance of a version of the game with a debug menu indicates that users have gained access to the Decima Engine build, which could allow for reverse engineering of Horizon Forbidden West.

In theory, enthusiasts could release a full version of the game for PC before Sony officially announces the game’s port. It is presumed that the files leaked online during remote game testing amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Sony actively combats leaks by blocking links to the alpha version of the game as soon as they become aware of it.

Horizon Forbidden West was released in February 2022 on PlayStation 4 and 5 consoles. Gamers rated the game 8 out of 10, and Digital Foundry experts claim that this game ranks first in terms of graphics quality among all releases in 2022.