Sony and Guerrilla Games are expanding the Horizon universe with Horizon Hunters Gathering, a new tactical co-op action game that puts teamwork at the center of the fight against the franchise’s iconic machine threats.
Horizon Hunters Gathering is currently in development for PC (available via Steam) and PlayStation 5. A release date hasn’t been revealed yet, but players can already sign up for a playtest, giving fans an early opportunity to get hands-on with the game and help shape its development.
Built around three-player co-op, Horizon Hunters Gathering invites you to squad up as humanity’s last line of defense. You’ll choose from a roster of distinct Hunters, each designed with a unique playstyle and specialized weapon loadout. Whether you prefer precision strikes, crowd control, or more aggressive frontline tactics, the game emphasizes coordinated roles and smart team composition. If you don’t have a full party, you can still jump into missions with NPC allies, keeping the action accessible for solo players who still want a co-op-like experience.
At the heart of the gameplay is the thrill of hunting lethal machines together. Missions are designed to be fast, intense, and challenging, with enemies that use varied attack patterns and elemental effects that can punish unprepared teams. Expect battles that reward strategy as much as reflexes, especially when machines start layering different threats and forcing you to adapt on the fly. The game will take players across multiple environments and landscapes, offering variety in both visuals and combat scenarios.
Beyond individual missions, Horizon Hunters Gathering is positioned as an ongoing adventure. The experience is tied together by a richly interconnected campaign, aiming to deliver a continuous story and a sense of progression as you push deeper into a new conflict against the machines. In other words, it’s not just a series of disconnected hunts—the game is built to keep the journey moving, with narrative threads and evolving challenges that encourage players to come back for more.
With tactical co-op combat, a lineup of specialized Hunters, and a story-driven campaign set in one of gaming’s most recognizable sci-fi worlds, Horizon Hunters Gathering is shaping up to be a notable new direction for the Horizon franchise on PC and PS5.
