Summary
TheHorizonfranchise has become one of the most popular action adventure exclusives for Sony, and the success of this series has prompted developer Guerrilla Games to branch out with a multiplayer title.Horizon’s upcoming multiplayer game is an intriguing addition to the franchise, but another rumored addition to the series' roster could be filled with even bigger potential.
The prospect of a multiplayerHorizongame is exciting enough, but recent rumors have suggested that the franchise is going to branch off in an unexpected direction. These rumors have claimed thata LEGOHorizongame is also in the works, which would be a huge moment for the series. FromStar WarstoIndiana Jones, LEGO has brought forth its own fun adaptations of beloved franchises, and it looks likeHorizonmay be next in line.
Horizon’s Rumored LEGO Collaboration
As of now, there is no official confirmation of the rumored LEGOHorizon, but between this potential game andthe multiplayerHorizontitle, Guerrilla Games may want to take note ofFortniteand its recent team-up with LEGO.Fortnite’s latest Chapter 5 launch brought forth all-new game modes for the Epic Games title, with one of the most popular being LEGO Fortnite. This collaboration has proven thatFortnitecan be more than just a multiplayer game, but a survival building experience as well, and this could serve as the perfect blueprint forHorizon’s multiplayer and LEGO ventures.
Looking to LEGO Fortnite for Inspiration
Of course,Fortnite’s battle royale mode is what the game is most well-known for, butthe game’s LEGO modewas quickly a hit once it officially launched. Since 2017,Fortnitehas quickly become many different games in one, andHorizon’s multiplayer project has the opportunity to do something similar.
Horizon’s multiplayer game and therumored LEGO adaptationmay best be served as one game. Bringing these two projects together could prove to be an exciting new way to experienceHorizonwhile also offering a great deal of variety for players to enjoy. The LEGO version of the game is thought to be a remake of the first chapter,Horizon: Zero Dawn. However, a LEGO mode for the multiplayer game could be really fun, and if it re-uses assets from the LEGOZero Dawnre-telling, it could be viable. Getting to choose between a more realistic and serious multiplayer experience and a goofy, lighthearted LEGO version of theHorizonworld could provide some great contrast in one game.
The Future of the Horizon Franchise
Although the LEGO version ofHorizonis mere speculation at this point, there are hopes that there will be an official confirmation given at the upcoming PlayStation Showcase at the end of this month. There seems to be a lot of bright thingsahead for theHorizonfranchise, but Guerrilla Games also doesn’t want to run the risk of oversaturating itself. Between a multiplayer game, a LEGO adaptation, and a potential third mainline entry in the series,Horizonmay want to consolidate some of these projects.
Blending the multiplayer and LEGO adaptation into one huge experience likeFortnitemakes sense overall, but only time will tell if this is the case, or if the LEGO game even actually exists.Whatever the future of theHorizonfranchise holds, it’s clear that evolving the series beyond its mainline titles is an important goal for Guerrilla Games.
