Horizon Journey

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Horizon Journey is a multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by REIN and was released on January 30, 2026. It received negative reviews from players.

Embark on an epic adventure to Mars in Horizon Journey, an open-world survival game that blends colonization, terraforming, and exploration in both single-player and multiplayer co-op modes. Set in the year 2053, you are part of the 17th Endeavor mission, tasked with the monumental challenge of making Mars a new home for humanity. Features:Authentic Martian Landscape: Experience Mars like never…

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Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a strong core idea with potential for an engaging survival loop involving gathering materials and crafting.
Some players appreciate the realistic movement and immersive atmosphere, noting that the game has promise despite its current state.
The developers seem open to feedback and are actively working on improvements, which gives hope for future updates.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including inventory issues, invisible walls, and clunky menus, making it frustrating to play.
Graphics and sound design are subpar compared to promotional materials, leading to disappointment among players.
Many players find the game unplayable due to its current state, citing issues with crafting, resource gathering, and overall performance.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received largely negative feedback, with many users feeling that they do not match the quality shown in trailers and screenshots. Despite some players achieving high frame rates on powerful hardware, the overall consensus is that the graphics are subpar, featuring low texture quality and basic visuals.
- “I'm running a 4070 and on very high (second highest setting), I got screenshot graphics and a solid 95-110 fps.”
- “All graphics settings set to highest settings.”
- “The graphics are a joke compared to the trailer.”
- “The graphics looked bad, nothing like the video or screenshots.”
- “Graphics look worse than screenshots even though they are set to very high.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of clarity and progression, with players encountering frustrating obstacles such as unresponsive mechanics and insufficient resources to complete essential quests. The tutorial fails to adequately prepare players for survival, particularly in food production, leading to a sense of stagnation in gameplay. Overall, the narrative experience feels hindered by technical issues and poor quest design.
- “Once you start navigating around the quests, you'll notice that even while running you feel like you're in knee-deep mud.”
- “The tutorial quest line gets you making water quickly, but not food...you gonna die.”
- “I, for example, was unable to progress past the basic first quests to repair/use the rover due to a lack of iron.”
- “Once you start navigating around the quests you'll notice that even while running you feel like you're in knee deep mud.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is considered worth the price, featuring core mechanics and an immersive atmosphere. While some players find it similar to other titles like Planet Crafter, they note that it includes unique elements such as an innovative rover system. However, some users feel they need more time to fully appreciate the gameplay mechanics.
- “For the price, the core gameplay mechanics, and the immersive atmosphere, it's worth it.”
- “It is the same type of game as Planet Crafter with a lot of tweaks to building and some other game mechanics, including the rover, which is a great idea.”
- “I only have about 30 minutes of gameplay because this style of game is not my cup of tea.”
- “It is the same type of game as Planet Crafter, with a lot of tweaks to building and some other game mechanics, including the rover, which is a great idea.”
- “I have a feeling I will need to give it more time and get into the mechanics before I can give it a firm yes or no.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is generally acceptable, with performance being satisfactory in the starter area, even on a mid-range graphics card like the 5080.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I was pleasantly surprised by how well the game runs; the optimization really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job with optimization, making it accessible for a wide range of systems.”
- “Performance was okay in the starter area on a 5080.”
- “The game struggles with optimization, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I experienced significant lag and stuttering, especially in crowded areas.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is a prominent feature, but some users note that the intro music fades out quickly, leaving players with limited auditory variety.
- “The only thing you hear is the music.”
- “The intro music stops playing after a short time.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report encountering various bugs and glitches, which are considered somewhat expected. One user specifically noted confusion while trying to interact with storage, indicating issues with functionality and clarity.
- “There are bugs and glitches, which is expected.”
- “I tried to use storage in the buggy, and I don't even know what I was interacting with, but it wasn't storage.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in unexpected and absurd moments, such as a car being launched into the air after hitting a base, which, despite being frustrating, adds to the overall comedic experience of the game.
- “The first base I ran upon sent my car flying for some reason, lol! I could go on, but even though it was a pain, it was really funny.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight the game's immersive atmosphere as a key strength, noting that it significantly enhances the overall experience and justifies its price alongside the core gameplay mechanics.
- “For the price, the core gameplay mechanics, and the immersive atmosphere, it's worth it.”