Guerrilla Games has rolled out a substantial update for Horizon Forbidden West, patch 1.18, addressing a range of bugs and introducing new elements that have sparked discussion among players. This update brings notable changes that stand out for their unexpected direction and fresh visual options.
The patch introduces a Pride Mark warpaint, designed to align with LGBT pride symbolism, taking the form of a rainbow flag. A separate color option featuring white, pink, and blue appears, signaling support for the trans community. This kind of cosmetic addition underscores the studio’s willingness to reflect broader social movements within the game’s aesthetic choices.
Among the technical changes, several improvements stand out for players across platforms:
- Improved temporal anti-aliasing performance in quality mode on both PS4 and PS5, contributing to smoother visuals during fast motion and in high-detail scenes.
- Resolved a issue where Aloy’s armor could appear to tremble when the game was run in balanced graphics mode, enhancing the overall visual fidelity.
- Fixed a problem where skipping the startup screen could cause lower-resolution models to be displayed at launch, ensuring consistent asset resolution from the boot sequence.
In total, the patch addresses more than 30 identified bugs, contributing to a more stable and polished experience. Previously, an updated balanced graphics mode with 40 FPS was introduced, representing a meaningful performance improvement for users prioritizing smooth frame rates.
All Horizon Forbidden West screenshots from the game can be viewed through official imagery repositories and in-community galleries for reference and comparative evaluation.
Additionally, a separate report notes developments in neural network research, highlighting advances in the generation of stylized or provocative imagery on demand, which has generated a mix of interest and debate within tech and art circles. This broader context, cited in gaming press and industry coverage, illustrates the rapid expansion of AI-assisted content creation and its intersections with entertainment media.
Sources: VG Times and industry coverage