Guerrilla Games' Horizon Forbidden West built upon the success of its predecessor, Horizon Zero Dawn, expanding its world and captivating audiences with its rich narrative and gameplay.
Set in a post-apocalyptic Earth ravaged by rogue AI, the story follows Aloy as she navigates a world in need of healing. Central to the plot is Aloy's connection to GAIA, the advanced AI designed to restore the planet's ecosystem.
Aloy's Unique Role in Horizon
Decoding GAIA's Purpose
Aloy, a clone of scientist Elisabeth Sobeck, is intricately linked to GAIA, a sophisticated AI created to repair Earth's environmental damage. GAIA's subroutines, named after mythological figures, control various aspects of the planet's biosphere.
- Minerva
- Hephaestus
- Demeter
- Eleuthia
- Aether
- Hades
- Apollo
- Poseidon
In Horizon Forbidden West, Aloy must restore GAIA's functions to prevent further chaos caused by their malfunction. Interestingly, Aloy embodies a role akin to Ares, the god of war, absent from GAIA's design.
Aloy as GAIA's Warrior
As players engage in combat and exploration, they realize Aloy's resemblance to Ares in her bravery and combat prowess. Her mission to unite GAIA's subroutines mirrors Ares' role, solidifying her bond with the AI and the world's restoration.
Aloy's journey exemplifies the synergy between characters and overarching themes in the Horizon universe, showcasing the depth of storytelling and symbolism within the game.