The second major update for the PC version of Horizon Forbidden West was released on April 4, marked as version 1.1.47.0. This update addresses various issues, enhances the game's ultrawide monitor support, and brings other improvements to Horizon Forbidden West.
Originally launched in February 2022, Horizon Forbidden West made its PC debut two years later. Unlike its predecessor's rocky start on PC in 2020, the sequel arrived on Steam with commendable performance and polish.
Streamlined Control Customization
The latest update for Horizon Forbidden West on PC eliminates the need for workarounds to rebind keys, such as the Tab key. The patch notes for version 1.1.47.0 detail a range of fixes, including the resolution of issues like the inability to remap certain keys without modifying Windows registry settings.
Additionally, the custom difficulty settings in Horizon Forbidden West now function as intended following the recent patch. Some keyboard and mouse controls have been optimized, specifically improving the responsiveness of the Shieldwing tool.
The update also introduces granular HUD scaling options and the ability to disable cutscene letterboxing for ultrawide monitors, accessible through the game's launcher. Various UI enhancements, stability improvements, and performance optimizations are part of this package.
Specific fixes in the patch notes mention addressing graphical glitches with DLSS 3 frame generation, lighting issues in Tenakth settlements, and visual anomalies with HDR-enabled save previews. The update relocates HDR settings to the Display menu for real-time adjustments.
Highlights of Update 1.1.47.0
- Remapped keys now function correctly without additional steps.
- Added HUD Widescreen Scale options for improved monitor compatibility.
- Numerous optimizations and stability enhancements.
- Custom difficulty settings are now fully operational.
- Enhanced Shieldwing responsiveness with mouse and keyboard controls.
- Resolved graphic issues with DLSS Frame Generation on waterfalls.
- Fixed lighting problems in Tenakth settlements.
- Master Vibration Intensity for DualSense controllers no longer resets.
- HDR settings moved to the display menu for immediate changes viewing.
- Option to disable letterboxing in cinematics for ultra-wide monitors now available.
- Corrected visual glitches with HDR-enabled save previews.
- Various minor UI adjustments.