A Heartfelt Homage: Horizon Forbidden West's Latest Update Pays Touching Tribute to Lance Reddick

Guerrilla Games has paid tribute to the late Lance Reddick in the latest update for Horizon Forbidden West. This meaningful addition allows players to honor the actor, who portrayed the enigmatic character Sylens in the Horizon games. Since the debut of Horizon Zero Dawn in 2017, Sylens has been a pivotal figure in the franchise, captivated by the technology of the ancient civilization known as the Old Ones, the creators of the mechanical creatures that now roam the world. Throughout the Horizon series, Sylens has proven to be both a shrewd individual and a valuable ally to Aloy, assisting her in uncovering the truth behind the fate of the Old Ones. Unfortunately, Lance Reddick passed away in March 2023, just one month before the release of the Horizon Forbidden West Burning Shores DLC. Despite his untimely departure, Sylens remains a crucial part of Aloy's journey, making a brief appearance in the DLC to warn her of the forthcoming perils she must confront.

The latest update for Horizon Forbidden West, version 1.26, introduces a heartfelt tribute to Lance Reddick on one of the islands that Aloy explores in the Burning Shores DLC. In this area, a holographic light emerges from the ground, displaying the name of Lance Reddick above it. This poignant memorial can be found on the very first island that players visit in the Burning Shores DLC, where Aloy first encounters Seyka. If players are having trouble locating the memorial, they can easily spot it at night due to the luminous holographic light that can be seen from a distance.

The inclusion of this Lance Reddick memorial in Horizon Forbidden West has garnered high praise from players. They have taken to social media to share their favorite moments and interactions between Aloy and Sylens, as well as paying tribute to the late actor at his in-game memorial. Upon hearing about Reddick's passing, Guerrilla Games released a statement emphasizing his significance to both the development team and the community. The addition of this in-game memorial provides players with a meaningful space to commemorate Reddick's exceptional portrayal of Sylens in Horizon Forbidden West.

Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores DLC transports Aloy to the volcanic archipelago of Los Angeles, tasking her with the crucial mission of rescuing the world from an insidious new danger. Guerrilla Games is presently devoted to crafting a sequel to Horizon Forbidden West, ensuring that players can continue to embark on thrilling escapades alongside Aloy. Additionally, a Horizon multiplayer game is under development, providing an opportunity for players to venture into this post-apocalyptic realm with their comrades, collaborating to vanquish the mechanical adversaries.

The captivating world of Horizon Forbidden West awaits players on both the PS4 and PS5 platforms.