Horizon Forbidden West is an action role-playing game that has been a massive success among gamers. The game takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where players take control of a skilled huntress named Aloy. Her journey takes her across a vast, dangerous world filled with giant machines that roam the lands. However, there has always been something missing in the game- a lack of romance. But with the recent release of the Burning Shores DLC, that has changed. Finally, players get to experience a bit of love and romance in their journey through the wilds. In this article, we will be exploring the new romantic elements that come with the Burning Shores DLC and how it enhances the overall gaming experience.
In the original game, Horizon Zero Dawn, Aloy was too busy with the hectic events to focus on romance, but in the sequel, Forbidden West, she formed meaningful relationships with multiple characters. However, these relationships never went beyond a platonic level until the release of the Burning Shores DLC, which is exclusive to PlayStation 5 and takes place after the events of Forbidden West. Spoiler warning: A few male characters previously expressed their romantic interest in Aloy, but she rejected all of them. Although there were some heart-labeled dialogue options with Avad that referred to romantic interests, these choices did not lead to a romance with him. Consequently, fans started to speculate that Aloy could be asexual. Forbidden West also hinted at Aloy’s sexuality through Elisabet Sobeck, a scientist from the past whom Aloy is a clone of. Aloy discovers that Elisabet was queer. Aloy’s same character traits and her genetic similarity to her foremother have led some fans to assume that she may also be queer.
The new DLC confirms Aloy’s sexuality by introducing a romance between Aloy and her female companion, Seyka. The full scene can be viewed in the video below. However, Aloy may reject Seyka’s proposition, but that doesn’t imply that she’s straight. Her dialogue choices are: “Yes, I do,” “I’m not ready for this,” or “This is too much for me.” If Aloy accepts Seyka’s feelings, they share a kiss before parting ways. The future Horizon games could potentially explore more romantic stories with Seyka or other characters.
In conclusion, Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores DLC has certainly upped the ante with its delightful addition of romance. Fans are finally able to delve deeper into Aloy’s personal life as she navigates through her journey of survival and discovery. Whether you’re a die-hard Horizon veteran or a newcomer to the series, there’s no doubt that this DLC has something for everyone. So, get ready to embark on a thrilling new adventure filled with heart, danger, and love in Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores.
