Horizon Hunters Gathering Playtest Opens for PS5 and PC in May
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PlayStation and Guerrilla Games have scheduled a new closed playtest for Horizon Hunters Gathering, their tactical co-op action game, from May 22 to 25. The test will introduce two new hunters, a new narrative episode, and expanded game modes based on feedback from the first beta. Interested players can register via the PlayStation Beta Program, though access will be limited.
Facts First
- A new closed playtest is scheduled from May 22 to 25 for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam.
- Two new hunters, Ensa and Shadow, will be introduced, featuring in a new narrative campaign episode.
- New content and improvements are being tested following player feedback from the first beta in February.
- Registration is open through the PlayStation Beta Program, though not all applicants will be granted access.
- The game is a tactical co-op action title where up to three players protect the world from machines.
What Happened
PlayStation and developer Guerrilla Games announced a new closed playtest for Horizon Hunters Gathering, scheduled to run from May 22 to 25. The playtest will be available on PlayStation 5 (PS5) and PC via Steam. It will feature new content and improvements implemented following player feedback from the first closed beta test in late February.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of the Horizon series or enjoy tactical co-op games, you may have an opportunity to experience new content early. The playtest introduces two new hunters—Ensa, an Oseram smuggler, and Shadow, a Carja covert operative—and a new playable Episode designed to provide a taste of the game's narrative campaign. It also adds a new jungle region called Breakers' Bounty and extra difficulty levels for existing modes. For solo players or those with incomplete teams, friendly hunter NPCs will be available to fill empty spots. You can register for the chance to participate through the PlayStation Beta Program, though access is not guaranteed.
What's Next
The playtest is likely to provide valuable feedback to the developers ahead of the game's eventual launch. Following this test, Guerrilla Games may continue to refine the game based on player responses.