Surprise Update Deployed for Horizon Forbidden West Saves Power on PS5

Guerrilla Games released a new update for Horizon Forbidden West on PlayStation 5 (PS5) on March 24, 2026. Version 1.030.000, exclusive to the PS5, adds support for the console's Power Saver feature, which Sony rolled out six months prior in September 2025. The update arrives four years after the game's release, demonstrating Guerrilla Games' continued support. With this update, Horizon Forbidden West joins a limited number of games that support the system's new power-saving mode, which reduces resolution and frame rate to conserve energy. To activate the mode, players can navigate to Settings > System > Energy Saving > Use Power Saver. Once the patch is installed, a small leaf icon will appear on the game's PS5 icon, indicating that the mode is active. While some third-party games implemented this feature earlier, this update adds a practical power-saving option to Horizon Forbidden West, which cost $212 million to develop, making it one of the most expensive video games ever made.

Expanding Horizon Saga with Live-Action Film and Two Multiplayer Projects, Including Roguelike Game Horizon Hunters Gathering

The Horizon franchise has sold over 40 million copies across its main installments and spinoffs, establishing itself as one of Sony's major licenses. Sony is actively expanding the saga, with a live-action film and two multiplayer experiences in development: one by NCSOFT and the other by Guerrilla Games. The franchise's future includes Horizon Hunters Gathering, a cooperative multiplayer game with roguelike elements, featuring a cartoonish style, where players form squads with unique characters, skills, and stories. While Horizon 3 remains a long-term project, this update demonstrates the studio's commitment to enhancing the player experience in Horizon Forbidden West.

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In other gaming news, tech enthusiast Carlos Mendoza recently dropped a detailed rundown on the official PlayStation blog about Death Stranding 2: On The Beach's PC specs, published just yesterday. If you're planning to dive back into that Strand with Sam Bridges when it hits your rig on March 19th, be sure to check out his post for all the details about enhanced performance and visuals, including DLSS 4, Xe SS support, and a new upscaling system called Pico – it's well worth your time! PlayStation Unveils Technical Specs for Death Stranding 2: On The Beach on PC Meanwhile, in exciting gaming news, Jonathan Dubinski has just dropped a post on 'Free Tests for Horizon: Hunters Gathering and Marathon This Weekend' (February 25, 2026). Dive into the upcoming multiplayer spin-off of Horizon, along with a sneak peek at Bungie's Marathon. Mark your calendars for February 27 to March 1 for Horizon: Hunters Gathering on PC and PS5, offering cooperative play or solo adventures with NPCs in an expansive world. Meanwhile, Marathon's test runs from February 26 to March 2 across multiple platforms, promising a rich experience with rewards galore! Join the fun – check out Jonathan's post here Free Tests for Horizon: Hunters Gathering and Marathon This Weekend. But wait, there's more! In an unexpected twist, K-Pop fans are cheering louder than ever after Jonathan Dubinski's latest post, "KPop Demon Hunters Wins Oscar, Prolonging Disney's Losing Streak" (published March 16th), uncovers how this anime-inspired film has broken Disney's 26-year winning streak in the Best Animated Feature category. Dubinski dives into the details of Disney's recent losses and box office successes, making for a captivating read that'll leave you eager to discuss who might be next to claim the coveted Oscar statue. Check it out here KPop Demon Hunters Wins Oscar, Prolonging Disney's Losing Streak.