Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.23 Patch Notes is Live Now!

The Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.23 Patch Notes is out recently and here we have compiled all the fixes and improvements made on the Update 1.23 of Sony's Horizon Forbidden West.

by Rajesh

Updated May 15, 2023

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Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.23 Patch Notes is Live Now!
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Horizon Forbidden West

Horizon Forbidden West, developed by Guerrilla Games and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, is an exhilarating action role-playing game released in 2022. Serving as the sequel to the highly acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn from 2017, this immersive game unfolds in a post-apocalyptic rendition of the Western United States.

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Following the journey of Aloy, a skilled hunter from the Nora tribe, players embark on a quest alongside a group of companions to the uncharted territory known as the Forbidden West. Their mission is to uncover the enigmatic origins of a deadly plague that claims the lives of all it touches. In this expansive open-world environment, players explore vast landscapes, complete challenging quests, and engage in epic encounters against mechanical beasts, utilizing a combination of long-range and close-quarter weaponry.

The game's exceptional graphics, fluid combat mechanics, superb voice acting, and technical innovations have garnered widespread acclaim. Nevertheless, opinions on the game's open-world design and writing have been more varied. Horizon Forbidden West launched on February 18, 2022, for both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles.

Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.23 patch notes

Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.23 Patch notes contains quiet more updates. We have provided you with all the patch notes of the latest update.

Main Quests

  • Resolved an issue in the primary quest "To the Burning Shores" where restarting the game from a saved point after the opening cinematic would cause the machines required to be destroyed during the "Kill the Machines" objective to disappear, blocking progress.
  • Fixed a problem in the main quest "To the Burning Shores" where the Bilegut could fall through the environment after performing a jumping attack, preventing advancement during the "Kill the Bilegut" objective.
  • Addressed an issue in the main quest "To the Burning Shores" where, under certain conditions, the Bilegut's corpse would fail to spawn, potentially causing players to miss out on a special outfit modification.
  • Resolved a problem in the main quest "To the Burning Shores" where fast traveling during the "Follow Seyka into the Tower" objective could result in Seyka no longer leading the player upon returning to the quest area, hindering progress.
  • Fixed a bug in the main quest "To the Burning Shores" involving Aloy's outfit and headdress during the opening cinematic.
  • Fixed an issue in the main quest "Heaven and Earth" where fast traveling during the "Create a Path to the Facility Entrance" objective could create a progression block.
  • Addressed an issue in the main quest "Heaven and Earth" where Seyka could become idle during the crane and ballista puzzle.
  • Resolved an issue in the main quest "The Stars in Their Eyes" where killing a Bilegut in a certain spot would obstruct a generator, making it impossible to override the control node and impeding progress.
  • Fixed a bug in the main quest "For His Amusement" where reloading a saved game after pulling the lever during the "Reset the Power" objective would result in a progression block.
  • Resolved an issue in the main quest "His Final Act" where backtracking after destroying the heat sink could hinder progress.
  • Fixed an issue in the main quest "His Final Act" where progressing too quickly through the quest could cause an error in Seyka's behavior as a companion, blocking progress.
  • Addressed an issue in the main quest "His Final Act" where players could become stuck when approaching the Horus tentacles.
  • Fixed a bug in the main quest "His Final Act" where players would fall out of the Horus interior.

Side Quests

  • Addressed a bug in the Side Quest titled "In His Wake" that could potentially impede progress when fast traveling during the objective "Investigate the Skirmish Site."
  • Resolved an issue in the Side Quest named "A Friend in the Dark" where players were able to bypass a portion of the puzzle by utilizing rocks and walls to reach the valve wheel.

World Activities

  • Resolved an anomaly in "Aerial Capture: North" that prevented players from returning to the starting point of the flight path after examining the makeshift transmitter, rendering the activity impossible to complete.
  • Addressed a problem in Cauldron "THETA" where players could bypass a room by sliding through the door to the next area before it closed.
  • Fixed an issue in Cauldron "THETA" where players could skip the interaction with the controllable drone by utilizing wall jumps and other environmental features to advance through the room.
  • Rectified a situation where the Stormbird failed to appear in the storm cloud until players either restarted from a saved point or died. This prevented players from initiating "Aerial Capture: West" and obtaining the Delver's Trinket known as "Mighty Pint," consequently obstructing progress in the Errand Quest titled "The Delver's Trove."
  • Resolved a problem concerning the Stormbird in the storm cloud. If players were killed and subsequently left the area, upon returning and eliminating the Stormbird, the electric discharge failed to open the locked doors on the island. This issue prevented players from commencing "Aerial Capture: West" and acquiring the Delver's Trinket known as "Mighty Pint," consequently hindering progress in the Errand Quest titled "The Delver's Trove."
  • Fixed an issue with the Stormbird in the storm cloud where callouts and tracks were present during the Main Quest titled "To the Burning Shores," despite the Stormbird encounter not being active within this quest.
  • Addressed a problem with the collectable Delver's Trinket named "Music Box," where the item's description failed to appear in the notebook. This issue impeded progress in the Errand Quest titled "The Delver's Trove."
  • Resolved an issue in "Pangea Figurines" that allowed players to input answers to the Dino Digits Quiz before collecting the figurines, rendering the quiz uncompletable at a later stage.
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Data Points

  • Fixed a translation error in the datapoint named "IN FOR IT," which incorrectly directed players "northwest" instead of "northeast,"potentially causing difficulties in locating the collectable "Green Raptor" within the "Pangea Figurines" set. Without obtaining this collectable, players would be unable to complete the Dino Digits Quiz.

Machines

  • Rectified a situation where the Fireclaw would remain incapacitated indefinitely when knocked down.
  • Addressed an issue where the visual effects of acid attacks from the Bilegut persisted indefinitely.
  • Fixed a problem where flying Sunwings became stuck in one position.
  • Resolved an issue where the Horus AA Cannon failed to inflict damage upon players.
  • Fixed an issue where Stingspawn failed to engage with players.

Weapon Improvements

  • Addressed a problem where canceling the focus scan was not possible when aiming a weapon.
  • Resolved an issue that caused a decrease in draw speed when applying "Draw Speed" Weapon Coils to Hunter Bows.
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Skill Enhancements

  • Rectified a problem where performing Grapple Strike on a Corruptor resulted in clipping and camera complications.
  • Fixed an issue with the Minefield Valor Sure, which caused malfunctions when activated on uneven terrain.

UI / UX

  • Resolved map-related issues concerning roads.
  • Corrected an occurrence where both the buddy icon and the quest marker appeared above Seyka simultaneously.
  • Enhanced Performance and Stability.
  • Implemented multiple fixes for crashes and hangs.
  • Addressed several loading screen issues.
  • Optimized artistic elements and game assets.

Other Improvements

  • Resolved an issue that prevented players from using flying mounts to travel between The Burning Shores and The Forbidden West in specific border sections.
  • Fixed various issues related to fast travel and the skiff.
  • Addressed multiple problems with on-screen text and mistranslations.
  • Made fixes and improvements to audio.
  • Enhanced visual aspects of the game.
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Horizon Forbidden West Patch Notes

Guerrilla Game’s Horizon Forbidden West, a highly anticipated game released in 2022, has undergone several updates to improve its performance and provide a better gaming experience. These updates have primarily focused on resolving bugs and optimizing various aspects of the game. Continuing their commitment to player satisfaction, Guerrilla Games recently launched another update for Horizon Forbidden West, which includes exciting new accessibility features.

To ensure players of all abilities can enjoy the game to its fullest, the latest update introduces a range of accessibility enhancements. These additions aim to make the game more inclusive and accommodating for individuals with diverse needs. By implementing these features, Guerrilla Games demonstrates their dedication to creating an immersive gaming experience that can be enjoyed by a wide audience.



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Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.23 Patch Notes - FAQs

1. What is Horizon Forbidden West?

Horizon Forbidden West is an action role-playing game developed by Guerrilla Games and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It is a sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn.

2. What are the main features of Horizon Forbidden West?

In Horizon Forbidden West, players explore a vast open-world environment, complete quests, and engage in battles against mechanical creatures using a variety of weapons.

3. When was Horizon Forbidden West released?

Horizon Forbidden West was released on February 18, 2022, for both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles.

4. Has Horizon Forbidden West received any awards?

Yes, Horizon Forbidden West received accolades at the 2022 Star Awards, winning the Best Game and Best Visual Art awards.

5. Are there any updates or patches for Horizon Forbidden West?

The latest update introduces accessibility features, ensuring a more inclusive gaming experience for players with diverse needs. The development team continues to prioritize player satisfaction by addressing bugs, optimizing various aspects, and providing regular updates to enhance the game.

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