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Across multiple outlets, PlayStation’s Horizon Hunters Gathering is being reported as rebooted after negative player feedback—specifically removing its live-service direction. Coverage says Guerrilla is overhauling it toward a more traditional co-op experience, with sources pointing to failed playtests behind the change.

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Also known as horizon: hunters gathering·horizon co-op game·horizon multiplayer game·horizon spin-off·hunters gathering playtest

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Key Takeaway Horizon Hunters Gathering is reportedly moving away from live-service and toward a traditional co-op model after poor reception.
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Guerrilla is reportedly overhauling Horizon Hunters Gathering to make it more of a traditional co-op game

Across multiple outlets, PlayStation’s Horizon Hunters Gathering is being reported as rebooted after negative player feedback—specifically removing its live-service direction. Coverage says Guerrilla is overhauling it toward a more traditional co-op experience, with sources pointing to failed playtests behind the change.

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GamesIndustry.biz · 2h ago
Report: Live-service removed from Horizon Hunters Gathering following negative player feedback
WCCFTech · 51m ago
PlayStation Strips Live Service From Horizon Hunters Gathering After Failed Playtests Disaster, Signaling Another Costly Retreat in 2026
Engadget · 45m ago
Guerrilla is reportedly overhauling Horizon Hunters Gathering to make it more of a traditional co-op game
TechPowerUp · 50m ago
PlayStation's Horizon Hunters Gathering Trimmed Down After Negative Player Feedback
KitGuru · 54m ago
Horizon Hunters Gathering is being rebooted after poor reception
Polygon · 1h ago
PlayStation's Horizon Co-Op Game Being Rebooted Following Poor Feedback

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  • Guerrilla is reportedly overhauling Horizon Hunters Gathering to make it more of a traditional co-op game Engadget
  • PlayStation's Horizon Hunters Gathering Trimmed Down After Negative Player Feedback TechPowerUp
  • PlayStation Strips Live Service From Horizon Hunters Gathering After Failed Playtests Disaster, Signaling Another Costly Retreat in 2026 WCCFTech
  • Horizon Hunters Gathering is being rebooted after poor reception KitGuru
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GamesIndustry.biz · 1 article
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Polygon · 1 article
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Horizon Hunters Gathering Closed Beta: Start Times, How to Play, and What's Included

All you need to know about the Horizon Hunters Gathering beta

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You can play Horizon Hunters Gathering again this month - KitGuru

Not all fans were impressed with the reveal for Horizon Hunters Gathering, but development has conti

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When Does the Horizon Hunters Gathering Closed Beta Start?

The Horizon Hunters Gathering closed beta test takes place over the course of four days. It begins on The open beta begins on Friday 22nd May and concludes on Monday 25th May. Precise times have yet to be shared, but we will update this guide when that information is made available.

Horizon Hunters Gathering Closed Beta: Start Times, How to Play, and What's Included
How Do You Join the Horizon Hunters Gathering Closed Beta?

In order to take part in the Horizon Hunters Gathering closed beta test, you must sign up for the PlayStation Beta Program. Sign into your PlayStation account and go through the steps in the above link. Once complete, you may be selected to join the beta test. Not everyone who signs up will get in. You will be informed about your involvement when invitations are emailed out nearer the time.

Horizon Hunters Gathering Closed Beta: Start Times, How to Play, and What's Included
What's Included in the Horizon Hunters Gathering Closed Beta?

The Horizon Hunters Gathering closed beta includes several playable characters and modes, giving you a good slice of what to expect from the final game.

Horizon Hunters Gathering Closed Beta: Start Times, How to Play, and What's Included
When is the second Horizon Hunters Gathering playtest?

Guerrilla is hosting the second playtest over four days. Start date: Friday, May 22 End date: Monday, May 25 The studio didn't provide any specific start or end times, however.

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