Horizon Call of the Mountain Launch Trailer Shows Off Aloy, Intimidating Machines, More

Sony’s PlayStation VR2 officially launches next week (check out Wccftech’s full review of the hardware here) and Horizon Call of the Mountain is sure to be one of the new headset’s big system sellers. Need some more convincing? Well, Sony has dropped a new trailer, featuring some intimidating machine encounters, hints about the game’s storyline, and yes, a peek at Horizon leading lady Aloy (you won’t be playing as her in this game). Check out the trailer for yourself, below.

Looking impressive! Sometimes VR games hold back on the action in favor of immersion, but it seems like Horizon Call of the Mountain is going to deliver both. Need to know more? Here’s the official description of the game…

“Experience the majestic world of Horizon like never before in this new adventure for PlayStation VR2. The stunning visuals and innovative features of the new PS VR2 Sense controllers fully immerse you into the world of Horizon for an experience like no other. Ascend the towering peaks of the Carja Sundom as Ryas, a disgraced former soldier, and unravel a new mystery surrounding the machines to redeem yourself and save your people. You will also meet Aloy, other familiar faces, and new characters along the way. Journey back out into the wilds like never before in Horizon Call of the Mountain.”

• Designed for PS VR2 – View the breathtaking natural world of Horizon Call of the Mountain in 360 degrees and interact with your surroundings using two PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers. Experience the sensations of height and wonder as you take in stunning vistas across the Carja and Nora homelands through the eyes of a new character Ryas, a disgraced former Carja soldier searching for redemption.
• Brave a new adventure – Conquer colossal peaks, overcome fearsome machines and uncover a hidden danger to the world of Horizon – as you answer the call of the mountain in an immersive new adventure for PlayStation VR2. Enter a living, breathing world of dangerous machines, tribal lore, exciting quests and new and returning characters. Explore a diverse landscape – embark on a journey with multiple paths to take where you’ll have to look all around you to uncover the secrets of the mountains.
• Enjoy immersive action – You’ll need a warrior’s instinct to find the path forward – and danger will stalk you all the way. But there are new allies and old friends ready to help you with your journey. Use intuitive movements to climb vast mountains, hunt machines, shoot your bow and craft items from raw materials. Feel the adrenaline rush in a riverboat ride filled with surprises, that offers the chance to show off PS VR2 to your friends and family.

Horizon Call of the Mountain launches on February 22 alongside the PlayStation VR2 headset.