Image via Guerrilla Games

Should you choose Explorer or Guided assistance in Horizon Forbidden West?

Whether you're going full explorer or walking around with a bit of help, the experience will still be great.

Horizon Forbidden West has arrived, and we are all excited to continue Aloy's journey. Much like with the first title, the way you navigate this dystopian adventure game is up to you. Assistance options are needed and can be removed if you prefer to be a true explorer. So, should you use Explorer mode or Guided Assistance?

Recommended Videos

Explorer

Explorer mode is when you have minimal items appearing on your HUD (heads-up display). If you are the type of player who relishes coming across certain places, missions, and items naturally, you can turn on Explorer mode to give you the true adventurer experience.

This will make what pops up in the game a little more surprising as it won't be brought to your attention first via the HUD, so if you want to play through it with a little less help, then this is for you.

Related: All Trophies in Horizon Forbidden West

Guided Assistance

This is the opposite of the Explorer mode as you may have guessed. If you like to know where things are at all times and wish to be alerted to particular opportunities coming up as you wander through the Forbidden West, then you will probably want to turn on Guided Assistance.

Your HUD will be fuller and more informative, which will bring more of your surroundings to your attention. If you are the type of player that wants to make sure they don't miss anything and that everything is picked clean, then this mode is for you.

Both of these modes can be toggled on and off within the game's options menu.

Looking for more content? Check out How to get the Nora Thunder Elite outfit and sling in Horizon Forbidden West.


Pro Game Guides is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more
related content
Read Article Does Fallout New Vegas work on Steam Deck? (Best Settings)
Fallout New Vegas main menu as displayed on a Steam Deck
Read Article How to get free Fallout next-gen update on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
This is an officially Fallout 4 screenshot from the press kit.
Read Article How to find all three cereal treasure map pieces in Another Crab’s Treasure
Treasure map in New Carcinia in Another Crab's Treasure
Read Article Best Shells in Another Crab’s Treasure
Kril wearing a Soda Can Shell in Another Crab's Treasure
Read Article How to unlock Umami skills on the skill tree in Another Crab’s Treasure
Kril standing in front of the pink Moon Snail in the Moon Snail Domain in Another Crab's Treasure
Related Content
Read Article Does Fallout New Vegas work on Steam Deck? (Best Settings)
Fallout New Vegas main menu as displayed on a Steam Deck
Read Article How to get free Fallout next-gen update on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
This is an officially Fallout 4 screenshot from the press kit.
Read Article How to find all three cereal treasure map pieces in Another Crab’s Treasure
Treasure map in New Carcinia in Another Crab's Treasure
Read Article Best Shells in Another Crab’s Treasure
Kril wearing a Soda Can Shell in Another Crab's Treasure
Read Article How to unlock Umami skills on the skill tree in Another Crab’s Treasure
Kril standing in front of the pink Moon Snail in the Moon Snail Domain in Another Crab's Treasure
Author
Hannah Townsend
Hi there! I'm Hannah and I am a guide and news journalist for PGG. My gaming adventures started back in '98 and I have been an avid gamer ever since. You will usually find me playing the likes of The Last of Us, Days Gone (I like zombies), the GTA Series and The Sims to name a few!

Write A Comment

Should you choose Explorer or Guided assistance in Horizon Forbidden West?

Comments are on moderation and will be approved in a timely manner. Please read the following rules before commenting:

  • All comments must be on topic and add something of substance to the post
  • No swearing or inappropriate words
  • No asking or begging for anything free
  • Do not attempt to start a poll in the comments
  • Comments in all CAPS will be removed
  • We reserve the right to remove a comment for any reason
  • Do not impersonate a staff member or influencer

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.