Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
Screenshot by Pro Game Guides

What is a Valor Surge in Horizon Forbidden West?

What are these new combat mechanics?

Horizon Forbidden West serves as a worthy follow-up to 2017's Horizon Zero Dawn, providing players with new places to explore, new characters to meet, and a new combat system to master. One of the new combat mechanics that Horizon Forbidden West adds is Valor Surge.

Recommended Videos

Valor Surges are abilities that players can unlock in Aloy's skill tree. There are a total of 12 Valor Surges, each providing an extremely powerful ability or perk that can get players out of a tight situation when needed.

Valor Surges can be used by charging up Valor points. Valor points are earned by successfully executing attacks in combat, and can be increased faster with certain perks in Aloy's skill tree.

How to unlock Valor Surges in Horizon Forbidden West

Screenshot by Pro Game Guides

Valor Surges can be unlocked by spending skill points in the skill tree. Players must unlock each corresponding skill to unlock the overarching Valor Surge. Players can earn skill points a number of ways, but will most likely get them from completing quests and side quests.

Related: What is Verdant Bloom used for in Horizon Forbidden West?

With 12 Valor Surges available (two in each skill tree), it will take players some time to unlock them all and decide which is the best fit for their playstyle, but it is well worth the investment.

Interested in reading more about Horizon Forbidden West? Check out Tips on how to sneak past machines undetected in Horizon Forbidden West on Pro Game Guides.


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 about our Affiliate Policy
We have upgraded our commenting platform! Existing comments will be imported over the next few weeks.
Author
Image of CJ Kuzdal
CJ Kuzdal
CJ is a freelance writer with a passion for modern and retro video games, with an emphasis on RPGs and Pokemon games. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his cat and drinking way too much coffee.