# First-Party Game Platform Launches The Horizon Forbidden West Game is Prepared to Expand By Amy Duong | Published 2023-02-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-forbidden-west-game References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/horizon-forbidden-west-is-coming-to-ps-plus-extra-and-premium-on-february-21st-165558514.html)  Sony recently unveils the highly anticipated games that are joining [PlayStation Plus Extra](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-story) and Premium levels with a highlight on the HOrizon Forbidden West game. It is one of the main first-party games on [PlayStation 5](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-zero-dawn-remastered) to launch. This is a sequel that follows the Horizon Zero Dawn game that originally debuted one year ago and has garnered a large following in the US. Notably, both iterations of the game on the [PlayStation 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-on-life-playstation) and the PlayStation 5 are now available for subscribers. The game is relatively long as the main story itself plays for around 28 hours. However, PS Plus Extra and Premium members will have a lot of time to enjoy the game before the Burning Shores expansion drops on April 19th. Image Credit: Guerilla Games, SIE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Expanding First-party Game Catalogs:** As first-party game platforms continue to release highly anticipated games, expanding catalogs can lead to increased user engagement and profits. - **Sequels as Major Draw for Gamers:** Continuing successful game franchises can capitalize on existing fan bases and draw in new gamers looking for similar experiences. - **Emphasis on Premium Subscriptions:** Offering exclusive access to new games as part of premium subscription packages can attract more dedicated users and increase revenue streams. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** In the gaming industry, opportunities exist to develop and market successful sequels and expand first-party catalogs to drive profits. - **Subscription Services:** Subscription service providers can focus on offering exclusive access to new and highly-anticipated content to attract and retain customers. - **Software Development:** Software developers can explore opportunities to create successful sequels to popular games and drive engagement through expanding first-party catalogs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expanded Game-Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ps-plus-extra.md) - [Volcanic Game Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-forbidden-west-burning-shores.md) - [Game Streaming Service Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-plus-april-2024.md) - [Remastered Action Fantasy Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-zero-dawn-remastered.md) - [Fantasy Single-Player VR Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-call-of-the-mountain.md) - [Rhythm Game Platform Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hifi-rush-game.md) - [Cooperative Pirate Simulator Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-of-thieves.md) - [Monthly Free Game Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/june-2023-psplus.md) - [Expansive Game Library Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ubisoft-game.md)