Horizon Zero Dawn Restore Power To The Ancient Door

Okay, let's talk about Horizon Zero Dawn. Specifically, THAT ancient door. You know the one. Every playthrough, it stares you down.

It's just sitting there. Taunting you with its ancient mysteries and locked-up potential. It demands your attention. It needs POWER!

The Relentless Quest for Energy

Seriously, I feel like half my time in the game is scrounging for power cells. Hunting down those pesky Watchers. Then, fiddling with puzzles that look like they were designed by a caffeinated robot.

And for what? A slightly nicer loot box than usual? I’m starting to think Aloy should just start a power cell farm. Forget saving the world. Sell energy, get rich!

Unpopular Opinion Time!

Here’s where I’m probably going to get some side-eye. But hear me out: I think the rewards for restoring power to these ancient doors… are often underwhelming.

Don't get me wrong, I love a good backstory. I appreciate the snippets of pre-apocalypse life. It adds depth to the world. But sometimes, a cool data point isn't worth the headache.

Is it just me, or is the payoff sometimes… less than the effort? I mean, I spent three hours fighting robot dinosaurs for *this* audio log? Really?

The Allure of the Unknown

Okay, okay. I’ll admit it. There's a part of me that's completely hooked. That completionist itch. The sheer, unadulterated need to see what's behind that door is strong.

It's like a virtual treasure hunt. My inner pirate can't resist. I *have* to know if there's a super-secret weapon. Maybe a stylish new outfit. Or even just a funny hat.

Plus, let’s be honest, the environmental storytelling in Horizon Zero Dawn is top-notch. Peeking into these abandoned facilities offers such a unique glimpse into the Old Ones' life.

The Power Cell Conspiracy

I have a theory. The Old Ones hid the best stuff behind those powered doors on purpose. Maybe they knew future generations would be nosy parkers. Like us.

It's a test of worthiness. Only those dedicated enough to solve their riddles get access to the really good gear. It's genius, really.

Or maybe they were just really bad at organizing their storage. You know, like me and my closet. “Oh, I’ll just put this important weapon behind this complicated power grid.”

Aloy's Silent Suffering

I also feel bad for Aloy. All that climbing. All that crouching. All that scanning with her Focus. Poor girl probably has back pain.

Imagine doing that all day. Every day. Just to unlock doors that might lead to… old office supplies. I would demand a raise, and a very good massage therapist.

Maybe that's why she's always so focused. She's trying to block out the existential dread of powering up another useless doorway.

Final Thoughts (and a plea)

Ultimately, I still restore the power. I still open those doors. I'm a sucker for mystery and a well-placed power cell. Horizon Zero Dawn just got me like that.

But please, Guerrilla Games, for Horizon Forbidden West, maybe just *slightly* increase the reward-to-effort ratio? Or give Aloy a coffee break. She deserves it.

What do you think? Am I being too harsh on the ancient doors? Let me know in the comments! (And maybe share some power cell farming tips while you're at it).