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9. Horizon Zero Dawn - Player_0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-6PG3MDUkc (cut at 4:15)

This is some fantastic storytelling. In the span of a few minutes, this intro conveyed plenty of information about its unique world, the backstory of the infant who I can only assume will be a pivotal character (if not the main character), and left me eager to see more. The intro cleverly allows the male character to provide information to the viewer without resorting to literal narration by having him speak to the baby. But theres also plenty of information conveyed by the visuals themselves, which depict an undeveloped world inhabited by villagers who look like they must hunt to survive, while at the same time robots roam the land like monsters. That inconsistency between uncontrolled technology and tribal people beholden to ancient customs makes for a great hook.

It probably goes without saying, but the graphics are gorgeous, with a high degree of realism in both the faces of characters and the scenery. Even without playing the game, the environments seem very immersive, and the intro serves as a very effective overview of the world of the game.

Thats about all Ive got to say for this intro because it mostly speaks for itself, but its absolutely fantastic.