Sony Reportedly Planned a Horizon Zero Dawn Animated Series — The Project's Future Remains a Mystery

A new industry report claims that Sony Animation was once developing an animated series based on Horizon Zero Dawn, expanding the popular PlayStation franchise beyond games and live-action adaptations. However, according to the latest rumors, the project's current status is unknown, leaving fans wondering whether the series is still in production or has quietly been shelved.

The report suggests that the animated adaptation continued to be explored even after Sony shifted its focus toward a live-action Horizon Zero Dawn movie, which is currently expected to begin filming in 2026 for a planned 2027 theatrical release. No official details about the animated series—including its story, animation style, or intended streaming platform—have been revealed, and Sony has yet to acknowledge the project publicly.

The rumored series would have represented another major step in Sony's effort to transform Horizon into a multimedia franchise. Over the past few years, the series has expanded beyond video games through comic books, board games, and a variety of merchandise. A previously announced Netflix live-action series was ultimately canceled, after which Sony redirected its efforts toward a feature film adaptation. If the animated project was indeed in development, it may have been part of that broader strategy to continue growing Aloy's universe across different forms of entertainment.

For now, fans should treat the animated series as an unconfirmed rumor. While multiple reports indicate that Sony Animation explored the idea, there has been no official announcement confirming the project's existence or whether it is still active. Until Sony provides an update, the only confirmed screen adaptation of Horizon Zero Dawn remains the upcoming live-action movie, while the fate of the animated series continues to be one of the franchise's biggest unanswered questions.