Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: How To Use Potions

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: How To Use Potions

As a seasoned traveler in the post-post-apocalyptic world of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, I can confidently say that potions have become more than just a temporary health boost – they’ve become my trusted companions on my journey. The variety of potions available caters to every adventurer, from the greenhorns to the battle-hardened like myself.


In “Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered,” it’s not just all about blasting robot dinosaurs with bows and arrows; the game provides a rich tapestry of intricate gameplay elements, one of which is the strategic use of potions.

In Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, potions are useful items that Aloy can consume. She can use them either during a fight or beforehand for preparation. Each kind of potion grants specific benefits, making them very advantageous. For beginners, the variety of options might seem overwhelming. But don’t worry! The following guide will address all your questions regarding potions in Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered.

All Potion Types In Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: How To Use Potions

In the game Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, you’ll find a total of seven distinct potions, categorized as follows: three are healing potions designed to restore your health, while the remaining four help in resisting different status conditions.

  • Health Potion: Restores 150 HP.
  • Health Boost Potion: Heals beyond the max HP limit up to an additional 150 HP, although the extra health will gradually decay.
  • Full Health Potion: Fully restores health to maximum.
  • Resist Fire Potion: Grants 75% resistance to fire damage for 90 seconds.
  • Resist Shock Potion: Grants 75% resistance to shock damage for 90 seconds.
  • Resist Freeze Potion: Grants 75% resistance to freeze damage for 90 seconds.
  • Antidote: Provides 100% corruption resistance for 60 seconds and removes any existing corruption effects.

At first, you’re allowed to hold a maximum of three bottles of each kind of potion, though this limit may be increased to a maximum of twelve if you enhance your Potion Bag.

How To Use Potions In Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: How To Use Potions

Using potions is straightforward, but first, ensure you have some in your inventory. If you’re out, you can craft them or find them as loot from enemies or chests. Once you have the potions you need, follow these steps:

  • Select the potion you want to use by assigning it to your Tools Slot:
    • Use the D-Pad Left and Right on the controller or the X and Z keys on the keyboard (default settings).
  • Use the selected potion:
    • Press the D-Pad Down on a controller or the R key on a keyboard (default settings).

In case your Tools menu is overflowing with various items, it might get tricky to choose the correct potion in heated fights. Fortunately, you can clear out seldom-used items from the menu by simply pressing and holding the D-Pad Down button.

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2024-11-04 17:56