The crack status of Horizon Forbidden West reflects the ongoing cat-and-mouse game between game developers, who implement protective technologies, and cracking groups, who attempt to bypass these protections. As of the latest available information, a reliable, publicly available crack does not exist. Players interested in experiencing the game are recommended to explore official channels for purchasing it.

As of [Current Date], Horizon Forbidden West remains un cracked on PC through mainstream channels. The game utilizes the proprietary Denuvo anti-tamper technology, which has historically made games more resistant to cracking. Despite efforts by various cracking groups, a widespread, reliable crack that allows for gameplay without purchasing the game has not been publicly released.

There have been speculations and rumors regarding potential cracks, including claims of early successes that allowed for limited gameplay. However, these have not been verified or widely reported, and as such, their legitimacy remains dubious.