How to Find & Complete the Hive Rebel Camp

Discover how to find and conquer the Hive Rebel Camp in Horizon Forbidden West. Learn strategies to defeat the leader and destroy weapon caches for valuable rewards.

Alright, let's tackle the Hive Rebel Camp in Horizon Forbidden West. It's not too far off the beaten path, so you might even stumble upon it. The game suggests you're around Level 18 when you head in, and while you can try it earlier, these camps are a bit tougher than outposts, so be ready for a challenge.

The camp is located just south of Scalding Spear. You'll see it marked on your map once you get close enough. Here's a quick rundown of what you're looking at:

Getting there is pretty straightforward, and honestly, it's easy to wander in by accident. Once you're in, your main objective is to find and kill the camp leader.

Now, about taking down the leader and the rest of the camp. You could try a stealthy approach, picking off Rebel Soldiers with silent takedowns, but this particular camp makes that really tricky. You'll be climbing ladders and moving up platforms, and eventually, they're bound to spot you. It's usually better to get the drop on them.

You can often see enemies coming from across the platforms. Take aim with your bow and shoot them before they even get close. To reach the Camp Leader, you'll need to shoot down a drawbridge. Alternatively, you could try to lure him down, but you'll have to go up there anyway to deal with the Weapons Caches. Unlike Rebel Outposts, you absolutely *must* destroy these to finish the camp.

The Camp Leader is a bit more of a challenge because he has a shield. You can either unload enough damage to break off pieces of his shield until it's gone, or you can play it smart and focus on dodging his attacks. You'll notice he stumbles when he's trying to recover from an attack, and that's when his shield is down. This is your chance to chip away at his health. It's not the most aggressive method, but it's often the most effective.

Once the leader is down, you still need to destroy the Weapons Caches to fully clear the camp. They're usually near explosive canisters, but if you're having trouble spotting them, don't forget to use your Focus! They'll light up when you activate it. You need to shoot all four of them with an arrow to make them detonate. They look like racks of arrows, so keep an eye out for those.

After you've dealt with all of that, you'll earn the Piercing Sharpshot Bow. This is a fantastic long-range weapon that not only hits hard but can also target enemies behind your primary target. Plus, you'll get 4,500 EXP and 3 Skill Points. You can actually leave the camp even if you haven't taken down every single Rebel Soldier, as they'll scatter once the main objectives are complete. It's definitely a worthwhile endeavor!