Editing NG+ (Horizon Zero Dawn) (section)

==Rules and Timing==

=====General Rules=====

*Runs must be submitted with an accurate “Time With Loads” (RTA). This can not be calculated from a VOD as it's not accurate.
*Playing on Emulator is not allowed.
*Using the Pre-order or Special Edition Items is not allowed.
*Manipulating a save file or the game prior to the start of the run is not allowed.
*Loading a save file that was not created during the run is not allowed.

=====Video Rules=====

*Video proof is required for all submissions. The video needs to be hosted on a dedicated video/streaming website (Twitch, Youtube or similar), excluding short-form video hosting services (i.e. TikTok or similar).
*The video must show the entire run. If big parts of the run are missing or if the quality is too low the run will be rejected.
*Make sure the submitted video is cut to mainly show the run.
*Runs in the Top 3 will be removed from the leaderboards if the video is deleted or made unavailable by the runner.

=====PC Specific Rules=====

*PC runs must have an RTA timer (Real Time) displayed on screen if the the load remover is not used.
*Settings are only allowed to be changed from the in game settings menu. Any changes performed outside of the game are not allowed.
*Using mods of any kind is not allowed, even if they are just cosmetic.
*The use of any scripts is not allowed.

=====Time without Loads=====

*For guidelines on time without loads please refer to this link: https://www.speedrun.com/hzd/guide/6atmp
*If you don't know how to calculate your time without loads, then put the same time as your time with loads and a mod will calculate it for you.
*You can use the automatic load remover for timing your runs. It can be found under guides.
*We recommend using automatic load remover if you can. Since it will make it easier and faster to verify your run.

=====Timing Rules=====

*Time starts upon skipping the first cutscene.
*Time ends upon pressing triangle or its equivalent to purge HADES at the end of the "The Face of Extinction" main quest.
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