Forza Horizon 5 (Xbox Series X|S) News Articles
Thursday4th Nov 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Is Giving Out Various Loyalty Rewards At Launch
Grab yourself some free cars
Forza Horizon 5 is upon us, with the early access period starting for Premium Edition owners this Friday, and the full launch arriving next Tuesday. And if you've played Forza before, you're going to get a few loyalty rewards. As revealed on the Forza website, up to seven cars are being given out to players (available...
News Don't Worry, Forza Horizon 5 Still Looks Really Impressive On Xbox One
"These guys are tech wizards"
The embargo for Forza Horizon 5 content dropped earlier this morning, along with a whole bunch of reviews, and that means comparisons between the Xbox One, Series X, Series S and PC versions of the game have hit the web. We already knew that it looked stunning on Xbox Series X (and Series S) thanks to
Roundup Here’s What The Critics Are Saying About Forza Horizon 5
Is the series still firing on all cylinders?
Xbox’s arguably first major first-party game of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S generation is upon us, as Forza Horizon 5 is finally making its way to our systems, with early access beginning as soon as this Friday. Five entries later, you’d be forgiven for thinking the series may be running out...
Wednesday3rd Nov 2021
News Here's What Time Forza Horizon 5 Early Access Begins On Xbox
For those who bought the Premium Edition
We've still got a few more days to wait until Forza Horizon 5 releases with Xbox Game Pass on November 9th, but if you've bought any version of the Premium Edition, you can start playing with early access on Friday, November 5th. You're going to get plenty of access as well, as the release time has been...
Tuesday2nd Nov 2021
Video Xbox Releases Forza Horizon 5 Live-Action Clip Starring Ted Lasso Star And Karol G
"I call myself the getaway driver"
In the lead-up to the release of Forza Horizon 5, Xbox has uploaded a new live-action promotional trailer. It stars the Mexican actor and filmmaker Cristo Fernández (as seen in Ted Lasso) and the Colombian singer, Karol G. In the trailer, we get to see the two speed through Mexico's many landscapes in a BMW and...
Sunday31st Oct 2021
News Forza Horizon 5's First Update Is Now Live, 20GB For Xbox Series X|S
Add that to the 100GB+ base game installation
Last week, as you might recall, the Xbox and PC pre-load for Forza Horizon 5 on Game Pass (and anyone who purchased the game) got released. It was over 100GB and even larger on the past-gen platform Xbox One. Some people have now taken to social media sites like Twitter to reveal the first update is now...
Friday29th Oct 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Has A 'Premium Add-Ons Bundle' Targeted At Xbox Game Pass Members
In case you didn't know
The release of Forza Horizon 5 is now right around the corner, and if you were hoping to get Early Access from November 5th alongside all the upcoming expansions and extra goodies, you'll want to be aware of this unique offer. Xbox Game Pass members can pay £35.99 / $44.99 for access to something called the Forza Horizon 5...
Sunday24th Oct 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Is A 'Phenomenal Experience' On Xbox Series X, Says Digital Foundry
"A next-gen spectacle for Xbox Series consoles"
We're now just a few short weeks away from Forza Horizon 5's Xbox Game Pass release on November 9th, and in preparation, Digital Foundry has taken a detailed look at the preview version for Xbox Series X and S. They're suitably impressed, too. The game is described as a "next-gen spectacle" for the...
Thursday21st Oct 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Pre-Install Now Available, 100GB+ On All Platforms
You're going to need to clear some space
The time has come to pre-install Forza Horizon 5 with Xbox Game Pass, but you're going to need a lot of space to fit it on your console or PC, as the game is clocking in at over 100GB across all platforms, including Xbox One. In fact, Xbox One is actually the largest file size of the four consoles, being a...
Tuesday19th Oct 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Has Officially 'Gone Gold' Ahead Of November Release
"We’ve reached an important milestone"
We've got some good news, as it's been confirmed that Forza Horizon 5 has 'gone Gold' ahead of its November 9th launch, which means the game is "now off for pressing of retail discs and final setup for digital release." The team described the announcement as an "important milestone" in a message to fans...
Tuesday12th Oct 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Looks 'Very Good' On Xbox One, Enthuses Playground Games
"People are really gonna love it"
Judging by yesterday's previews of Forza Horizon 5, it's going to be a visual stunner. Many outlets were blown away by the game's visuals, and it's not surprising. Playground Games has perhaps crafted its most beautiful game thus far, and while the Xbox One version may not hit the same benchmark, the developer still...
Monday11th Oct 2021
Roundup Forza Horizon 5 Impresses The Critics In Early Hands-On Previews
Road trippin'
We've still got a few weeks left to wait until Forza Horizon 5 drifts onto Xbox Game Pass at launch on November 9, but a few lucky critics have had a chance to get hands-on with the game for the first time over the past few days. The good news? They're suitably impressed! Here's what the verdict is on Horizon 5 so far: Game Informer:...
Wednesday22nd Sep 2021
Video Here’s 11 Minutes Of Battle Royale Gameplay In Forza Horizon 5
The fan-favourite Eliminator mode returns
Forza Horizon 5 is getting a ton of previews ahead of its launch, with Playground Games revealing new information every week. The latest has focused (partly) on the Eliminator mode, accompanied by 11 minutes of new gameplay. Originally added to Forza Horizon 4 post-launch, the popular mode - which is...
Tuesday7th Sep 2021
Video Forza Horizon 5 Shows Off Its High Octane Single Player Adventure
Something for everyone
Playground Games has shared a new exciting look at Forza Horizon 5's single-player campaign, Horizon Adventure, which truly looks to be the biggest and best take on the formula yet. In a lengthy live stream, the developer went through what players will be doing in the campaign. Via an extremely colourful, fun map, players...
Tuesday24th Aug 2021
Video Prepare To Have Your Mind Blown By The First Eight Minutes Of Forza Horizon 5
In all its 4K glory
There's no denying Forza Horizon 5 is an absolute stunner. It looked gorgeous even during the 1080p Xbox Gamescom 2021 stream, and now the 4K footage has dropped, delivering the full jaw-dropping experience in all its glory. Playground Games has released footage of the first eight minutes of the game, and anyone who has played...
News Forza Horizon 5 Is Getting A Limited Edition Xbox Controller
And you can pre-order it now
It was revealed as part of today's Xbox Gamescom 2021 Showcase that Forza Horizon 5 is being treated to an official limited edition Xbox Wireless Controller, and it's available to pre-order now with a release date of November 9. The controller includes all the same features as the standard Xbox Series X and Xbox Series...
Thursday12th Aug 2021
Video Here Are Two Gorgeous Forza Horizon 5 Gameplay Videos In 4K
New car customisation, a look at the map & more
Forza Horizon 5 is coming to Xbox this November, and it looks gorgeous. We've been treated to an array of trailers, interviews and more, but these raw footage videos are perhaps the best look at the game we've had thus far. In the first video, we have just over 11 minutes of footage to gorge our eyes...
Monday9th Aug 2021
News Here It Is, The Official Forza Horizon 5 Map
In summer (wet season)
Forza Horizon 5 is now just a few months away, and while we've seen plenty of screenshots and videos of it over the past few weeks, we haven't viewed its map in full... until now. The image above is a look at the map in summer. It's already been confirmed that the map is about one-and-a-half times the size of Forza Horizon...
Tuesday27th Jul 2021
Gallery The 11 Unique Biomes Of Forza Horizon 5
Seasons will also return
Forza Horizon 5 is headed to Mexico this November. The game's creative director Mike Brown has previously explained how it's a country with the "whole world" in one place - ranging from snowy mountains, epic canyons to beautiful historic cities - making it the perfect location to hold the festival. Now in an official...
Tuesday13th Jul 2021
News Playground Games Has Improved Car Sounds In Forza Horizon 5
There are also more than 320 brand new car recordings
While the Forza Horizon series could almost be described as the perfect game for car enthusiasts, the sounds of vehicles haven't always lived up to expectations. The game's community often talks about how car engines don't always match their real-life counterparts or sounded better in past...
Monday12th Jul 2021
News New Forza Horizon 5 Details Confirm Convertibles, Drag Races And Flamingos
Along with new customisation options
Forza Horizon 5 is, well, on the horizon, and it's shaping up to be a pretty ambitious title. Being the fifth entry in the franchise, the gameplay will be ramped up yet again, and some new confirmed details from Playground Games instil a lot of confidence. A ton of ground was covered by the team in a recent blog...
Tuesday29th Jun 2021
News Yes, You'll Be Able To Become A Storm Chaser In Forza Horizon 5
"Storm chasing was a big thing in our plans"
We know Forza Horizon 5 will have stunning visuals, exhilarating races, and a banging soundtrack - but did you know you'll be able to chase storms? As revealed in a recent Forza Horizon 5: Let’s ¡Go! video, weather is being massively upgraded in the next game, such as dust storms being added. The best...
Friday18th Jun 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Dev Feels 'Pretty Great' About All Versions Of The Game, Including Xbox One
Cross-gen isn't a concern
Since the release of the next-gen game consoles, there have been a lot of concerns raised about developers working on cross-generational releases and how the versions on older platforms may hold back or limit the experience. The latest developer to be quizzed about the subject of cross-generation releases is Playground...
Tuesday15th Jun 2021
News YouTuber TJ Hunt Reacts To His Car In Forza Horizon 5's Reveal Trailer
"That is one of the coolest things ever"
One of the many highlights at the Xbox and Bethesda E3 2021 Showcase was the reveal of Forza Horizon 5 - confirming the virtual automotive festival's next location is Mexico. While there are all-round improvements, one of the highlights for fans of street car culture is the inclusion of Street Hunter's C8...
News Don't Worry, Forza Horizon 5 Will Have An Option For 4K, 60FPS On Xbox Series X
If you choose the performance mode, that is
There was a fair bit of concern floating around the Xbox community yesterday when it was confirmed that Forza Horizon 5 will run at 4K, 30fps as standard on Xbox Series X with an optional performance mode, but fans of 4K, 60fps modes needn't worry, as the game's creative director has confirmed that will...
News Mexico Is Forza Horizon's New Location Because It Has 'Everything'
The ideal spot for a festival
Yesterday saw the reveal of Forza Horizon 5 - it's going to Mexico and obviously there's been a lot of different reactions from the Xbox community to this new location. So, why did Playground Games choose this location? Following the reveal trailer, Forza ran a special FH5 live stream on its YouTube channel featuring...
Monday14th Jun 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Will Feature Two Performance Modes On Xbox Series X|S
And here are all the details
Update: Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown has confirmed that the game's performance mode will still run at 4K, 60fps on Xbox Series X, while the Xbox Series S version will be limited to 1080p at 30fps. Original story: The highly-anticipated Forza Horizon 5 officially got its reveal at
Sunday13th Jun 2021
News Forza Horizon 5 Brings Its Festival To Mexico On Xbox This November
And it's looking absolutely fantastic
Following months of rumours, it has now finally been confirmed that Forza Horizon 5 will be launching as soon as this year on November 9, 2021, and Microsoft has provided a first look at gameplay as part of Xbox's E3 Showcase. The game takes place in Mexico, featuring the "largest, most diverse open world ever...
