Forza Horizon 2: Storm Island

 Xbox One
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. Gaming Age
    Dec 27, 2014
    100
    Storm Island provides added value for an existing game, filling out the edges of Forza Horizon 2 with lots of new content to explore both online and off, giving an ample number of reasons to jump back in with a game that’s likely been set aside for other titles released between September and now.
  2. Impulsegamer
    Dec 31, 2014
    94
    Forza Horizon 2 Storm Island is easily the best DLC of the year because of the amount of content jam packed into this release.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jan 16, 2015
    90
    A natural extension that caters for nerve-wracking thrills with lots to see and collect. A must-play.
  5. Eurogamer
    Dec 19, 2014
    90
    This is an excellent expansion, then, one that complements the main game while gracefully underlining what exactly it was that made that Forza Horizon 2 so enticing in the first place.
  6. COGconnected
    Jan 6, 2015
    85
    The first major DLC for Forza Horizon 2, Storm Island, is now available. The core game of Forza Horizon 2 has its share of off road action, but the DLC adds extreme tracks, a new level of off road madness, new vehicles and extremely wet weather that affects your outcome; mix these all together and you’ve got some racing game goodness.
  7. Digital Chumps
    Dec 21, 2014
    84
    If this was at the $15 price point, I'd say go for it with no hesitation whatsoever. For $20, I caution those looking for truckloads of new content to be leery of the abbreviated collection of Championships and Gauntlets. Still, this is a very solid offering for Horizon 2 owners looking for a reason to put the virtual pedal down during the holidays.
  8. Hobby Consolas
    Jan 23, 2015
    83
    The best way to continue enjoying one of the best racing games of 2014. Storm Island is focused on off road races and includes iconic cars such as the Dakar Mini, although it´s not cheap.
  9. DarkStation
    Jan 20, 2015
    80
    Overall, Storm Island is a ton of fun.
  10. Eurogamer Germany
    Jan 7, 2015
    80
    If you liked Horizon 2 and are in the mood for more extreme weather conditions and something more off-road in nature, you should absolutely consider a visit to Storm Island.
  11. We Got This Covered
    Dec 29, 2014
    80
    Although it's more expensive than your average add-on, Forza Horizon 2's Storm Island DLC is well worth the purchase, and not just because of its enhanced weather effects. There's a lot of bang for your buck here, which shows that Playground Games cares about its fans.
  12. Hardcore Gamer
    Dec 27, 2014
    80
    The actual amount of content added with the Storm Island DLC isn’t Earth-shattering, but there are a lot of new events thanks to the new locale and some new vehicles made with this terrain in mind.
  13. NZGamer
    Dec 22, 2014
    80
    At around $25 from Xbox Live Store it adds a little bit more to everything that was great about the original game - without bringing anything significantly different to the party.
  14. LevelUp
    Jan 5, 2015
    77
    Storm Island may not be the cheapest most innovative DLC, but what it lacks in freshness, it makes up in depth and exciting driving.
  15. IGN Italia
    Dec 20, 2014
    77
    Forza Horizon 2: Storm Island is a pretty solid, rally themed DLC. The new location works well with the improved bad weather conditions and adds a lot to stuff to do, although not all the new events are actually "new".
  16. Everyeye.it
    Jan 12, 2015
    75
    Maybe it won't really expand your experience in gameplay terms, but if you loved the original game, this DLC can offer some hours of good driving fun and eye candy.
  17. InsideGamer.nl
    Jan 6, 2015
    75
    Forza Horizon 2: Storm Island is fine dlc with its own face. The focus on driving offroad, the extreme weather effects, tiny changes to the known racing formulas plus the new rides are all coming together perfectly. Unfortunately this DLC does not really work for fans of super-shiny sports cars, especially because the new island is not worth exploring any further than just the racing.
  18. ZTGD
    Jan 13, 2015
    70
    Still for those looking for more Forza Horizon 2 there is plenty to be found in this pack. Just know it doesn’t stray far from the original game at all.
  19. Eurogamer Italy
    Dec 31, 2014
    70
    Forza Horizon 2 first DLC tries to be something different but is too similar to the original game. Not bad at all, but you could expect a more interesting offer at the price of €19,99. Oh, and it's tropically raining now.
  20. Pure Xbox
    Dec 19, 2014
    70
    The new content is well-constructed, but the big noises being made about the new race types are a little bit overblown for our liking. The new weather is good but not necessarily as varied as it could have been, and the event types could have been more outlandish. However, there's absolutely no doubt that Playground’s island adventure extends an excellent game by more than enough hours to justify the price of the ticket.

Awards & Rankings

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#13 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
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#76 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
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#2 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 99 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 74 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 99
  3. Negative: 17 out of 99
  1. Silverbow
    Dec 28, 2014
    10
    When I heard that it was mainly an off road expansion I wasn't too excited. But having tried it I can recommend it wholeheartedly. The newWhen I heard that it was mainly an off road expansion I wasn't too excited. But having tried it I can recommend it wholeheartedly. The new terrain is awesome, the new tracks and the way that you access races also makes for a good addition to FH2. The extreme weather is also a nice change, on the mainland I kept hoping it would rain, on the island it rains all the time. I hope they bring us some more expansions like this… Full Review »
  2. West408
    Jan 10, 2015
    6
    When i read there was a offroad dlc for FH2, i was really disappointed. Its not what the game needs, there are still core game featuresWhen i read there was a offroad dlc for FH2, i was really disappointed. Its not what the game needs, there are still core game features missing from the game and it wasn't included in the car pass or vip pass. One thing makes me happy about this though, unlike non dlc rally/offroad racing, your actually driving on roads!… Full Review »
  3. soron666
    Jan 20, 2015
    10
    This DLC is so nice! Contents are awesome, the island is not too big but it's enough to have various areas. Graphics are nice with storm andThis DLC is so nice! Contents are awesome, the island is not too big but it's enough to have various areas. Graphics are nice with storm and rain, thunder...there are a lot of height différence, so it is very pleasant. Offroad means big truck, 4x4 and rally cars. So the difference with FH2 is enough to enjoy this dlc. there are also new vehicule, a lot of championships. lifetime of this dlc is long and more if you want to finish it at 100%. this dlc is almost better than FH2! sensation are very good and map very beautiful and various. maybe dlc is expensive but I do not regret my purchase far away. From my point of view one of the best dlc ever. if you like FH2 you have to play this dlc, seriously. Collectors challenge are more difficult than FH2 challenges. Light effect are awesome and weather conditions changes more than FH2. I recommand to play this dlc and i can't wait for the next dlc!!! If you like rally,offroad or FH2 you'll enjoy this dlc, i'm pretty sure about that. There are no rally games for xbox one but this dlc is almost better than an entire rally game! ;)… Full Review »
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