Forza Horizon 5

 Xbox Series X
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4021 Ratings

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  1. Jithin_07
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    Jwjwysnsuge bshsnshs shishe I am a little bit of a new one and only then will be in the House of representatives of the moon exploration of the moon exploration of the moon exploration of the moon 66
  2. SumTxDude
    Jan 16, 2022
    10
    This game is just awsome on so many levels. Playground Games is just finding so many ways to bring attention to detail, almost picture perfect graphics, and crazy feeling of realizam to such a huge emersive world. Super fun game with something different putting a smile on your face around every corner. Can't recommend enough!
  3. serphim7
    Jan 16, 2022
    4
    I honestly don't get why this is getting so much love. I personally don't see where I am supposed to have fun? It feels like I am just driving from one pointless event to another, the CPU races are super boring. Maybe I am doing this wrong but I don't get it.
  4. Solaris_Wolffe
    Jan 16, 2022
    1
    buggy mess and crashed quite often and also became boring and repetitve at times, which is a shame as it follows on from FH4 which was a great game.
  5. HrGjerdingSmith
    Jan 15, 2022
    7
    Spillet er overveldende på antall kjøretøy og aktiviteter som er veldig gøy og bra for spillet. Dette gjør at det er veldig varierende gameplay. Dessverre er ikke jeg så glad i bilspill og blir fort lei. Skulle ønske det hadde fanget meg litt mer, men jeg likte det for det.
  6. MRPCTV764
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    Please don't make another Forza Horizon game this one makes me Happy with Mexico
  7. yoookreker
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Всё норм,игра понравилась.Но главный минус,что в игре всё легко даётся.Потому что я заработал на самую дорогую тачку в игре все лишь за 1 день.Надеюсь в последующих частях систему заработка усложнят.… Expand
  8. Ivan1983
    Jan 11, 2022
    10
    El juego es una pasado bestial, gráficos, velocidad, belleza, el escenario (México) etc....
  9. eva3si0n
    Jan 11, 2022
    10
    Forza Horizon 5 is currently the best game for the Xbox Series. The best part in the series. There are very few changes regarding the 4 part, I hope Playground Games will pause in the series and release something new. And so the Forza Horizon 5 simply has no competitors among arcade racing games, this is the real System Seller from Microsoft, Sony has no analogue and the gaming market as aForza Horizon 5 is currently the best game for the Xbox Series. The best part in the series. There are very few changes regarding the 4 part, I hope Playground Games will pause in the series and release something new. And so the Forza Horizon 5 simply has no competitors among arcade racing games, this is the real System Seller from Microsoft, Sony has no analogue and the gaming market as a whole also. Forza Horizon 5 is an adventure festival where it will be fun for anyone. One of the best games of 2021.… Expand
  10. DCLXVIag
    Jan 10, 2022
    0
    Graphics 9/10 (but you need 3090 to be able to play and actually see them)
    everything else 1/10
    Short list of problems Cheaters, Bugs(basically every feature doesnt work as intended), impossible to complete accolades, sh** servers that constantly disconnect you, memory leak and crashes, horrendous physics, unable to skip cutscenes in story missions, censorship, and PGG actually fixing    Graphics 9/10 (but you need 3090 to be able to play and actually see them)
    everything else 1/10

    Short list of problems
    Cheaters, Bugs(basically every feature doesnt work as intended), impossible to complete accolades, sh** servers that constantly disconnect you, memory leak and crashes, horrendous physics, unable to skip cutscenes in story missions, censorship, and PGG actually fixing only things that dont need fixing and doing nothing about ones that need action ASAP!    … Expand
  11. ItsTim
    Jan 10, 2022
    2
    Long story short I've uninstalled this game to play more forza horizon 4
    To see praise heaped upon this failure is an insult to the games that came before. There are many cars missing from previous instalments (Abarth, Alfa Romeo), the handling (at least on a wheel) feels floaty and unresponsive. There are numerous bugs that frequently ruin the experience, the auction house is now a luck    Long story short I've uninstalled this game to play more forza horizon 4
    To see praise heaped upon this failure is an insult to the games that came before. There are many cars missing from previous instalments (Abarth, Alfa Romeo), the handling (at least on a wheel) feels floaty and unresponsive. There are numerous bugs that frequently ruin the experience, the auction house is now a luck based lag fest. The loading times are infuriating (no such issue with 4 on the same PC). The characters that talk to you are cringey and intrusive. Frequently interrupting you with what feels like 'mandated fun' where I'd prefer to just drive. I loved the previous games and I have had my fun ruined at every turn during this one. Does not deserve the praise it received from the so called 'professional critics'    … Expand
  12. KushagraS
    Jan 9, 2022
    8
    Forza Horizon 5 is a great game to keep the Forza series alive. The graphics of the game have not been much of a significant improvement but still, it is safe for us to call it the best racing game of 2021
  13. Alisslayer
    Jan 3, 2022
    10
    As a hater of every racing game I would say that forza horizon is doing well and it's surprising good pros including variety of cars , good looking map , smooth and simple gameplay, opportunity for experiencing driving for people who are under 18 ( nice driving simulator). Cons empty
  14. BradMorgan
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    Forza Horizon 5 is the most beautiful and complete racing game I've ever played. Certainly for a 'casual racer' you will not get a better experience. Graphically it is of unprecedented class. The details, lighting, draw distance, the world building; It's is fantastic. The world alone is enough to want to continue to explore the different areas. Mexico also has much more to offer thanForza Horizon 5 is the most beautiful and complete racing game I've ever played. Certainly for a 'casual racer' you will not get a better experience. Graphically it is of unprecedented class. The details, lighting, draw distance, the world building; It's is fantastic. The world alone is enough to want to continue to explore the different areas. Mexico also has much more to offer than Great Britain in the previous part. Different ecosystems, weather changes, type of landscapes and cities. It is there to be discovered! The challenges, race events, festival events, the auctions and even a small storyline give you plenty to do within the big world and also give you a certain guidance throughout the game. Also, your chosen rider is now better represented due to short cutscenes with spoken text. This is a nice addition. The thing that doesn't make this racing game perfect for me is the music. It is flat and generic and there is also little choice in radio stations. Nevertheless, this game is just extremely fun and has so much to offer. It is a must-play for Xbox owners (racing fan or not).

    Pros:
    - The playground Mexico
    - Graphics are outstanding
    - All the different kind of races and activities
    - Chosen character more visible than previous parts

    Cons:
    - The music in game is flat and generic. Not much choice in radio stations
    - Not a major point for a racegame but the world does not feel alive during free roam    … Expand
  15. SkyrimGod
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    The best looking racing game I ever played, Hats off to Playground games for the graphics.
  16. Timinator2911
    Jan 4, 2022
    9
    This game is very good, but there were so many problems at beginning. So its only an 9/10.
  17. JeevaCritic
    Jan 3, 2022
    4
    Textures are always popping, i suspect this as an side effect of SFS from xbox velocity architecture.
    Compared to this game, visually forza horizon 4 was much more coherent and stable.
    At stop, the game looks well, but from then on you start you vehicule, every object of the landscape is blurry and not well texturized. Concerning gameplay, its still a good game likewise previous forza    Textures are always popping, i suspect this as an side effect of SFS from xbox velocity architecture.
    Compared to this game, visually forza horizon 4 was much more coherent and stable.
    At stop, the game looks well, but from then on you start you vehicule, every object of the landscape is blurry and not well texturized.
    Concerning gameplay, its still a good game likewise previous forza games, But Xbox had done so much marketing on their visual dominance over every actors of the industry that rised my hype so high. So if there are not able to achieve their sayings, they should pay the bill of this abusive marketing…    … Expand
  18. mhdisynix
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    It really is the best game of the year, the best physics, the best graphics and the whole other subject
  19. PMG-Writer
    Jan 2, 2022
    9
    Thus, "Forza Horizon 5" could become the best racing game from Playground Games. Due to the extensive new content and the interesting game world, you are well taken care of for a long time. It is simply a joy to fight through the various events as a driver. In terms of graphics and sound, we've been able to see a lot so far and the engine sounds have been great. Fans can buy "Forza HorizonThus, "Forza Horizon 5" could become the best racing game from Playground Games. Due to the extensive new content and the interesting game world, you are well taken care of for a long time. It is simply a joy to fight through the various events as a driver. In terms of graphics and sound, we've been able to see a lot so far and the engine sounds have been great. Fans can buy "Forza Horizon 5" directly in stores or simply download it for free in Xbox Game Pass. But fans of the genre should also take a look, it's definitely worth it!… Expand
  20. CarlTheFox
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    Very cool racing game, im really enjoyig playing this !!! One of best xbox studio, game.
  21. GreenFrog7655
    Jan 1, 2022
    9
    Forza Horizon 5 is a brilliant game. Fantastic graphics, great cars and beautiful Mexican scenery. I haven't encountered any bugs or glitches in the game whatsoever. The first forza horizon game I ever owned was FH4. I loved that game but this is a whole new level. I enjoy waking up, booting up my Xbox SX and going on Forza to find someone's gifted me a new set of wheels. Little stuff likeForza Horizon 5 is a brilliant game. Fantastic graphics, great cars and beautiful Mexican scenery. I haven't encountered any bugs or glitches in the game whatsoever. The first forza horizon game I ever owned was FH4. I loved that game but this is a whole new level. I enjoy waking up, booting up my Xbox SX and going on Forza to find someone's gifted me a new set of wheels. Little stuff like that really contributes to the experience. If you have gamepass it's a must, whether you like racing games or not is irrelevant.… Expand
  22. L3Fari0us
    Jan 1, 2022
    9
    A beautiful game with a welcome narrative and a massive landscape that never feels dull.

    Pros: +Beautiful graphics & environment +Great soundtrack +Deep vehicle customisation & tuning +Variety of challenges besides racing +Racing feels fun +Every activity feels rewarding +Controls & feedback are perfect +Great roster of cars +Open world looks and feels great +U.I. is very    A beautiful game with a welcome narrative and a massive landscape that never feels dull.

    Pros:
    +Beautiful graphics & environment
    +Great soundtrack
    +Deep vehicle customisation & tuning
    +Variety of challenges besides racing
    +Racing feels fun
    +Every activity feels rewarding
    +Controls & feedback are perfect
    +Great roster of cars
    +Open world looks and feels great
    +U.I. is very clean and intuitive
    +Very polished experience

    Cons:
    -Story feels extremely shallow
    -Voice acting can be a bit awkward
    -Some events don't work properly

    Overall, Forza Horizon 5 feels like the pinnacle of racing games in terms of gameplay, features and aesthetic. I strongly recommend it to any and all racing games fans and urge non racing fans to at least give it a try, chances are, you'll get addicted like I have.    … Expand
  23. FlexibleGTAfan
    Dec 31, 2021
    10
    El mejor Forza Horizon de todos los tiempos, ambientado a México, gráficos realistas, un juego apasionante.
  24. LeoTheo
    Dec 31, 2021
    0
    I honestly think that FH4 is way better than FH5. Not to say this is a fact but it is the reality. Why?
    Here's my experience of playing this game.
    1. Some events are buggy, you are not able to complete those specific task in order to reach your weekly points. 2. CRASHES! Yeah this games like to crash, you might not even have to drive the car to a tree or a wall to get it crash, the    I honestly think that FH4 is way better than FH5. Not to say this is a fact but it is the reality. Why?
    Here's my experience of playing this game.

    1. Some events are buggy, you are not able to complete those specific task in order to reach your weekly points.
    2. CRASHES! Yeah this games like to crash, you might not even have to drive the car to a tree or a wall to get it crash, the game simply crashes by itself.
    3. Disconnects. You are driving around convoy with friends and all of the sudden your friend fades away. Which is not worst that attempting to join a race with convoy and being left out because you're the only one got disconnected and not them.
    4. The visuals also disappointed me, if you have a yellow car, you can see from the garage and while you're driving under the sun, the yellow color starts to washed out.

    To be honest as a game that are being anticipated, the game is also broken. But i am not saying that FH is a bad game, but the game was made poorly to be bad in the first place. I never had a thought that i will be returning back to FH4 but seems how bad the FH5 was made, I have made the decision to play around back in FH4.

    And lastly, this game is far cringe that FH4.    … Expand
  25. sse85
    Dec 31, 2021
    10
    Сейчас настроение было не очень, зашел в игру, думал - пару заездов. В итоге просто поехал куда глаза глядят под классную музыку, вылетел на побережье, не останавливаясь по песку погонял, назад на дорогу, в джунгли... не знаю, плюсы, минусы перечислять, главное - эмоции, мне игра дарит позитив и расслабляет)Сейчас настроение было не очень, зашел в игру, думал - пару заездов. В итоге просто поехал куда глаза глядят под классную музыку, вылетел на побережье, не останавливаясь по песку погонял, назад на дорогу, в джунгли... не знаю, плюсы, минусы перечислять, главное - эмоции, мне игра дарит позитив и расслабляет)
  26. Gallbond
    Dec 31, 2021
    9
    Если бы не проблемы с серверами, поставил бы 10/10, но... до сих пор мои друзья иногда пропадают и сервера вылетают
  27. DaveCC
    Dec 31, 2021
    1
    As a huge Forza fan I was looking forward to this, but I have to admit I came away rather disappointed.

    A few of my primary gripes off the top of my head are - Why is the wait time for other players so long in PVP matches? If players can't load faster than a super Nintendo then don't make the other players suffer through constant 3 minute waits, kick them out! Uneven PVP team matches    As a huge Forza fan I was looking forward to this, but I have to admit I came away rather disappointed.

    A few of my primary gripes off the top of my head are -

    Why is the wait time for other players so long in PVP matches? If players can't load faster than a super Nintendo then don't make the other players suffer through constant 3 minute waits, kick them out!

    Uneven PVP team matches with no balancing. You often see teams of 2 vs teams of 5 or more. How is this even possible?

    There is no way to test drive cars before you buy them. Hell, even the crew had this! Give us a test drive option before we lay out 3 million bucks....which we dedperately need because:

    The balance is way out of whack. Any car that's remotely decent is hugely overpriced, and there's very few decent/competitive cars out there.

    I'm not a big fan of the progression either, constant wheel spins and free cars trivialises buying new cars and earning them yourself. And when you have an X rated car in the first minute it makes it hard to go back to the slow mo cars. If this isn't in the Forza spirit, it would be great to see it in another game...eg where you start out racing in a civic rental and SLOWLY save up and progress up the ladder to better and better cars.    … Expand
  28. carlosaustria
    Dec 30, 2021
    2
    Forza Horizon 5 is Forza Horizon 4 that is Forza Horizon 3

    No I dont whant the nexte Forza Games in ah other country that has some new cars but lots of the same cars that has not changes at all since Forza horizon 2!

    And i think the hear the gamers that play since the 1 forza!
    it can be so ah good sandbox but no its the same!
  29. Mosqueta
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    It's my first Forza, and I've enjoyed it to the fullest.
    The amount of vehicles and races available are incredible, the customization and online services are also very good.
    The best racing game I've tried so far.
  30. Teraoptic
    Dec 30, 2021
    9
    The visuals are beautiful, the racing is top notch and the only thing holding it back from being a 10 is the limited custom race tools, which are slated to be improved upon shortly. The story is not all that interesting, but the developers understand that it's more important to focus on the freedom and fun of racing rather than focusing solely on a cliche racing story.
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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 103 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 103 out of 103
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 103
  3. Negative: 0 out of 103
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 18, 2022
    100
    The best arcade races nowadays. But it is becoming clear that it's getting harder and harder to move the successful formula forward.
  2. GameCritics
    Jan 31, 2022
    80
    It’s safe to say that Playground Games have delivered something special with Forza Horizon 5 – and as far as I’m concerned, this is currently the best driving game out there.
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  3. Malditos Nerds
    Dec 16, 2021
    90
    Forza Horizon 5 is one of the best games of the year and starts the discussion on whether a racing title like this one could be GOTY. It stands out from the rest of similar games, both in terms of technical and gameplay aspects.
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