Forza Horizon 5

 Xbox Series X
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4021 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,218 out of 4021
  2. Mixed: 210 out of 4021
  3. Negative: 593 out of 4021
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  1. Sloppysnoopy
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    This is the best racing game of all time. They took all the best parts of the horizon formula and streamlined it into an amazing gameplay loop.
    Even if you dont like racing, this game is just a blast to play. If you have xbox or pc, try it on gamepass. You will not regret it.
  2. Swampy
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Has to be the most fun you can have behind the virtual wheel of whatever car you happen to be in. A great evolution from FH4... There's something for everyone here.

    I don't know what some reviewers want from a driving game when they bemoan it's evolved similarity to its predecessors... 1. It's a sandbox driving game, 2. It's a driving game... There's not a huge scope for mixing    Has to be the most fun you can have behind the virtual wheel of whatever car you happen to be in. A great evolution from FH4... There's something for everyone here.

    I don't know what some reviewers want from a driving game when they bemoan it's evolved similarity to its predecessors...
    1. It's a sandbox driving game,
    2. It's a driving game...

    There's not a huge scope for mixing things up short of fundamentally changing the type of game. I dunno instead of cars etc maybe add aeroplanes....

    Oh hang on, wait... ;)
    There's already additional modes, from user creatable parks and challenges to a 'BR' so at least certain YouTubers should be happy.

    Definitely a GoTY contender... surely?

    Anyway at least it's not been getting review bombed (yet!) which is a refreshing change... I still note there's a few salties with an axe to grind (and no prior history of rating Xbox games) making fools of themselves with zero pointers. I do wish MC would sort this type of behaviour as it kinda makes a mockery of the site especially when it's so blatant.

    Oh and as for it being false advertisement about its day and date release date on Gamepass... Well that's just an ignorant or disingenuous take, the game isn't released until the 9th unless you BUY the top tier Premium Edition or the Premium Edition Update which gains early access. This is common industry practice, and was never hidden since the release date was announced.    … Expand
  3. takjar
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    Graphics check
    Sound check
    Gameplay check
    Character check
    Game mode options check
  4. RexVanquisher
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Well done Playground Games and Xbox Studios for a very fantastic and an extremely well put together driving game, quite entertaining, the best iteration of Forza Horizon by a clear distance. Tried it on both Xbox Series X and 3080 RTX high end PC, gorgeous on both and very smooth. Only frozen once on PC in 10 hours of playing, but not a minus point as a very rare occurrence.

    Certainly    Well done Playground Games and Xbox Studios for a very fantastic and an extremely well put together driving game, quite entertaining, the best iteration of Forza Horizon by a clear distance. Tried it on both Xbox Series X and 3080 RTX high end PC, gorgeous on both and very smooth. Only frozen once on PC in 10 hours of playing, but not a minus point as a very rare occurrence.

    Certainly one of the strongest GOTY contender for me.    … Expand
  5. HidaN20
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Отличное продолжение отличной гоночной серии. Теперь и с шикарным звуком и еще лучшей графикой. Жалко уникальных машин нету и новых каких-то ивентов, а так все супер.
  6. Ozimandeus
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Without any shadow of doubt, this is the best Driving game. I felt transported back to how I felt the first time I played Outrun in an arcade back in '87 and the first game of Horizon 3 I ever played. 5 builds on what has gone before perfectly. There is so much to do, so much to see. But rarely do games allow you just to explore and be rewarded for it. Mexico is a wonderful setting, whatWithout any shadow of doubt, this is the best Driving game. I felt transported back to how I felt the first time I played Outrun in an arcade back in '87 and the first game of Horizon 3 I ever played. 5 builds on what has gone before perfectly. There is so much to do, so much to see. But rarely do games allow you just to explore and be rewarded for it. Mexico is a wonderful setting, what can I say more.. this is the G.O.A.T. arcade driving game, it makes you smile and often makes you gape. Perfect!… Expand
  7. xankazo
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    World class in graphics. World class in gameplay. The awesome team of Playground Games does it again.
  8. Supr3mus
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Jogo sensacional
    A atenção aos detalhes, gráficos insanos, uma variedade imensa de modos.
    E o que mais me chamou atenção é a qualidade sonora, não sei qual a bruxaria que fizeram mas o áudio está incrível
  9. P30
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    I am simply in love with this game.First time i played it my jaw was down on the floor. the graphics are mind blowing. the gameplay is superb. its simply a masterpiece. Playground Games are wizards they made the best game ever. Forza Horizon 5 is the Ultimate Racing game.
  10. AlessandroBdS
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    PlaygroundGames excelled in this new franchise title. It is the ultimate racing game for fans of speed, beautiful scenery and amazing cars!
  11. DoctorAkke
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    The game keeps you entertained at every corner. I find miself taking for ever to reach to the next race because there are so many activities along the way that times fly by.
  12. ThroneBender
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    I'm a huge PS game but got Xbox Game Pass for PC for a trial and this game has convinced me to buy an Xbox Series X. Can't wait.
  13. l1u3k7e
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Don't listen to people saying it's just copy and paste of Forza Horizon 4, they obviously didn't play this. Game of 2021 EASILY! And best looking console game to date. 100% A+ 10/10
  14. Polito
    Mar 16, 2023
    10
    Awesome visuals and nice driving, with so many cars to collect! For me, one of the best arcade racing games out there....
  15. hepnotik
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    Best arcade racing game to date. The amount of content packed into this game is impressive. And with custom user made races, and continued developer support, you'll never run out of even single player content. The graphics are gorgeous. This game looks next gen. But the star of this title is the new map. It blows away all previous maps. It's bigger. It's more diverse. It's more stylish.Best arcade racing game to date. The amount of content packed into this game is impressive. And with custom user made races, and continued developer support, you'll never run out of even single player content. The graphics are gorgeous. This game looks next gen. But the star of this title is the new map. It blows away all previous maps. It's bigger. It's more diverse. It's more stylish. And on the XBSX or a PC with an SSD, the game loads fast, allowing you to do things like quickly switch cars that are best suited for the biome you're driving through. Even though I have game pass, I still bought a hard copy because the developers deserve it.… Expand
  16. TH3J4P
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Racing GOAT, GOTY 2021
    Forza Horizon 4 was already amazing
    Forza Horizon 5 is even better
    10/10
  17. yaswanth
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    I cannot put my finger on what makes FH5 but I am totally addicted to this game. I loved FH3 and I was unable to get into FH4. FH5 for me feels like a pinnacle of open world racing game.
  18. LordMaster
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Finally a game set in México
  19. Serus
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    Mes gustan mucho los juegos de carreras como Driver, Crazy Taxy, Gran Turismo, grid, NFS, Forza etc. pero Este FH5 se ve espectacular y se juega mejor que cualquier otro que haya jugado hasta hoy.
  20. Darkeil
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Fantastic, simply an essential game for all video game lovers, even those outside of driving games, once you try it you can't stop.
  21. Azzanation
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Forza Horzion 5 feels just like FH4 and FH3 however that's far from a bad thing. Not only is it different in landscape, the visuals have been improved immensely especially on the Series X and PC. This game deserves its phase and personally gets a 9/10 from me however the reason it gets a 10/10 is because its the best of its type and it places easily as one of the best car games ever made,Forza Horzion 5 feels just like FH4 and FH3 however that's far from a bad thing. Not only is it different in landscape, the visuals have been improved immensely especially on the Series X and PC. This game deserves its phase and personally gets a 9/10 from me however the reason it gets a 10/10 is because its the best of its type and it places easily as one of the best car games ever made, it also counters the troll's 0/10 reviews. Hardcore or Softcore fans can enjoy FH5. I cannot fault it. What it does is done spot on.… Expand
  22. Dozinho
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Amazing game! The best racing game ever made! It`s not fair that Forza 5 did not compete 2021 GOTY.
  23. Pat1711
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    A jam packed filled adventure of racing fun. If you're a fan of racing games in general, this should be at the top of your list.
  24. ucavalcante
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    The most beautiful racing game i ever seen, the forest in quality mode are so dense and live, this the first game i can call true next gen, other things like game play and game modes are superb and possibilitie to change for 60 fps is very acceptable option.
  25. udjinlu
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Лучшая гоночная игра с открытым миром, красивый и разнообразный мир, графика великолепна
  26. AnkurGurung
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Soo many ponies bombing reviews just because this game is not available on their favorite console.
    This only reflects how desperate ponies are this generation, they know xbox is killing it.

    Forza Horizon 5 is the best game of 2021.
  27. Venonomicon
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    FH5 is another great driving game. Very similar to FH4, but with a few small changes.

    I think some of the menues for seasonal things to do are a bit messy, & confusing, but besides that it seems great.
  28. regnaston
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Simply spectacular. Great environments great cars. And the game play is super fun
  29. Haniasa
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, with great graphics. Long game play, you will spend very long time engoy the world.
  30. Moth3rlov3r
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Forza Horizon 5 is a ton of fun and looks incredible! I love the setting and the amount of customisable cars in the game is just crazy. Definetly worth the full price or playing it via Game Pass!
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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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