Forza Horizon 5

 Xbox Series X
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4021 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 210 out of 4021
  3. Negative: 593 out of 4021
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  1. Sukin
    Nov 11, 2021
    6
    Stering wheel 6/10 , feeling of a completed game at the start of a game .every car is stupidlly fast. Boring boring boring game playable only on gamepads
  2. BodyHarvest4611
    Aug 14, 2022
    0
    Boring, generic, aimless, another Forza reskin in a desert. Dunno why this gets any hype.
  3. Burzyk
    Aug 16, 2023
    9
    FH4 was in my opinion better, but still we have got 50+ hours of smooth 60 FPS gameplay here on XSX. And it is in Game Pass!
  4. zezeljmare
    Feb 13, 2022
    9
    EN:
    This is by far the best arcade racing game. So much content, promises many hours of fun. Beautiful and huge map with different terrains and roads, SP is interesting, identical to MP. The base of the cars is amazing, as is their customization. The game engine is amazing, graphically the game is brought to perfect realism. HDR balance is fantastic. There is no need to waste words on    EN:
    This is by far the best arcade racing game. So much content, promises many hours of fun. Beautiful and huge map with different terrains and roads, SP is interesting, identical to MP. The base of the cars is amazing, as is their customization. The game engine is amazing, graphically the game is brought to perfect realism. HDR balance is fantastic. There is no need to waste words on physics. Perfect balance of arcade and simulation. Playground Studio has given homework to other racing developers.

    SRB:
    Ovo je ubedljivo najbolja arkadna trkačka igra. Izuzetno mnogo sadržaja, obećava mnogo sati zabave. Prelepa i ogromna mapa sa različitim terenima i putevima, SP je zanimljiv, identično kao i MP. Baza automobila je zadivljujuća, kao i njihova "customizacija". Engine igre je neverovatan, grafički je igra dovedena do perfektne realističnosti. HDR balans je fantastičan. O fizici ne treba trošiti reči. Perfektan balans arkade i simulacije. Playground Studio je zadao domaći ostalim racing developerima.    … Expand
  5. ZiK163
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Да, игра использует механики и пресеты из 4 части, но это ни капли ее не портит. Иногда чтобы получить удовольствие, нужно просто ехать
  6. JasperThorn
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    First things first the visuals are insanely good. Love how there is a different feel for each car that you drive. The music is great especially at the start. The jumps are epic feels like fast and the furious how the cars are speeding off jumps. Racing feels clean and fun.
  7. ArmyRetGuy
    Dec 15, 2021
    10
    Love this game. Graphically gorgeous, excellent gameplay. I highly recommend this game. Behold the new genre, the caRPG.
  8. ArVilla
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Not normally fond of racing games, but Forza Horizon 5 is amazingly beautiful and fun to play. The only problem is finding enough time to really get into it.

    It's unfortunate that racing games, open world or not, are never really put up for consideration when talking about game of the year, but with the sheer mastery of this game's design I hope the games industry reconsiders. Also,    Not normally fond of racing games, but Forza Horizon 5 is amazingly beautiful and fun to play. The only problem is finding enough time to really get into it.

    It's unfortunate that racing games, open world or not, are never really put up for consideration when talking about game of the year, but with the sheer mastery of this game's design I hope the games industry reconsiders.

    Also, I love how there are some users leaving reviews for Forza with the sole goal of reducing it's user score, yet it still scores pretty high.

    Update Nov 17 2021 - Still loving the game, and it fits nicely in my rotation of games I can jump in and enjoy. still loving it! Should have been GOTY contender.    … Expand
  9. awarewolf333
    Sep 15, 2022
    9
    Currently one of the best racing games that’s out. The freedom to just relax and ride has always been one of my favorite things about horizon.
  10. Crimson5
    Oct 5, 2022
    10
    На поприще аркадных гонок форза осталась последней, несмотря на то, что конкуренты не оставляют попыток вернуться. Получаю невероятный кайф от этой игры, геймпасс оформлен нельзя. Ставлю 10 баллов, так как ничего лучше форзы, в её жанре, нету.На поприще аркадных гонок форза осталась последней, несмотря на то, что конкуренты не оставляют попыток вернуться. Получаю невероятный кайф от этой игры, геймпасс оформлен нельзя. Ставлю 10 баллов, так как ничего лучше форзы, в её жанре, нету.
  11. Wncc1701p
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    the game looks very nice, i have been playing it for a week, it has been taking all my time, there are a few things that i think are bugged when i start driving the motorway @ full speed about 300mph the npc cars all go away. I am not sure that is down to playing online, something very little but still great game
  12. CashMunnie7679
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, incredibly fun, great job! I'm addicted. The graphics, game play and especially the sound are mind blowing.
  13. HanzoBeats
    Nov 20, 2021
    10
    Great game overall fun and addictive stunning visually all cars feel unique and responsive
  14. Gr8Cj
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    This is what perfection means.
    This is what I call a masterpiece.
    This game is a must to play.
    Love it.
  15. nimawise
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Best racing game ever! Best visual, best control, best missions and more ...
  16. Farbodltu2
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Graphics are great gameplay and sound is awesome I recommend this to everyone
  17. 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
  18. Carter_hobby
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Un juego de conducción arcade perfecto. No le veo defectos en su género y es de los mejores juegos de conducción de la historia. Obra maestra.
  19. Malicious52
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Game is an absolute masterpiece. Beautiful visuals excellent customizations and an awesome map. Best arcade racer out right now.
  20. slaine130177
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    Je pense que tout le monde avait compris que techniquement le jeu est de loin le plus beau titre de course auto sur console. Que ce soit les décors, la densité des décors, ou les véhicules, la justesse du son des véhicules (en raytracing audio), il n'y a rien à jeter. A noter que le jeu est nativement compatible Dolby Vision (donc un rendu HDR encore plus performant).

    Il ne lui manque    Je pense que tout le monde avait compris que techniquement le jeu est de loin le plus beau titre de course auto sur console. Que ce soit les décors, la densité des décors, ou les véhicules, la justesse du son des véhicules (en raytracing audio), il n'y a rien à jeter. A noter que le jeu est nativement compatible Dolby Vision (donc un rendu HDR encore plus performant).

    Il ne lui manque plus qu'à travailler sur les modèles 3D "humains" et ajouter un peu de vie dans ce monde de fou (plus d'animaux ou de passants) et on a le jeu '"parfait".

    Du fun à l'état pur pour ceux qui aiment les jeux de voiture, et pour les plus exigeants, il suffit de placer tous les curseurs sur simulation et on obtient un titre bien plus élitiste.

    A essayer absolument.    … Expand
  21. omelo10
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Joguei por 12hr, gostei muito apesar de poucas inovaçoes. Recomendo a todos
  22. FeaRHarvesteR
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    I feel like I am open to trying new games, and through Xbox Game Pass I have had lots of fun.

    I am not a racing game genre player (save Mario Kart) typically, but this game resonates with me.

    Graphically amazing, game play, excellent. I have been convincing my buddies to try.

    Loads of fun. Enjoy.
  23. JuliThom
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    Best looking racing game, right there with Flight Simulator. I’m having fun, even though racing games aren’t my usual thing. 100% worth it. I’m seriously considering the DLC pack, even though I have the game on Game Pass.
  24. SmartAlec775
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    Best open world racer out there. Beautiful visuals and a great map of Mexico.
  25. Depka
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. I loved 4 but 5 improved in every way. My only criticism would be the lack of character creation, maybe some day..
  26. Bigthor
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego de carreras que eh jugado en mi vida, se siente tan libre y todo es precioso.
    Muy recomendado
  27. DusingSi
    Dec 23, 2021
    10
    改无可改！闲来无事，开开车，看看风景，舒服！xgp还是这么香！配合顶级dlc，心满意足！
  28. Lifad
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Nunca habia visto un juego tan bonito como este, sus graficos son impresionantes.
  29. vendiblelamb217
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Great improvements from the previous entry. I like the fact that playground is taking a more realistic scenery approach, different from other studios that go for a more synthetic shiny/glossy dark look. This is a very bold move. It is easy to have a night look where streets are shining and everyone thinks everything looks great coz of reflections... but it is very hard to do whatGreat improvements from the previous entry. I like the fact that playground is taking a more realistic scenery approach, different from other studios that go for a more synthetic shiny/glossy dark look. This is a very bold move. It is easy to have a night look where streets are shining and everyone thinks everything looks great coz of reflections... but it is very hard to do what playground has done with the more risky realistic scenario approach. I love this approach and I hope more games from playground are like this.… Expand
  30. Myst1Que
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Играю на Xbox One S. Рад в принципе, что она вышла на старое поколение. Для меня главное было, чтобы она выглядела не хуже 4-ки. К гемплею, "сюжету", Мексике вопросов нет, да и наконец-то правостороннее движение) Сходство с 4-кой не напрягает – элементы интерфейса могли, конечно, и поменять... но это не страшно.
    Game of the year edition    Играю на Xbox One S. Рад в принципе, что она вышла на старое поколение. Для меня главное было, чтобы она выглядела не хуже 4-ки. К гемплею, "сюжету", Мексике вопросов нет, да и наконец-то правостороннее движение) Сходство с 4-кой не напрягает – элементы интерфейса могли, конечно, и поменять... но это не страшно.
    Game of the year edition
  31. fabricioamorim
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Forza Horizon 5 é incrível, consegue dar sequência à franquia mantendo a qualidade excelente. Simplesmente viciante.
  32. Vagosmcgames
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    Very good arcade racing game and the best part for me is that you have tons of options on cars and even more on customizing them. Also it is very realistic as for the graphics and as for the physics and the customization of the cars
  33. Rishay97
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    They’ve done it again! You’d think after playing FH4 that this would be the same just in Mexico. But nope. It’s so much more. And the format is so much more enjoyable. Stunning graphics, eliminator day1, great car roster, insane showcase events!
  34. Dany4k
    Mar 10, 2022
    9
    Not much to say here, if you are a fan of cars in general, you will have loads of fun playing this! Keep in mind this is a more Arcade oriented experience, compared to Forza Motorsport, but that doesn't make it less good, in fact i prefer this one!
  35. OGMANLC
    Nov 22, 2021
    9
    Masterpiece. It's FH4 but with better environment. Game have some bugs with accolades. I will give it 10 after they fix it.
  36. Mischief3k
    Nov 25, 2021
    9
    By far the most polished all around in the Horizon series. Runs great on the Series X. 60 FPS mode and quality mode are both fantastic.
  37. 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.
  38. borkrug
    Nov 8, 2021
    9
    So, many of the zeros given here are by people who gave one or more PS exclusives a perfect 10. Surely, this must be coincidental, right? RIGHT?!?!?
  39. Black-padrino
    Dec 10, 2021
    10
    Best game ever made! Tha graphics, tha map, the view. Everything in this game is a master piece
  40. Alex1525
    Feb 18, 2023
    10
    Segue invicto como melhor game de corrida, outros tentam imitar, mas até o momento esse ainda é o melhor, continua divertido e com uma ótima trilha sonora como o Forza 4.
  41. snakelqi
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    Este es mi segundo juego de la franquicia forza horizon que juego, así que puedo decir que soy nuevo en este juego, también quiero aclarar que no soy un gran fan de los juegos de carreras de coches, siendo need for spped underground 2 y burnout paradise los únicas dos entregas de juegos de carreras que he terminado, habiendo dicho estos, puedo decir que forza horizon 5 es un juegoEste es mi segundo juego de la franquicia forza horizon que juego, así que puedo decir que soy nuevo en este juego, también quiero aclarar que no soy un gran fan de los juegos de carreras de coches, siendo need for spped underground 2 y burnout paradise los únicas dos entregas de juegos de carreras que he terminado, habiendo dicho estos, puedo decir que forza horizon 5 es un juego sobresaliente, que hace bien todo lo que propone, que es desafiante, extenso, lleno de contenido, con excelentes opciones online y sobre todo muy divertido de jugar. Perderse en el mapa de México ya sea para explorar, buscar secretos y simplemente ir a tu próxima carrera es sumamente satisfactorio y divertido, este juego hace que las horas pasen volando y que siempre quieras jugar una carrera más y eso es por que el juego muy divertido. En general una compra obligada para los amantes de los juegos de coches y los mundos abiertos y también para aquellos que quieran disfrutar de un buen videojuego.… Expand
  42. Longtime_gamer
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    Well done Playground games, Forza horizon 5 is excellent. Please to say that the next Fable is in very capable hands.
  43. kanevolfeed
    Aug 4, 2022
    10
    Horizon is that kind of videogame that when you play it for the first time you really don't believe that you're in front of those realistic graphics and stunning gameplay. This is the first impression: "i have never seen before a more realistic like game like this" but even when you get use to it, it keeps impressing you with the reflects, the environment, lights and the sound. I spentHorizon is that kind of videogame that when you play it for the first time you really don't believe that you're in front of those realistic graphics and stunning gameplay. This is the first impression: "i have never seen before a more realistic like game like this" but even when you get use to it, it keeps impressing you with the reflects, the environment, lights and the sound. I spent countless hours in from of my TV just driving around contemplating the different areas of Mexico.

    And that is another stuff, Mexico... I played Horizon 4 and, even when I liked a lot because I love how UK looks like, it is not the same when you see that effort in the details in every zone, in every single car, everywhere you look.

    I like racing games a lot, and the reason why I bought a Xbox series S is due to this game and It was worth it. But, I never thought that I was going to change my favorite racing game that was NFS most Wanted 2005 for this game, and I completely switched my favorite racing game for Horizon 5. Right now I can say one thing about this game. IT IS A MUST.... You must play it even if you don't like racing games because it is very accessible due to it is pure arcade, you don't need to know how to play, Just press the throttle, drive and enjoy pure racing.    … Expand
  44. Blue2hark
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    jeu très beau les voiture bien représenté paysage magnifique multi joueur Open World plusieurs mod de Jeu de plusieurs courses
  45. HPardinhoR
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    Melhor jogo do ano, é surreal poder jogar um jogo de nova geração em nuvem, parabéns Microsoft e a todos os envolvidos
  46. Viniopinion
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente uma obra de arte , sensação de velocidade e paisagens lindas um prato cheio para fans de carros
  47. WillGoss
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    The best race game that I ever played. This is a masterpiece.

    Positive things ;

    + Great soundtracks
    + The graphics are insane
    + The map is beautiful

    Negative things ;

    - Some achievements can be a pain in the.. to do
  48. xTobyCroftx
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Forza Horizon nunca me decepciou!!! e eu me surpreendi com esse novo jogo... ansioso pelo proximo
  49. Ernest586
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    El juego contiene todo lo bueno de sus antecesores. Lo estoy jugando en la xbox one X y no he tenido problemas de rendimiento ni ningún bug. El juego es divertidísimo y ojalá que incluyan mas licencias de marcas para hacerlo absolutamente perfecto. Probablemente el mejor juego de conducción arcade hasta ahora
  50. Herbalmouse1305
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    cannot sing my praises loud enough, visually amazing, mechanically addicting. its just a car game, but my god is it a good one
  51. Rolandkapral
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    Great racing game with eliminator and that's everything what i need. Because bether arcade racing game doesn't exist
  52. RDews62
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Amazing Game!!
  53. CAMHTRI
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Absolute masterpiece this game is the most exciting game I have played in years and from day 1 on Gamepass ❤️
  54. Aziz3
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    اللعبة رهيبه كل شي كامل بدون مبالغه انصحكم تجربون اللعبه خاصتن انه موجوده في للقيم باس
  55. Lingamer
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Amazing game This one is going to goty. The best graphics I've seen This game is the beginning of the next gen
  56. Ramon323f
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Increible. Esto es Next Gen de verdad. Compra obligada y esperemos que sea GOTY… Expand
  57. rafellenza
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    This game is EASILY the BEST open world car game of history, and the best open world of 2021, by very very far. The graphics on the SERIES X are so beautiful, even in performance mode. The game of course, is focused on cars and races, so don't expect a deeeeeeep story in the game. I have already played 10h and the best thing about story is the side quests, cause you get to use veryThis game is EASILY the BEST open world car game of history, and the best open world of 2021, by very very far. The graphics on the SERIES X are so beautiful, even in performance mode. The game of course, is focused on cars and races, so don't expect a deeeeeeep story in the game. I have already played 10h and the best thing about story is the side quests, cause you get to use very different cars and do different challenges. The cars are also great, but i think Playground could have improved the more realistic option, but its understandable, this game has cars flying over volcanos rs. Overall, a great game, and one of the best of 2021… Expand
  58. iWass27
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    C'est jeu est tout bonnement incroyable . Que se soit techniquement que graphiquement Merci Xbox et Merci Playground pour cette perfection de fin d'année !
  59. Sayco
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Forza Horizon 5 es el mejor juego de carreras arcade que he jugado, en todos los aspectos sobresale y realmente logra transmitir el amor que le pusieron al juego y a México, es una joya que va directo al GOTY
  60. Bibobus1
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    TOP!!! Очень крутая играя. Играю через подписку геймпасс, рад, что игра оправдала ожиданий)
  61. netojkklkk
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    sério, q jogo incrivel vsfd, nenhum jogo de corrida se compara ao meu ver..
  62. Kayzxjee
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Honestly, I am a crack user to experience this game. However, after experimenting, I decided to buy it outright, and this is a patent decision, I can tell everyone. The game is diverse in all types of addresses on the map. Pictures, weather,...... God, it looks so real.
  63. CCoe
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Incrível, nível de delicadeza e cuidado são sensacionais!!! Jogo único que todos deveriam jogar!
  64. KlausFischer
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Forza Horizon 5 é espetacular! Pegou tudo de maravilhoso do Forza Horizon 4 e aumentou em dobro. Não há pontos negativos. Aqui os mínimos detalhes são importantes, até por exemplo dar um zoom máximo numa gota de água escorrendo sobre o carro e perceber que até ela reflete o cenário a sua volta. Magistral. Jogo do ANO!
  65. bolagonzalez
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    GameSkinny
    Nov 8, 2021
    100 I went into Forza Horizon 5 expecting a pretty racing game. What I got was an experience, a splendid open-world car exploration simulator with light RPG elements and a trunk full of things to do and see. While I’d like to see Playground try something new or perhaps break free from the existing formula next time, this is a clear candidate for 2021’s best game    GameSkinny
    Nov 8, 2021
    100
    I went into Forza Horizon 5 expecting a pretty racing game. What I got was an experience, a splendid open-world car exploration simulator with light RPG elements and a trunk full of things to do and see. While I’d like to see Playground try something new or perhaps break free from the existing formula next time, this is a clear candidate for 2021’s best game and a must-play, whether you have Game Pass or not.    … Expand
  66. Fabio_Moretti
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Quem diz que está igual ao 4, está totalmente enganado. O jogo mudou muito, mudou para melhor
  67. MJ1988
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Simply brilliant! Playground games nailed it again with this new release. Its a must have! Graphics look absolute stunning running at 4k dolby vision. Plays like a race game should play. Game of the year for me!
  68. rangvaldr
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    This game IS amazing! The game is looking stunning even in performance mode.
  69. KL03YT
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Its Amazing optimization. I cant believe this much power in my GTX1060. In game settings high I got it 75fps stable. Also there is in game RTX on feeling. Nice work Playground Games. thanks a lot..
  70. Cloudsoft
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Stunning graphics, excellent gameplay an environment, get lost in mexico! I think graphics mode is the way to go if you appreciate graphics, performance mode is amazing too
  71. thomas17
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    best forza horizon game ever made the graphics are insane the world is breathtaking, this game is the king of racing open world games.
  72. Claudivann
    Nov 9, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O game e o incrível , simplesmente lindo mesmo na versão da geração antiga , o México e lindíssimo A Pgg mais uma vez se superou , sou fã do Forza Horizon desde o primeiro e esse de longe está sendo o meu predileto ....
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️    … Expand
  73. Sainthudson
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Breathtaking, videos you see on YouTube don’t do this game justice. Best looking game of the generation so far and massively addictive.
  74. ConkyPR
    Nov 9, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Las graficas y el gameplay son geniales la rapides en el series x son de lo mejor… Expand
  75. Brunofeija01
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Jogo maravilhoso! Jogo belíssimo, jogabilidade toda repaginada, trilha sonora muito boa! Jogo Maravilhoso e empolgante!
  76. CachiRichi
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Tiene un gran aspecto visual y lleva un escalón arriba la fórmula ya vista en los anteriores títulos de esta Saga.
    Sin duda alguna esta entrega es el pináculo de los juegos de conducción árcade.
  77. HdnBeefVillage
    Nov 9, 2021
    9
    Having put at least 150 hours into Forza Horizon 4 I knew more or less what I was going to get into. I knew what the goal of this game is, the experience it wished to give its audience, I knew the format, I knew the medium.

    Let’s be clear, this is not a thinking game, it’s a doing game. As far as that’s concerned it’s a 10/10. A technical achievement, a strong new installment into    Having put at least 150 hours into Forza Horizon 4 I knew more or less what I was going to get into. I knew what the goal of this game is, the experience it wished to give its audience, I knew the format, I knew the medium.

    Let’s be clear, this is not a thinking game, it’s a doing game.

    As far as that’s concerned it’s a 10/10. A technical achievement, a strong new installment into the series, BUT (and yes, there is a “but”) I was disappointed when I saw inclusivity features they chose to include. Before you reply angrily, stick with me for a second.

    I was not merely upset that they implemented inclusivity features. Right off the bat, they’ve expanded their Drivatar selections (the avatar stand-in for your character), they certainly featured more mixed-race and POC. Commendable, when compared to the last installment. They certainly added more hairstyles that are able to represent different kinds of ethnic hair. I had certainly taken note of the absence of such features in FH4. They even added in prosthesis and the option to choose your Drivatar’s gender-identity, though voice selection was, somewhat-understandably, limited to a binary of masculine and feminine British Voice Acting.

    I am appreciative of these features, even if they’re not aimed at me, as I’m sure they provide a level of comfort for their intended audience. After-all, this is a game about doing, not about narrative, these options needn’t have been added. That is what makes them considerate, that’s what makes them “a nice touch”. They don’t change the experience of the gameplay, but for those who have been accommodated for, the game has offered an additional level of “identity-comfort”. If you’re the kind of player who likes to play as “You” and these offerings help you to accomplish that, I’m happy to say you’ll get to play as You.

    What more can you want? You may be asking.

    Well, I want what I want. I want myself in this game. And you may now be asking “How could the developers possibly have included whatever niche identity you’re about to tell us about”

    Well, for a game that takes place in Mexico, which does an excellent job capturing so much of Mexican topography, ecology, city-planning, visual and musical culture, there aren’t many options if you’re a Mexican who wants to play as “You”.

    I want to be clear. I will be playing this game for the next few years, but I can’t help lament that in a game with so much vision, I can’t play as me.

    After much rumor of FH5 taking place in Mexico, the formal announcement of the location in Summer of 2021 blew me away. “They’re actually doing it!”, I thought, “They’re actually going to make a AAA game influenced by Mexico!”

    As a first-generation American of Mexican descent my first let down was not being able to find my name in the name selection. While they did bolster the selection of Latinx/Latin/Latin-America/Ibero-American names, mine wasn’t there. “No biggie” I thought to myself, “it’s never been in any other game, and at least your last name is there”.

    While my name is still in the naming calendar traditionally used by Catholic Mexicans, it is, admittedly odd and rare. So, I brushed it off. Knew I would feel a little sore, but moved along with the game.

    I played through the intro sequence and eventually came to the character customization I mentioned earlier. I took note of what I mentioned earlier (more POC, more inclusivity, etc.) but I realized of all the choices there was only one, possibly, Latino male to choose from.

    I need to emphasize, what let’s me down isn’t JUST that they didn’t offer this, it’s that they went above and beyond in every other metric and dropped the ball on a detail that would allow the cultural-subject of the game to play within their identity.

    I understand Playground Games is a UK based studio. I understood when I played FH4 and saw the demographic breakdown of the Driveatars “oh, this makes sense for a UK dev making a game that takes place in the UK.” I let it slide, but is it wrong that when they confirmed FH5 was going to be in Mexico I thought “I might actually see my name” “I might actually get to hear it from the GPS as I rip road” “I might actually get to see someone like me at the podium”, I don’t think that’s wrong.

    This may have been a longwinded way of saying “no mexicans in the drivatars” maybe simplicity would have been better, but my brain didn’t just say “no mexicans in the drivatars” My brain said “Wow, they did all this for their audience”, and then I sank into my chair when I realized the irony of how British it is of them to take the country but forget the people.

    Personally, I hope they can patch this in over the lifespan of the game. It’s a small detail that creates massive dissonance for some, and would be an easy fix.    … Expand
  78. Timberwolf82
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    One of the best Games i played this year
    The Look, the Sound the gameplay 10/10
  79. xDarki
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    10/10 El mejor juego de carros de la historia aunque les duela a los soplamandos
  80. Killdrek
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Incredible game, masterpiece! The best Race game! Graphics and Sound is unbelievable.
  81. jos_135
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Best game of the year! I love forza horizon 5 in all ways like the driving mechanics that are fantastic ! Better than forza horizon 4 , Also the great optimization for PC and the comatibility with XBOX ONE gen!, The graphics also are very detailed and fantastic! Also México as place is perfect,it has all the forza horizon game must have and more , that brings me to the map that isBest game of the year! I love forza horizon 5 in all ways like the driving mechanics that are fantastic ! Better than forza horizon 4 , Also the great optimization for PC and the comatibility with XBOX ONE gen!, The graphics also are very detailed and fantastic! Also México as place is perfect,it has all the forza horizon game must have and more , that brings me to the map that is absolutly amazing! the only wierd thing is the sandstorm its a bit wierd but im not gonna lie its very fun to drive on it. Must Play game if you like open world car games ! Amazing game… Expand
  82. Posthipster
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    One of the best racing games of all time, if not the best. Up there with Out Run and Wipeout 2097.
    Nothing can touch it. Microsoft 1st party studios are ON FIRE!
  83. lilstello
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Definitely capitalizes in the opportunities that Horizon 4 missed. Driving experience is a blast. The map size and event lists are much larger than previous games which is always a plus. Graphics are incredible on the Series X and as someone who uses photo mode every time I play.. it’s amazing.
  84. Antaresik
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Has so much potential but there are still things wrong with it like the servers but they will get fixed really good game
  85. jeffkezherdy
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    I understand the game looks like forza 4, but if forza 4 was awesome, give this game this same, both games are 10!!.
  86. OLOLOPISHIPISHi
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    I can say that I got a lot of pleasure from it. Excellent graphics, there are a lot of wheelbarrows to start the game, and there will be even more in the future. Physics is controversial, but I liked it both in standard mode and in simulation. Beautiful Mexico, especially at night (thanks to the graphics and those who modeled the world for this) But there is also an unpleasant thing: notI can say that I got a lot of pleasure from it. Excellent graphics, there are a lot of wheelbarrows to start the game, and there will be even more in the future. Physics is controversial, but I liked it both in standard mode and in simulation. Beautiful Mexico, especially at night (thanks to the graphics and those who modeled the world for this) But there is also an unpleasant thing: not ready-made servers and why constant departures from the network, problems with the steering wheel (it may or may not work, and if it does, then with problems) I was personally lucky. But I hope that the problems will be fixed quickly. But even with the minuses, I still can't put everything below 10, for me the horizon series is my favorite arcade racing series and 5 is all exactly great.… Expand
  87. Alexpro0120
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Forza Horizon 5 takes the Horizon franchise to another level giving voice to your character, name and improve the mechanics, graphics and story in contrasts to the another titles, definitely the best game of Xbox Series X and a solid candidate to the GOTY 2021
  88. Matocha
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Absolutely AMAZING and beautitiul game! Excellent game modes and really fun to play. Mexico is the perfect environment for the series and the car selection is incredible and the best part is that is on day one on gamepass! Will be buying the add on premium bundle to get the best out of it!
  89. SnowPatton
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Desde que uno inicia el juego es una belleza, un tutorial el cual te envuelve. Una vez ya en mapa puedes hacer lo quieras, seguir la historia, te regalan varios coches, etc...Es una sensación increíble. Fuerte GOTY este año. Se viene. Gigante Xbox y Playground Games!
  90. ResidentGamer0
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    The best forza game to date. Step up for Playground Games. Well done team! It was well worth the wait
  91. SkayNexx
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Absolutamente magnífico no Xbox One X, mal posso imaginar o quão mais incrível deve ser no Series X no modo gráfico. Além do visual deslumbrante dos cenários, as missões são muito boas e a trilha sonora é excelente.
  92. OwlDeer
    Nov 9, 2021
    9
    A few minor bugs need patched but other than that its almost perfect for casual play. I can't wait to spend a ton of time on this map and eagerly await the DLC. If you're super competitive maybe wait a week and give them time to iron out the network connection bug, it could negatively affect you more than me who usually just plays casually and cooperatively - the connection drop will stopA few minor bugs need patched but other than that its almost perfect for casual play. I can't wait to spend a ton of time on this map and eagerly await the DLC. If you're super competitive maybe wait a week and give them time to iron out the network connection bug, it could negatively affect you more than me who usually just plays casually and cooperatively - the connection drop will stop you dead in your tracks… Expand
  93. 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
  94. achimjj
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece ! Wonderful game , 3 million players in first week speaks for itself.
  95. Davo5
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Amazing
  96. trifuerzagames
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Simplemente increíble, un apartado técnico y grafico de locos que exprime al máximo los gráficos en esta nueva generación, notable trabajo
  97. The_G_Man
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    This Forza game is spectacular just like the rest. They nailed everything they needed to, listened to feedback, and made a spectacular product.

    The map is incredibly dynamic and has every location/ terrain needed. Better than Fh4. Equal to or better than FH3 (need more time) Weather feels way less forced and way more natural. The story is more coherent than FH4 which was in my opinion    This Forza game is spectacular just like the rest. They nailed everything they needed to, listened to feedback, and made a spectacular product.

    The map is incredibly dynamic and has every location/ terrain needed. Better than Fh4. Equal to or better than FH3 (need more time)

    Weather feels way less forced and way more natural. The story is more coherent than FH4 which was in my opinion one of its low points (still great). It goes back to the Festival upgrade formula. But you progress through category specific showcases and the usual racing. The sounds were another low point in FH4 and they fixed it perfectly here. Everything sounds natural and real.

    The UI is great and refreshing. Ray tracing is great.

    There are lots of details in the story that are actually real stories that Playground games had to dig for. And it just makes it feel more like your in Mexico. Only big problem is it crashed my pc in the beginning(fix has been found) And at ultra settings there are some graphics issues in the distance (fix in the works). Actually any minor bug I came across was already documented and a fix is in the works. (Early Access)    … Expand
  98. Konathewolf7
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Do i need to say anything else? , Must i explain how good this game is? please buy it for yourself its the best money you will spend.
  99. Centuri
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Hablaré por primera vez en Metacritic dando una opinión constructiva del juego centrándome únicamente en versiones next gen y pc. Gráficos: Son un deleite visual a la hora de jugar, poder contemplar el entorno natural de México y su cultura. Ir explorando la Riviera Maya a tu paso y llegar a la Selva es una experiencia única e inolvidable. 10/10

    Optimización: El juego realmente está muy    Hablaré por primera vez en Metacritic dando una opinión constructiva del juego centrándome únicamente en versiones next gen y pc. Gráficos: Son un deleite visual a la hora de jugar, poder contemplar el entorno natural de México y su cultura. Ir explorando la Riviera Maya a tu paso y llegar a la Selva es una experiencia única e inolvidable. 10/10

    Optimización: El juego realmente está muy bien optimizado, Playgraund Game se tomó en serio su trabajo dando lo mejor de lo mejor para los jugadores. 10/10

    Jugabilidad: El juego en ocasiones se siento un poco tosco a la hora de jugar en algunos vehículos dando la sensación que los carros inferiores son un poco inservibles. En otra parte cuando el juego automáticamente te cambia de sesión te frena tus vehículos siendo esto un bug del juego pero nada que un parche pueda solucionar. 9/10    … Expand
  100. bcrytheguy
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Hands down the best racing game I’ve ever played. The quality of this game is leaps and bounds beyond anything I’ve played and seen. This deserves SERIOUS GOTY consideration.
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  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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