Forza Horizon 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Forza Horizon 2 across the outlets.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements, including Resident Evil: Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, and a new Cuphead game. Fumito Ueda's GenAtlas, a new Mortal Shell sequel, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin were also revealed. The event also featured updates and release dates for titles like Stranger Than Heaven, Palworld, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, with a surprise appearance by Tifa in Street Fighter 6.
Games Inbox: Will God Of War Laufey be a good game?Readers express mixed feelings about the upcoming God of War Laufey, with some preferring Santa Monica Studio to create a new IP. The article also touches on the crowded September release schedule and the perceived lack of surprise in recent State of Play presentations.
Former Forza Horizon creative director reveals his studio's debut racer, which is still alive despite losing Amazon…Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has officially revealed its debut racing game, Clutch. Despite losing its publishing deal with Amazon, the studio plans to showcase a full trailer during the Summer Game Fest on June 5. The game focuses on the love of driving and features sibling racing prodigies competing in the R1K series, with an open-world component and upgradeable cars.
Debut Title From Former Forza Horizon Developers Sounds A Lot Like Forza Horizon, But With More FamilyMaverick Games, founded by veterans of the Forza Horizon series, has revealed its debut title, Clutch. This open-world, narrative-driven racing game features sibling racers competing in a prestigious series that also serves as a front for underground racing. The game is set to release in spring 2027, with a trailer expected at Summer Game Fest.
Former Forza Horizon Devs Announce Clutch, A “cinematic open-world action-driving game.”Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon developers, has announced its debut title, Clutch, a cinematic open-world action-driving game set for a 2027 release. The game will feature a strong narrative focus, extensive car customization, and detailed car damage modeling. The studio aims to offer a fresher take on the genre, differentiating itself from the Forza series.- Forza Horizon and Need for Speed Meet in Maverick Games’ Debut Driving ProjectMaverick Games has revealed its debut AAA title, Clutch, an open-world action-driving game. The project draws inspiration from established franchises like Forza Horizon and Need for Speed.
AMD announce global rollout of the RX 9070 GRE, which is slower than the standard model for the same original MSRPAMD has announced the global release of the RX 9070 GRE, a less powerful version of the RX 9070 previously exclusive to China. The GRE model will be available starting June 2nd for an MSRP of $549, despite offering lower specifications than the standard RX 9070. This move is attributed to the ongoing memory crisis in the hardware market.
Interview: nixstah discusses Forza Horizon 6's Los Angeles pop-up event — MP3s & NPCsStreamer nixstah discusses their history with the Forza Horizon series and their excitement for the upcoming Forza Horizon 6 pop-up event at Westfield Century City. They compare the multiplayer stress of Forza Horizon to Call of Duty and offer advice for aspiring Twitch streamers.
SimRacing Expo's first-ever US event proves driving sims have finally hit the American mainstreamThe first US-based SimRacing Expo in Charlotte, NC, saw thousands of enthusiasts gather, signaling a mainstream breakthrough for sim racing. The event featured numerous hardware and software vendors, highlighting the industry's growth from a niche hobby to a more accessible pastime, boosted by factors like increased Formula 1 interest and pandemic-driven adoption by professional drivers.- Trots hyllningarna – Forza Horizon måste våga merDespite critical acclaim and commercial success, Forza Horizon 6 is criticized for relying too heavily on its established formula, drawing parallels to repetitive franchises like Call of Duty and Assassin's Creed. The article urges developer Playground Games to take more risks and innovate to avoid player fatigue, even as the game achieves record-breaking player numbers for Xbox.
- Test Drive 3 - bilspelet som öppnade en hel världTest Drive 3: The Passion, released in 1990, is highlighted as a pioneering title that introduced the concept of an open world to the racing genre, years before it became a common feature. Despite its early 3D graphics and limited car selection, the game offered unprecedented freedom and immersion with its dynamic environments and police chases. While it didn't immediately spark a revolution, its legacy is seen in modern open-world racing games like Forza Horizon.
Xbox Fans Flock to Online Suggestions Box to Tell Microsoft to Keep Games Off PS5Xbox fans are urging Microsoft to bring back game exclusives, with the top suggestion on a new community feedback portal being a demand to keep titles like Halo and Fable off PlayStation 5. While Microsoft has stated it is re-evaluating its approach to exclusivity, the article notes the company's significant investment in multi-platform publishers and its subscription service, placing it in a difficult position regarding fan desires versus business strategy.
The Best Forza Games RankedThis article ranks all the Forza games from worst to best, starting with Forza Street and ending with Forza Horizon 5. The ranking considers various factors including gameplay, graphics, car selection, and overall impact on the franchise. Forza Horizon 5 is praised for its Mexican setting and current-gen performance, while Forza Motorsport 3 is highlighted as a benchmark for balancing difficulty and accessibility in racing simulators.
Forza Horizon 6 Proves Xbox Still Has One Franchise No One Can TouchForza Horizon 6 continues the franchise's streak of critical acclaim, earning high Metascores and praise for its visuals, gameplay, and open-world design in Japan. This consistent excellence stands in contrast to the struggles of other Xbox franchises like Halo and Gears of War. Playground Games' ability to deliver on fan expectations and maintain quality is highlighted as the key to Forza Horizon's enduring success.
Games Inbox: Will Nintendo make more cross-gen Switch games?Readers discuss Nintendo's potential strategy of releasing more cross-gen games for the Nintendo Switch, with some expressing concern over the quality of recent Switch-only titles. Other topics include the story modes in Mortal Kombat 1, the influence of console exclusives, and the changing gaming preferences of older players.
Xbox can never go back to exclusives and Halo on PS5 is the proof of thatThe article argues that Xbox can no longer return to a strategy of dedicated console exclusives, citing the upcoming PlayStation 5 release of Halo: Combat Evolved as proof. Despite some internal discussions about re-evaluating exclusivity, the author believes that Microsoft's financial realities and the need to reach a wider audience make a multiplatform approach inevitable for major franchises.
Forza Horizon 6 review -14 years later, Playground Games finally comes good on the series' original promiseForza Horizon 6 refines the series' formula with a stunning Japanese setting and a wealth of activities, building upon 14 years of development by Playground Games. The game successfully balances structured progression with player freedom, offering a clean and engrossing open-world racing experience that finally delivers on the original game's promise. While not reinventing the wheel, it masterfully reworks previous entries, making it the most polished and engaging installment yet.
Forza Horizon 6 May Finally Fix What’s Been Holding the Series BackForza Horizon 6 aims to address a long-standing issue in the series by overhauling its progression systems to make player achievements feel more earned. Unlike previous installments that offered immediate rewards and a sense of already being a legend, Forza Horizon 6 will start players as outsiders in Japan, requiring them to earn their place through structured qualifiers and a new 'Wristband' system. This approach, along with other changes like car restrictions and a dedicated endgame area, seeks to add meaningful weight to player progress and mastery, a problem the author notes is prevalent across the racing genre.
Every Forza Horizon Game Ranked: From Colorado to Mexico and BeyondThis article ranks all Forza Horizon games from best to worst, with Forza Horizon 4 taking the top spot. The author praises Forza Horizon 4 for its seasonal mechanics, community focus, and cohesive design, while placing Forza Horizon 5 last due to its shift towards PR stunts and lack of a compelling narrative. The ranking considers gameplay, narrative, and visual design across the series.