Forza Horizon 5
News, coverage and analysis tracking Forza Horizon 5 across the outlets.
Latest coverage
What happens after GTA 6?
The article argues that the era of the Western blockbuster game, heavily reliant on pushing graphical fidelity and realism, is ending, with Grand Theft Auto 6 potentially being the last of its kind. It suggests that while GTA 6 will be a massive success, its focus on hyper-realism may not resonate as strongly with players as it once did, especially as hardware costs rise and other games find success through unique art styles and gameplay innovation. The author posits that future game development may shift towards more diverse and complex experiences rather than an endless pursuit of graphical realism.
Available for XBOX Insiders: More Control Over Captures, Saves, and Wishlists
Xbox Insiders can now test new updates that enhance gameplay capture, including chat audio inclusion, and improve achievement sorting. The program also introduces greater control over cloud saves, with Forza Horizon 6 being the first supported title, and expands wishlists to accommodate up to 1,000 games.
Street Fighter 6 Year 4 Begins: Yasmine Now Available — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom has launched Year 4 of Street Fighter 6 content with the addition of Yasmine, the first Filipino character in the franchise. This update also includes new content for Avatar Arcade and Battle Tour modes, balance adjustments, and a limited-time collaboration event with the Onimusha series. Three more DLC characters are planned for release throughout 2026 and early 2027.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve to be Among Bandai Namco’s Games Playable at TGS 2026
Bandai Namco Entertainment will feature Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve as a playable demo at Tokyo Game Show 2026, alongside other titles like Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 and One Piece: Grand Gourmet. The event, celebrating its 30th anniversary, will run for five days from September 17th to 21st, aiming to host an increased number of exhibitors and attendees.
PlayStation and Xbox's most played games are, once again, exactly what you expect them to be
Analyst Mat Piscatella revealed that the most played games on PlayStation and Xbox remain dominated by long-running live service titles and annual sports games, with minimal changes year-over-year. Fortnite leads both platforms, followed by a familiar lineup including Roblox, Call of Duty, and Grand Theft Auto 5, with minor variations between the console ecosystems.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni Review
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni headset is a premium offering that delivers outstanding comfort, superb audio performance, and versatile connectivity across multiple gaming platforms including Xbox Series X and ASUS ROG Ally. Despite its high price point of £350, its features, including AI noise rejection, Hi-Res Wireless audio, and a flexible GameHub control unit, make it a compelling choice for those seeking a top-tier gaming audio experience.
Xbox Could Potentially Have a “Window” to Leave Steam – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Microsoft, under Xbox's new strategy, might be planning to exit Steam for its PC releases. While Jez Corden of Windows Central reported that Microsoft has plans which could allow them to leave Steam, he also expressed doubt due to the significant revenue involved. This speculation follows recent Xbox console exclusive announcements and price hikes.
Steam gamers have spoken: innovative indies like Palworld continue to thrive while traditional triple-A flounders for a foothold
PC gaming on Steam in 2026 shows a strong trend of innovative indie titles like Palworld thriving, while traditional AAA games struggle to gain traction. Despite industry layoffs, unique projects from smaller teams are resonating with players, contrasting with the performance of recent AAA releases such as Halo: Campaign Evolved and Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced.
Why does nobody like racing video games anymore? - Reader's Feature
A reader explores the decline of the racing game genre, noting the shift from popular arcade titles like Need For Speed and Burnout to more niche simulators. While Forza Horizon remains a success, the author questions why the genre has lost mainstream appeal, suggesting it may be overshadowed by open-world games or a general lack of innovation.
How to complete the Forza Horizon 6 Hirosaki Castle photo challenge
This guide explains how to complete the Hirosaki Castle photo challenge in Forza Horizon 6 for the Italian Exotics Festival Playlist Series. Players need to drive a Classic Sports Car and take a photo with the castle, located in the eastern Takshiro Region, north of Soni Circuit. Completing the challenge rewards players with two Festival Playlist points and a White Suit for their Drivatar.
How to find the Forza Horizon 6 winter Treasure Hunt in Hokubu
This guide details the location of the Forza Horizon 6 winter Treasure Hunt in the Hokubu region, specifically within the Shikisai-No-Aka flower fields. Players can find the treasure chest in a car park near a small garage building, offering 100,000 Credits upon destruction. The challenge is part of the limited-time winter Festival Playlist and must be completed before August 6.
Forza Horizon 6 Festival Playlist Challenges Guide – Series 3 Winter
This guide details the Festival Playlist Challenges for Series 3 Winter in Forza Horizon 6, which runs from July 30th to August 6th, 2026. It outlines the various events, point rewards, and specific cars needed to unlock seasonal rewards like the 1982 Lancia 037 Stradale and 2020 Ferrari Roma. The guide also offers tips for quickly earning Playlist Points by prioritizing challenges like the Photo Challenge and Treasure Hunt.
XBOX App Available on Hisense and VIDAA OS-powered TVs
Microsoft has expanded the availability of the Xbox app to Hisense and VIDAA OS-powered smart TVs. This allows Xbox Game Pass subscribers to stream a library of games directly to their televisions, provided they have a compatible TV and controller. The rollout is gradual, with availability expanding over time.
Where to find Hirosaki Castle in Forza Horizon 6
This guide explains how to find Hirosaki Castle in Forza Horizon 6, located in the northeast of the Takashiro region. Players need to photograph a classic sports car outside the castle to complete a specific challenge, earning Festival Playlist points and a clothing item.
Where to find the Hokubu region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6
This guide details the location of the Hokubu region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6's Series 3 winter season. Players need to find a wooden house next to a snow-covered road near Shikisai-no-Oka. Crashing into the treasure chest rewards players with Festival Playlist points, XP, and in-game credits.
Xbox lost $1,700,00000 this year but execs think all will be fine by June 2027
Microsoft's Xbox division reported a 7% decrease in revenue for fiscal year 2026, amounting to $1.7 billion, with console hardware sales down 29%. Despite these figures, executives Asha Sharma and Satya Nadella expressed confidence that the business will return to growth by fiscal year 2027, citing upcoming exclusive titles and investments in player value.
200 million new Xbox players weren't enough to offset falling revenue in its latest fiscal year, CEO says: "We…
Despite attracting over 200 million new players to Xbox and its games in fiscal year 2026, Microsoft's gaming division experienced a decline in revenue. CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged the gap between audience growth and business performance, stating that investments in player value are expected to drive growth by the end of fiscal year 2027. The company also underwent significant restructuring, including layoffs and spinning out several first-party studios.
Xbox Announces Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Minecraft Dungeons 2 and More for Gamescom
Xbox has announced a lineup of games that will be playable and showcased at Gamescom 2024, including Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, and Minecraft Dungeons 2. Attendees can experience titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer and the campaign for Gears of War: E-Day. Xbox will also host live broadcasts featuring interviews, gameplay reveals, and trailers.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Peaks at 25,376 Players as the Series’ Weakest Steam Launch Yet
Halo: Campaign Evolved experienced a significantly weaker launch on Steam compared to previous entries like Halo Infinite and Halo: The Master Chief Collection, peaking at 25,376 concurrent players. Despite a mixed reception from users, the game was found to be enjoyable on PlayStation 5, with its performance on the PS5 Pro version being competitive with PC.
XBOX @ gamescom 2026
Xbox will host its presence at gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany, celebrating 25 years of Xbox with 25 upcoming games playable across 140 stations. The event will feature hands-on demos for titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Gears of War: E-Day, and METRO 2039, alongside community events like Xbox FanFest. For those unable to attend, Xbox will provide live streams on YouTube and Twitch with developer interviews and gameplay reveals.
