Forza Horizon 5
News, coverage and analysis tracking Forza Horizon 5 across the outlets.
The Sunday PapersThis article rounds up recent gaming news and previews, including early access impressions of Subnautica 2 and a review of Forza Horizon 6 that notes a focus on off-roading over street racing. It also discusses the atmospheric world design of FromSoftware titles like Elden Ring.
Forza Horizon 6 has its own community villain in the form of a driver who's griefing everyone across JapanA player known as bowieknife99 has become a notorious "villain" in Forza Horizon 6, griefing other players and manipulating races across Japan. This player's disruptive behavior has become so widespread that they have achieved internet myth status within the game's community, with viral clips showcasing their antics.
Forza Horizon 6 Team Looking Into Drivatar AI Balance, AMD GPU Frame Rate Issues, and MorePlayground Games is addressing player feedback for Forza Horizon 6, investigating Drivatar AI balance issues and performance problems affecting AMD GPUs on PC. The team has already released a hotfix for Invalid Loading errors and is working on a solution for audio crackling. Post-launch content includes the "Welcome to Japan" Festival Playlist and the upcoming Italian Passion Car Pack.- How to create a convoy in Forza Horizon 6 and play with friendsThis guide explains how to create a convoy in Forza Horizon 6 to play with friends. It details the steps necessary to set up a group for cooperative multiplayer sessions within the game.
- Spelhelgen lovar demonslakt i rygglägeSeveral journalists share their gaming plans for the weekend, featuring a mix of genres including racing, superhero titles, RPGs, and live service games. Titles mentioned include Forza Horizon 6, Overwatch, Diablo 4, One Piece: Odyssey, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, with some players utilizing the Steam Deck for portable play.
- WRUP: The context of this entry is Guillaume editionThis week's 'What Are You Playing' roundup features staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Star Wars Galaxies Legends, The Division 2, Forza Horizon 6, Final Fantasy XIV, and Age of Empires IV, among others. The discussion also includes a bonus question about the definition of a 'quick errand'.
- How to unlock the Legend Island in Forza Horizon 6This article provides a guide on how to unlock Legend Island in Forza Horizon 6. It details the steps necessary to access this in-game location.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.- How to complete Gazoo Racer challenge in Forza Horizon 6This guide explains how to complete the Gazoo Racer challenge within Forza Horizon 6. The article focuses on providing instructions for players to successfully navigate and finish this specific in-game event.
Forza Horizon 6 gives a glimpse at what Xbox should’ve been - Reader's FeatureA reader's feature discusses how Forza Horizon 6, despite its critical and commercial success, highlights Xbox's struggles in the console market. The author argues that while the game is excellent, its multi-platform availability prevents it from being the system seller Xbox desperately needs, contrasting it with past console-defining exclusives.- This Xbox Series X Bundle Includes Forza Horizon 6 And A Controller For FreeBest Buy is offering an Xbox Series X bundle that includes Forza Horizon 6 and a controller for $648, saving customers over $160. The bundle provides a powerful console and a highly anticipated racing game, with the controller and game effectively being included for free due to the console's retail price.
Forza Horizon 6 sells 4.9 million copies despite Xbox Game Pass "cannibalizing" revenue, says analystForza Horizon 6 has achieved 4.9 million in sales since its launch, generating $325 million, with a significant portion sold through the Xbox storefront and Game Pass. Analyst Rhys Elliott notes that while Game Pass is cannibalizing direct sales, Microsoft may be banking on subscription lifetime value, though subscription growth is stagnating.- 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.
- Save 48% Off the Logitech G29/G920 Racing Wheel With Driving Force Shifter, Perfect for Forza Horizon 6A 48% discount is available on the Logitech G29/G920 Racing Wheel and Driving Force Shifter bundle, making it an ideal accessory for racing games like Forza Horizon 6. This deal offers significant savings on a popular gaming peripheral.
How to find a Stunt Party event in Forza Horizon 6This guide explains how to find and participate in Stunt Party events in Forza Horizon 6, which are required for the 'Welcome to the Party, Pal!' Festival Playlist challenge. These events appear as pink circles on the map, typically at the top of the hour, and involve completing various mini-game activities with other players.
Best Forza Horizon 6 cars for different race typesThis guide provides recommendations for the best cars in Forza Horizon 6, categorized by their suitability for various race types like road races, dirt races, and drift zones. It highlights 14 versatile vehicles that perform well across different activities and PR stunts within the game.
Early Forza Horizon 6 Sales Are Looking Good As It Nears 5 Million Copies SoldForza Horizon 6 has achieved nearly 5 million copies sold and generated approximately $325 million in gross revenue within its first week of release. Xbox accounted for 2.1 million of these sales, with an additional 3 million players accessing the game via Game Pass. The title is currently the 4th best-selling game of the year so far.
How to earn Speed Skills in Forza Horizon 6This guide explains how to earn Speed Skills in Forza Horizon 6, a requirement for several Festival Playlist challenges. It details the different tiers of Speed Skills and provides specific strategies for completing the 'Floor It!' and 'Gazoo Racer' tasks, including car recommendations and optimal race conditions.
While You Wait for Forza Horizon 6, Try One of PS5's Most Unique Racing Games with Free Playable DemoA playable demo for the unique arcade racing game Screamer is now available on PlayStation 5. The game, developed by Milestone, combines anime-inspired storytelling with aggressive, boost-driven combat mechanics. The demo allows players to experience the early events of the single-player tournament.
Where to find the Hakone Nanamagari touge race in Forza Horizon 6, and my tips to win itThis guide explains how to find and win the Hakone Nanamagari touge race in Forza Horizon 6 using the 2022 Toyota GR86. It provides tips on car tuning, difficulty adjustment, and race strategy to help players complete the challenge and earn Festival Playlist points.