Forza Horizon 5
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Where to find the Festival Loop speed zone in Forza Horizon 6This guide explains how to find and achieve three-star completion for the Festival Loop speed zone in Forza Horizon 6, a challenge for the Theory of Evolution event. It recommends upgrading the 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI GSR TM to S1 class and provides a tuning share code for optimal performance on the dirt and snow track.
Forza Horizon 6 Festival Playlist Challenges Guide – Series 2 WinterThis guide details the challenges and rewards for Series 2 Winter in Forza Horizon 6's Festival Playlist. Players can earn points by completing various events to unlock cars like the 2006 Dodge Ram SRT-10 and 2003 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning, with the ultimate rewards being the 1993 Porsche 911 Turbo S Leichtbau and 2018 Lotus Exige Cup 430. The guide also offers car recommendations and tune codes for specific challenges.
Where to find the Sotoyama region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6This guide details how to find the Sotoyama region Treasure Hunt chest in Forza Horizon 6 during the Winter season. Players are directed to a small wooden hut in the snowy northern hills, near the Alpine Heights danger sign, to locate and smash the chest for rewards.
My Two Weeks Back in Dead by Daylight in 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesA returning player details their two-week experience with Dead by Daylight in 2026, noting the game's continued growth and familiar yet exciting content. Despite overwhelming additions and a steep learning curve for both new and returning players due to intense matchmaking, the game remains a thriving 4v1 horror experience with a healthy community and well-maintained by Behaviour Interactive.
Top 10 best video games of 2026 – from 007 First Light to Resident Evil RequiemThis article ranks the top 10 video games released in the first half of 2026, highlighting titles like 007 First Light, Pokémon Pokopia, and Resident Evil Requiem. The list excludes remasters, remakes, yearly sequels, expansions, and early access titles, focusing on original new releases across various platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC.
The Best Xbox And Game Pass Games Of 2026 So Far – The Must-Plays From January To JuneThe first half of 2026 has been a strong period for Xbox and Game Pass, featuring a diverse range of critically acclaimed titles. Highlights include the horror game REANIMAL, the reinvented Resident Evil Requiem, the unique word-based roguelike Beyond Words, and the highly anticipated Hades II. Other standout releases include TerraTech Legion, Dungeon Clawler, Forza Horizon 6, and the new James Bond title 007 First Light, many of which launched day one on Game Pass.
Steam Week in Review: Steam sales are the best time to hoard dozens of forgotten '90s PC gaming odditiesThe Steam Summer Sale offers deep discounts on major titles, but also presents an opportunity to explore forgotten '90s PC gaming oddities. The article highlights obscure FMV racers, cyberpunk adventures, and rail shooters, suggesting that even browsing trailers and screenshots can be a fascinating dive into video game history. It also notes the ongoing popularity of games like Cyberpunk 2077 and PUBG: Battlegrounds during the sale period.
PlayStation hardware sales fall to their lowest May total since 2000 | US Monthly ChartsPlayStation 5 unit sales in the US saw a significant 58% year-on-year drop in May, reaching their lowest point since 2000, following a price increase. Xbox unit sales also hit a record low for May. Despite this, overall US hardware spending rose 38% due to strong Nintendo Switch 2 performance, and total US video game spending increased by 3%.
PlayStation and Xbox console sales hit record lows in US amid price hikesUS console sales for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S have reached record lows in May, attributed to significant price increases. While overall hardware spending grew due to the Nintendo Switch's strong performance, the average price paid for consoles has risen substantially. This trend is expected to continue until major releases like Grand Theft Auto 6 in November.
Looks like there's no firm favourite for 2026's GOTY just yet, though there are two standoutsAs 2026 progresses, the race for Game of the Year is still wide open, with no clear frontrunner among players. Resident Evil Requiem and Crimson Desert are currently the top two contenders based on a reader poll, though many participants felt none of the provided options were their definitive choice. The article highlights various other games receiving votes, including 007 First Light, Slay the Spire 2, and Marathon.
10 great games to grab during the Steam Summer Sale 2026The Steam Summer Sale 2026 offers significant discounts on a variety of PC games until July 9th. Notable deals include Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth at 60% off, Dave the Diver at 50% off, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt at 90% off. The sale features a mix of genres and includes titles like Blasphemous 2, Robocop: Rogue City, and Hotline Miami.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for May 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book cracks the top 10Circana has released the top-selling video game list for the U.S. in May 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains a top seller at #5, while the new release Yoshi and the Mysterious Book debuted at #8. Other notable entries include 007 First Light, Forza Horizon 6, and Crimson Desert.
How to find Forza Horizon 6 Sky LanternsThis guide explains how to find the Sky Lanterns in Forza Horizon 6 for a Photography challenge. They appear at night during the Autumn season near the stadium, or can be found using custom EventLab challenges by searching for 'sky lantern'.
Forza Horizon 6 Festival Playlist Challenges Guide – Series 2 AutumnThis guide details the Series 2 Autumn Festival Playlist challenges for Forza Horizon 6, running from June 25th to July 2nd, 2026. It provides tips, recommended cars, and share codes for completing various events to earn Playlist Points and unlock rewards like the 1998 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 and 1993 Schuppan 962CR. The article also highlights the easiest challenges to prioritize for quick point accumulation.
007 First Light Tops US Sales Charts For May 2026, Hits Fourth Place for Overall 2026 SalesIn May 2026, 007 First Light topped the US video game sales charts, followed by Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Resident Evil Requiem remains the best-selling game of 2026 year-to-date, with 007 First Light in fourth place. Total video game spending in the US for May 2026 reached $4.2 billion, a 3% increase over the previous year, with consoles showing a significant 25% rise in spending, despite a decline in hardware unit sales for both PlayStation and Xbox.
May 2026 US Console Sales Marked The Worst May Ever for Xbox, Worst May for PlayStation Since 2000May 2026 saw the worst US hardware sales for Xbox and the worst May since 2000 for PlayStation, attributed to significant price increases across consoles. While Xbox unit sales declined, revenue grew due to higher prices, whereas PlayStation experienced drops in both units sold and revenue. Nintendo's Switch 2 continued to sell well, though future price hikes may pose a challenge. In software, IO Interactive's 007 First Light topped the charts, followed by Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.
How to smash Bamboo in Forza Horizon 6This guide details how to quickly complete the Bamboo Bash challenge in Forza Horizon 6's Autumn season. Players can find a dense bamboo forest in the Arashiyama Run Speed Zone, allowing them to smash through the required 30 bamboo plants in under a minute. Completing this challenge rewards players with Festival Playlist points and a Super Wheelspin.
How to find Temple of Nachi Falls in Forza Horizon 6 for the Temple of Zoom challengeThis guide explains how to find the Temple of Nachi Falls in Forza Horizon 6, located on the western edge of the Takashiro region. Players need to photograph a Ford from the 1980s at this location to complete the 'Temple of Zoom' daily challenge for the summer season.
Where to find bamboo in Forza Horizon 6This guide details the best locations to find bamboo in Forza Horizon 6 for the Autumn season's Bamboo Bash challenge. The primary spot is the bamboo forest near the Arashiyama Run speed zone, offering ample bamboo to crash into for quick completion. An alternative, though less dense, location is also provided near Ohtani.- These Are The XBOX Game Pass Games Everyone’s Playing Right NowXbox Game Pass offers a diverse library of popular games across various genres, including racing, horror, survival, and RPGs. Titles like Forza Horizon 6, Escape The Backrooms, Mixtape, Subnautica 2, and Echo Generation 2 are highlighted as current player favorites. The service's flexibility allows players to switch between different experiences on Xbox, PC, and via cloud gaming, making it an appealing option for discovering new games.