What changed in Forza Horizon 5 in 2021

Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented players from joining another player’s server when initiating a Convoy.

Fixed an issue where civilian traffic was not present in Horizon Life.

Addressed the root cause of the soft lock issue affecting Xbox Series X|S players when saving data.

Enhanced server bandwidth to improve multiplayer game modes like The Eliminator.

Resolved an issue causing some players to become invisible to others in Convoys.

Players can gift items to each other, unlocking rewards for everyone. Gifts can be sent weekly and on special holidays.

Four new cars will be delivered weekly to Car Pass owners throughout the holiday season.

The latest update includes fixes for issues highlighted in the recent community update.

Series 2 introduces several new cars including the 2019 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ and 2010 Ferrari 599 GTO.

New exclusive cars, holiday-themed horns, and clothing items will unlock over the next four weeks.

The open world of Mexico is decorated for the holiday season with smashable snowmen, present collectibles, and festive decorations.

Identifying and addressing issues with invisible players and challenges in The Eliminator.

Sending all players 1,000 Forzathon Points alongside the next content update.

Addressing low player counts and disappearing players during Horizon Arcade events.

Working on improvements to prevent players from disappearing or not being pulled into Horizon Life servers with their Convoy.

Addressing bugs that cause erroneous lap times on Rivals leaderboards.

Introducing the ability to save and edit EventLab content post-creation.

Working on improvements to ensure Convoy leaders can matchmake with their Convoy.

Implementing measures to prevent cheating and game tampering in PR Stunts.

New races, objectives, and rewards will be introduced in the Festival Playlist with Series 1 Update.

Expect snowmen, presents, and other decorative surprises in December's Series 2 Update.

The Forza Horizon 5 Car Pass includes 42 cars released on a weekly cadence, starting with the Formula Drift Car Pack.

The first eight cars from the Formula Drift Car Pack are now available.

The remaining 34 cars will be delivered weekly, starting with the 2019 SUBARU STI S209 on Nov. 18.

Forza Horizon 5 is now playable on Xbox consoles, PC on Windows and Steam, and Xbox Game Pass.

The Expansions Bundle will include two game expansions with new locations, vehicles, and gameplay.

Performance specs for Xbox Series X, Series S, and One models detailed.

The Welcome Pack includes five special pre-tuned cars and a gifted player house.

Early access for Forza Horizon 5 starts on Nov. 5 for Premium Edition owners.

VIP Membership provides double credit rewards, weekly bonus Super Wheelspins, and exclusive items.

The Car Pass will deliver 42 new cars weekly, starting with 8 Formula Drift cars available immediately.

New interactive stories with racing and driving objectives, allowing players to replay chapters.

Curated selection of regional and global tracks across radio stations.

New car available in Series 1 starting Nov. 11.

Replaced percentage-based completion with a new points system and introduced new activities.

Showcased two new Horizon Stories: V10 and Born Fast.

New mode for content creators featuring original compositions and Hospital Records tracks.

More choices for clothing, accessories, and emotes for character customization.

Ability to turn audio sliders down to zero for specific audio content.

High-resolution smoke that interacts with tire temperature for more dynamic effects.

Tracks announced for Horizon Bass Arena including songs by deadmau5 and Whethan.

Tracks announced for Horizon XS including songs by Angelica Garcia and Foo Fighters.

Tracks announced for Horizon Pulse including songs by Centavrvs, Dua Lipa, and Gorillaz.

Tracks announced for Hospital Records including songs by Grafix and Metrik.

Introduction of diverse soundtrack featuring local Spanish language artists and global tracks.

Tracks announced for Radio Eterna including classical pieces by various orchestras.

Tracks announced for Horizon Block Party including songs by Beastie Boys and Lil Nas X.

53 achievements added for a total of 1,000 Gamerscore, including new campaign mode and photography challenges.

The game now supports 21:9 ultrawide displays for enhanced immersion.

Forza Horizon 5 introduces powerful graphical features for stunning realism across various PC hardware configurations.

Haptic feedback on the Xbox Wireless Controller is supported across all versions of Forza Horizon 5.

Minimum specifications for PC have been updated to ensure the best experience for all players.

Raytracing technology enhances realism with true-to-life reflections in Forzavista mode.

Players can create and gift Barn Finds to others, enhancing community interaction.

Accolades are a new progression mechanic that includes thousands of challenges across various gameplay categories.

A new screen that tracks vehicles acquired from manufacturers and offers exclusive rewards.

New outposts include Horizon Apex, Horizon Wilds, Horizon Baja, and others, each with unique specialties.

VIP Pass includes exclusive clothing, emotes, and a car horn, along with other benefits.

Set-piece gameplay sequences that introduce players to new areas of Mexico and optional side objectives.

A new tropical circuit race event available for players.

New server model allows players to connect with everyone at once, enhancing the multiplayer experience.

Kudos acts as a social currency earned by helping other players within the community.

Enhancements to handling and force-feedback for a more connected driving experience.

The car roster now includes a total of 518 cars available to all players, with an additional 16 cars for Premium Edition owners.

Includes the 2020 Ford Super Duty F-450 DRW Premium, 1991 Jaguar Sport XJR-15, and 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S.

For the first time, raytracing is introduced in Forzavista on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.

Players can track acquired vehicles per manufacturer and unlock special rewards.

Players can expand their garage with new cars and rewards every week by completing seasonal content.

The game will support cross-play between Xbox and PC users.

Unveiling of the Forza Horizon 5 Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller with unique design and digital goodies.

The paint and vinyl system has been reworked for ease-of-use, with increased resolution on Xbox Series X|S.

The multiplayer mode is now called Horizon Open, featuring Racing, Games, Drift, and The Eliminator.

New cars making their debut include the 2021 Ford Bronco, 2020 Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingray, and others.

The first Showcase event features the 1994 Hoonigan Ford Escort RS Cosworth WRC racing against a Horizon Cargo Plane.

A new off-road circuit race event called Mulegé Town Scramble takes players through the town of Mulegé.

Seasons will reflect the climate of Mexico, with unique seasonal names and characteristics.

Players can toggle sim-damage for a more authentic experience, similar to Forza Horizon 4.

A special gift of a 2014 VW Golf R with a unique livery inspired by Mexican mural art is available.

The game features original music compositions tailored for specific gameplay experiences.

The game features the most extensive tunnel network in the franchise, approximately 2km in length.

The 2020 Toyota GR Supra will be featured as one of the initial starter vehicles available to drive right away.

The Ford Bronco Badlands is designed for off-road experiences across Mexico's terrain.

The Porsche 911 Desert Flyer is showcased driving through jungle environments.

An eight-minute gameplay segment featuring various vehicles and environments was revealed.

The Mercedes-AMG ONE features Formula 1 hybrid technology and reaches speeds over 350 km/h.

A new limited edition controller with unique design and in-game digital goodies announced.

The map is now 50% larger than in Forza Horizon 4, allowing for more off-roading and road racing.

The Eliminator circle is larger than before and can occur on any part of the map.

Players can now access more than 500 new engine swaps for customization.

Players can hear changes in the engine sound as they customize their cars.

Forza LINK replaces Quick Chat and provides contextual options for communication.

Introduction of diverse biomes including swamps, jungles, and a volcano with unique features.

Elements of Mexico’s car culture will be incorporated, details to be shared later.

The Mexico map features corner-to-corner highways for cruising.

Features winding streets and an underground aqueduct system.

Weather changes return with local effects like sandstorms, blizzards, and tropical storms.

Unveiled a first look at Forza Horizon 5 during the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase.

Unique skies captured for each season and weather pattern.

Over 100 new rims, 100 new visual upgrade parts, and thousands of new performance upgrade parts.

New engine sounds to be covered in future episodes.

Animals like flamingoes, wild dogs, donkeys, and goats will be present.

Barn Finds are back, more detailed and location-specific than ever.

Exciting mountain roads and a volcano to explore.

A new logo for the Horizon festival has been introduced.

Players will meet new characters and engage in Horizon Story missions.

Improved usability and efficiency for tuning and painting systems.

The next chapter in the Forza Horizon series set in Mexico, launching on November 9th.

Aiming to make Forza Horizon 5 the most accessible game in the series.

Players will explore a living desert, dense jungle, and an active volcano in Mexico.

Includes 100 new rims, hundreds of visual upgrades, and thousands of performance upgrades.

A new multiplayer experience combining races, drift challenges, and more.

Includes HDR captures, 4K 30 FPS on Xbox Series X, and ray tracing for cars.

More diverse characters, customizable hairstyles, and options for prosthetic limbs.

Enhances player connectivity by recognizing interests and finding similar players.

Premium Edition players can access the game starting November 5th.

A system to reward players for positive actions and encourage friendly driving.

Seasons will uniquely affect each of the eleven biomes, changing gameplay dynamics.

A powerful toolset for creating custom races, challenges, and game modes.

Players can create personalized Barn Find Blueprints to share with others.

A featured car reaching speeds over 350 km/h, showcasing hybrid technology.