Forza Horizon 5 (2021)

Developer: Playground Games
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Racing, Simulation, Sports
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 277,727 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 24 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Driving across a gorgeous, colorful open world feels liberating and joyfully aimless, with a constant undercurrent of discovery and spectacle.

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What players say

Players praise the driving feel and car variety, but many say the Mexico map turns into a boring desert that makes the game lose steam fast. Reviews are split on the overly cheerful tone and the AI's unrealistic cornering.

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