Microsoft has officially announced that Forza Horizon 5 will launch on PS5 on April 29, 2025. Players who purchase the Premium Edition will gain early access to the game, allowing them to hit the tracks starting April 25.
Optimized for PS5 Pro
The PS5 release will come with enhancements for the PS5 Pro, offering two graphics modes:
- Performance Mode – Runs at 60 FPS for smoother gameplay.
- Quality Mode – Runs at 30 FPS but with higher visual fidelity, including ray-traced reflections in both races and free roam.
Horizon Realms Update Arrives Simultaneously
The PS5 release coincides with the launch of the Horizon Realms update, available on Xbox and PC as well. This update introduces 12 “Evolving World” maps, featuring 11 returning tracks and one brand-new addition: Stadium Track.
New Tracks in Forza Horizon 5
The update will bring the following 12 unique tracks to the game:
- Stunt Park
- Ice Rink
- Oval Track
- Summer Party
- Neon Airstrip
- Muertos
- Winter Wonderland
- Lunar Drift Arena
- RetroWave Highway
- Cars and Coffee
- Stadium Maze
- Stadium Track (New!)
Unlockable Rewards & New Cars
Players who participate in Horizon Realms events can earn rewards and unlock four new vehicles:
- Lamborghini Revuelto
- Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato
- Lotus Exige Cup 430
- Hennessey Mammoth 6×6
Forza Horizon 5 news
The Forza Horizon 5: Horizon Realms update introduces two exciting gameplay modes.
The first is Skill Mode, where players can select a map and aim to earn as many skill points as possible. Each map will have its own leaderboard, and there will also be an overall ranking that combines all points earned by each player.
The second mode is Free Mode, which is all about having fun. Players can explore each map freely, whether solo or with friends in online multiplayer. In this mode, you can also earn medals from previous content and unlock special rewards to gain points for #Forzathon.
This update offers both competitive and casual gameplay, giving players new ways to enjoy the game.
Microsoft with an eye on April on PS5
Similar to Forza Horizon 5, another Microsoft title may be making its way to PS5 this April—Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. According to journalist Tom Warren from The Verge, MachineGames initially aimed for a release this month, potentially setting a trend for other Xbox games to follow.
However, release plans are always subject to change, and the launch could be pushed to May or later. Microsoft’s strategy focuses on expanding its reach by bringing more games to other platforms, attracting a broader audience to its franchises. Despite this shift, Phil Spencer reassures fans that Xbox is not stepping away from the console market and promises exciting innovations for the next generation of Xbox hardware.
