Forza Horizon 5 News

The 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello came as an upgraded version of the 550 Maranello. Featuring improvements such as a 5.7-liter V12 engine that could produce 508 bhp, bigger brake discs, and an improved weight distribution.


By far one of the biggest technological improvements added to the car was its gearbox. It was mounted in the back of the car to provide smoother and faster gear changes (specially when the car was in Sports Mode). The gearbox also had control over each of the four individual suspensions. This was also the first time an F1-style gearbox was fitted on a V12 road Ferrari.

The bigger engine required minor modifications in the body, which you can clearly spot on the hood which sports a new intake and in the front spoiler as well. Small changes to the car’s finish were also made to improve aerodynamics.

Unlock this car for 20 PTS on the Festival Playlist until May 8!

Shoot your suggestions to make Forza Horizon 5 the best experience for you at our Suggestions Hub.

If you have encountered any issues with this update or any other part of the game, please visit the Troubleshooting Hub.

SERIES REWARDS

• 80 PTS: 2010 Ferrari 599 GTO
• 160 PTS: 1969 Ferrari Dino 246 GT

SPRING REWARDS

• 20 PTS: 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
  
• 40 PTS: Backstage Pass

There’s a lot more to add to your collection this week!

Time to go Gymkhana with this season's reward for beating The Trial: the 1986 Hoonigan Ford RS200 Evolution.

The Cross Countryside and Second Home Seasonal Championships feature a 1973 Nissan GT-R and a 2012 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 as rewards.

Take a look at all available rewards here:

While there’s no denying that flashy supercars and built-for-fun off-road vehicles are the stars of the show in the Forza Horizon series, it’s the widely varied, based-on-real-life environments that really make the games shine. Whether it’s kicking up dust while blasting across the Australian Outback in Forza Horizon 3 or leaving a swirling trail of leaves through the English countryside on a crisp autumn day in Forza Horizon 4, we’ve all got great memories of exploring the vibrant worlds created by the developers at Playground Games. With Forza Horizon 5, the team has their sights set on the most diverse locale yet: Mexico.

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But what about the biomes themselves? Spread out over a map that’s about one-and-a-half times the size of Forza Horizon 4’s, the 11 biomes represent the most diverse map a Forza Horizon game has ever delivered. Let’s take a closer look:

[h2]Canyon[/h2]

You might recognize this as the biome that was shown in the Forza Horizon 5 reveal trailer in June. It’s filled with rock formations patterned with unique striations, many of which erode into hoodoos that are only found in the canyon. Fun fact: each of the biomes have unique audio and the canyon has more echoes than any of the others.

[h2]Tropical Coast[/h2]

This might be what you think of when you imagine a tropical Mexican vacation. Filled with palm trees, seagulls, white sand beaches and calm waters, it feels a lot like a postcard come to life. At least that’s the case until you reach storm season, which completely changes how you need to navigate it. Watch out for flying palm trees!

[h2]Farmland[/h2]

Unlike the flatter or drier farmland found in some of the previous Forza Horizon games, these rolling hills are filled with lush vegetation, fruit-bearing trees, and wide, shallow rivers. You’ll have plenty of fences to smash through and picturesque homesteads to explore while you’re cruising through here.

[h2]Arid Hills[/h2]

As you might suspect given the name, this biome is full of dry grasses on rolling hills and plains, providing plenty of open spaces to drive across if you feel like off-roading. One of the coolest features in this biome is a lake that actually dries up in the winter season, opening up shortcuts via fast passages and secret areas.

[h2]Jungle[/h2]

Filled with lush, dense vegetation and towering trees that let beautiful rays of sun through the canopy, this biome also sports some impressive waterfalls and winding rivers. There are also a number of hidden temples in this area, all of which are based on real locations in Mexico.

[h2]Living Desert[/h2]

In a first for the Forza Horizon series, Forza Horizon 5 features a cactus desert that’s full of towering saguaros. There are also a number of rock formations and rock piles that are unique to the area. As the name implies, it’s full of life and features plenty of flowers and wildlife.

[h2]Rocky Coast[/h2]

While the tropical coast features lots of trees and vegetation, this one has a completely different vibe. Since there aren’t many trees, you’ll get a full view of the ocean and some excellent views of the sun setting at the end of the day. As a bonus to all you golfers out there, you can even take a spin around (read: through) a golf course.

[h2]Sand Desert[/h2]

Full of towering sand dunes, this biome is perfect for cruising around in a buggy and carving into the sand. If you don’t feel like getting sand between your toes, many of the roads in this area feature long straightaways so there are plenty of opportunities to see how fast your favorite ride really goes.

[h2]Swamp[/h2]

Although a swamp might not sound like the best place for a race, this biome’s shallow waters are a great place for it. The swamp also features a lot of mangrove trees that sport very thick, interconnected roots. You can actually smash through these during races, changing the route depending on whether or not your car can handle it.

[h2]Urban City of Guanajuato[/h2]

Like a number of cities in Mexico, there’s a good deal of amazing architecture and vibrant colors everywhere you look. Unlike a lot of cities, however, it features a lot of rolling hills and tunnels, making for some really fun race routes. As with the Canyon, you’ll hear plenty of echoes bouncing around the city’s tight roadways.

[h2]Volcano[/h2]

In another first for the Forza Horizon series, this massive mountain is situated right next to the Living Desert. It’s a very high-altitude volcano, so driving to the top is a unique experience that rewards players by seeing way off into the horizon. This is also the only place in the game that you’ll encounter snow, so be sure to pack an extra jacket.

Four supercar greats cross paths in this week’s Backstage Vote! Pick your favorite duo and spend your well-earned Backstage Passes adding the winner to your garage next week.


The standard for road-legal track day cars makes up half of the first pair available for voting, the 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS. Its partner in racing is the definition of a power wagon: It’s more doors, more room, more strength with the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG Wagon.


Standing tall in the other corner of the Backstage Vote, is the amped up version of the iconic 458 Italia, the 2012 Ferrari 458 Speciale. The Prancing Horse teams up with a German wagon proudly sporting the RS badge, the 2021 Audi RS6 Avant.


Vote for your favorite super car + super wagon pair this week!

Unlock the first Plug-in Hybrid Electric Ferrari for 20 PTS on the Festival Playlist! The 2020 Ferrari SF90 Stradale is available as a reward once more until May 1st.

High-tech developments and Ferrari’s racing heritage meet in the Stradale to produce a Prancing Horse with the same V8 engine you can find in the Tributo as well as three electric engines making the total power of the SF90 a massive 986 horsepower.


At the time, this car had clocked in the fastest lap time around Ferrari’s circuit in Fiorano with 1m 19s. Get ready to smash the leaderboards with the SF90!

If you have any suggestions to make the Forza Horizon 5 experience better than it has been, visit our Suggestions Hub and let us know!

Contact the team on the Troubleshooting Hub if you see any issues with this new update or its features.

SERIES REWARDS

• 80 PTS: 2010 Ferrari 599 GTO
  
  
• 160 PTS: 1969 Ferrari Dino 246 GT

SPRING REWARDS

• 20 PTS: 2020 Ferrari SF90 Stradale
  
  
• 40 PTS: Backstage Pass

Cinco de Mayo took the crown this time, which Festival Playlist are you choosing to return next?


Your first option is Horizon Rush coming with rewards such as 1965 MINI Cooper S Forza Edition, 2017 Ford #14 Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing GRC Fiesta, 2018 KTM X-Bow GT4, 2013 MINI X-Raid ALL4 Racing Countryman, 2010 Noble M600, 2018 Porsche Macan LPR Rally Raid.


You could also vote for Midnights at Horizon which brings 2018 DeBerti Ford Mustang GT, 021 Audi RS 7 Sportback, 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant, 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, 2021 Lexus LC 500, 2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing as rewards!