Forza Horizon 5 Hits PS5 in April

Following last month's announcement that Forza Horizon 5 would be making its way to the PS5 this fall, we now have a confirmed release date. Players who opt for the Premium Edition at $99.99 can start racing on April 25, while the standard edition will be available to everyone else on April 29. This news comes directly from the game's official website, which also unveiled details about an exciting new update set to launch across all platforms on April 25.

The update, named Horizon Realms, promises to enrich the Forza Horizon 5 experience with the addition of four new cars, a fresh racetrack layout at the Horizon Stadium, and a selection of beloved environments from past community favorites. This update is poised to keep the game's community engaged and excited about new content.

Last month's news confirmed that the PS5 version of Forza Horizon 5 will boast the same comprehensive content as its Xbox and PC counterparts. This includes access to all Car Packs, the thrilling Hot Wheels expansion, and the adventurous Rally Adventure expansion, ensuring that PlayStation users will enjoy the full spectrum of what Forza Horizon 5 has to offer.

Forza Horizon 5 is just one example in a growing trend of previously Xbox-exclusive titles making their way to PlayStation, with games like Sea of Thieves and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle paving the way. Xbox's move towards cross-platform first-party releases is sparking industry-wide discussions about the viability of exclusives, especially as the costs of game development soar and exclusives potentially restrict market reach.

When Forza Horizon 5 launched on Xbox and PC, it received a perfect 10/10 score from IGN, a testament to its excellence. Our reviewer hailed it as "the result of a racing studio at the peak of its craft and the best open-world racing game I’ve ever played." With such acclaim, PlayStation owners have every reason to dive into this acclaimed title and experience the pinnacle of open-world racing for themselves.