Forza Horizon 5, the acclaimed open-world racing game that launched exclusively on Xbox and PC in 2021, is now officially coming to PS5. PlayStation users will be able to experience the expansive Mexican open-world setting starting Spring 2025, as confirmed by developer Playground Games on Thursday.
This move follows Microsoft’s shift towards a multi-platform strategy, bringing more of its first-party exclusives to rival consoles.
Forza Horizon 5’s PS5 Release – What to Expect
🎮 Developer: Panic Button, Turn 10 Studios & Playground Games
📆 Release Window: Spring 2025 (Exact date TBA)
📍 Platform: PS5
🚗 Content: Includes all updates, nearly 900 cars, and 40+ themed game updates
🌍 Expansions Available: Hot Wheels & Rally Adventure
🔗 Cross-Play Support: PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X
📢 Playground Games’ Statement:
“We are excited to see the Forza Horizon 5 community grow with new players on PS5, and we can’t wait to see the creativity and skill these new creators, builders, and racers will bring to our vibrant community.”
Forza Horizon 5 PS5 Features & Pre-Order Details
📌 Key Features for PlayStation Players:
✔ All Xbox and PC content included
✔ Cross-platform multiplayer support
✔ Expansions & DLCs available for purchase
✔ Full next-gen performance on PS5
🛒 Wishlist Availability:
- Forza Horizon 5 is now available to wishlist on the PlayStation Store.
- Pre-order details and the final release date will be announced soon.
New Free Content Update – Horizon Realms
Alongside the PS5 announcement, Playground Games revealed a new free content update for Forza Horizon 5:
🚀 Horizon Realms Update
✅ Includes a curated collection of fan-favorite Evolving Worlds content
✅ New surprises & challenges for all platforms
✅ Will be available on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5
Why Is Forza Horizon 5 Coming to PS5?
Xbox chief Phil Spencer recently hinted at more Xbox exclusives launching on rival platforms. During an interview, Spencer stated:
“What we find is we’re able to drive a better business that allows us to invest in a great game lineup… Our strategy is to allow our games to be available.”
This aligns with Microsoft’s recent trend of expanding its gaming ecosystem beyond Xbox. In 2025, Bethesda’s Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Doom: The Dark Ages are also expected to launch on PS5.
Forza Horizon 5 – A Racing Masterpiece
🚗 Initial Release: November 9, 2021 (PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X)
🏆 Awards: Won 3 categories at The Game Awards 2021
🌎 Setting: Expansive open-world based on Mexico
📈 Success: Critical and commercial hit
With Forza Horizon 5 finally coming to PS5, racing fans on PlayStation can now experience one of the best open-world driving games ever made.
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