Forza Horizon 5 Coming to 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 an official release date: April 25 for those who opt for the Premium Edition priced at $99.99, and April 29 for the standard edition. This information was shared today on the game's official website, which also unveiled details about an exciting update, Horizon Realms, set to roll out across all platforms on April 25. This update will enrich the game with four new cars, a fresh racetrack design at the Horizon Stadium, and a selection of beloved environments from past community favorites.

It was confirmed last month that the PS5 version of Forza Horizon 5 will mirror its Xbox and PC counterparts in content, including Car Packs, the Hot Wheels expansion, and the Rally Adventure expansion, ensuring a comprehensive gaming experience across platforms.

Forza Horizon 5 is part of a growing trend of Xbox-exclusive titles transitioning to PlayStation, following in the footsteps of Sea of Thieves and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Xbox's move towards cross-platform releases for its first-party titles marks a significant shift in the industry, especially as game development costs soar and the exclusivity model is increasingly debated for its impact on sales potential.

When Forza Horizon 5 launched on Xbox and PC, it received a perfect 10/10 from IGN, a testament to its quality. Our reviewer praised 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," making it a must-play for PlayStation owners looking for a top-tier racing experience.