Forza Horizon 5: What You Need to Know About the PS5 Release

For Forza Horizon 5 fans, there's some exciting news coming your way ahead of its PS5 launch on April 29! If you’ve been racing your heart out in the game on Xbox or PC, you’ll be happy to know that Forza Horizon 5 is making its way to PlayStation. And there are some cool bonuses and features to keep an eye on.

First off, let’s talk about trophies. For those trophy hunters out there, good news – you don’t need to collect all 165 trophies to earn the coveted Platinum Trophy. You only need 53 of the trophies from the base game to unlock the Platinum. That means you can skip the grind for all the extra trophies related to DLCs like the Hot Wheels and Rally Adventure expansions. While you’ll still need to put in some serious hours (we’re talking around 40 hours for the Platinum!), it’s a lot more achievable compared to other games that require you to catch ‘em all. To get that Platinum, expect to destroy 250 Bonus Boards, win 80 races, and unlock Manufacturer Bonuses for at least 25 cars. Sounds like a fun challenge, right?

But wait, there’s more! For those pre-ordering Forza Horizon 5 on PS5, there are some tasty bonuses lined up. You’ll receive in-game currency, #Forzathon Points, and a sweet 2021 Mercedes-AMG ONE car. Talk about a nice little head start on your racing journey. Plus, with PS5 Pro support, the game will get an even bigger boost in both Performance and Quality modes, making the experience smoother than ever.

Now, before you fire up your PS5 to start burning rubber, there’s one thing to keep in mind. Microsoft has confirmed that Forza Horizon 5 will require a Microsoft Account to play. While some players have voiced concerns about this, it’s necessary for crossplay, which is one of the features promised for the PS5 version of the game. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it’s definitely something to consider if you’re not a fan of mandatory logins.

Overall, Forza Horizon 5 is shaping up to be a hit on the PS5, with a great balance of accessible trophies, awesome pre-order bonuses, and enhanced performance modes. If you haven’t jumped into the racing world yet, now might be the perfect time to do so. Ready to race your way to that Platinum? Let the engines roar!