Forza Horizon 5 Hits PS5 in April

After an exciting announcement last month that Forza Horizon 5 would be making its way to the PlayStation 5 this fall, we now have the exact release dates to look forward to. Those who opt for the Premium Edition, priced at $99.99, can dive into the game starting April 25. Everyone else will get their chance on April 29.

This news comes straight from the official Forza Horizon website, which also revealed that an update, named Horizon Realms, will be rolling out across all platforms on April 25. This update promises to bring four new cars, a fresh racetrack layout at the Horizon Stadium, and a selection of beloved environments from past community favorites.

Last month's reveal confirmed that Forza Horizon 5 on the PS5 will offer the complete experience found on Xbox and PC. This includes access to Car Packs, the Hot Wheels expansion, and the Rally Adventure expansion, ensuring PlayStation players miss out on nothing.

Forza Horizon 5 is part of a growing trend of Xbox-exclusive titles expanding to other platforms, following in the footsteps of Sea of Thieves and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. As the gaming industry evolves, Xbox is leading the charge in cross-platform releases for first-party titles. This move sparks broader conversations about the relevance of exclusives, especially as game development costs soar and exclusives can cap potential sales.

IGN awarded Forza Horizon 5 a stellar 10/10 upon its initial launch on Xbox and PC, 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 eager to experience this acclaimed title.