The launch comes with the new Rally Adventure expansion, headlined by the Ford Lightning.
March 28, 2023 at 8:13 p.m. ET
Forza Horizon 5 has released its latest update, Series 19, and it’s bringing exciting new features to the racing video game. Available from March 28th to all players, this update includes Anti-Lag and Launch Control Assistant to all cars. With Launch Control Assist now available for all cars, these vehicles will be more exciting to drive than ever.
But that’s not all, as the update also includes rally parts for some classic cars such as the 1970 Ford GT70, the 1991 Hoonigan Gymkhana 10 Ford Escort Cosworth Group A and the 1987 Porsche 959, among others A new series “Midnights at Horizon” has also been added, featuring night races in Mexico filled with neon lights. The new series will be available to all users from March 30th to April 27th.
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Additionally, a tire profile sizing feature will be available for the Ford Bronco, Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum and other cars. Widebody kits will also be available for some cars like the BMW M3 and Lexus LC 500 Liberty Walk.
The update also includes the Epitaph Radio Station, featuring 15 new songs from various artists including Alkaline Trio, Architects and The Offspring. The EventLab Rally Prop Pack with 26 new rally-inspired props and EventLab Neon Light Decorations with Neon Cube Collectible and Eyes are also part of the update.
For those who have purchased the Rally Adventure expansion, there is a new Open World map called “Sierra Nueva” and a brand new campaign with a brand new Rally race. The Horizon Rally and Race modes have been improved and will feature split times and audiovisual co-drivers.
Additionally, there are ten new cars in Forza that can be unlocked through campaign progression. The four new cars are the Rimac Nevera, the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, the Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing, and the Lexus LC 500. The Nevera is a follow-up to the Rimac Concept Two that first debuted in Forza Horizon 4 in 2019.
With all these new features and cars, Forza Horizon 5 has become even more exciting and is sure to keep players hooked for hours on end. Whether you’re a fan of classic rally cars or the latest supercars, there’s something for everyone in this latest update.