Forza Motorsport Video Game Series
A series of racing games created and developed by Turn 10, a studio owned by Microsoft. Forza Motorsport was born in 2005 as a Redmond giant's direct response to the series Gran Turismo - a hit from the Xbox's rival PlayStation consoles. A fierce and even rivalry quickly developed between the two brands, which continues to this day. Forza has also become a hallmark of Microsoft's hardware due to its very high quality graphics.
Both series rise on similar pillars. Players receive at their disposal hundreds of cars - both road and racing - which they can drive on authentic tracks, but also on fictional routes located in various picturesque corners of the globe. Both titles are also characterized by relative realism (so-called. simcade), so as to appeal to both simulation enthusiasts and more "Sunday" drivers (the driving model can be adjusted to one's own preferences). In addition, an important role here and here play extensive career mode for the single player (supported by the multiplayer module) and vehicle tuning - both mechanically and visually.
While the first Forza Motorsport was released for the Xbox console, its sequel, released in 2007, has already become an Xbox 360 exclusive title. Since then subsequent installments have been released every two years (until Forza Motorsport 7 of 2017), and the series gradually evolved and grew in content. Part three (2009) introduced an interior view of the cars and a rewind feature (rolling back time by a few seconds during a race to fix bugs). "Four" added the Autovista mode - allowing you to look at cars up close and look under the hood, for example - which became the hallmark of the entire series (later renamed Forzavista).
The two-year production cycle caused the series experienced a slight regression in 2013, with the release of Forza Motorsport 5, which was made a launch title for the Xbox One console. The Turn 10 studio ran out of time to deliver an abundance of content (graphically embellished) on par with previous installments at launch. However, the situation returned to normal two years later, with the release of FM6. This installment also introduced racing in the rain; in addition, its truncated free version, subtitled Apex, hit personal computers in 2016 - it was the debut of the brand's Forza on this hardware platform. "Seven," on the other hand, appeared simultaneously on PC and Xbox One. It is the last so far - and richest in terms of content - installment of the series.
After the release of Forza Motorsport 7 the developers broke with the two-year intervals between successive parts. The next game was not announced until 2020 and presented as a reboot of the series - hence the title Forza Motorsport, without the digit 8. Turn 10 Studios wanted to shake up the somewhat ossified formula of the series, and in the process rewrite the engine to guarantee better (and more realistic) car simulation.
Forza Motorsport Series Evolution
2023
Forza Motorsport
2017
Forza Motorsport 7
2016
Forza Motorsport 6: Apex
2015
Forza Motorsport 6
2013
Forza Motorsport 5
2011
Forza Motorsport 4
2009
Forza Motorsport 3
2007
Forza Motorsport 2
2005
Forza Motorsport (2005)
Forza Motorsport
Racing
October 10, 2023
The eighth installment in an iconic series of racing games and a reboot of sorts. Forza Motorsport was created nearly entirely from scratch by Turn 10 Studios. The game features new tracks, cars, advanced physics and ray tracing.
Forza Motorsport 7
Racing
October 3, 2017
Another installment in the best-selling racing game series developed by Turn 10 in cooperation with Microsoft. In Forza Motorsport 7, the players can participate in races taking place on over 30 different tracks, while driving one of the 700 available licensed cars. All of the vehicles can be modified in terms of their performance and appearance. The driving physics implemented herein are neatly balanced between a simulation and arcade racing and should suit both racing veterans and beginners, who can use a number of available facilitations. Forza Motorsport 7 is one of the first games ever to exploit the full potential of Xbox One X, allowing the players to experience the 4K resolution at stable 60 frames per second. Apart from the free-to-play spinoff - Forza Motorsport 6: Apex - the seventh full-fledged installment is also the first in the series’ history to be released not only on consoles but also on PC. Windows 10.
Forza Motorsport 6: Apex
Racing
September 6, 2016
A free-to-play spin-off installment to the bestselling racing game series known from the subsequent generations of the Xbox console. It was developed by Turn 10 Studios with PC users in mind. The gameplay of Forza Motorsport 6: Apex does not differ significantly from other full-fledged installments in the series and emphasizes simulation aspects (while still offering a number of gameplay facilities). Compared to the full-price console version, the title is significantly poorer content-wise. The game features only slightly more than 60 cars (compared to the 450 models available in the original) and 20 tracks in six locations based on actual racing circuits. The basic game mode, Showcase Tour, allows us to take part in 12 automobile events commented on by the former hosts of the highly-popular Top Gear television series.
Forza Motorsport 6
Racing
September 15, 2015
The sixth installment in a best-selling racing game series, originated by Turn 10 Studios in 2005, available exclusively on Microsoft consoles. In comparison with the previous game, this one features more than twice the number of licensed car models – namely 450 – which you can drive on 26 tracks scattered all around the world, including such legendary circuits as Le Mans and Daytona. The developers did not forget about car customization. Traditionally, the title offers a realistic driving model, which can also be adjusted to suit the needs of less experienced players. Apart from the standard career mode, an array of multiplayer modes was prepared, where up to 24 players can compete at the same time. Unlike its predecessor, the game pushes the Xbox One console to its limits, achieving 1080p resolution at 60 frames per second.
Forza Motorsport 5
Racing
November 22, 2013
The fifth installment of the popular series of car racing simulators. The title was developed by studio Turn 10 which belongs to Microsoft. Similarly as the previous entries in the series, Forza Motorsport 5 allows the players to try themselves as drivers of super fast cars. There are more than 200 precisely modeled vehicles available in the game and one can use them to drive on 15 famous tracks, including Spa, Bathurst, Yas Marina and Circuit de la Sarthe. The game has a realistic driving model and control system that uses Kinect technology. What’s interesting, the developers cooperated with the team from the Top Gear TV series. It resulted in the commentary by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May being featured in the game.
Forza Motorsport 4
Racing
October 11, 2011
Another installment of the popular racing simulation game series launched in 2005 and developed by Turn 10 Studios in cooperation with Microsoft. Forza Motorsport 4 introduces numerous novelties in terms of gameplay mechanics as well as technical aspects. The game features over 500 faithfully recreated cars that we can drive on 26 varied speedways at different times of the day for the first time in the history of the series. The career mode was enriched with the so-called World Tour which is a series of tournaments that takes place all around the world. The tuning and the social options (e.g. forming clubs) known from the title’s predecessor were also expanded. One of the primary novelties is the Autovista module, which utilizes the capabilities of Kinect—it allows us to examine the body as well as the interior and compartments of the selected car’s engine. The aforementioned features are complemented by a new version of the matchmaking system that searches for competitors online.
Forza Motorsport 3
Racing
October 23, 2009
The third installment of the popular racing games series exclusive to Microsoft platforms. In Forza Motorsport 3, the team at Turn 10 Studios decided to use tried solutions and introduce a myriad of enhancements and fixes. The game is focused on simulation, although beginners can enable a number of facilities. The fans of motoring can drive over 400 licensed vehicles from twenty manufacturers, including those from Forza Motorsport 2 as well as completely new ones. The most important novelties introduced in the game are, first and foremost, expanded tuning possibilities, enhanced artificial intelligence, a new camera mode set inside the car, improved editor, and rich social options. The title is powered by a new graphics engine which translates into slightly better visuals.
Forza Motorsport 2
Racing
May 29, 2007
The sequel to the critically acclaimed racing game released by Turn 10 for Xbox in 2005. Similarly to its predecessor, Forza Motorsport 2 puts a great emphasis on simulation aspects and rich car customization options. This time around, the players are given over 300 licenses and faithfully recreated vehicles at their disposal. They can also be damaged, both visually and mechanically. The game also offers lots of tuning options, such as the possibility of replacing the engine, installing a turbo, changing breaks configuration, etc. As far as tracks are concerned, the developers designed about 60 locations in 18 different environments. The title offers completely fictional speedways as well as those based on actual places (e.g. Laguna Seca or Silverstone). Thanks to significantly higher technical capabilities of Xbox 360, the graphics were greatly improved and adapted to the HDTV standards.
Forza Motorsport (2005)
Racing
May 3, 2005
A racing simulator developed by Microsoft’s internal studio - Turn 10. Serving as a response to a competing franchise - the popular Gran Turismo series, Forza Motorsport offers an impressive number of 200+ licensed car models from several manufacturers, divided into a number of classes and sub-classes. Each available car can be profoundly tuned – not only visually, but also mechanically. Effects of customization and damage to the cars are depicted during races due to a special system that calculates the performance of the car in real-time. Competitions take place on multiple and diverse tracks, among them both fictional street circuits as well as real tracks from all around the world. Apart from the career mode, the game features an online mode.
Forza Motorsport Series News
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Although Forza Motorsport is updated month after month, fans were worried about the game's overall direction and the absence of many important features. Studio Turn 10 has successfully reassured players by releasing a comprehensive roadmap with free new features for the rest of the year.
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Christopher Mysiak
September 2, 2024
For a Change, Forza Motorsport Received a Car That Forza Horizon Fans Will Envy. Many Anticipated Changes Also Hit the Game
Yesterday Forza Motorsport received Update 10, which includes four cars and 18 spoilers, but more important are new features in the gameplay and technical layer of the game, with the proximity radar at the forefront.
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Christopher Mysiak
July 11, 2024
Forza Motorsport With Long List of Improvements. New Track Unlocks Use of Game's Most Unique Cars
After a two-month hiatus, the developers of Forza Motorsport continue to add to the list of tracks - this time with Brands Hatch. Furthermore, today's update brought a long list of fixes, and new career competitions will finally use the extensive collection of historic race cars.
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Christopher Mysiak
April 9, 2024
Forza Motorsport Devs Remodel Controversial System, Prioritizing Basic Improvements Over Content
Forza Motorsport Update 6 arrived today, and while it disappoints in terms of new content, it makes up for it with several fixes and major gameplay changes, most notably including the controversial „leveling” system for cars.
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Christopher Mysiak
March 12, 2024
Forza Motorsport Co-Creator's Confessions Indicate That Microsoft is to Blame for State of Game
Adrian Campos, one of the co-developers of Forza Motorsport, shared his story of working with Turn 10 Studios. And his tale indicates that the poor state of the game at its release day may have largely due to the fact that Microsoft hires devs on short-term contracts, forcing staff turnover.
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Christopher Mysiak
February 22, 2024
New Track in Forza Motorsport Still in January, At the Expense of Cars and Fixes
Contrary to speculations, Turn 10 studio hasn't taken a Christmas break and is adding a third post-release track to Forza Motorsport in January – this time, it will be Daytona. Unfortunately, there will be no brand-new cars (except for the DLC) nor more significant gameplay tweaks.
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Christopher Mysiak
January 15, 2024
Forza Motorsport Developers Have Unveiled a Plan to Fix Three of the Game’s Biggest Flaws
Turn 10 Studios has finally prepared a „roadmap” for the development of Forza Motorsport - or at least a substitute for it. The developers described more or less exactly how they will improve the artificial intelligence, penalties during races and the system of „leveling up” cars.
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Christopher Mysiak
January 11, 2024
Forza Motorsport's Second Patch was Supposed to Fix the Worst Bug, but Failed
After a week of waiting, Turn 10 Studios has released the second patch for Forza Motorsport. Hotfix 1.1 was supposed to fix only one problem, but the most serious of all. Unfortunately, the operation was not a complete success.
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Christopher Mysiak
October 25, 2023
Forza Motorsport's First Patch Reduces Grind, but Players Remain Frustrated
A week after its release, Forza Motorsport received its first patch. In addition to fixing a number of problems, the developers took criticism of the car tuning system to heart. Unfortunately, the bugs that remain continue to anger the players.
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Christopher Mysiak
October 18, 2023
Forza Motorsport Fails on Steam; Poor Ratings and Little Interest
Players on Steam have not received the latest installment of Forza Motorsport very well. The game received many negative reviews and is not very popular.
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Maciej Gaffke
October 13, 2023