Overview

Forza Horizon 5 has achieved a remarkable milestone by selling over two million copies on the PlayStation 5 within just one month of its launch. This installment of the popular racing series developed by Playground Games and published by Xbox Game Studios made its debut on PlayStation earlier this year and has quickly become a massive success among gamers.

Last month’s reports indicated that Forza Horizon 5 generated over $100 million for Microsoft after its PS5 launch, ranking as the best-selling game on the platform in May. The game’s transition onto PS5 marked a significant change, as it had previously been exclusive to Xbox consoles since the launch of Forza Motorsport in 2005.

The PS5 version of Forza Horizon 5, launched on April 29, made an immediate impact, becoming the second best-selling game in the US for April, despite its late release in the month. The success of Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 unfolds against a backdrop of challenges faced by other racing franchises; for instance, EA’s Need for Speed franchise faced setbacks.

The Future of Forza

Looking ahead, there’s speculation about the future of the Forza series, especially after recent internal changes at Turn 10 Studios. Following the latest layoffs, news has emerged that the Motorsport sub-series might be shut down, with development efforts shifting toward continuing the successful Forza Horizon series. The franchise, known for its arcade-style racing, is expected to steer towards this direction as the course for its future.

Conclusion

Forza Horizon 5 not only indicates a strong footprint in the racing genre post its PS5 launch but also sets the stage for many future developments for the franchise.