Forza Horizon 5 is racing to PlayStation 5 on April 29! Get the Premium Edition to enjoy Early Access starting April 25 and discover Horizon Realms, coming alongside the PS5 release.
Announcement details
With nearly 900 cars available in the game, over 40 thematic game updates, two expansions, and so much more content, our team is excited to announce that this spring, PlayStation 5 players will be able to explore Mexico’s beautiful roads and experience the Horizon Festival for the first time as we are officially launching Forza Horizon 5 on PS5.
The PlayStation 5 version of Forza Horizon 5, developed by Panic Button in partnership with Turn 10 Studios and Playground Games, will have the same content as the Xbox and PC releases of the game. Previously released Car Packs, as well as the Hot Wheels and Rally Adventure expansions, will also be available for purchase.
We are excited to see the Forza Horizon 5 community grow with new players on PS5, and we can’t wait to see the creativity and skill these new creators, builders, and racers will bring to our vibrant community.
In addition to bringing Forza Horizon 5 to PS5, we’re working on a special new free content update for all platforms, Horizon Realms. Realms will give players the chance to explore a curated collection of some of the community’s favorite previously released Evolving Worlds, alongside some other surprises. Stay tuned to our channels for more details soon.
Wishlist Forza Horizon 5 on the PlayStation Store today to stay informed about updates and release times. If you already own the game on another platform, share the news with your friends in the PS5 community and tell them to get ready to join your convoys as cross-play will be available for all Forza Horizon 5 players across Xbox consoles, PC and PS5.
We look forward to welcoming new players to the Horizon Festival, and we are sure Forza Horizon 5 veterans will share their experience, tips, and tricks to make beginners feel right at home as they start their adventures.
Join the official Forza Discord server to connect with other players, follow our Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) accounts to stay in the loop, and sign up for our Newsletter to get more details about Forza Horizon 5’s release on PlayStation 5 and all things Forza.
Whether you are adventuring through Forza Horizon 5’s Mexico on Xbox, PC or PS5, we look forward to racing alongside you all at the Horizon Festival this spring.
FAQ
Q: When can I start playing FH5 on PS5?
Forza Horizon 5 Early Access for PlayStation 5 will start rolling out around the world for players who have purchased the Premium Edition starting April 25. Standard and Deluxe Edition players start on April 29. Each region starts playing at 12:01 am locally.
| Early Access Time | Region |
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| Monday, April 28, 2025 12:00 PM | New Zealand |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 2:00 PM | Australia |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 3:00 PM | Japan, Korea |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 4:00 PM | Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, China |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 6:30 PM | India |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 8:00 PM | UAE |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 9:00 PM | Finland, Greece, Israel, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 10:00 PM | Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 11:00 PM | UK, Ireland, Portugal |
| Tuesday, April 29, 2025 3:00 AM | Argentina, Brazil |
| Tuesday, April 29, 2025 4:00 AM | USA |
| Tuesday, April 29, 2025 6:00 AM | Mexico |
Q: What is the pricing of Forza Horizon 5 editions on the PlayStation Store?
A: Players can pre-purchase the Forza Horizon 5 Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition, or Premium Edition.
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Forza Horizon 5 Standard Edition comes with the complete base game and its free content and feature updates like Horizon Realms.
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Forza Horizon 5 Deluxe Edition includes access to an additional 42 cars included with the Forza Horizon 5 Car Pass.
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Forza Horizon 5 Premium Edition allows you to upgrade your adventure to the fullest with both Forza Horizon 5 expansions – Rally Adventure and Hot Wheels – 42 additional cars from Car Pass, VIP Membership, and extra perks that are included in the Welcome Pack.
A: Please see pricing information below for Forza Horizon 5 full game editions on PS5:
- Forza Horizon 5 Standard Edition: USD$59.99/€69.99/£54.99
- Forza Horizon 5 Deluxe Edition: USD$79.99/€89.99/£69.99
- Forza Horizon 5 Premium Edition: USD$99.99/€99.99/£84.99
Go to the PlayStation Store to check your local currency pricing. Additional game add-on content including Car Packs will be available for purchase at release.
For players who have already pre-ordered the Forza Horizon 5 Standard Edition or Deluxe Edition and want to upgrade to the Premium Edition with Early Access, we have created a special offer for you on the PlayStation Store.
The Forza Horizon 5 Premium Edition Upgrade includes Early Access starting April 25 and will only be available until April 28. After that date, all players will have the option to get the Premium Add-Ons Bundle to receive the additional downloadable content that is included with the Premium Edition.
Note: Players who have the Forza Horizon 5 Premium Edition Upgrade might need to restore the game license on their PlayStation 5 console once Early Access begins on April 25. Please see this guide for additional details: How to restore licenses on PlayStation console
Q: Are there any pre-order bonuses for pre-purchasing Forza Horizon 5 on PlayStation Store?
A: Yes, no matter which version of the game you choose to pre-order, you will get a special bundle completely free of charge with your purchase including:
- Forza Horizon 5’s cover car: the 2021 Mercedes-AMG Mercedes-AMG ONE
- 5,000 Forzathon Points which can be used to buy cars and cosmetics
- 5 Backstage Passes which can be used to unlock any hard-to-find car available in the Backstage Shop
See the full FAQ at Forza Support:
https://support.forzamotorsport.net/hc/en-us/articles/39144665637651-Forza-Horizon-5-on-PS5-FAQ
(as well as The Crew Motorfest)