Forza Horizon 3 - Frequently Asked Questions
This thread compiles a list of Frequently Asked Questions about Forza Horizon 3 on both the Xbox and Windows 10 PC platforms: game details, how to purchase and install, where to find features, and troubleshooting solutions. Each topic will include a source link and link to the related discussion thread in this forum if available. Posts on the first few pages will be updated as information is revealed before and after game release, so check back from time to time. While some information may come from what the community observes, remember that the ultimate authorities are Turn 10 Studios, Playground Games, and Xbox Support and their representatives (always read the official source). Before posting a new thread or asking a question on the forums please be sure to read through this FAQ and use Search to find existing threads on your topic. See also the Forums FAQ for questions about the Forzamotorsport.net website.
GENERAL
Overview - Forza vs other car games | Horizon vs Motorsport | E for Everyone | Basic requirements
Quick List - facts and features
Links - FH3 in the News | Official source links | Forzamotorsport.net site index
SUPPORT
Accessibility - Supported Languages and Regions | Physically and visually impaired players
Troubleshooting
Enforcement - Code of Conduct | Xbox Support | Contact Turn 10
HARDWARE AND TECHNOLOGY
Consoles - Xbox One vs Xbox One S vs Project Scorpio | Install | Kinect
Win10 PC - Minimum requirements | Online requirements | Resolution, framerate | Install
Online - Play Anywhere | Cross-Play | Xbox Live Gold | Cloud saves
Peripherals - Controllers | Wheels | Monitors and HDR | VR
Tech and Apps - Forzatech | Photogammetry | Modding | Forza Hub | Xbox App | Accessories App
EDITIONS AND DLC
Editions - Contents | Release dates and Early Access | Pre-loading
How do I buy the PC version?
Pre-Order - Bonuses | Retailers | Pay methods | Regional
Demo - Features | Console | PC | Wheel Support notes
DLC - Redeeming codes | Retailer bonus DLC cars exclusivity | VIP, Car Pass, Car Packs, Expansions | Sharing DLC benefits with friends | In-App purchases | Content updates
MENUS
Main Menu
Message Center and Forza Hub
Settings for Xbox consoles - Audio mixers | Video
Settings for PC - Audio | Video
Personalization - Character | Name | Playercard
GAMEPLAY
Controller - Button mapping
Wheels - Button mapping
HUD - Camera views | cockpit animation, steering wheel delete | Rear view mirror | Telemetry | Units
Difficulty - Drivatar opponents, Assists, Damage & Tire Wear, Rewind
Skills - Skills list | Skill chain limits | Skill Shop Perks
ANNA - Navigation
WORLD
Environment - Australia and landmarks | Ecotypes | Animals | Weather | Day/Night
Map - Size | Icons | Fast Travel | Treasure Map
Drivatars - Your Drivatar | Racing opponents | Convoys | Lineup - Hire & Fire friends
FESTIVAL CAREER
Story - Horizon Festival and Fans | Characters and voice actors | Build/Expand Festival Sites
Music - Stations and song list | Skill Song
Groove - upload your own playlist | background music on Xbox
Events - Exhibitions | Championships | Showcases | PR Stunts (speed, drift, jump) | Bucket List
Blueprint - customize each event
PROGRESS
Horizon Promo
Stats - Discovery | 100% completion
Achievements - list and requirements
GAME ECONOMY
Awards - Loyalty Rewards | XP and CR | VIP Bonus | Levels and Prize Spins | Forza Rewards | Drivatars | Contests
Storefront - Designs, Vinyls Tuning Setups, Photos | Save Limits | Creators | Legendary status
Forzathon - weekly challenges and unlocks
Auction House
CARS AND CUSTOMIZATION
Cars - Model list | Manufacturers | How cars are chosen | Barn Finds | Horizon Edition | hidden cars | Pre-order and regular DLC models | Traffic (Horizon Promo)
Types - Themes and Type groups (divisions)
Specs - Performance Index | Classes and Attribute Ratings | Damage, Fuel, and Simulated Physics
Forzavista - Toggling lights, indicators, wipers, windows, convertibles
Autoshow - Filters | Horizon Recommends | Trending | Upgrade Heroes
My Cars - Importing previous garages | Filters | Removing | Gifts | Sharing
Upgrades - Body Kits | Rims & Tires | Performance Parts | Horns | License Plates | Interior
Tuning - Importing from previous Forza | Settings
Painting - Importing designs | Livery Editor | Vinyls | Save limits
RIVALS
Rivals - Route list | Leaderboards | Monthly, VIP Rivals
SOCIAL / MULTIPLAYER
How multiplayer works between Xbox and PC players
Clubs - FH3 Clubs | Clubs on Xbox
Co-Op - 4-player campaign | Split screen
Online Adventure
Online Freeroam
Car Meets
Playground Games - Tag and Flag arenas | Drag racing (Car Meets)
Online Private Session Lobbies
MEDIA
Photo Mode
Drone Mode
Video - Replays | Xbox Clips | Upload
Streaming - Twitch | Beam | Hardware