After six years, the revving engines and gleaming metal of the Forza Motorsport franchise are finally set to make a return on October 10.
The latest information, which corroborates an older report, comes from an exclusive coverage by Exputer. This is a month traditionally favored by the developers, Turn 10, for Forza launches. The series’ previous iterations also made their debuts in the same month.
The gaming world is revving up for an action-packed October with several high-profile releases slated for the final quarter of the year. Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Lords of the Fallen, Alan Wake II, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Alone in the Dark, and Total War: Pharaoh is all jostling for a share of gamers’ attention starting in the “Ber” months. Nonetheless, the Forza Motorsport franchise, a fixture of the racing simulation world, holds its own allure, and this iteration will be available on Game Pass from day one like all first-party games published by Microsoft.
The upcoming installment, not specifically numbered but considered the eighth in the mainline series, is billed as the most technically advanced racing title ever created.
The technological leap from the previous game is as significant as that between Forza Motorsport 4 and 7, offering fans an impressive evolution in simulation fidelity. For instance, the new tire collision model boasts eight points of contact with the track, a stark contrast to the previous entry’s single point of contact. Adding to the realism, the track’s temperature reacts to the day/night cycle and weather conditions dynamically as well, with rubbering accumulation adding an extra layer of tactical consideration for players.
Forza Motorsport promises to be a feast to behold for the eyes, boasting over 500 vehicles and 800 upgrades set across 20 diverse environments, five of which are new. However, The real stars of the show, the cars, will appear more lifelike thanks to a spectrophotometer, which improves light response across various colors and gloss levels. Damage and dirt buildup will also be more detailed, lending an added dose of authenticity. Add to this real-time ray tracing, and Forza Motorsport is set to be a visually stunning experience.
This much-awaited game is available for PC and Xbox Series S|X, and Game Pass Ultimate players can also enjoy it through cloud streaming.
The official confirmation of the release date is expected to be made during the Xbox Games Showcase, scheduled for 10 AM PT tomorrow.
