In a move that's left gamers doing double-takes and Xbox loyalists clutching their controllers a little tighter, Forza Horizon 5 is set to zoom onto the PlayStation 5 this spring. Yes, you read that right. No, it's not an April Fool's joke. And no, pigs aren't flying... yet.

Crossing the Console Divide

Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios have decided to break the unspoken "console exclusivity" rule, allowing PS5 players to join the Horizon Festival. The PS5 version is being handled by Panic Button, the studio known for porting games like Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order and Apex Legends. So, rest assured, your virtual driving experience is in capable hands.

Features Galore

PS5 players can look forward to:

• Access to nearly 900 cars (because who needs a real garage?)
• 40 themed updates (more themes than your high school prom committee)
• Two full expansions, including the Hot Wheels pack from 2022 (loop-de-loops, anyone?)

All this content will be available at launch, ensuring PS5 players won't feel like they're arriving late to the party.

Horizon Worlds Update

Alongside the PS5 release, a new update titled Horizon Worlds will launch on all platforms. This update offers players the chance to explore a curated collection of the community’s favorite previously released Evolving Worlds, along with some other surprises. It's like a greatest hits album, but for virtual racing.

Cross-Play Compatibility

Worried about leaving your Xbox friends in the dust? Fear not! The PS5 version will support cross-play, allowing racers on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC to drive together in harmony. It's a small world after all, especially when you're traveling at 200 mph.

Pre-Order and Wishlist

The PS5 port of Forza Horizon 5 is set to launch in the spring, and players can wishlist the game on the PlayStation Store starting today. So, get your engines revving and your wallets ready!