🎮 What Is Forza Horizon 5
- Forza Horizon 5 is an open-world racing game developed by Playground Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. Forza+3Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3
- It was first released on November 9, 2021 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. Wikipedia+2TechRadar+2
- In April 2025, a version was released for PlayStation 5, expanding the platforms.
Repack Features
- Based on Steam release BuildID 15221487 from August 12, 2024: 174.5 GB, thanks to CircledSquare for files!
- Modified CODEX-RUNE crack/emu applied over, thanks to machine4578!
- Steam Online Fix V10 by 0xdeadc0de is available in “NoDVD” folder after installation, allowing multiplayer support via Steam (use fake Steam/Microsoft accounts for that)
- 100% Save File, which unlocks 872 unique cars and other stuff is available in “_Save File” folder after installation, thanks to Punkster Sanders! Check “readme.txt” for instructions
- Game version: v1.656.386.0; 58 released DLCs are included and activated
- If the game crashes for you right after small splash screen image, run it again from the desktop icon as an administrator
- 100% Lossless & MD5 Perfect: all files are identical to originals after installation
- NOTHING ripped, NOTHING re-encoded
- Selective Download feature: you may skip downloading and installing of Sign Language videos, 4K videos and voiceover packs you don’t need
- Significantly smaller archive size (compressed from 174.5 to 73.5~98.4 GB, depending on selected components)
- Installation takes (any single language, no optional videos): from ~35 minutes (on 24-threads CPU + SSD) up to ~2 hours 20 minutes (4-threads CPU + HDD)
- After-install integrity check so you could make sure that everything installed properly
- HDD space after installation: up to up to 174.5 GB
- Language can be changed in game settings
- Repack uses XTool library by Razor12911
- At least 2 GB of free RAM (inc. virtual) required for installing this repack
🌍 Setting & World
- The game is set in a fictionalized version of Mexico, showcasing extreme diversity in terrain and environment. Wikipedia+2Forza+2
- The map is 50% larger than Forza Horizon 4’s map. It includes jungles, beaches, deserts, snowy mountains, a volcano, ancient ruins like Mayan temples, canyons, cities such as Guanajuato, and many more biomes. Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3TechRadar+3
- Weather and seasons are dynamic; Mexico’s geography allows multiple kinds of climate and weather patterns to occur simultaneously or in different regions.
👍 Pros & What Players Like
- Stunning and varied game world with lots to explore – visuals, scenery, landmarks are highly praised.
- Great sense of freedom: you can race, drive around social/exploratory stuff, do stunts, or just cruise and admire the world.
- Strong customization both for cars and for making your own content (EventLab, etc.).
- Regular updates keep it fresh. Players like new cars, events, seasonal stuff.
👎 Limitations & Criticisms
- On older hardware (Xbox One etc.), performance and visuals aren’t as strong. Some graphics/detail modes are scaled down.
- Some players mention issues with online connectivity or servers occasionally.
- Because of the vastness and number of features, sometimes things can feel overwhelming or cluttered, especially for new players.
