Forza Horizon 4 Adds Classic Mazdas
Forza Horizon 4 recently added the 1973 Mazda RX-3 and the 1972 Mazda Cosmo to its roster of virtual race cars. Here’s a look back at these classic cars — and how you can unlock them in the game. Meet the Mazda Cosmo In 1967, Mazda released the Cosmo. It was Mazda’s first foray into […]
Mid-Engine Corvette Stingray Debuts on Forza Horizon 4
Forza Horizon 4 just made the mid-engine C8 Corvette Stingray available to players. Here’s a closer look at the virtual version of this sought-after sports car. Have a Lead Foot? See why gap coverage might be right for you Your own virtual Corvette The new ‘Vette is part of Forza Horizon 4’s Season 31 update. […]
The Vehicle Customization in Forza Horizon is Insane
Forza gives you control over virtually everything.
You Can Now Race the Ford Ranger Raptor in Forza Horizon 4
If you’re one of the many, many folks who was disheartened to hear that the Ford Ranger Raptor won’t be making the leap to the United States (at least not for this generation, that is), then you may be able to take some comfort the next time you pick up your sticks and turn on […]
[Photos] Ford Ranger Raptor is Coming to Europe, Forza Horizon 4
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Rumors were swirling in August as Ford was set to debut a new performance vehicle at Gamescom. What would it be? Given its truck-like proportions, many speculated that it could be a revamped Fusion or even a new C-MAX. But, as it turns out, the mysterious vehicle that very much looked like a Ford Ranger […]
Forza Horizon Lets You Get Behind the Virtual Wheel of a Hot Wheels Car
Forza Horizon to add brand-new Hot Wheels expansion pack in May
As a kid, one of my favorite PC games was Hot Wheels Stunt Track Driver. The opportunity to control a digital version of the miniature model cars as you sped through the iconic orange track at eye-level perspective was positively delightful. Programming and design have evolved in the two decades since then, and the graphics […]
Cadillac CTS-V to be Featured in New Forza Horizon 3 Video Game
Do you love the Cadillac CTS-V sedan and dream about one day being able to drive it? Well, Microsoft is helping to turn that dream into a reality with its recent announcement that the new Cadillac CTS-V will be included in the upcoming Forza Horizon 3 video game. Planning A Road Trip? Don’t forget these 4 […]
Forza Horizon 2 Competition Winner Receives 2016 Mazda MX-5…Then So Does His Opponent
Man, we need to play more video games. Mazda recently concluded the Mazda MX-5 Challenge, where competitors raced for victory on Forza Horizon 2 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) with the presentation of a brand-new 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata to David Goss of Missouri, who had defeated Colton Miller of Indiana. Great news for […]
Drive Dom Toretto’s Charger R/T Via the Furious 7 Car Pack for Forza Horizon 2
While I wouldn’t recommend hopping inside a 1970 Charger R/T and parachuting out of a C-130, I still believe everyone should experience some of the Fast & Furious franchise cars the way the film’s stars have—fast and furiously. Now is your chance with the Furious 7 car pack for Forza Horizon 2, which is available […]
Congrats to Jeff Reachard, Winner of Mazda’s Forza Horizon 2 Livery Contest
Back in December, Mazda launched a contest to design a digital livery for the release of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata (which is now available for download on Xbox One, along with three other MX-5 special editions). The competition encouraged video game players to take the 1994 MX-5 Miata in Forza Horizon 2 and follow […]
Win a 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Forza Horizon’s Time Trials Rivals Contest
Get your hands on a brand-new roadster in Mazda's button-pushing contest!
Have you heard about the Mazda MX-5 four-car-pack you can download for free? Forza Horizon 2 is releasing an exclusive, complimentary package featuring four iconic Mazda Miatas for players to test drive on their Xbox Ones: the 1990 Mazda MX-5, the 2005 MaAZDASPEED MX-5, the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Super 20 SEMA concept, and the upcoming […]
Download Stylish 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata for FREE on Forza Horizon 2
Want a free car? Who doesn’t! While Mazda and Microsoft aren’t giving away the real thing, they’re teaming up to offer an exclusive free download of the redesigned 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Forza Horizon 2. You can see in-game footage of the red-hot MX-5 in Forza Horizon 2 in the sneak peak trailer below. […]
Color a Mazda Miata on Forza Horizon 2, Win an Entertainment Package
If you’ve ever felt the auto industry game overlooks creative designers in favor of predictable engineers, now’s your chance to show everyone what designers can do. From the comfort of your own living room, you can flex your composition muscles and win a nice entertainment package in the process. You might even get to present […]
Ford Brings Forza Focus RS, GT to Gamescom (With Help from the Stig)
Ford is at Gamescom this week in Cologne, Germany, and because of its very visible presence in the world of video game racing, it made sure to make a good impression on the folks attending. Not only did Ford bring the cover vehicle for Forza Motorsport 6, the all-new GT supercar, but it also showed […]
Cadillac Commemorates 20 Years of V-Series Performance
The average consumer likely isn’t aware of Cadillac’s racing history. But the brand recently started another year in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and FIA World Endurance Championship earlier this month. Ahead of those competitions, Cadillac started a year-long celebration of its V-Series performance vehicles, which reach their 20th anniversary in 2024. Primed Performance: See […]
Top 10 Rainy Day Activities for Car Geeks
If you’re a true gearhead, you view the weekend as a prime time for attending car shows, going on joy rides, or working on your car in the driveway. Unfortunately, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. Gusting winds and deluges of rain might thwart your tinkering or cruising plans. You might even be tempted to just […]
4 Interesting Driving Mechanics in Video Games
Lots of games make driving a major focus, but some developers go the extra mile by crafting unique, interesting mechanics.
Did My New Chair Make Me Better at Racing Games?
I recently set out to see if my new desk chair could improve my performance in three racing games. Here are the results of that experiment.