Forza Horizon 4 scores 10/10
Forza Horizon 4: Horizon is back and is taking to the streets and countrysides of Britain, thus creating one of the most rewarding and engrossing driving games on any system.
The visuals are superb. The cars are always the star of any car based game and they don't disappoint visually. The 400+ cars are so detailed that the sun beats through the windshield as it would in a real car, while rain realistically patters the glass and along the side windows. The game’s map is full of jaw dropping waterfalls and lush countryside hills.
The game play shines just like its visuals and has you starting out on the countryside of Britain in one of the fastest rides in the world. Horizon has always been a great go to for those looking for something other than the realism and simulation of the Forza Motor-sports series. Horizon offers gamers a new benchmark in open world racing games.
You have some of the best and varied parts of Britain included: the streets of Edinburgh, parts of Scotland, Wales, and Britain, all of which create a rich and diverse place to race. With over 500 roads to explore, Horizon offers endless possibilities for players whereas other games with a similar size map don’t present many options. Whether you want to attempt drifting, focus on breaking speed camera records, or take a try at jumps, Horizon will let you.
Horizon also offers the chance to try street racing, dirt tracks, time trails and more. Its predecessor, Horizon 3, had players complete different races which opened new festivals and races. Now, in Horizon 4, you unlock more of each of the different race and challenges by just completing those events opening new Horizon 4 the game rewards you for sticking with your favourite ride.. Each of the different cars has it's own skills to upgrade which can increase points for drifting, close calls, and more.
Skill points can also be used to upgrade a player’s level. Earn more points by drifting around corners, speeding, destroying parts of the environment, and more.
Each time you obtain enough points to level up you will also get a wheel spin for the chance to win cars, cash, or other items. Properties are a new addition that offers a place for the player to customize rides and unlock perks. Players can get a small house in the countryside or a castle in the heart of town.
These properties also let you fast travel around the large map if you don't feel like driving. With tons of different race types there is no shortage of things to keep you busy for months. There are even online specific modes such as a “king of the hill” type of race and more. The game constantly rewards the player with not only the thrill of racing down slick mountain roads but also with points that unlock more things to do.
Horizon 4 is the closest you can get in terms of perfection. If you’re looking for a racing game that will keep you busy for months - if not years - Horizon 4 is your game. They are even releasing new car packages periodically so you'll never run out things to race in. Horizon 4 gets 10/10. Sascha Heist is a Penticton gamer. Feel free to contact Sascha at sggall@telus.net with gaming questions and more. On XBox One : acehardy13 On PSN: acehardy13