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The Metacritic has gone up again to 91 (from 84 to 90 to 91). That makes it equal to Forza 4, from 5 years ago. The next racing competition is 2009's Forza 3. As far as I can see it's the highest rated racing game on any platform in 7 years.

Both the original Forza and Forza 3 are at 92. If it can somehow get up there that would be incredible.

 

[SmartWaffles]

Ok thx for the info but just to be sure, i just have to changed the region for the window store ? Because i read that on the microsoft page :

That only applies when you actually move your physical location. And I really never ever see someone unable to use their Windows Store apps even if they moved.

 

[CentralScrutinizer]

Forza is one of those series that made me buy an Xbox One after originally owning other consoles. I'm glad this is yet another fantastic racing game for the system. I love me a good racer.

 

[cyber_ninja]

And reviews in general have been much tougher this gen than last. For a racing game to be at 91 Meta now days is extremely impressive.

My thoughts exactly. Can't wait to play it.

 

[Doikor]

Sweet.

Also, the pink lakes that I see on the Forza map, are those salt flats? I know that Aus has the blue salt flats...

Nah they are based on these https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pink_Lake_(Western_Australia)
The color is caused by alga. But yeah it is a salt lake.

 

[Omnii-chan]

That's a lot of near perfect scores, fuck.

Currently 91 on metacritic. It'll be the Xbox One's highest scoring exclusive.

My new W10 PC should be up and running right on time for launch. Can't wait to play Horizon at 60fps.

 

[CrazE]

Both the original Forza and Forza 3 are at 92. If it can somehow get up there that would be incredible.

I'd consider that done! Throw that crap review out and I'm sure it sits at a 92. I still think metacritic needs to throw out the highest score, one of the 100's.. and the lowest score. And score every thing in-between.

 

[oneida]

I haven't read anything about this game. Why should I get it instead of Forza 6 or Forza Horizon 2? sell me please!

 

[TheKeyPit]

91 on metacritic, but graphics are still meh.

 

[Zeknurn]

Not having a Xbox One S Forza Horizon bundle is a big missed opportunity tbh.

 

[Boudica]

Why can't I play this game now? Why do I have to wait till the 22nd? The game has been fully installed on my One for a week now, just let me play it MS!

 

[Snkfanatic]

91 on metacritic, but graphics are still meh.

Well done. lol

 

[Slayer-33]

91 on metacritic, but graphics are still meh.

Wut?

For the scope of the game?

 

[jbug617]

Jeff Gerstmann just talked about it on the Bombcast. He really likes it but he said he is waiting till he gets to play the PC version before writing a review. His problem is about the showcase races but other than that he recommends the game.

 

[Septic360]

91 on metacritic, but graphics are still meh.

There's a racer out there that puts visuals above everything else. You can feel free to play it

 

[psychotron]

Wut?

For the scope of the game?

It's a joke. Someone said that about the game a while back.

 

[ThePeoplesBureau]

91 on metacritic, but graphics are still meh.

 

[SmartWaffles]

Wut?

For the scope of the game?

It's a joke.

There's a racer out there that puts visuals above everything else. You can feel free to play it

Hey I like that racer

 

[TheKeyPit]

It's a joke. Someone said that about the game a while back.

Graphics are meh but the performance looks decent enough.

.

 

[eso76]

No review of the PC version yet right ?
A bad port would be heartbreaking at this point

 

[blakep267]

Not having a Xbox One S Forza Horizon bundle is a big missed opportunity tbh.

Ehh, a Minecraft bundle is a much better option from a sales perspective

 

[psychotron]

.

There it is, lol.

 

[JoJo UK]

Ok thx for the info but just to be sure, i just have to changed the region for the window store ? Because i read that on the microsoft page :

I purchased digital gift cards from the Singapore Microsoft store using my paypal account, bought the digital edition digitially from the website and am currently pre loading on my XB1. When I visit the store on my W10 laptop I can click on manage and download the game (not going to, will try on PC when wife if off it and report back). One thing however if I can't see any option to download the VIP pack on the laptop, only on XB1. I'll be pretty pissed if thats the case (it does say I own it on the W10 store).

EDIT: Obviously if M Nelson / anyone MS related reads any of that I'm totally just making it all up and stuff....

Amazing that a company who appears to be bored of making racing games, could make the best critically recieved racer of the generation.

/s

Yeah, imagine if they tried!

 

[Lego Boss]

Both the original Forza and Forza 3 are at 92. If it can somehow get up there that would be incredible.

Needs dat Edge 10 doe

 

[shandy706]

I haven't read anything about this game. Why should I get it instead of Forza 6 or Forza Horizon 2? sell me please!

Forza 6 is a Sim, but approachable. Just track racing. It shouldn't be too expensive.

Get FH2 if you're looking to save money. It's great.

FH3 sounds like it's a bigger blast than 2, so if funds are no big deal, go ahead and grab it.

 

[Karak]

Didn't you mention an unannounced game in one of the HDR threads? Is this announcement coming soon?

I did and not sure. I will have to contact the companies. Its not just one.

As for HDR on PC for this. They told me no. But I just asked again.

 

[Stinkles]

Have played both of those and no code yet

They are rolling out in phases and waves. And you had to have played in a certain window, but it's not unusual that you don't have it yet.

 

[RadialBlur]

No review of the PC version yet right ?
A bad port would be heartbreaking at this point

According to PC Gamer, PC codes haven't been made available yet.

http://www.pcgamer.com/forza-horizon-3-impressions-from-the-xbox-one-version/

And yes, a bad port would make me cry. Haven't played a great arcade racer in a while and I've been waiting on this since seeing it demoed at E3.

 

[Salty Hippo]

There's a racer out there that puts visuals above everything else. You can feel free to play it

 

[blakep267]

Needs dat Edge 10 doe

It'll probably need more than that. Giant bomb will probably give it a 4/5. I can't see them giving a perfect score

 

[CentralScrutinizer]

I did and not sure. I will have to contact the companies. Its not just one.

As for HDR on PC for this. They told me no. But I just asked again.

Hopefully ff15 is one of them.

Also, can't wait to see this game in HDR.

 

[Omnistalgic]

This looks really fun, although I don't get the wow amazing graphics posts, are people talking about the PC version? Or is it just watching trailers and stuff on an iPhone not doing it justice? Regardless this and Gears goes in my wishlist. Picking up a cheap X1 once Scorpio launches for the exclusives.

 

[CentralScrutinizer]

This looks really fun, although I don't get the wow amazing graphics posts, are people talking about the PC version? Regardless this and Gears goes in my wishlist. Picking up a cheap X1 once Scorpio launches for the exclusives.

I play games on ps4 and Xbox one and the demo for this game looked top notch. One of the best looking console games I've ever seen.

 

[Apoleptica]

I'm cancelling my preorder for this game.

Spoiler

And upgrading to the ultimate edition instead

 

[ekim]

I haven't read anything about this game. Why should I get it instead of Forza 6 or Forza Horizon 2? sell me please!

Simply try the demo for FH3. There is also a demo for FH2.

Forza 6 is a circuit sim racer. horizon is open world and not as serious.

 

[ekim]

I did and not sure. I will have to contact the companies. Its not just one.

As for HDR on PC for this. They told me no. But I just asked again.

Oh so it's an announcement for HDR on a known game? I thought it was about a completely new one.

 

[Omnistalgic]

I play games on ps4 and Xbox one and the demo for this game looked top notch. One of the best looking console games I've ever seen.

Meh...I dunno. Same thing people were saying about DC, I thought it looked pretty good nothing like the first time I saw Gears of war or UC2 tho lol... forum hype I guess.

Expectations in check

 

[chromatic9]

You can tell playground got bored when making this and started to obsess over environments.

 

[El-Pistolero]

Currently 91 on metacritic. It'll be the Xbox One's highest scoring exclusive.

And it had to be Playground. MS has an excellent partner in these guys : Reliable, consistent and pretty efficient.

 

[Karak]

Oh so it's an announcement for HDR on a known game? I thought it was about a completely new one.

I dont think I indicated either. And won't sorry
in that post I was actually talking about HDR being in Forza H3 PC. As they did not seem to change their stance but someone said they did.

 

[Colbert]

Is there a way to get this a bit cheaper on PC?

MS Store Singapore. Requires credit card valid abroad. I bought the deluxe digital edition for 60 € (MSRP: 90 € in my country).

 

[CrazE]

Jeff Gerstmann just talked about it on the Bombcast. He really likes it but he said he is waiting till he gets to play the PC version before writing a review. His problem is about the showcase races but other than that he recommends the game.

Why would he do that? Will the PC version bring down his score for the console version? Is he playing both versions and then going to write his thoughts on both combined for a score? That seems odd.

 

[Putty]

I will wait it out for a year then bag the Scorpinho version at a gazillion K's per second...yes, I'm a patient type...

 

[ScientificPizza]

I don't care if some outlets review a game low for whatever reason, but that IBTimes review beginning with claiming that playground are just bored with forza and cars seems irresponsible

Why would he do that? Will the PC version bring down his score for the console version? Is he playing both versions and then going to write his thoughts on both combined for a score? That seems odd.

They don't do platform specific reviews and take into account all versions of the game. Always have

 

[Strootman]

Ibtimes gave no man's sky a 9/10.

Ok.

 

[Hockeymac18]

I had already been sold on this game from playing FH1, FH2, and the amazing FH3 demo - but it's awesome to see PG getting some recognition in the critical acclaim department. They deserve it - they're among the best devs in the business today, without a doubt.

Happy to see these scores.

 

[Bsigg12]

Ibtimes gave no man's sky a 9/10.

Ok.

Lol what did they give previous Forzas or other racing games in the last year?

 

[Zeknurn]

Ehh, a Minecraft bundle is a much better option from a sales perspective

No doubt, but that bundle doesn't sell me one.

 

[LostDonkey]

Any word on the PC preload?

 

[Strootman]

Lol what did they give previous Forzas or other racing games in the last year?

I don't know, I won't click on their site...