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Speculation has surrounded the release date of the eighth instalment of Forza Motorsport: After having initially been announced to launch in spring 2023, the release of the title has been pushed back indefinitely - until now: At the Xbox Games Showcase, October 10th has been announced for Forza Motorsport's launch, which features a first for the series.
Microsoft's answer to the Gran Turismo franchise used to be an Xbox exclusive until the release of Forza Horizon 3. The Motorsport part of the series has been available on PC since Forza Motorsport 7, but only via the Xbox store. A Steam version was never available - the upcoming game is going to change this by following in the footsteps of Forza Horizon 4 and 5, which have been among the most played games on Steam in April and May 2023, by being available in the Steam Store as well in addition to the Xbox Series X|S version.
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New Career Mode & Multiplayer Elements
Also shared was a first look at some of the game's features and content. Forza Motorsport will introduce a new career mode called "Builders Cup", which focuses on the idea of building and upgrading cars to gain an advantage over the competition. A deep dive including gameplay and full walkthrough of the mode will be showcased on June 13th, 6pm UTC - keep an eye on Twitch, YouTube and Steam for this.Meanwhile, multiplayer events are set to see a change in structure. Featured Multiplayer events takes inspiration from race weekends while also allowing custom-built event structures. To try and create a more competitive and clean online environment, driver and safety ratings are introduced as well.
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Select Cars & Tracks Unveiled
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Of course, the car roster is an essential part of any Forza game. Over 70 cars have been confirmed as part of the Xbox Games Showcase, including the cover stars Cadillac V-Series.R - which finished in third and fourth overall at the 2023 Le Mans 24 Hours - and the 2024 Corvette E-Ray. More than 500 cars are going to be available when Forza Motorsport launches.
To take the cars that have been revealed so far, a dozen circuits have also been announced, including iconic venues such as Spa-Francorchamps, Le Mans and Indianapolis. Two fictional courses are also among the locations, namely the returning Maple Valley and the all-new Hakone Circuit.
Suzuka Circuit is among the twelve confirmed tracks of Forza Motorsport. Image Credit: Microsoft/Turn 10 Studios
All circuits are going to feature full day-night cycles and weather, as well as racing surfaces that rubber in over time.
Of course, the car roster is an essential part of any Forza game. Over 70 cars have been confirmed as part of the Xbox Games Showcase, including the cover stars Cadillac V-Series.R - which finished in third and fourth overall at the 2023 Le Mans 24 Hours - and the 2024 Corvette E-Ray. More than 500 cars are going to be available when Forza Motorsport launches.
To take the cars that have been revealed so far, a dozen circuits have also been announced, including iconic venues such as Spa-Francorchamps, Le Mans and Indianapolis. Two fictional courses are also among the locations, namely the returning Maple Valley and the all-new Hakone Circuit.
Suzuka Circuit is among the twelve confirmed tracks of Forza Motorsport. Image Credit: Microsoft/Turn 10 Studios
All circuits are going to feature full day-night cycles and weather, as well as racing surfaces that rubber in over time.
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