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Forza Motorsport
Developer(s)	Microsoft Game Studios
Publisher(s)	Microsoft
Designer(s)
Engine
Latest version	{{{version}}}
Release date(s)	May 3, 2005
Genre	Racing
Mode(s)	Single player, multiplayer
Rating(s)	ESRB: Everyone (E)
Platform(s)	Xbox
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System requirements
Input

Forza Motorsport is a racing simulator video game developed by Microsoft Game Studios for the Xbox gaming system. Since its release it has been heralded as one of the most realistic racing simulators for any of the popular gaming consoles. It was shipped to stores on May 3, 2005.

Many people were confused when Forza was first announced because Microsoft already had a flagship racing game in the form of Project Gotham Racing. The primary difference between the two is that Forza is circuit-based whereas PGR is mainly city-based (although some of the tracks in Forza are present). Forza aims to be a very accurate simulation while PGR has much more of an arcade feel.

Forza is also notable for its ability to model damage to cars, from both a cosmetic standpoint and from a performance standpoint. This changes the way the game is played, in comparison to the Gran Turismo series, as collisions with barriers and other cars will alter the car's handling and acceleration. More noticeably, spoilers and bumpers can be knocked off cars, paint can be scraped off and windows can be shattered. Microsoft did not however, get permission from car manufacturers to depict cars rolling over.

The allure and the longevity of the Forza experience is the sheer breadth and scale of the game. There are 231 cars and 17 track locations over three continents.

Contents 1 Tuning 2 Customization 3 Reaction 3.1 Game Review Scores 4 Sequel 5 External links

Tuning

Each car can be upgraded and tuned in the following categories:

• tuning, fuel and ignition
• intercooler
• turbo-charger
• engine swap
• intake and exhaust
• supercharger
• chassis and drivetrain suspension
• differential
• tyres
• clutch and flywheel
• brake
• weight reduction and transmission
• downforce

Customization

An excellent feature is the ability to change the look of your car. Using the somewhat unwieldy but very powerful toolset you can create some very striking designs.

Reaction

Much like Sony's Gran Turismo, Forza Motorsports' debut was both a commerical and critical success. It sold over 2 million copies worldwide and it received rave reviews from such media outlets like 1UP.com, IGN, Eurogamer and more.

Game Review Scores

• 1UP.com: 10 out of 10 (100%)
• GamePro: 5 out of 5 (100%)
• GameBiz.com: 10 out of 10 (100%)
• GamePlanet.co.nz: 5 out of 5 (100%)
• Electronic Gaming Monthly: 9.83 out of 10 (98.3%)
• Xbox.IGN.com: 9.5 out of 10 (95%)
• GameSpot.com: 9.2 out of 10 (92%)
• GameSpy.com: 4.5 out of 5 (90%)
• EuroGamer.net: 9 out of 10 (90%)

Sequel

Shane Kim, one of Microsoft Game Studios' executives, confirmed that all of their first-party game franchises will definitely have sequels on the Xbox 360 console. Considering Kim's confirmation along with the rave reviews and big sales Forza Motorsport received, there is no reason why a Forza sequel would not be made. Some people speculate that the next installment of Forza Motorsports will be released on Xbox 360 in late 2006 or on early 2007.

External links

• Official Site
• Forzacentral Forums
• Forza Motorsport at MobyGames
• Gametab reviews
• Forza Motorsport Wiki
• Webquad Forums

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