In response to significant layoffs within Microsoft, the company has reassured players that Turn 10 and Playground Games will continue to support both Forza Motorsport and Forza Horizon 5. This announcement came after the controversial layoffs, which affected over 9000 employees across various divisions, leading to the cancellation of several projects. While support for the current titles persists, there is uncertainty about the future of the Forza Motorsport franchise as Microsoft's statement did not clarify any plans beyond Forza Motorsport's current iteration. In addition, Forza Horizon 5 continues to gain traction, recently becoming the highest-selling title on PlayStation 5 after a surprise release on the platform, with over 3 million copies sold thus far.
What does the future hold for Forza Motorsport after the layoff announcements?While Microsoft has confirmed ongoing support for Forza Motorsport and Forza Horizon 5, there is no definitive information regarding future developments or new titles in the Forza Motorsport series following the recent layoffs, leading to speculation among fans.
Forza Horizon 5, part of the popular Forza franchise, is known for its breathtaking open-world racing mechanics and stunning visuals. The game has garnered immense popularity since its 2021 release, particularly due to its availability on Xbox Game Pass, allowing millions to experience it. With its increased visibility following the PlayStation 5 release, the future of the franchise is more visible than ever, but it remains uncertain amidst these corporate changes.
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It’s always a bummer when layoffs cast a shadow over a franchise’s future, but at least Horizon 5’s success proves the fanbase is still hungry for great racing games. Fingers crossed Motorsport gets the green light for another lap soon.
Glad to hear Horizon 5 is still thriving, but it’s wild how corporate shakeups can leave even big franchises like Forza Motorsport in limbo. Here’s hoping the teams behind these games get the stability they deserve.
Horizon 5 crossing over to PlayStation and killing it just shows how great the game is—shame the Motorsport side might be stuck in first gear for a while.