Exploring Horizon Realms in Forza Horizon 5

Here we will be exploring the new game mode, Horizon Realms, and all its included features in Forza Horizon 5.

Horizon Realms in Forza Horizon 5
Horizon Realms in Forza Horizon 5 (Image via Microsoft | PlayStation/YouTube)

Forza Horizon is going through one of their most eventful phases since their launch. This April, Not only is the game releasing on PlayStation 5, a crossover no one ever saw coming, but a new game mode, Horizon Realms, will be seeing its debut as well.

Let us take a look at what new features will come along with it as well as the new trophies that you can collect.

What’s New in Horizon Realms in Forza Horizon 5

All the 12 Horizon Realms in Forza Horizon 5
All 12 tracks in Horizon Realms in Forza Horizon 5 (Image via Microsoft | PlayStation/YouTube)

With Forza Horizon 5’s massive new update and launch, communities are going to come together during this event. Let us take a look at every new feature you will get to see.

New and Re-released Evolving Worlds

With the Horizon Realms game mode, you can now rediscover some of the classic and beloved tracks from previous evolving world updates, as well as a new, exciting track.

Rereleased Location

  1. Stunt Park 
  2. Ice Rink 
  3. Oval Track 
  4. Summer Party 
  5. Neon Airstrip
  6. Día de Muertos 
  7. Winter Wonderland 
  8. Lunar Drift Arena 
  9. Retrowave Highway 
  10. Cars and Coffee 
  11. Stadium Maze

New location

  1. Horizon Stadium Circuit

New Accolade Tab in Horizon Realms

A new Accolade tab will also be introduced, exclusive to the Horizon Realms game mode, featuring over 60 accolades. You will be able to unlock both new and some previously released accolades from the returning Evolving Worlds.

Earning these accolades will help you earn some new sweet wheels for your garage. Completing the unique challenges in store proves rewarding, as four completely new reward cars are up for grabs.

  1. 2024 Lamborghini Revuelto
  2. 2023 Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato
  3. 2018 Lotus Exige Cup 430
  4. 2022 Hennessey Mammoth 6×6

New Game modes in Horizon Realms

Skill Mode

In this game mode, you can enter and challenge yourself to climb the ranks by banking as many skill scores as you can. With every Evolving World, you will be entitled to a separate skill score leadership board as well as a total leadership board encompassing all the points from each realm. So push yourself to be the greatest. You will also unlock new player badges that are unique to the Horizon Realms.

Free Mode

This mode, on the other hand, lets you take a back seat and cruise across the magnificent lands of Forza Horizon 5. You can either enter on your own or with your friends as a convoy and let your wheels spin in leisure. Bask in the fresh scent of your burnt tires with each drift, or just slither past the grassy pastures. It’s your world and your choice. You can also collect badges tied to previous Evolving Worlds.

All New Trophies in Horizon Realms

Reward Cars in Forza Horizon 5
Reward Cars in Forza Horizon 5 (Image via Microsoft | PlayStation/YouTube)

With the release of the new game mode, Horizon Realms, Forza Horizon 5 will be introducing 17 new trophies/achievements as well. This is in line with celebrating the release of the game on PS5 after four years and encouraging new and old players to play and engage in some high-thrill racing action.

For unlocking all the new trophies, you will need to complete the skill mode in each realm, with conditions applying to specific cars for specific trophies. Here is a list of the new trophies.

Trophy NameTrophy DescriptionGamerscore
As the Clock Strikes Midnight Complete Skill Mode at Midnights at Horizon whilst driving any Lamborghini Aventador 20
You Might Need a Map Drive a total of 20 miles at the Stadium Maze in Horizon Realms 10
Time-Wyrm Maintain a speed of 88mph or above for 1 minute at the Lunar Drift Arena in Horizon Realms10
Enter the RealmEnter any Realm in either Free Mode or Skill Mode 10
Master of Realms Complete Skill Mode in every Realm 10
You’re on Thin Ice Complete Skill Mode in the Ice Rink whilst driving the 2015 Volvo V60 Polestar 20
Tidy Little Bow Complete Skill Mode in the Oval Track whilst driving the 2013 KTM X-Bow R 20
Right at Home Complete Skill Mode at Día de Muertos whilst driving any Nissan20
DemolisherEarn 200 Wreckage Skills in Free Mode10
Driving in a… Complete Skill Mode in the Winter Wonderland whilst driving any Lotus 20
Winging It Complete Skill Mode in the Lunar Drift Arena whilst driving any Aston Martin 20
Stunt-tacular Complete Skill Mode in the Stunt Park whilst driving any Hoonigan 20
Party Like It’s 1987Complete Skill Mode at the Summer Party whilst driving the 1987 Pontiac Firebird 20
Keep That Camera RollingTake a photo of 25 different cars in Free Mode10
Drifting, Drifting, DriftingEarn 150 Drift or E-Drift Skills in Free Mode10
Free BirdEarn 100 Speed Skills in Free Mode10
Spanning GenerationsDrive a car from every decade around Free Mode10

Forza Horizon 5 is one of the best racing games right now, and it’s exciting to think about the PlayStation family finally becoming a part of it.


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