Forza Horizon 5: Different Edition Detailed

After recently dropping one of the best racing games from Microsoft, Forza Horizon 4its sequel, Forza Horizon 5remains the primary choice for non-sim racing fans. The game takes players on an exciting journey through a beautifully fictional version of Mexico.

If you are thinking of picking up Forza Horizon 5you will choose from several editions. Deciding which edition best suits your preferences can be overwhelming when all you want to do is jump in and enjoy the game. The guide below aims to simplify this decision and help you easily choose the right edition.

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Standard Edition details for Forza Horizon 5

A car driving on a dirt road to the beach

The Standard Edition is exactly what it sounds like – it contains basic game and nothing more. Players will not get bonus items, exclusive cars or access to major expansions. However, if you want to jump into the game without any extras, the Standard Edition is a solid choice.

It's usually priced at $59.99, but it regularly goes on sale, making it an even more attractive option for newbies.

Forza Horizon 5 Deluxe Edition details

Several Forza Horizon 5 racers have reached Sandy Peak in Mexico

The Deluxe Edition takes the standard edition up a notch including Car Pass in addition to the base game. Car Pass gives players access 42 DLC cars at a discounted pricewhich offers a variety of exciting vehicles to enhance their experience. However, some players feel that having these cars from the start can reduce the sense of progression in the game.

The Deluxe Edition is usually priced at $79.99but that price can be dramatically reduced on sale (it's available for just $39.99 during the winter sale at the time of writing, which is a great deal). Yet there is one edition that offers even more to dedicated fans.

It's worth noting that the Car Pass does not provide access to all DLC cars; some of the newer autopacks are not part of the pass. Additionally, the Deluxe Edition does not include the game's main expansion.

Premium Edition details for Forza Horizon 5

Premium Edition is final package for players who want the most content the game has to offer. As the most comprehensive edition, it also comes with the highest price tag. Regular price for $99.99it's a great idea to wait for a sale (at the time of writing it's available for $49.99 during the winter sale, making it an excellent value for those looking for a complete Forza Horizon 5 experience).

The Premium Edition includes the following:

Basic game
Welcome package
Car Pass
VIP membership
Hot Wheels expansion
Rally Adventure expansion

Welcome Pack (part of Premium Edition)

The Welcome Pack is an excellent choice for new players as it provides a useful boost to get you started. This package includes:

Five special pre-tuned cars
Player's house
Ability to get any car from car show game
Three common or rare items of clothing

VIP Membership (included in Premium Edition)

If the Welcome Pack and Car Pass aren't enough to sway you, the VIP membership might seal the deal. With VIP membership you get:

Three exclusive cars from the Forza edition
Unique car horn
Toiletries
Crown Flair
Weekly Super Wheelspins
Double credit rewards for races
Another player house for free

Main expansion (included in premium edition)

While the Welcome Pack, Car Pass and VIP Membership offer great bonuses, the real highlights of the Premium Edition are the two main expansions: Hot Wheels and Rally Adventure. Among them, the Hot Wheels expansion is widely regarded as the top DLC offering exciting and imaginative tracks that enhance the gameplay.

For players who want to fully immerse themselves Forza Horizon 5 and explore all game content, The Premium Edition is an excellent choice.

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Which edition of Forza Horizon 5 should you get?

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	Standard Edition	Deluxe Edition	Premium Edition
Price	$59.99	$79.99	$99.99
Basic game	✔	✔	✔
Welcome package			✔
Car Pass		✔	✔
VIP membership			✔
Hot Wheels expansion			✔
Expansion of Rally Adventures			✔

Forza Horizon 5 is a massive game that can easily take over 100 hours for players looking to reach 100% completion. That doesn't even include time spent relaxing, exploring the open world, or enjoying the scenery without focusing on missions. Extensions add even more content and enhance the overall experience.

For most players, it is The Standard Edition is more than enough. It offers a full base game that provides a lot of content without the need for any add-ons. However, if you want to experience everything Forza Horizon 5 can offer and you don't mind spending a little more Premium Edition is the best choice — especially when it's available at a discounted price.

The Deluxe Edition, although it includes Car Pass, is not highly recommended. Other cars are nice to have, but not essential to the fun of the game.