Playstation5 is coming strongly this 2025. Surprisingly, Xbox is bringing in Forza Horizon 5 this upcoming spring on PlayStation 5 as part of expansion. So, here’s everything you can expect from Forza Horizon 5 PS5 arrival.

Xbox’s Multiplatform Strategy Takes Shape

Now, what’s with the Forza Horizon 5 PS5 expansion? Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox, shared that there are no “red lines” when it comes to franchise ports. This ultimately led to their decision to bring in the beloved racing Forza Horizon 5 on another platform. 

Xbox began this approach way back in early 2024 with titles such as Sea of Thieves, Hi-fi Rush, Grounded, and Pentiment. For Forza Horizon 5, Panic Button developed the port together with Turn 10 Studios and Playground Games. Good thing, that the PS5 version will play exactly as the other versions on various platforms. Players can expect to see content like Car Packs, Hot Wheels, and Rally Adventure. 

Why Expand to Other Platforms?

Xbox has been strategic with this decision to bring Forza Horizon 5 to PS5. This follows after some challenges in game titles achieving target numbers. Recently, Microsoft’s overall gaming revenue and console sales for Indiana Jones and Great Circle dropped nearly 30%. This is despite their player base growing to 4 million. 

With Xbox expansion, they can tap into new markets to feature their game titles. Other than that, they can also generate additional revenue from their older titles. By bringing in their titles to other platforms, they can attract new players to bring on Xbox. 

Potential Future Xbox Game Ports

Will Forza Horizon 5 be the only game breaking through the PS5 platform? The answer is certainly no as more games are coming in from varying genres. There were rumors of other Xbox exclusives to potentially star in PlayStation. Some of the anticipated ports for 2025 were the following:

  • Halo: The Master Chief Collection
  • Gears of War series

Some industry insiders such as Windows Central’s Jez Corden and Nate the Hate suggest more Xbox franchises will come. Halo: MCC might potentially arrive in PlayStation and Nintendo Switch 2 as well. 

Exciting PS5 Games to Look Forward To in 2025

PS5 owners have plenty of things to celebrate besides Forza Horizon 5 expansion this 2025. While players might still have to wait until spring, they can anticipate these titles in the meantime. Definitely, watch out for these games that will bring a different flavor to your gaming sessions:

    • Civilization 7 (February 11)
    • Monster Hunter Wilds (February 28)
    • Assassin’s Creed Shadows (March 20)
    • Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (March 20)
    • GTA 6 (Tentative 2025 Release)
  • Death Stranding 2
  • Elden Ring: Nightreign
  • Marvel’s Wolverine
  • Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater Remake

The Broader Gaming Landscape

Platforms are now moving beyond their space with this multiplatform approach they’ve been doing. This changes how game publishers see game distribution in the current gaming market. They’re now on their way to making titles more accessible despite competing platforms such as Xbox to PlayStation. 

With the blurring barriers, players will get to experience other gameplay that they’ve been missing. Plus, this offers flexibility in their gaming experiences as they can play previous Xbox exclusives. 

Conclusion

Now you know everything about Forza Horizon 5 PS5 arrival along with other game titles that were Xbox exclusives. Countdown the days as it is scheduled to come in the upcoming spring on PlayStation 5. So, which games coming soon were your picks to try