Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Seen@E3: A McLaren P1 (for real this time)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/12/seen-e3-a-mclaren-p1-for-real-this-time/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/12/seen-e3-a-mclaren-p1-for-real-this-time/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/12/seen-e3-a-mclaren-p1-for-real-this-time/#comments
Earlier this week, we posted a photograph of two McLaren supercars. We mistakenly thought they were the McLaren P1, the car that Microsoft used to promote Forza Motorsport 5 during its E3 press event. They were, in fact, McLaren MP4-12Cs. It was an egregious error, and for that we apologize.

Imagine our surprise, though, when we spotted a genuine McLaren P1 at Microsoft's E3 booth today. To make up for our mistake, we took lots of pictures and a nice video. We showed it to Jordan Mallory, Joystiq's senior car enthusiast, and this time he died. Just straight-up died.

Gallery: Seen@E3: A McLaren P1

JoystiqSeen@E3: A McLaren P1 (for real this time) originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-motorsport-5mclarenmclaren-p1microsoftturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxWed, 12 Jun 2013 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Seen@E3: A pair of McLaren MP4-12Cs]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/11/seen-e3-a-pair-of-mclaren-p1s/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/11/seen-e3-a-pair-of-mclaren-p1s/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/11/seen-e3-a-pair-of-mclaren-p1s/#commentsImage Outside of its E3 press briefing, Microsoft had two McLaren MP4-12C cars emblazoned with Forza Motorsport 5 logos. We've been made to understand that these are very impressive cars. We went to Jordan Mallory, Joystiq's resident car lover, for some expert commentary.

When shown the photograph above, a single tear rolled down Mr. Mallory's cheek, at which point he looked away from the screen, staring wistfully into the distance. He has not spoken since.

Update: These are MP4 12Cs, not P1s.

JoystiqSeen@E3: A pair of McLaren MP4-12Cs originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 11 Jun 2013 06:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-motorsport-5kinectmicrosoftturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxTue, 11 Jun 2013 06:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 5 to feature a 'Drivatar' that races while you're away [Update: trailers!]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/10/forza-5-to-feature-drivatar-that-races-while-youre-away/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/10/forza-5-to-feature-drivatar-that-races-while-youre-away/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/10/forza-5-to-feature-drivatar-that-races-while-youre-away/#comments Forza Motorsport 5 will include a "Drivatar" cloud-based feature, as announced at Microsoft's E3 press briefing today. A player's Drivatar is a personal profile that races while players are away, accruing points for players that aren't actually playing the game at the time.

The game was initially announced at Microsoft's Xbox One reveal event in May as a launch title for the system.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 5 (E3 2013)

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JoystiqForza 5 to feature a 'Drivatar' that races while you're away [Update: trailers!] originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>drivatare3-2013forza-motorsport-5microsoftturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxxbox-oneMon, 10 Jun 2013 13:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Xbox One official game box design unveiled]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/24/xbox-one-official-game-box-design-unveiled/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/24/xbox-one-official-game-box-design-unveiled/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/24/xbox-one-official-game-box-design-unveiled/#commentsXbox One official game box design unveiled Microsoft repre-soldier Major Nelson confirmed the box designs for Xbox One games by showing off how copies of the newly announced Forza Motorsport 5 will look. Much like how the Wii U went bold with blue, the Xbox One design is gallant in green.

The Forza 5 design also reveals the logo of BBC motorcar show Top Gear. Forza 4 featured Top Gear content, and so will Forza 5, apparently. You can check out the full box art by speeding on past the break.

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JoystiqXbox One official game box design unveiled originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>box-artforza-motorsport-5microsofttop-gearturn-10-studiosxboxxbox-oneFri, 24 May 2013 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon 'Meguiar's Car Pack' DLC puts pedal to metal March 5]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/26/forza-horizon-meguiar-s-car-pack-dlc-puts-pedal-to-metal-march/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/26/forza-horizon-meguiar-s-car-pack-dlc-puts-pedal-to-metal-march/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/26/forza-horizon-meguiar-s-car-pack-dlc-puts-pedal-to-metal-march/#comments
The Forza Horizon monthly rollout of shiny new DLC drives continues with Meguiar's Car Pack', which is revving up for a March 5 release. The DLC comes without cost to those with the game's season pass, while other can gain access via a 400 MSP pit stop.

The six cars included are the 2013 Audi RS4 Avant, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG, the 2013 BMW M135i, the 2003 Ferrari Challenge Stradale, the 2004 Peugeot 206 RC, and the 1998 Nissan R390. If you're looking to take the DLC out for a test drive, the Nissan R390 is a free sample this month. Meanwhile, season pass owners get the 2010 Joss JT1 as a bonus.

Gallery: Forza Horizon (March Meguiar's Car Pack)

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JoystiqForza Horizon 'Meguiar's Car Pack' DLC puts pedal to metal March 5 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 26 Feb 2013 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DLCforza-horizonmicrosoftmicrosoft-studiosplayground-gamesturn-10-studiosXBLMxboxxbox-liveTue, 26 Feb 2013 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon 'February Jalopnik car pack' DLC hits the open road Feb. 5]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/01/forza-horizon-february-jalopnik-car-pack-dlc-hits-the-open-roa/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/01/forza-horizon-february-jalopnik-car-pack-dlc-hits-the-open-roa/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/01/forza-horizon-february-jalopnik-car-pack-dlc-hits-the-open-roa/#comments
Six rides are being added to Forza Horizon on Tuesday: the 2013 Subaru BRZ, '91 Ferrari 512 TR, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser, '70 Nissan Datsun 510, and '73 Mazda RX-3. The pass is included with the game's Season Pass or separately for 400MS Points ($5). As a special bonus, the '66 Ford Country Squire will be free for all speed demons.

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JoystiqForza Horizon 'February Jalopnik car pack' DLC hits the open road Feb. 5 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 01 Feb 2013 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The new year is on the Forza Horizon (ho ho ho) given that January 1, 2013 sees a bunch of new downloadable cars come to Turn 10 Studios' racer. OK, that's definitely the last time we'll use that joke this year. 2013 is an entirely different matter.

The January Recaro pack features six cars, including the 2012 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 1983 GMC Vandura G-1500, 2012 Lotus Exige S, 2012 Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR, and the 1995 Ford Mustang Cobra R. It's priced at 400 MSP, but Season Pass holders get it for free, along with the 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster as a bonus treat.

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JoystiqForza Horizon is bringing in the new year with January Recaro Car Pack originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 25 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DLCforza-horizonmicrosoftplayground-gamesturn-10-studiosXBLMxboxTue, 25 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon crashes to $14.99 on Microsoft Store [update: other offers too!]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/22/forza-horizon-crashes-to-14-99-on-microsoft-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/22/forza-horizon-crashes-to-14-99-on-microsoft-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/22/forza-horizon-crashes-to-14-99-on-microsoft-store/#comments Forza Horizon crashes to $1499 on Microsoft StoreTime to be thankful for the Microsoft Store, which is now offering Forza Horizon for a measly $14.99. Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios' racer released just under a month ago, so 75 percent off its regular price is brimming with Black Friday goodness.

Jordan got revved up for Forza Horizon in his review, speeding all the way to four out of five stars. He said that, while there are a lot of "little, annoying things" about it, Forza Horizon is "a massive toy chest full of hyper-accurate hot wheels."

Update: As commenter JoshHandrich notes, Microsoft Store has a few other handsome Black Friday offers, the lot neatly collected here. Standouts include Dance Central 3 ($14.99), Borderlands 2 ($24.99), NFS: Most Wanted ($24.99), and Dishonored ($24.99).

JoystiqForza Horizon crashes to $14.99 on Microsoft Store [update: other offers too!] originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>black-friday-2012forza-horizonmicrosoftmicrosoft-storeplayground-gamesturn-10-studiosxboxThu, 22 Nov 2012 08:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon 'Bondurant Car Pack' DLC coming Nov. 6]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/02/forza-horizon-bondurant-car-pack-dlc-coming-nov-6/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/02/forza-horizon-bondurant-car-pack-dlc-coming-nov-6/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/02/forza-horizon-bondurant-car-pack-dlc-coming-nov-6/#comments Though we suspect you'll be busy doing donuts in Master Chief's Warthog on November 6, the date also marks the release of the "Bondurant Car Pack" for Microsoft's other first-party fall release, Forza Horizon.

Priced at 400 Microsoft Points on the Xbox Live Marketplace, the November DLC includes a six-pack of new vehicles to augment the moments our review called "incredibly beautiful." But who needs to stop and smell the roses when you can inhale the sweet fumes of a 1965 Shelby Cobra or that 2012 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon? (Okay, we probably should have used the new Lamborghini Gallardo as our second example.)

Full list and details on the new rides can be seen after the break.

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JoystiqForza Horizon 'Bondurant Car Pack' DLC coming Nov. 6 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 02 Nov 2012 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DLCDownloadable-Contentforza-horizonmicrosoftMicrosoft-StudiosTurn-10Turn-10-StudiosXBLMxboxXbox-Live-MarketplaceFri, 02 Nov 2012 23:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon drives today into a much better place]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/23/forza-horizon-drives-today-into-a-much-better-place/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/23/forza-horizon-drives-today-into-a-much-better-place/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/23/forza-horizon-drives-today-into-a-much-better-place/#comments
Hey, Timothy, remember when we talked about wanting a modern Knight Rider game but with a sultry-sounding lady car? Well, Timbo, it looks like someone's been paying attention.

JoystiqForza Horizon drives today into a much better place originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 23 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-horizonmicrosoftplayground-gamesturn-10-studiosxboxTue, 23 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: Forza Horizon demo is go go go, also new screens and dev diary]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/09/psa-forza-horizon-demo-is-go-go-go-also-new-screens-and-dev-di/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/09/psa-forza-horizon-demo-is-go-go-go-also-new-screens-and-dev-di/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/09/psa-forza-horizon-demo-is-go-go-go-also-new-screens-and-dev-di/#comments PSA Forza Horizon demo is go go goThe Forza Horizon demo is now live on Xbox Marketplace, waiting for you to buckle up and drive it like crazy. All of which means the game is now on the horizon, releasing as it is on October 23. Alright, we promise that's the last 'horizon' pun we'll make*.

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JoystiqPSA: Forza Horizon demo is go go go, also new screens and dev diary originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Forza Horizon launches on the Xbox 360 October 23, but a few weeks before then you'll be able to get behind the wheel early with a demo on October 9. Available free to Xbox Live Gold subscribers for the first week and everyone else after, the Forza Horizon demo will feature a few missions, several of which will be Rivals mode-compatible - you'll be able to compare demo deeds with your Xbox Live friends.

A section of Forza Horizon's sandbox map will be unlocked in the demo and all those who download then purchase the game on October 23 will get a custom 2013 SRT Viper GTS "designed to highlight Forza Horizon's 'gone-gold' status."

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JoystiqForza Horizon demo pulls into Xbox Live October 9 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>demoforza-horizonmicrosoftmicrosoft-studiosplayground-gamesturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxMon, 01 Oct 2012 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon gets a Season Pass, $50 for access to all DLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/25/forza-horizon-gets-a-season-pass-49-99-for-access-to-all-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/25/forza-horizon-gets-a-season-pass-49-99-for-access-to-all-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/25/forza-horizon-gets-a-season-pass-49-99-for-access-to-all-dlc/#comments Forza Horizon gets a Season Pass, $4999 for access to all of the game's DLCMicrosoft has announced a Season Pass DLC plan for the upcoming Forza Horizon, the latest entry in the racing series that is set in a virtual representation of the state of Colorado. The Season Pass will cost $50 USD (or 4,000 Microsoft Points), and grant access to the game's Expansion Pack set to arrive in December.

Season Pass holders will also nab each of the six car packs as they're released over the next year, as well as five exclusive Season Pass vehicles and a batch of launch day rides. Turn 10 will reveal all of these cars gradually on its Twitter feed. The Season Pass (which represents a 17 percent saving on all of this content) will be available for purchase on October 23, right when the game turns the key for launch.

In addition, we've got tracklists for each of the game's three radio stations, all churning out tunes during the in-game "Horizon Festival." Have a look at the songs, after the break.

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JoystiqForza Horizon gets a Season Pass, $50 for access to all DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 25 Sep 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>car-packscontentdlcexpansion-packforzaforza-horizonmicrosoftplayground-gamesseason-passturn-10-studiosxboxxbox-liveTue, 25 Sep 2012 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon post-launch plan includes monthly car packs, first 'expansion pack' on Dec. 18]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/18/forza-horizon-post-launch-plan-includes-monthly-car-packs-first/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/18/forza-horizon-post-launch-plan-includes-monthly-car-packs-first/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/18/forza-horizon-post-launch-plan-includes-monthly-car-packs-first/#comments Turn 10 and Playground Games will aim to stock the Forza Horizon virtual garage with monthly car packs, design director Ralph Fulton has revealed. There will also be expansion packs, the first of which will launch on December 18.

"What we're really excited about is some expansion packs we have coming, the first of which will launch on December 18th and that will really extend the experience you can have in Forza Horizon," Fulton told Gamerzines. He also confirmed a demo would eventually come to Xbox Live, which seems fitting since it's a Microsoft-published game and also cars.

JoystiqForza Horizon post-launch plan includes monthly car packs, first 'expansion pack' on Dec. 18 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Forza Horizon takes things off the track into the wilds of Colorado, where for the first time in the series players will have to deal with traffic, sometimes even at night. Just for fun, we like to imagine that every SUV on the road is full of nuns on their way to nun school.

JoystiqForza Horizon dev diary races against the world originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 08 Sep 2012 04:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-horizonmicrosoftplayground-gamesturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxSat, 08 Sep 2012 04:45:00 EST<![CDATA[September Pennzoil car pack rolls into Forza 4]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/07/september-pennzoil-car-pack-rolls-into-forza-4/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/07/september-pennzoil-car-pack-rolls-into-forza-4/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/07/september-pennzoil-car-pack-rolls-into-forza-4/#comments

The 11 cars now available in September's Pennzoil car pack for Forza Motorsport 4 are all pretty ... slick. For 560 MS Points ($7) you'll get a couple of Vipers, an Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale and a '53 Corvette, just to name a few. The full list of the cars can be seen past the break.

Players that picked up a season pass for the game will have to shell out money for this DLC pack, as the last add-on to be included in the pass launched in April. New Community Monthly Rivals Mode events, including one that features the Pennzoil-sponsored Vipers, accompany this new release.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 4 (September Pennzoil Pack)

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JoystiqSeptember Pennzoil car pack rolls into Forza 4 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 07 Sep 2012 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-studiospennzoilpennzoil-car-packturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxFri, 07 Sep 2012 02:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Taking the road less traveled in Forza Horizon]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/30/taking-the-road-less-traveled-in-forza-horizon/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/30/taking-the-road-less-traveled-in-forza-horizon/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/30/taking-the-road-less-traveled-in-forza-horizon/#comments Forza Horizon marks the franchise's first foray into an open-world setting. It's hinged on a fictional racing festival in Colorado, where anyone can show up with their ride and chase the kind of immortality known only to Paul Walker and Vin Diesel. Playground Games, a new outfit composed of former Bizarre Creations and Codemasters folks, is developing the game under supervision of longtime Forza custodian Turn 10 Studios.

Turn 10's Dan Greenawalt equates Forza Horizon to Coachella or Bonnaroo, a grassroots festival celebrating the culture and style of its particular scene. The Horizon festival provides the vehicle (sorry!) for gameplay, a smattering of different race types and challenges wrapped in a diverse campaign.

Gallery: Forza Horizon (August Preview Tour)

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JoystiqTaking the road less traveled in Forza Horizon originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-horizonmicrosoftmicrosoft-studiosplayground-gamesturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxThu, 30 Aug 2012 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Horizon collector's edition, pre-order goodies revealed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/11/forza-horizon-collectors-edition-pre-order-goodies-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/11/forza-horizon-collectors-edition-pre-order-goodies-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/11/forza-horizon-collectors-edition-pre-order-goodies-revealed/#comments Forza Horizon hooks up early adopters with a code for a free whip, instantly available in Forza Motorsport 4: the 2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392. If you pre-order Forza Horizon at a participating US retailer and don't own Forza Motorsport 4, you can also select from one of four exclusive cars to download and use in Forza Horizon on launch day, October 23: a 2012 Aston Martin Virage, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia, or a 2010 Nissan 350Z.

Should you decide to pre-order, you'll have the option of Forza Horizon's standard package (stick shift, cloth seats, AM/FM radio) or you can opt into the more limited edition package. Forza Horizon's collector's edition includes a steelbook case, and VIP membership branding you as a special player in the community and granting access to exclusive DLC and in-game events. VIPs will be able to download a special five-car DLC pack on day one, additional liveries and a progress token that instantly unlocks more advanced cars in career mode.

Gallery: Forza Horizon (Limited Collector's Edition)

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JoystiqForza Horizon collector's edition, pre-order goodies revealed originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 11 Jul 2012 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>collectors-editionlimited-editionmicrosoftplayground-gamesturn-10turn-10-studiosvipvip-membershipxboxxbox-liveWed, 11 Jul 2012 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[2013 SRT Viper GTS rolls into Forza 4 as free DLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/23/2013-srt-viper-gts-rolls-into-forza-4-as-free-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/23/2013-srt-viper-gts-rolls-into-forza-4-as-free-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/23/2013-srt-viper-gts-rolls-into-forza-4-as-free-dlc/#comments 2013 SRT Viper GTS rolls into Forza 4 as free DLCThe common man can't afford an ultra-sexy car like the 2013 SRT Viper GTS, now available for download in Forza Motorsport 4. A vehicle like the Viper is the equivalent of car porn on wheels, loaded with elegant curves and 640 horsepower under the hood.

Still, anyone can play Forza 4 and download this DLC pack for the Viper free of charge, but will have to dole out in-game credits or car tokens to obtain this beast in career mode.

Joystiq2013 SRT Viper GTS rolls into Forza 4 as free DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 23 Jun 2012 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2013-srt-viperforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftturn-10turn-10-studiosViperxboxSat, 23 Jun 2012 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Fame is always just over the Forza Horizon]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/10/fame-is-always-just-over-the-forza-horizon/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/10/fame-is-always-just-over-the-forza-horizon/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/10/fame-is-always-just-over-the-forza-horizon/#comments Forza Horizon previewRalph Fulton of Playground Games was very insistent that Forza Horizon is not, in fact, an arcade racing game. It may take place in an open-world version of Colorado, may be free from traditional Forza career modes and may feature a youth-focused licensed soundtrack (read: dubstep), but the actual driving is built on Forza's physics engine.

The problem with arcade-style racing games, according to Fulton, is that the appeal of racing different vehicles is lost due to the fact that all cars have to handle roughly the same in order to preserve an "arcade" feel. By using Forza's existing physics engine, Playground Games hopes to circumnavigate this problem and preserve the series' pedigree for for automotive accuracy.

That being said, the only car featured in the demonstration I saw was the 2013 SRT Viper, and as it was a hands-off demonstration, I was unable to compare its handling with my experience driving similar cars in previous Forza games. What I can say, is that the Viper did more than its fair share of drifting around Colorado's mountain roads, and that it racked up wicked popularity points doing so. See, in Forza Horizon, you're not just driving around for the hell of it. You're driving to get famous.

Gallery: Forza Horizon (E3 2012)

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JoystiqFame is always just over the Forza Horizon originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 10 Jun 2012 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>e3-2012forzaforza-horizonkinectmicrosoftmicrosoft-studiosplayground-gamesturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxSun, 10 Jun 2012 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Porsche joins Forza 4 lineup today]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/22/porsche-joins-forza-4-lineup-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/22/porsche-joins-forza-4-lineup-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/22/porsche-joins-forza-4-lineup-today/#comments Porsche was not included in the launch of Forza 4 due to complications with EA, who had the license at the time. But Porsche makes its return to the Forza franchise today (as promised) with the Porsche Expansion Pack DLC.

The Porsche Expansion Pack is available to download right now for 1600 MS Points ($20) in Forza 4, and adds 30 new rides to the virtual garage and new Porsche events in World Tour and Rivals modes.

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JoystiqPorsche joins Forza 4 lineup today originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 22 May 2012 23:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinectkinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-gamesporscheporsche-expansion-packturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxTue, 22 May 2012 23:55:00 EST<![CDATA[2013 SRT Viper pulls into Forza 4's garage this summer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/07/2013-srt-viper-pulls-into-forza-4s-garage-this-summer/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/07/2013-srt-viper-pulls-into-forza-4s-garage-this-summer/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/07/2013-srt-viper-pulls-into-forza-4s-garage-this-summer/#comments
The latest car to join Forza 4's immense garage is special because you can't buy it yet. If you want to test-drive it in a video game, however, that's entirely possible. Turn 10 Studios has announced the 2013 SRT Viper will be available in the upcoming Viper DLC pack, which has yet to be dated and priced.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2013-srt-viperforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinectkinect-forzamicrosoftturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxSat, 07 Apr 2012 16:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 4 update raising level cap to 999 tomorrow]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/05/forza-4-update-raising-level-cap-to-999-tomorrow/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/05/forza-4-update-raising-level-cap-to-999-tomorrow/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/05/forza-4-update-raising-level-cap-to-999-tomorrow/#comments The level cap in Forza 4 will be increased dramatically to level 999 via an online update, which should be a welcome change for racing fans stuck at a mere level 150. It fixes a number of bugs and adds some fresh whips, and should be available tomorrow.

"Players are putting in a lot more hours than they ever did in Forza 3," Greenwalt boasted during a Forza 4 behind-closed-doors session at Microsoft's annual showcase event in San Francisco last week. He said that the level cap of 150 was initially designed to be unattainable within a span of 9-12 months, but found that the most diehard players had hit that goal within four months of launch.

How long will it take to hit the new max? We don't know, but we're happy to race you to it.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-4forza-motorsport-4kinectkinect-forzamicrosoftturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxMon, 05 Mar 2012 16:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Porsche makes its Forza 4 debut in May]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/05/porsche-makes-its-forza-4-debut-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/05/porsche-makes-its-forza-4-debut-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/05/porsche-makes-its-forza-4-debut-in-may/#comments Porsche was absent from the racing lineup in Forza 4, much to the disappointment of many series fans -- including Turn 10 creative director Dan Greenwalt. It was with visible pleasure, then, that Greenwalt announced the return of the iconic German roadsters at an Xbox showcase event last week.

Set to arrive in May, the Porsche Expansion Pack -- priced higher than the usual DLC, Greenwalt said -- adds 30 new cars to the game, seven of which are entirely new to the series Greenwalt wouldn't go into specifics on the lineup, but confirmed the Porsche Expansion Pack adds 20 new Porsche events, fully integrated into the main campaign, and brings the total number of cars available in Forza 4 to 625.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-4forza-motorsport-4kinectkinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-gamesturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxxbox-showcase-2012xbox-spring-showcase-2012Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[How Turn 10 sources cars for (dis)play in Forza]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/17/how-turn-10-sources-cars-for-dis-play-in-forza/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/17/how-turn-10-sources-cars-for-dis-play-in-forza/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/17/how-turn-10-sources-cars-for-dis-play-in-forza/#comments
The Forza 4 devs at Turn 10 pride themselves on their obsessive attitude about car modeling. If you ever wonder where they start with getting the cars looking so nice, watch the video just above.

JoystiqHow Turn 10 sources cars for (dis)play in Forza originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 17 Feb 2012 01:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>car-sourcingforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-studiosturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxFri, 17 Feb 2012 01:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 4's Jalopnik pack coming in January]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/27/forza-4s-jalopnik-pack-coming-in-january/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/27/forza-4s-jalopnik-pack-coming-in-january/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/27/forza-4s-jalopnik-pack-coming-in-january/#comments
In addition to this week's host of deals, Major Nelson has revealed that Forza 4's Jalopnik DLC pack is heading to the track starting January 3. The Jalopnik DLC is chosen by the editors of Jalopnik.com, and has become something of a tradition in Forza games. The pack includes ten new cars (including your dad's 1970 Alfa Romeo Montreal) for a cool 560 Microsoft Points ($7.00), or free for season pass holders.

Check out screens of the DLC over at (where else?) Jalopnik.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-studiosturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxTue, 27 Dec 2011 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Xbox Live savings, day 7: Forza 4 content discounted]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/xbox-live-savings-day-7-forza-4-content-discounted/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/xbox-live-savings-day-7-forza-4-content-discounted/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/26/xbox-live-savings-day-7-forza-4-content-discounted/#comments You've got yourself a brand new copy of Forza Motorsport 4 from Grandma, a full day off from work for holidays, and a general attitude of not accepting standard pricing, right? Perfect, because Microsoft is offering major discounts -- today only -- on Forza 4 content over Xbox Live, including that "Drifter Race Suit" your Avatar has been asking for.

Okay, okay, the normally $30 "season pass" is also being discounted to $22.50, while last month's "November Speed Pack" is also lowered in price to 280 MS Points ($3.50) from 560. That Drift Racer suit is also half off but, you know, you probably don't need that. No matter what your Avatar tells you.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>12-days-of-dealsforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-studiosseason-passturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxxbox-live-marketplaceMon, 26 Dec 2011 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[12 Days of Joyswag: 250GB Xbox 360 with Kinect, Forza Motorsport 4, and Wireless Speed Wheel]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/25/12-days-of-joyswag-250gb-xbox-360-with-kinect-forza-motorsport/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/25/12-days-of-joyswag-250gb-xbox-360-with-kinect-forza-motorsport/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/25/12-days-of-joyswag-250gb-xbox-360-with-kinect-forza-motorsport/#comments Another year, another 12 days of holiday giveaways! Between now and Christmas Day, we're doing the one thing that makes us feel truly alive: giving. Specifically, we're giving you fine folks some of the swag we've managed to collect in our cluttered home offices. And the good will and merriment doesn't stop here! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Facebook for even more chances to win!

It's Christmas morning and, while we long ago lost the ability to be surprised by a video game console under the tree, that doesn't mean you have to be. So we're plopping this bundle under all of your virtual trees. Alas, thanks to the laws of "physics" there can be only one winner who gets the 250GB Xbox 360 Kinect bundle, the Wireless Speed Wheel, and Turn 10's Forza Motorsport 4 to help you put all this gear to good use. Head past the break for details on how to enter.

Oh, and Happy Festivus!

Continue reading 12 Days of Joyswag: 250GB Xbox 360 with Kinect, Forza Motorsport 4, and Wireless Speed Wheel

Joystiq12 Days of Joyswag: 250GB Xbox 360 with Kinect, Forza Motorsport 4, and Wireless Speed Wheel originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 25 Dec 2011 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Last month's delivery of DLC vehicles to Forza 4 may not have been enough for you. It was lacking something, perhaps? A certain whiff of editorial sponsorship? This month's pack should have you more than covered, with gaming site IGN teaming up with game developer Turn 10 and publisher Microsoft to release the "December IGN pack." Suddenly "November Speed Pack" sounds much more exciting than it did last month, eh?

Like November's DLC pack, this month's will come with 10 cars from across the automotive spectrum, from a modded, modern Mazda RX-8, to a not-so-modded (or modern) Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio Verde. We'll let you guess which one of those goes faster! Also like November's pack, this one is gratis should you already own the game's $30 "Season Pass," or 560 MS Points ($7) otherwise.

Head past the break for a full list of the cars.

Continue reading Forza 4's next DLC features 10 new cars for $7, arrives on Dec. 6

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What, the hundreds of high-powered sports cars of Forza Motorsport 4 weren't enough to sate your autophillic desires? Oh, and you've already purchased the game's $30 Season Pass? Then you'll be happy to hear that another 10 cars are being added to the game via November's "Speed Pack." And they're free to you, you big Season Pass holder, you.

For the rest of us, the pack runs 560 MS Points ($7), and includes everything from Lamborghini's 2012 Aventador LP700-4 to .... uh ... Ford's 2013 Focus ST. Hey, it's a fast little sport coupe! The pack becomes available this coming Tuesday, November 1, on Xbox Live Marketplace.

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JoystiqForza 4's 'November Speed Pack' roars to Xbox Live on Nov. 1 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The wheel is even compatible with PC and PS3, if you've got other racing games, and the pedals are also compatible with PC via an optional USB cable. Take a gander at the goods in the gallery below.

Gallery: Forza 4 (Fanatec CSR peripherals)

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JoystiqFanatec's Forza 4 accessories now up for pre-order originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 30 Sep 2011 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fanatecforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftpedalpedalsperipheralsshifterturn-10-studioswheelwheelsxboxFri, 30 Sep 2011 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Motorsport 4 gets a $30 season pass, redeemable for six DLC packs]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/22/forza-motorsport-4-gets-a-30-season-pass-redeemable-for-six-dl/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/22/forza-motorsport-4-gets-a-30-season-pass-redeemable-for-six-dl/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/22/forza-motorsport-4-gets-a-30-season-pass-redeemable-for-six-dl/#comments Turn 10 Studios has announced that it will sell a Season Pass for Forza Motorsport 4, giving players access to six DLC packs the developer plans to launch over the next year. The ticket is priced at $29.99 -- a 30 percent discount from the combined prices of the six expansions -- and comes with a bonus American Muscle car pack on launch day. Is $30 too much to spend on a Coronet Super Bee? God, we hope not.

The six DLC packs in question will launch between November 2011 and April 2012, which might be too slow a drip for the high-octane, Forza-consuming audience. We suggest Turn 10 hold off on releasing any of the DLC, and then, in the middle of February: Booyah, a thousand new cars.

Continue reading Forza Motorsport 4 gets a $30 season pass, redeemable for six DLC packs

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftMicrosoft-Game-Studiosseason-passturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxThu, 22 Sep 2011 10:43:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 4 demo coming October 3, trailer reveals]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/21/forza-4-demo-coming-october-3-trailer-reveals/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/21/forza-4-demo-coming-october-3-trailer-reveals/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/21/forza-4-demo-coming-october-3-trailer-reveals/#comments The above image comes courtesy of Eurogamer, who noticed the demo date was attached to the end of a trailer that was released on Xbox Live yesterday. You can view the trailer for yourself by queuing it up for download on your Xbox 360 here.

Of course, no exact demo contents were revealed, but we're betting that come October 3, it'll mostly be an equal mix of asphalt and cars. Call it a hunch.

JoystiqForza 4 demo coming October 3, trailer reveals originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Given that we're not the learned gearheads we'd like to be, you'll excuse us if we assume Forza 4's newest track, Infineon Raceway, is a neverending, brightly colored race track. The trailer above, however, shows us that ... we should probably have just Wikipedia'd it.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 4 (Infineon Raceway)

JoystiqForza 4 heads to Infineon Raceway in latest trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-4forza-motorsport-4infineon-racewaykinect-forzamicrosoft-studiosturn-10turn-10-studiosThu, 08 Sep 2011 00:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 4 creative lead: game missing Porsches due to lack of access from EA]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/25/forza-4-creative-lead-game-missing-porsches-due-to-lack-of-acce/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/25/forza-4-creative-lead-game-missing-porsches-due-to-lack-of-acce/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/25/forza-4-creative-lead-game-missing-porsches-due-to-lack-of-acce/#comments Despite the inclusion of Porches in previous Forza Motorsport titles, Forza 4 won't feature any vehicles from the German sports car company. In a FAQ posted to the official Forza website, Turn 10 creative director Dan Greenwalt explained, "EA couldn't see their way towards collaborating again," though it seems that it wasn't for lack of trying on Turn 10's part. EA currently has licensing exclusivity arrangements with Porsche, similar to the publisher's deal with the NFL. With Need for Speed: Shift becoming its own sim racing franchise, it seems EA could be pushing back on the Forza folks.

"We've asked our contacts at EA to reconsider their position frequently and regularly over the last 18 months," Greenwalt said. "We also reached out to various influential people in gaming to lobby on our behalf, but that was to no avail." Though he said that his employer and EA have worked out sub-licensing deals before, this time EA wasn't on board -- regardless of how hard Turn 10 lobbied.

In total, the game will be lacking 35 Porsche models, replaced with an unnamed cadre of "new makes and models." Greenwalt's lament is palpable in his conclusion, where he apologized to series loyalists: "Fans shouldn't have to think about any of this -- you should just be able to drive Porsches and Ferraris in the games you love. Porsche makes wonderful cars and I'm sorry that we won't have them in Forza 4." EA had yet to respond to request for comment as of publishing.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dan-greenwalteaelectronic-artsforza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftporscheturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxThu, 25 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza Motorsport 4 debuts Hockenheim track at Gamescom]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/16/forza-motorsport-4-debuts-hockenheim-track-at-gamescom/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/16/forza-motorsport-4-debuts-hockenheim-track-at-gamescom/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/16/forza-motorsport-4-debuts-hockenheim-track-at-gamescom/#comments No, Hockenheim isn't some made-up word -- it's a famous race track in Germany. What better place than the country's annual games show to debut the latest making-of video for Forza 4?

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A lot of work goes into creating a course in Forza Motorsport 4. Turn 10 Studios toured the Bernese Alps, taking countless photos to recreate the famous mountain range. See a recounting of that process in this developer diary.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-game-studiosmicrosoft-gamesturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxThu, 04 Aug 2011 22:30:00 EST<![CDATA[No one car should have all that power (in Forza Motorsport 4)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/13/no-one-car-should-have-all-that-power-in-forza-motorsport-4/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/13/no-one-car-should-have-all-that-power-in-forza-motorsport-4/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/13/no-one-car-should-have-all-that-power-in-forza-motorsport-4/#comments It's the 21st century, folks. And whether or not you're "doing something mean to it" like our main man Kanye, you may want to take a peek at a new trailer featuring a variety of powerful vehicles.

JoystiqNo one car should have all that power (in Forza Motorsport 4) originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>e3-2011forza-4forza-motorsport-4gameplaykanye-westkinect-forzamicrosoftmicrosoft-studiospowerracingturn-10turn-10-studiosxboxWed, 13 Jul 2011 23:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Forza 4 Limited Collector's Edition packs exclusive cars, 96-page 'Top Gear' guide]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/27/forza-4-limited-collectors-edition-packs-exclusive-cars-96-pag/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/27/forza-4-limited-collectors-edition-packs-exclusive-cars-96-pag/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/27/forza-4-limited-collectors-edition-packs-exclusive-cars-96-pag/#comments Forza 4 now comes in Limited Collector's Edition flavor, or at least it will when the game launches this October. The LCE boasts a 96-page photo book, no less than 4 bonus car packs, vinyl stickers, an exclusive BMW Dashboard theme, and "special recognition in the Forza community."

As far as the cars go, the "VIP Pack" grants 5 of the world's fastest and least pronounceable cars, including the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera and the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. Your garage will also come stocked with 10 of history's "best classic American muscle cars," although those vehicles have yet to be specifically named. You'll also land the previously announced "Ship Bonus" pack, as well as an unknown number of customized BMW whips that will also be available as day-one DLC.

Cars of Forza Motorsport 4 Presented by Top Gear is a 96-page gallery of auto-erotica, highlighting the game's many vehicles via images from Top Gear's "extensive" collection and color commentary from the publication's editors. This mirror's the game's Autovista mode, where Top Gear's Jeremy Clarkson says (presumably) hilarious and British things about cars. No pricing information has been given, but we assume it'll probably still be cheaper than buying an actual Koenigsegg.

[Thanks, Mircu!]

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>forza-4forza-motorsport-4kinect-forzalimited-collectors-editionLimited-Editionmicrosoftturn-10-studiosxboxMon, 27 Jun 2011 11:18:00 EST<![CDATA[First copies of Forza 4 include five extra cars, pre-order bonuses revealed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/27/first-copies-of-forza-4-include-five-extra-cars-pre-order-bonus/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/27/first-copies-of-forza-4-include-five-extra-cars-pre-order-bonus/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/27/first-copies-of-forza-4-include-five-extra-cars-pre-order-bonus/#comments Despite the fact that retailers will assuredly have plenty of extra copies of Forza 4 when it arrives at retail, perhaps you're interested in pre-ordering the game long before its planned fall launch? Well that's just peachy, 'cause today Microsoft announced pre-order bonuses that folks can pick up at a variety of retailers.

Unfortunately -- as has become de rigeur as of late -- rather than making it so fans of the series can actually acquire all the pre-order items that they're nicely plunking down money for ahead of time, various retailers have exclusive in-game content that can only be attained through a pre-order at their stores. In essence, this means that folks who pre-order Forza 4 at Target are locked out of the bonuses being offered at Amazon, GameStop, Walmart, and Best Buy... at least, unless the retailer DLC is offered later through XBLM.

At very least, fans who pick up the game (at any store) around its launch later this year will snag a quintet of free vehicles in the "Ship Bonus" car pack, listed alongside the aforementioned pre-order items below the break. The car pack will only be free to folks purchasing the "first production run" of Forza 4, so be sure to choose your fastest supercar for shuttling to the local brick and mortar.

Gallery: Forza Motorsport 4 (Pre-order Cars)

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