Forza Horizon

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Pommygranite

14,264 posts

217 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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Question if anyone can help. Mrs PG kindly bought me FH for Xmas. Loaded it up and seems as if the computer controls the opening salvos a lot: can anyone say:

- I thought that a few of my FM4 cars would transfer over - does this happen and if so when?
- do I get a garage?
- any tips on how to get into it?

For reference I've just won the Mustang v Mustang race and been offered choice of sti or EVO to buy.


JayT

10,974 posts

158 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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Hi, hopefully I can help:

I got the FREE FM4 cars later on, and I am unsure of this is normal but I got them after a while.

Also, the garage is in that big circle where the race central, marketplace, paint shop and a place called Dan's Garage - go to Dan's garage and it will be the last option at the bottom.

See above! smile

I went for the STI but cannot comment on which is the better buy as never needed the EvoX.

JB!

5,254 posts

181 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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I went for the Evo X.

You get bonus cars for having a FM4 account when you go to race central I think?

wst

3,494 posts

162 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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I went for the Subaru as the Evo sounded crap in the demo...

RobTVR.

2,393 posts

150 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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^^^^
What are you two talking about? Are there free goodies available or something? biggrin

JayT

10,974 posts

158 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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RobTVR. said:
^^^^
What are you two talking about? Are there free goodies available or something? biggrin
No, one of the first races requires you to buy another car with 4WD as the VW that you start the game with would not be suitable.

The two cars that you can opt for are either the STI or the EvoX. smile

CleverDucky

291 posts

165 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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I got this off my sister today, and am really enjoying it. Ive found its nice to drive around in manual, then switch to automatic for racing. Is nice, but would prefer some more adjustments. Is the ph car club on this aswell?

Remagel2507

1,456 posts

193 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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January Recaro Car Pack officially announced, launched on Jan 1st

of course none of us had any idea what cars would be in it whatsoever smile

2012 Cadillac Escalade ESV
For some, owning an Escalade is synonymous with saying, “I’ve arrived.” Big, luxurious, and reveling in ostentatious style, the Escalade is as in your face as it is difficult to find a parking place for. Whether you are looking for something to take on a road trip on the hundreds of miles of open road in “Forza Horizon’s” Colorado, or looking for an intimidating ride to fill up your opponent’s rear view mirror, the Escalade fits the bill.



1983 GMC Vandura G-1500
One of the most versatile vehicles in “Forza Horizon,” the GMC Vandura is undoubtedly a fan favorite. From throwing its bulk around in multiplayer online games to being an ideal canvas for Forza painters, the Vandura can do it all. The Vandura’s versatility has endeared it to automotive fans for decades. So dress it up with your favorite livery then roll the streets of Carson to let everyone know: the van is back!


2012 Lotus Exige S
For 2012, the Exige S gained some mass, adding a little over 500 pounds to its otherwise feather-light curb weight. Thankfully most of that weight is due to the much larger V6 that delivers more than a hundred additional horsepower. The Exige S is nimble as ever but delivers significantly faster acceleration and a much higher top speed than the base Exige, making this driver’s car even more appealing to performance fanatics.


2012 Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition
With only fifty units planned for production, the LFA Nürburgring Edition is a rare bird; a specially track tuned edition aimed at potential owners who intend on driving their LFA competitively. The “Forza Horizon” edition doesn’t come with a free night at Motorsport Hotel Nürburgring like the real one does, but it does include the bump in horsepower, Recaro race seats, a recalibrated closer shifting transmission, and a fixed rear wing. The result is a car that’s as unforgettable behind the wheel as it is when you watch it pass by.



2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR
This carbon fiber constructed, 617-horsepower exotic sport-GT is the product of the relationship between Mercedes-Benz and McLaren. The result is nothing less than astounding--lightning quick acceleration, optimum weight distribution, and unparalleled safety. The SLR is refined and stylish, but let’s not forget that barely tamed AMG twin screw powerplant, which is the heart and soul of this angry beast.



1995 Ford Mustang Cobra R
A good sign of a car’s track potential is when you have to show a valid racing license to order one. Such was the case with the Cobra R. First, the folks at Ford’s Special Vehicle Tuning group lightened the new Mustang wherever possible then they dropped in an SVT-tuned, 5.8-liter Windsor V8. Brake cooling ducts replaced the fog lights and the suspension was improved to keep up with the potential of the 300 horsepower under the hood. Pull up to any stoplight and anyone who recognizes the distinctive shape of its proud hood will surely not even try. If they do you can easily make them pay for their foolishness by choking on your tire smoke and exhaust fumes.


and for season pass holders
2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster—Season Pass bonus car
Pagani hand crafts some of the finest super cars in the world. For those who want to let the wind blow back their hair at up to 217 mph, the Cinque Roadster is the perfect choice. Built of carbon-titanium—that’s carbon fiber weaved with titanium strands—the Cinque is lightweight and strong. Thanks to the massive intake’s location just above the cockpit, the rush of air combined with the bespoke Iconel and titanium exhaust bellows a glorious V12 chorus. Only five were built, so driving one in Forza Horizon will be the closest most will ever come to the real thing.


Can't wait for the Zonda, but I'm a bit confused as although I couldn't see any physical cars like you could for the ones in this new car pack, I still have NEW markers by Audi, Ferrari, Lambo, and Mini

Video : http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedd...
http://forzamotorsport.net/en-US/news/January_Reca...

Edited by Remagel2507 on Tuesday 25th December 22:36

JayT

10,974 posts

158 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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Is there going to be a FREE car like on the FM4 car packs.. scratchchin

Remagel2507

1,456 posts

193 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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JayT said:
Is there going to be a FREE car like on the FM4 car packs.. scratchchin
Yes this month its the Mustang

TomN94

2,401 posts

159 months

Tuesday 25th December 2012
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Yay, Cinque is all well and good, but, if they are just going to keep the roof up as the picture suggests, why they hell didn't they model the coupe with the larger air intake?

RobTVR.

2,393 posts

150 months

Wednesday 26th December 2012
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Dalto123 said:
RobTVR. said:
Come on guys, there must be someone who has one of these cars in their garage who is willing to spend a minute uploading them....

Pleeeeassseeee.... Pretty pleeeeassseeee....


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I havent really answered to this thread, wasnt too sure if many PH'ers actually still play this game?

Is there a PH club then that you want the cars to be uploaded to? If so the Lamborghini Murcielago is yours smile
Ah yes, there is a Pistonheads club that you will need to join and then you can upload to the club garage. I wouldn't bother if it's going to be too much trouble though. smile

I'm not exactly sure how you join though, i think you need the club ID thingy which is 'xxPH'.

m8rky

2,090 posts

160 months

Wednesday 26th December 2012
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Given up on this now,not even as good as TDU1.Had more fun in 10 minutes back on Forza 4 in my 2litre VTEC Honda Jazz than the last 3 weeks on Horizon,disappointed.

ukzz4iroc

3,228 posts

175 months

Wednesday 26th December 2012
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The handling is dumbed down Codemasters style. Forza 4 full fat is where it's at. Always has been.

Remagel2507

1,456 posts

193 months

Wednesday 2nd January 2013
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Anyone tried out any of the new DLC cars? I've only got as far as downloading it yet but I did notice the rental garage has a lot more of the newer cars, meaning you can test them before you actually buy.

On another note I also got gifted a RUF and a Fiesta neither of which I have used yet.

Also on the 15th the Honda pack will be launched
http://forzamotorsport.net/en-US/news/2013_Civic_S...

And at some point so will the M135i which may explain why there is a NEW symbol for BMW but no actual car yet

http://forums.forzamotorsport.net/forums/1/5831919...

Edited by Remagel2507 on Wednesday 2nd January 16:54

TomN94

2,401 posts

159 months

Thursday 3rd January 2013
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Quite like the new DLC, the SLR needs more supercharger sound though, and the Cinque sounds absolutely terrible, unless you put the Zonda R engine in.

DannyScene

6,636 posts

156 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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Ok, I took the plunge and bought Horixon for £25 from Game, If I had to say which I prefered I'd deffinately say Forza4.

I cannot get on with the traffic cars on the game, they seem to turn into you when your doing a top speed run down the highway, very annoying, also the lack of tuning is really starting to wind me up

The number of cars available compared to Forza4 is also very dissappointing

Horizon seems like a well engineered Need for Speed IMO not a new Forza title

Think I'll be going back to Forza4

BaronVonVaderham

2,317 posts

148 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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When are they going to release the "Streets of Knightsbridge" DLC?

RobTVR.

2,393 posts

150 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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BaronVonVaderham said:
When are they going to release the "Streets of Knightsbridge" DLC?
Now that would be cool.

topalwaysdown

809 posts

190 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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It would be The Getaway all over again biggrin I reckon I could find my way around London fairly well, even though I've never been before, purely from the hours I put into that game.