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Is Forza Horizon 5 safe for your child?

Age guide

10+

We advise Forza Horizon 5 from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).

5-8
Younger children can enjoy Forza Horizon 5 in solo mode, focusing on exploring the open world and driving various cars without competitive pressure.
9-12
Children in this age group might start participating in races and challenges, appreciating the car customization options and diverse environments.
13-15
Teenagers often delve into online multiplayer races and competitive events, utilizing advanced tuning and livery creation features to express themselves.
16+
Older players may engage in sophisticated car tuning, participate in community events, and create intricate custom liveries to share with other players.

Forza Horizon 5 is an open-world racing game set in a vibrant and expansive fictionalized Mexico. Players can explore diverse landscapes, participate in various racing events, perform stunts, and customize a vast collection of cars.

Age guide
10+
Overall risk
4/10
Violence
1/10
Toxic behaviour
3/10
Stranger contact
5/10
Addiction risk
8/10
Language
2/10
Influence
4/10

What parents should know

Forza Horizon 5 is an open-world racing game known for its stunning graphics and extensive car customization. While the core gameplay is generally appropriate, online multiplayer includes user-generated content and potential interactions with strangers. Managing online features and monitoring in-game purchases are important for a safe and controlled experience.

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Forza Horizon 5 age rating and parents guide: common questions

What age rating is Forza Horizon 5?

Parentwise puts Forza Horizon 5 at 10+. We advise Forza Horizon 5 from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 1/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 5/10 and addiction risk 8/10.

Can a 10 year old play Forza Horizon 5?

Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Forza Horizon 5 (10+). Children in this age group might start participating in races and challenges, appreciating the car customization options and diverse environments.

Can a 12 year old play Forza Horizon 5?

Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Forza Horizon 5 (10+). Children in this age group might start participating in races and challenges, appreciating the car customization options and diverse environments.

Can a 13 year old play Forza Horizon 5?

Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Forza Horizon 5 (10+). Teenagers often delve into online multiplayer races and competitive events, utilizing advanced tuning and livery creation features to express themselves.

Is Forza Horizon 5 appropriate for kids?

Forza Horizon 5 is an open-world racing game known for its stunning graphics and extensive car customization. Parentwise rates Forza Horizon 5 overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 5/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.

Is Forza Horizon 5 family friendly?

Forza Horizon 5 sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. While the core gameplay is generally appropriate, online multiplayer includes user-generated content and potential interactions with strangers.

Forza Horizon 5 parents guide: what should a parent know first?

Forza Horizon 5 is an open-world racing game known for its stunning graphics and extensive car customization. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (5/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).

Is Forza Horizon 5 safe for kids?

We advise Forza Horizon 5 from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). While the core gameplay is generally appropriate, online multiplayer includes user-generated content and potential interactions with strangers.

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