Forza Horizon 5 - Microsoft Xbox One

The sense of speed in Mexico's open world is incredible, and the sheer number of cars to unlock keeps me coming back every night. I’ve already sunk a dozen hours just exploring the map, and the visuals on my Xbox One still manage to impress me.

The variety of biomes from the rainforest to the desert makes every race feel fresh, and I love how the sound system changes as you transition between surfaces. The online co-op events are smooth and surprisingly lag-free, which kept me coming back for more.

I’ve sunk hours into this and the car selection alone keeps me hooked, but the visuals on my Xbox One are what really surprised me—the lighting at sunset makes the open world feel alive. It runs smooth enough that I forget it’s not the newer console.