Forza Motorsport 7

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 137 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • optimization
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Forza Motorsport 7 on the Xbox One X is true 4K racing perfection!
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Forza Motorsport 7 is a racing sports game with stunning 4K graphics and 60fps, offering a wide range of cars, famous destinations, and dynamic track conditions. It features various game modes, improved drift, lighting, and multiplayer, as well as new modes like Tag, Virus, and Pass the IT. The game supports single-player, local and online multiplayer for up to 2 players, and split-screen functionality, making it a comprehensive and engaging choice for car enthusiasts.

  • PC
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Cloud
  • Xbox
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Reviews

82%
Audience ScoreBased on 137 reviews
graphics24 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • The driving mechanics are fantastic, providing great feedback and control, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and veterans.
  • The graphics are stunning, especially on the Xbox One X, with impressive weather effects and a wide variety of cars and tracks.
  • The game offers a lot of content, including a diverse car roster and engaging career mode, ensuring players have plenty to do.
  • The introduction of a homologation system limits car customization and upgrades, which frustrates players who enjoy tuning their vehicles.
  • Microtransactions and loot boxes are prevalent, leading to concerns about the game's monetization strategy and progression system.
  • The AI can be erratic and frustrating, often leading to poor racing experiences, especially in multiplayer modes.
  • graphics32 mentions

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and detail, particularly on higher-end consoles like the Xbox One X, where 4K rendering enhances the experience. However, some users note that the graphics feel similar to those of Forza 6, with mixed opinions on the overall quality, including mentions of glitches and a lack of visibility in certain environments. Overall, the game is recognized for its impressive graphical fidelity, dynamic weather effects, and a vast array of cars and tracks, contributing to an engaging racing experience.

    • “Visuals are astounding.”
    • “Incredible graphics.”
    • “Jaw-dropping visuals, weighty but fun handling model, huge array of cars, great range of tracks.”
    • “The graphics are prettier than ever, but we can't see any of the details of our paint, wheels, etc. because it's dark in our garage... dumb.”
    • “It is literally Forza 6, with the cartoon-style graphics of Horizons, and the glitchiness and sound quality of the original Xbox.”
    • “These graphics plain suck.”
  • gameplay14 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is a mixed bag; while it features smooth mechanics, stunning visuals, and a wide variety of cars and tracks, many reviewers feel it falls short compared to previous entries in the series, particularly in terms of career mode and car tuning. The introduction of dynamic weather and a robust single-player campaign adds depth, but some players express disappointment with the lack of innovation and critical changes that detract from the experience. Despite these criticisms, many still find the gameplay enjoyable and accessible for both newcomers and veterans.

    • “Gameplay is smoother in this one.”
    • “Very good game, I'm truly enjoying the gameplay.”
    • “[incredible scope with its car list and Forza Driver's Cup campaign. New dynamic weather adds an intriguing layer of randomness to the already amazing gameplay. Welcoming to both newcomers and veterans thanks to driver assists and solid track design. Numerous tuning options and highly realistic racing that's still forgiving enough thanks to the rewind button. Gorgeous visuals reinforced by solid 60 fps racing.]”
    • “All of that, however, I feel I could easily overlook if the gameplay was different or better.”
    • “Forza 4 still stands at the pinnacle of the series, in terms of features, gameplay, overall experience, etc. If you are at all interested in a serious console racing experience, look elsewhere.”
    • “Graphics are better, but gameplay and car tuning are significant steps backwards.”
  • optimization9 mentions

    The optimization in the game has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating the smooth performance and stunning graphics, but expressing frustration over restrictive tuning options and homologation requirements that limit customization. While the game runs well and offers a wealth of content, the inability to fully optimize cars to match their aesthetics with performance has disappointed many who enjoy tinkering with their vehicles. Overall, the balance between accessibility for casual players and depth for enthusiasts remains a contentious point.

    • “It's good that they continue to improve out-of-the-box performance for some cars so that people who don't want to tune can still enjoy the game...but most of us like to tinker.”
    • “Great racing game! I love the graphics and the overall performance is good.”
    • “[Loads of content, excellent driving feel, new weather system, car customization is a potentially amazing optimization.]”
    • “I bought the E46 M3, and can install a widebody kit to live my garage-built time attack racer dreams... except I can't actually match my widebody M3's looks to its performance because doing anything bumps it out of the class it's in. Forza is supposed to be about the love of cars and building cars as much as it is racing.”
    • “Instead of being able to customize a car to a performance limit, you are now required to run 'homologized' cars with very little room for parts choice or tuning.”
    • “Instead of being able to race by performance category, you now have a limited number of lobbies with tight homologation requirements, the same as single player.”
  • monetization7 mentions

    The monetization in the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the aggressive microtransaction model, including loot boxes that detract from the gameplay experience. While some users suggest that grinding for credits can mitigate the impact of these microtransactions, others feel that the system is invasive and limits access to higher-tier content, leading to frustration. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as a significant downside, overshadowing the game's premium status.

    • “Microtransactions are not a part of this game as people think it is.”
    • “If you don’t mind the presence of microtransactions, and you convince yourself that you can grind away for credits, you’re going to love Forza Motorsport 7.”
    • “The mod pack/monetization thing.”
    • “Microtransactions are bad, but they keep making money.”
    • “The AI doesn't take chances; the credit system pushes microtransactions as a solution.”
    • “Invasive loot boxes take away a previous feature in the game for gambling-style microtransactions. The new collector level ties into this by locking you out of higher tier cars until you've wasted credits on lower tier ones.”
  • stability4 mentions

    The game's stability has been heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes and severe bugs that hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's performance issues, including game-breaking stutters and freezes, alongside dissatisfaction with the introduction of loot boxes and the removal of beloved features. Overall, the stability of the game is deemed unacceptable for a premium-priced title.

    • “It is buggy beyond belief.”
    • “This is after the first month or so, when it was merely so buggy it crashed every half hour.”
    • “It is disgustingly buggy for a premium-price game; 700+ cars but only a handful are actually new models. Many of the current generation of GT3 and other racers are unavailable. The locking of standard cars behind loot crates, 'specialty dealers,' and auctions (whenever they finally open the auction house) is a disturbing new direction. Loot crates in general are an abomination, the replacement of PI class lobbies with homologation groups, and the loss of features fans like with the addition of worthless nonsense like driver costumes... the list goes on and on.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while the single-player experience is noted for its depth and less grindy nature, the gacha-like mod system is criticized for being overly grindy, particularly with the challenging VIP rewards. Additionally, some technical issues, such as framerate hitches and physics wobbles, may detract from the overall experience.

    • “The gacha-like mod system feels grindy, and the VIP rewards are a tough pill to swallow.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is often criticized for being distracting, and players are frustrated by the inability to turn it off.

    • “You can't turn off the music, which is too distracting.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users indicate that the game's replayability is high, suggesting that it offers enough engaging content to keep players coming back and that they are unlikely to uninstall it anytime soon.

    • “I can't speak about replayability because you're not going to uninstall it anytime soon.”
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