After an extended silence of two years, fans of the famous racing franchise will finally be able to rejoice! The next installment in the series, Forza Motorsport 8, was shown off at the Xbox & Bethesda Developer_Direct, with a new eye-popping 4K trailer.

This event was an opportunity for the developers to make several important announcements about the game, including its famous release date. Moreover, the trailer is full of interesting details that suggest many new features for this highly anticipated opus.

Get a sneak peek at all the essential information about Forza Motorsport 8, its release date and the latest additions to the game. Cars, tracks, options, design, here are all the amazing features of this professional racing game.

Forza Motorsport 8 gameplay: a look at what’s new

After months of waiting, the brand new gameplay of Forza Motorsport 8 was finally revealed during the Xbox and Bethesda Developer Direct, broadcasted live on Twitch on January 25 at 9pm.

Fans were able to get a glimpse of what’s new in this latest installment of the popular racing franchise. The gameplay, made with the game’s graphic engine, is full of details that already make our mouths water. The developers have clearly focused on immersion and realism, with breathtaking graphics and an even more immersive gaming experience than ever before.

Forza Motorsport 8 car list: new models

Forza Motorsport 8 features an impressive car list, with a total of 500 vehicles, including 100 never-before-seen models. The developers have confirmed the presence of several cars in the various trailers, including the coveted Koenigsegg Jesko, the Porsche 911 GT3, the Audi RS e-tron GT, the Lamborghini Huracan EVO and the Brabham BT62.

Although the full list of available cars has not yet been released, fans can already expect a stellar collection of cars that should delight racing fans. All vehicles will be fully customizable with 800 modification points, offering a level of customization never before seen in a Forza Motorsport game.

And for the more impatient among you, Turn 10 Studios has still confirmed the following list of cars:

• 2018 Acura #36 Gradient Racing NSX GT3
• 2020 Acura #6 ARX-05 DPi
• 1958 Aston Martin DBR1
• 2017 Aston Martin Aston Martin Racing V12 Vantage GT3 #7
• 2018 Audi #44 R8 LMS GT3
• 2021 Audi RS e-tron GT
• 2017 BMW #24 BMW Team RLL M6 GTLM
• 2018 BMW #1 BMW M Motorsport M8 GTE
• 2019 Brabham BT62
• 2021 Cadillac #31 Whelen Racing DPi-V.R
• 1966 Chaparral #66 Chaparral Cars 2E
• 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Super Sport Coupe
• 2020 Chevrolet #3 Corvette Racing C8.R
• 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe
• 1969 Dodge Charger R/T
• 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon
• 1967 Eagle-Weslake T1G
• 1967 Ferrari #24 Ferrari Spa 330 P4
• 1966 Ford #2 GT40 Mk II Le Mans
• 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302
• 2018 Formula Drift #64 Nissan 370Z
• 2020 Formula Drift #151 Toyota GR Supra
• 2019 Ginetta #6 Team LNT Ginetta G60-LT-P1
• 1967 Honda RA300
• 2020 Koenigsegg Jesko
• 2018 Lamborghini #63 Squadra Corse Huracán Super Trofeo Evo
• 2020 Lamborghini Huracan EVO
• 1991 Mazda #55 Mazda 787B
• 1966 McLaren M2B
• 2019 McLaren Senna GTR
• 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT3
• 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
• 2016 NIO EP9
• 2019 Nissan 370Z Nismo
• 2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO (R35)
• 2017 Porsche #911 Porsche GT Team 911 RSR
• 2021 Porsche 911 GT3

Breathtaking graphics, exclusively on Xbox Series X and S

Developers have promised that Forza Motorsport 8 will be designed to take full advantage of the next-gen Xbox Series X and S consoles. As a result, gamers can expect an incredibly immersive gaming experience, with highly detailed and realistic graphics accompanied by state-of-the-art performance.

Forza Motorsport 8 is shaping up to be a must-have for racing fans. With an impressive catalog of cars, breathtaking graphics and an even more immersive gameplay experience, this new release promises to be one of the best racing games of all time. Fans can now look forward to the official release of the game and get ready to experience the thrill of racing on their Xbox Series X or S console.

New tracks and environments in Forza Motorsport 8

Forza Motorsport 8 promises to deliver new, quality tracks for players to enjoy. The trailer shown at the Xbox & Bethesda Gameshow confirmed the return of the popular Maple Valley track, with a completely redesigned layout using photogrammetry and 3D scans to deliver a thrill-filled driving experience.

The game will also feature two exciting new tracks: the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in South Africa and the Hakone Circuit in Japan. In addition, the developers have confirmed the addition of another Grand Prix circuit in Japan, although the name has yet to be confirmed.

In all, there will be 20 different environments in Forza Motorsport 8, including five new tracks. The Suzuka and Laguna Seca circuits have been reworked to be ten times more detailed than in previous editions. Players will be able to enjoy an even more immersive racing experience.

Dynamic environment for a unique driving experience

Forza Motorsport 8 will offer a dynamic racing environment for a more realistic driving experience than ever before. Indeed, gameplay on Maple Valley has shown that the track environments change depending on the time of day and weather conditions, such as rain and fog. This evolution will influence the way of driving and players will be able to rediscover the tracks under different conditions, offering a unique driving experience every time.

More realism in tire behavior and fuel management

Tire management and fuel consumption have always been important elements in motor racing. So in Forza Motorsport 8, the developers have made it a point to make these elements more realistic than ever. Gone is the arcade aspect of previous versions, players will now be able to feel the complexity of managing their car during races.

The developers have thus revised the overall physics of the game to offer a more realistic behavior of vehicles. Content Manager Arthur Shek emphasized this point during the presentation, saying that “no two tours will ever be the same. Players will have to take into account many elements such as the time of day, weather conditions, outside temperature, tire wear and fuel consumption.

These different elements will have a direct impact on the race and will have to be taken into account to hope to reach the victory. Players will have to adapt their driving to the conditions to get the most out of their vehicle. All in all, Forza Motorsport 8 will allow simracing fans to finally experience track driving like real professionals.

Ray Tracing in action and improved damage management

Forza Motorsport 8 developers have confirmed that Ray Tracing, a real-time rendering technology, will be fully integrated into the game. This significant advance will allow for ultra-realistic and real-time lighting management, even during races, which is a first for a simulation game. Ray Tracing was already present in the “FORZAVISTA” interface of Forza Horizon 5, but this time, players will be able to enjoy this technology in action, with a 4K resolution at 60fps.

In addition, vehicle damage has also been improved. The gameplay footage reveals a Corvette with scratches, dents in the bodywork and chipped paint, giving a very realistic feel. With the integration of Ray Tracing, players will be able to see damage details with even greater precision and realism.

A new multiplayer mode to discover!

Although little information has been released about the content of this mode, the developers did mention the presence of an incredible multiplayer mode. So we can’t wait to try it out!

On which platforms will Forza Motorsport 8 be available?

The game will be playable on PC and Xbox Series X/S consoles, but no announcement has been made yet for a possible Xbox One version.

Forza Motorsport 8 will be an “Xbox Play Anywhere” game, which means it will be compatible with cross-platform services. PC and Xbox players will be able to play together online. Forza Motorsport 8 will also be available on PC and Xbox Game Pass upon release.

What is the exact release date of Forza Motorsport 8?

Originally scheduled for release in the spring of 2023, it is possible that the game will be released later in the year. The developers have announced that some of the cars planned for launch will not be available right away, which could indicate a delay in the release date of the game. Just a little more patience and in a few months, we will be able to ride the best cars for races that may prove to be very exciting.

Forza Motorsport 8 is shaping up to be a very ambitious installment in the popular racing game franchise. The developers have clearly focused on the graphic quality of the game, with extensive use of ray tracing and special attention to the details of the vehicles and tracks. In addition, the promise of realism in tire, fuel and damage management is sure to delight racing simulation fans. Finally, the addition of a new multiplayer mode suggests some nice surprises for online players. While the exact release date has not yet been announced, it is certain that Forza Motorsport 8 will be available on PC and Xbox Series X/S, with the ability to play cross-platform through Xbox Play Anywhere services. All in all, racing fans can expect a very promising game, which should satisfy the expectations of the most demanding players in terms of simulation and graphic quality.