PS5 owners have made their excitement known for the official release of Forza Horizon 5 as it is finally available after being initially launched as a Microsoft exclusive back in November of 2021. Almost 700k new players have joined servers since the game officially became available for download at midnight on April 29th and more are expected to pour in once the weekend hits. There is a reason for the hype for the 2021 IGN’s game of the year, as the Forza franchise has been a gem for Microsoft since its first release 20 years ago in 2005 for the original Xbox. Even if you are not a racing game fanatic, Forza has created an immense world of storytelling, beautiful locations, and the coolest cars you can imagine today. Still, of course, everything revolves around your skill as a driver and how quickly you can react to unexpected elements. Several elements can determine the outcome of your race but there are a few ways to give yourself a winning advantage before the race even begins. Below are the tips, tools, and recommendations you will need to come out on top in Forza Horizon 5 on PS5.

The KontrolFreek Advantage You Need In Forza Horizon 5

Just as your performance can be determined by which car you select or which upgrades you choose in Forza Horizon 5, there are ways to gain an advantage before even launching the game. One crucial advantage is the KontrolFreek CQC Rush Performance Thumbstick, the ultimate attachment for anyone looking to improve their experience and skill in racing games. The KontrolFreek CQC Rush Performance Thumbsticks come with 2 mid-rise concave thumbsticks which are perfect for anyone new to KontrolFreek Thumbsticks with a low adjustment time once attached. The most important feature of the CQC Rush Performance Thumbsticks is the anti-slip raised edge that contours to your thumbs and helps combat slippage. These thumbsticks also have a significantly softer variation of KontrolFreek’s rubber material to allow your thumbs to sink in further than usual ensuring your thumbs will be snug even during the most intense of races.

Surface area is another key area where your traditional controller’s analog thumbsticks fall short and if slippage is an area of concern KontrolFreek’s Clutch Performance Thumbsticks. Like the name suggests these low-rise, wide thumbsticks include a unique laser-etched grip that provides an increase in comfort to compliment the added surface area. The low-rise thumbstick is KontrolFreek’s entry-level thumbstick and focuses on grip, comfort, and control all of which are needed in Forza’s Horizon 5 as you will be driving across all kinds of elements, and terrains. The slight added height provided by the low-rise Clutch thumbsticks will also allow for the added leverage of your thumbstick improving your in-game movement and control which could make a major difference when racing at high speeds. From tight turns to long-distance races that will have your thumbs aching Forza Horizon 5 puts everything to the test and the Clutch Performance Thumbstick will allow you to feel comfortable and confident to give you the best chance at taking home the victory.

Best Controller Settings for Maximum Performance in Forza Horizon 5

These settings aim to maximize precision, improve control, and give you the edge in both casual races and competitive play. For those who may be more skilled or experienced drivers traction control is a setting that can be turned off which can be risky as less traction creates more opportunity for error but the benefits of being able to drive more aggressively and take sharper corners to climb the leaderboard can be worth it. Motion blur is another feature in settings that can be toggled off and I would recommend this if you are looking to get the best advantage when competing. The clarity of view provided once the motion blur is turned off honestly feels like a cheat code and you will be able to see obstacles and unexpected sharp turns quicker allowing for quicker response time. This can be crucial if you are racing during harsh weather conditions with limited visibility already or racing on a track for the first time where you might not have memorized the hairpin turns saving you from being caught off guard. Your camera settings are another major aspect when it comes to racing games, ultimately it is a personal preference but I have found using the “Chase Cam” setting provides drastically better visibility than the cockpit view which is more for full immersion.

Lastly, for my more inexperienced drivers, Forza Horizon 5 does include the rewind feature which is not available for any multiplayer modes but can be turned on/off in the settings under difficulty. I have used this several times when learning new courses or aiming for a perfect time, instead of completely restarting a race you can utilize this feature to go backward a few seconds in a race. Rewind can be used if you miss a checkpoint, or a turn, or can save you from completely wrecking your car by letting you re-approach a sudden turn or corner that you might not have expected. Rewind is also available to use during practice so you can use it to master a new course or track and it is a great feature for learning the right cornering on turns or speed control to know when it is time to slow down or accelerate. For those who are looking to experience a more realistic race in Forza Horizon 5 this is a feature you will most likely turn off which can have its benefits like earning more credits (CR) due to the higher difficulty of not using it. I have found tweaking these settings to your personal preference improves the overall gameplay and gives you plenty of advantages to take the top spot in any competition or race.

Forza Horizon 5 coming to PS5 is an opportunity you do not want to miss as it is rare for any platform exclusive to be available for all consoles and with a boasted player base of 40M+ this is a game you can spend a lot of time grinding. Forza Horizon 5 provides a vast experience across the country of Mexico and the open world feel as you cruise around in the vehicle of your choosing sets this game apart from countless others in the racing genre. Whether you are looking to be the top driver or just want to collect and drive around in the coolest cars, make sure you set yourself up for success by picking up a pair of KontrolFreek Performance Thumbsticks for the ultimate comfort and performance advantage.