Forza Horizon 5 Update 1.619.349 - 1.624.534 -0... [Free Forever]

This is a patch/delta update for Forza Horizon 5 (typically on Steam / Microsoft Store PC), moving from version 1.619.349.0 to 1.624.534.0.

Below is the full content summary of what this update includes, based on official release notes and datamined changes from that specific version range (late 2024 / Series 34–35 timeframe). Forza Horizon 5 update 1.619.349 - 1.624.534 -0...

Part 6: How to Update

  • Xbox: The update should auto-download. If not, search for "Forza Horizon 5," press Menu > Manage game & add-ons > Updates.
  • Steam: Restart Steam. The update is 8.4 GB.
  • Microsoft Store: You may need to run wsreset.exe if the download hangs at 100% (a legacy bug carried over from .349).

1. New Cars (Paid and Free)

The update wave introduced 12 new vehicles to the Horizon Festival: This is a patch/delta update for Forza Horizon

  • 2024 Toyota GR Yaris (Free via Seasonal Championship) – The ultimate hot hatch with a 1.6L three-cylinder turbo.
  • 1998 Mitsubishi FTO GP Version R (Free via Forzathon Shop) – A cult classic finally added to the franchise.
  • 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (Paid – Car Pack) – Includes new aerodynamic downforce physics modeled specifically for this update.
  • 2023 Nissan Z Nismo (Paid – Standalone) – Features unique engine audio recorded from a real Z Nismo.
  • Other additions: 1967 Ford Transit (Local Motors), 2022 Cupra UrbanRebel (Concept), and six backstage pass cars recycled from FH4.

Update causes new crashes

  • Roll back GPU driver if you updated recently (especially NVIDIA 566.x series had issues).
  • Delete ForzaHorizon5_PC folder in Documents/My Games/Forza Horizon 5 (backup save if needed).

🚗 Cars & Balancing

  • 2021 Audi RS e-tron GT – Corrected an incorrect downforce value in S1 class.
  • Hot Wheels DLC – Fixed a visual glitch where the Deora II’s rear wheels would clip through the body.
  • Livery Editor – Vinyl groups no longer reset randomly after saving.

A. The Halloween "Día de los Muertos" Overhaul

Celebrating the Mexican holiday, the Horizon Festival Stadium has been redecorated with marigold bridges and ofrendas (altars). For the first time, the main map features dynamic nighttime lighting changes exclusive to the two-week event. Part 6: How to Update

🐛 Notable Bug Fixes

| Issue | Status | |-------|--------| | Accolades not tracking for drift zones | Fixed | | Photo mode resolution drop on Xbox | Fixed | | Auction House filters resetting | Fixed | | Livery editor decal limit error | Fixed (increased by 20%) | | Steering wheel (Fanatec/Logitech) force feedback loss | Fixed |

🎮 Wheel & Controller Input

  • Improved force feedback for Logitech G923 and Thrustmaster T248 on PC.
  • Corrected clutch pedal detection on Fanatec CSL DD.