
Game Fixes & Release Notes
Forza Motorsport Update 5 is now rolling out for download on Steam with the Nürburgring Nordschleife available today. Spotlight cars and new events across the Career, Featured Multiplayer and Rivals will start from Thursday, February 15 at 12:00 AM UTC.
- Players can now save Short Race replays. When racing against a full grid, Short races should save most replays; Medium races will not save full replays but will save up to 11 minutes. Work to improve replay save length is ongoing. [1655835]
- Players are now presented with the option to Skip Practice in the Career mode pre-race menu. Furthermore, if the player previously completed Practice, the game creates a save point and gives the player additional options when returning to a series for replaying or skipping complete practice. [1635662]
- Fixed an issue in Featured Multiplayer where players could encounter an infinite loading screen when attempting to change their Fuel and Tire setup at Grid Preview. [1611726]
- Players are now prompted to save their livery if they attempt to exit the Livery Editor without saving. [1437864]
- Added custom advanced zoom to the Livery Editor when applying decals to a car. [1621135]
- On PC, we’ve made numerous under-the-hood improvements to reduce CPU spikes and better utilize the GPU, helping to improve framerate consistency while driving. [1536749, 1651623]
- Fixed an issue causing custom wheel input layouts to reset to their default settings after relaunching the game with both a controller and steering wheel connected. [1593360]
New Track – Nordschleife
Get ready to tackle the exhilarating challenge of the Nürburgring Nordschleife! This iconic track isn't just about its 12.9-mile length or its daunting twists and turns; it's a testament to racing history.

New Career Tour – Ringer Tour
German engineering is at the heart of the Ringer Tour, the new limited-time Featured Tour available in the Career as part of Update 5.
Ringer Tour | Starts | Spotlight Car | [/tr]
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BMW M Showdown | February 15 | 2023 BMW M2 | [/tr]
Audi Sport Showdown | February 22 | 2013 Audi RS 7 Sportback | [/tr]
Mercedes-AMG Showdown | February 29 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | [/tr]
Porsche 911 Showdown | March 7 | 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S | [/tr]

New Open Tour – German Automotive
With each update to Forza Motorsport, the Open Tour gets refreshed with new events and a new reward car.

Featured Multiplayer – Spec and Open Series
Here’s a look at your Featured Multiplayer calendar of upcoming events for Update 5:
Spec Series | Open Series | Spotlight Series | Availability | [/tr]
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Grand Prix Rivals | S Class Series, D Class Series | 2023 BMW M2 | February 15-22 | [/tr]
Mustang Shelby GT500 Spec Series | X Class Series, A Class Series | 2013 Audi RS 7 Sportback | February 22-29 | [/tr]
GTX Sportscar Series | R Class Series, C Class Series | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | February 29-March 7 | [/tr]
Forza Proto-H Series | P Class Series, E Class Series | 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S | March 7-14 | [/tr]
Grand Prix Rivals – February 12-22
Race with iconic formula car designs piloted by motorsport legends in the late 1980s and 90s.
Mustang Shelby GT500 Spec Series – February 22-29
Master every track in this Spec Series featuring the 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500. Experience its relentless engine power, advanced suspension and robust brakes!GTX Sportscar Series – February 29 – March 7
From the late 70s to early 90s, the Grand Touring Experimental class transformed beloved street models into turbocharged track legends.
Forza Proto-H Series – March 7-14
Experience superior aerodynamics and incredible horsepower in some of the most thrilling and advanced racecars in the world.Featured Rivals – Update 5
Set your fastest lap times across several thrilling new Rivals events in Forza Motorsport Update 5. To celebrate the arrival of the Nordschleife, the latest Featured Rivals challenges you to master the twists and turns of the Nordschleife behind the wheel of the 1979 #6 BMW Motorsport M1 Procar.

Rivals Event | Car | Track | Availability | [/tr]
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Featured Track – Nordschleife | 1979 BMW #6 BMW Motorsport M1 Procar | Nürburgring Nordschleife | February 15 – March 13 | [/tr]
*VIP – Body Builder | 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE Forza Edition | Mugello Club Circuit | February 15 – March 13 | [/tr]
Logitech McLaren G Bonus Stage | 1997 McLaren F1 GT | Hakone Club Circuit | February 15 – March 13 | [/tr]
Spotlight – BMW | 2023 BMW M2 | Laguna Seca - Full Circuit | February 15-22 | [/tr]
Spotlight – Audi | 2013 Audi RS 7 Sportback | VIR - North Circuit | February 22-29 | [/tr]
Spotlight – Mercedes-Benz | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | Hockenheim - National Circuit | February 29-March 7 | [/tr]
Spotlight – Porsche | 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S | Nürburgring - Full Circuit | March 7-14 | [/tr]
Race You to the ‘Ring
