Forza Horizon 5 Adds Barbie Movie Cars: A Perfect Blend of Racing and Fashion.
The highly popular racing game, Forza Horizon 5, is set to receive a delightful addition that will surely excite fans and collectors alike. Two new cars designed to promote the upcoming Barbie movie have been added to the game's extensive list of vehicles. Racing game YouTuber, Don Joewon Song, was the first to notice these new additions, although they are currently not available to claim.
Upon verification by VGC (Video Game Chronicle), it has been confirmed that both cars can be found in the Horizon Promo menu, where images of every car in the game are displayed. Within this section, players will now find two new Barbie-themed cars. Under the Chevrolet brand, there is the impressive 1956 Barbie Movie Corvette EV. And under the GMC brand, players will discover the stylish 2022 Barbie Movie Hummer EV Pickup.
Despite their presence in the game, players currently have no means of obtaining these cars. However, it is possible to catch a glimpse of them in action by utilizing blueprint events created in the Event Lab, where AI opponents can be seen racing with these exclusive vehicles.
Forza just casually adding a Barbie EV Corvette...A little strange as this wasn't announced anywhere during the Official-Forza stream.There's also a Barbie variation of the GMC Hummer EV Truck. pic.twitter.com/QUAqwW2r3Q— Don Joewon Song (@DonJoewonSong) June 20, 2023
It’s so smol pic.twitter.com/g0keDxUKZm
— [BOW] gary cornwell (@itsbownetbow) June 20, 2023
It is safe to assume that there is an upcoming promotional event in the works, where players will either be gifted these unique cars to celebrate the Barbie movie or will be presented with new missions and challenges to unlock them. This partnership between Forza Horizon 5 and the Barbie movie may appear unconventional at first glance, but it aligns with the fact that Barbie is owned by Mattel, the renowned toy manufacturer responsible for the popular Hot Wheels brand.
The Forza series has a long-standing relationship with Mattel. Forza Horizon 5's predecessor, Forza Horizon 4 received a Hot Wheels expansion in July of the previous year. Similarly, Forza Horizon 3 also had a Hot Wheels expansion back in 2017. This collaboration demonstrates the ongoing connection between Mattel and the Forza franchise, making the addition of Barbie-themed cars a fitting and exciting prospect.
While fans eagerly await the release of Forza Horizon 5's Barbie movie cars. it's essential to note that the next installment in the Forza series simply titled Forza Motorsport is scheduled for release on October 10 for Xbox Series X/S and PC.Microsoft has confirmed game will also be available as a cloud version playable on Xbox One.
The inclusion of two new Barbie movie cars in Forza Horizon 5 has sparked anticipation among fans of both the game and the iconic Barbie brand. This unique collaboration between Forza and the Barbie movie showcases the enduring partnership between the game series and Mattel, providing players with an exciting opportunity to experience the thrill of racing with these exclusive vehicles. Keep an eye out for the upcoming promo event, where players may have the chance to claim these Barbie-themed cars and enjoy the immersive world of Forza Horizon 5.