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How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (Metacritic) | – | 92 | 20 |
| Creator reviews (3 tracked) | – | 66 | 3 |
| All-time Steam reviews | – | – | 0 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 87 | 750 |
| Backloggd ratings | – | 83 | 750 |
| Xbox store ratings | – | 52 | 750 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | – | – | 0 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 0 reviews sampled · 0 total reviews in window · weighted 0 up / 0 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (88)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
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“Forza Horizon 4 is the best game of the saga. With almost perfect gameplay and a variety of events that are distributed by a huge map. We will spend many hours driving in the UK and we will not get tired. Arcade driving for all audiences.”
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“Overall Forza Horizon 4 is the greatest game I feel just kind of meh about. I mean there is absolutely nothing wrong with so many aspects of this title. It is polished, fun, smooth, and gorgeous. I think I am just growing tired of its structure. Still it feels like this title may see more updates than any previous entry. It has dozens of hours of content already packed into it. It is visually stunning and a blast to play with friends. It is hard not to love what Horizon 4 does.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The addition of seasons adds variety to the racing conditions to greatly expand the functionality of the already-large map.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Playground Games has gone further, improving the already huge third chapter in every single component. The dynamic seasons, the shared world, the magnificent graphics and the fulfilling driving model are enough to wipe out the competition and make Forza Horizon 4 a must buy for all Xbox One and PC owners.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Playground Games continues to excel at making the act of virtual driving exciting, approachable, and entertaining without sacrificing complexity.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“While it’s easy to find areas to improve, the British countryside is gorgeous, the driving is incredibly well-balanced, and seasons have been masterfully implemented, allowing for more variety than ever before. Make no mistake that Forza Horizon 4 is one of the most comprehensive and polished racing games ever made.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Beautiful, British and bold, Forza Horizon 4 sets a new benchmark for open-world arcade racing.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“If you have the least bit of love for cars and racing games, it is actually very simple ... Do you have an Xbox One X? Go and get Forza Horizon 4. Do not have Xbox One X? Go and get Forza Horizon 4 with an Xbox One X.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“One of the best arcade racers ever made, with mountains of interesting content and a seasonal gimmick that makes perfect use of the new setting.”
read full review ↗ - 97
“Forza Horizon 4 is invincible in the area of racing games. The landscape is beautiful, and the number of cars is greatly expanded. If you are keen on racing games, don't miss it.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“A changing world and opportunities to find or build your perfect rides make Forza Horizon 4 near endlessly enjoyable. While a safe follow-up to Horizon 3, the core "casual simulation" formula doesn't need much tuning.”
read full review ↗ - 100
“The game is a stunning achievement, so far ahead of any racing title or driving sim on the market, it’s bordering on obscene.”
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