[4K] Forza Horizon 4 - Intro and First Race

4K gameplay from the Forza Horizon 4 Demo

[@reganmccarthy8409]

It was impossible to play this intro and NOT smile, the music, roaring engine sound, graphics was just so freaking good. Love this game!

[@llLoWangll]

I expected nothing. Just a racing game. Then...the first 18 seconds...basically a build up to everything. At 0:19 the bass kicks in. There is just a screen with a Senna infront of it. An when she says that she wants to show me I cried man. There is nothing like this. I thought it was just a cutscene with an abrupt ending and a main menu behind it but your're already in the game. Even in the intro you don't feel alone in a big emtpy game world because of the way it shows how "everyone" is going to the festival. When a game can give me the same feeling like going to a real festival it just can be a masterpiece.

[@hellsman_]

Omg so it's not just me. I literally smile then laugh from joy as soon as it brings you into the game. It's so pure and perfect ❤

[@ThatGamePerson]

I'm glad it's not just me, I had this on game pass on PC and thought "yeah I'll try it" that was 2 days ago and I'm 7 hours in because of this intro. It was so fucking epic. The biggest disappointment is not being able to play it again to show other people the game.

[@elnenebonito94]

I cried when i played the demo

[@rileywelton3243]

Just downloaded it and when I did end up smiling and laughing out of amazement

[@andreidanilov9925]

FH intros are probably some of the most welcoming intros out there. They just invite you to the game so well and make you fell nice and cozy)

[@martin4836]

I was thinking the same thing! This game feels you're going as a guest to a friend's family reunion and everyone wants to get to know you.

[@andreidanilov9925]

Martin De Los Santos that is the most accurate description of it lol

[@MrHarris414]

I have always loved the intros. They use the intros to hook you into the game really, I even have very fond memories for the first horizon game. Driving the cover cars in a really badass way just speaks to me (if you know how i feel). Driving the senna for the first time in this game is something i will never forget.

[@cameron.miller3548]

Andrei Danilov Regan McCarthy bruh not saying FH2 is worst but holy shit has the gameplay come a long way. Also I like how in FH2 intro the cars took a while to go 150 but now the cover cars go like 180 easy

[@suavetempobeats4968]

There's truly nothing like it.

[@DitsyMe]

This intro makes me wanna cry because how beautiful it turned out. Prolly one of the best forza horizon intros I've ever experienced...

[@gh0stpred103]

I was crying when playing this the first time. Even watching it i'm still crying XD

[@DitsyMe]

@@gh0stpred103 I think summer season almost made me cry personally my favorite season in this intro.

[@gh0stpred103]

@@DitsyMe Oh yeah. That feeling you get where your racing everyone to the new festival everyone is getting there in any car it's just an awesome feeling you racing anyone and anything to the festival

[@SpitfireTheWolf]

Boi you need to see Horizon 2’s intro

[@unknowndude3654]

@@SpitfireTheWolf dude forza horizon 2's had it all In my opinion that was the best forza game

[@zackfirex1009]

This game cured my depression.

[@princesscadance197]

I love how the game transitions so smoothly between cutscene and gameplay. Not this choppy- “This is a cutscene.”, “Now you are playing.”

[@orange_turtle3412]

I love when games do that. When its not a loading screen or jump cut to the gameplay, but instead the cutscene seamlessly transitions into gameplay. The intro of spiderman ps4 did this beautifully too.

[@FATE_871]

I'm gonna be honest the first time I played the game I got emotional.

[@SanchezS1998]

Greenendersimon 871 Same.

[@randomgame1322]

I cried a bit when i first saw 8:02. That castle/ruin is in my town IRL, unexpectedly seeing it in a game series I've always adored broke me somewhat.

[@Goldieczech]

i had shivers from how excited i was

[@RenagadesSW3]

I played it for the first time never was into racing games but I started playing one on my phone called "real racing 3" and was having fun on that. and thought man i should play a racing game on console and got forza horizon free and my God that into was sooooooo bad ass

[@r3b1rth53]

literally cried tho

[@CombineUltimate]

It's been 4 years and I still can not get over how flawless this intro is. I know the first time I played this I was laden with perpetual goosebumps; just completely enthralled throughout. Every time I watch this now, I am brought to the verge of tears, and the more I've cogitated it, the more I've realized that this has firmed up as the absolute greatest intro to any game I've experienced ever, bar none; I literally can't even think of a game that is remotely close. I came into this game expecting a great intro given Forza's track record, but it outstripped my expectations a hundredfold. The other Horizon titles have good intros, but I've never been fixated on them the same way I have been with FH4. The visuals, sounds, and the beautiful intro drumming up hype resonate with the aesthete in me on a spiritual level, lol. My favorite bits are definitely the outset and the transition from winter to spring; the way it shifts to a fleeting moment of peaceful clarity accompanied by the gorgeous scenery and heavenly vocals which segue into the refrain of "giving me everything I need to let go" is beyond perfect-which, by the way, if that isn't the perfect motto to encapsulate the entire atmosphere of Forza as a whole, I don't know what is. Fred V & Grafix's "Sunrise" complements the intro on a level so paramount that I can't even begin to imagine it without it; the way in which they so tangibly portray the seasons is entrancing and exhilarating. This is without a shadow of a doubt the greatest drum and bass song I've ever heard, and it's not even close. A nine minute magnum opus of drum and bass that manages to paint a vivid picture of the seasons with such fervor; just extraordinary. Really, the amalgamation of everything here just leaves this intro an unparalleled masterpiece.

[@typowynieogar]

Well, my explanation might sound short, but i couldn't stop smiling from pure ecstasy, as if a Child being presented his first toy....

[@Houswal]

Literally what I was thinking, man. We'll never get the same masterpiece of an intro with so much soul in it given the direction the devs' taken with FH5.

[@shockwave890]

You explained this perfectly and I agree with you all the way.

[@zebhybrid7159]

you read me to perfection, this is exactly how I feel about this intro, it is perfect... and you forget about something...just before this, you get to hear "A moment Apart" opening the intro screen

[@zebhybrid7159]

@@Houswal FH5 intro was amazing, sure FH4 was better (there's a lot more art work to it) but FH5 intro is thrilling, that first descent from the volcano with the full wide vision view is bombastic and incredible. Gamewise, FH5 is better... i just played a couple months ago to FH4 and the differences are too many, FH5 hits just right between sim and arcade, while FH4 was still struggling to keep balance. The complaints i have with FH5 have more to do with secondary stuff like stories, localization and some seasonal stuff

[@akrock47]

I NEVER cried at a car game... This intro however had me going. I love watching it every now and then.

[@hakimamir2021]

Same bro

[@kuribojim3916]

This is one of the most beautiful, exhilarating intros to any game I've ever played. Never thought I'd say that about a racer. It's just so bright and full of optimism - it's also a really clear celebrating of beautiful cars and the stunning British landscape. Absolutely gorgeous stuff.

[@FurryMcMemes]

That's Horizon for you. A celebration of cars, music, and the landscape; a fantastic series through and through.

[@perre6385]

Swear Forza always has the best intros that make you want to live in the world

[@tylerjamison2462]

This still sends chills down my back, an incredible intro to Forza Horizon 4

[@vali0us]

_Don’t go anywhere, horizon is here to stay._

[@Pluvillion]

And they did!

[@MrsSking123]

*demo complete*

[@vali0us]

@@MrsSking123 lol!

[@akatsukilevi]

If Horizon was a real festival Man, no matter the cost, i'd go no matter what

[@mysticalrandomness4282]

I heard that Microsoft actually threw a festival for fh3 once

[@akatsukilevi]

@@mysticalrandomness4282 Could i drive on it like i could on FH4?

[@mysticalrandomness4282]

@@akatsukilevi well uh..I mean if you want to a a life sentance in jail for reckless driving I don't see why not!

[@akatsukilevi]

@@mysticalrandomness4282 But if i wasn't gonna be jailed then where would be the fun?

[@mysticalrandomness4282]

@@akatsukilevi lol

[@lipokyanger7685]

FH4 Intro is better than FH5. Mainly because of its crisp transitions I guess

[@sercank.3142]

far better.

[@Hoopzzzzie]

No

[@MrGman636]

Not only the crisp transitions, but the use of a single (albeit long) song throughout the entire intro.

[@absp2006]

@@MrGman636 it's actually four mixes of the same song.

[@MrGman636]

@@absp2006 That's what I meant. It's more cohesive because they used a single song throughout the entire intro.

[@cubocraft192]

Horizon 5's intro is great,but this was just on another level. Don't know if they will ever be able to top it off

[@ramp7857]

Forza Horizon 1 mm For its time i think it was better

[@Hoopzzzzie]

No? This intro is just boring. Forza 5 better 👎

[@Vagen1]

@@Hoopzzzzie Forza 5 is childish game lol

[@AlineaEuros]

@@Hoopzzzzie Forza 4 has better intro and better songs, infact it has the best of those since forza horizon 1.

[@crispy9542]

guys every games intro is sick as hell who cares if someone else likes one over the other

[@arilmansyahthoriq4795]

Fun fact: All of the driver in this intro are the characters you meet in fh4 McLaren Senna: Keira Baja Truck: Alex Ford Focus WRX: Jaimin or Joel

[@nexus31004]

No shit sherlock XD

[@nestorchung517]

Wrecked Bugatti Chiron: Me

[@MOOSHROOMKILLER3]

@@nexus31004 you really thought you did something with that comment huh

[@FlumaFPS]

"its not your dream holiday anymore, its your dream life" that quote gives me shivers

[@Zarrex]

I come back to rewatch the intro race every few months, it has to be my favorite introduction to pretty much any game I can think of. It would be hard to explain to most people, but something about it gets me legit emotional. Chills every time the "Summer" part of Sunrise kicks in for the end of the race

[@JULIODECESAR1]

Same.

[@MaxLazy10]

Greatest intro ever!

[@nxt_tim]

Ikr! It feels so fresh and modern!

[@CapnHookz]

I dunno, the one from the FH3 still gives me goosebumps every time i watch it. This one is good, but kinda lazy, i wish Keira had at least few more lines up her sleeve at the begginig there :/

[@octaviaautumn3656]

FH2 has the best in the series for me. I honestly teared up a bit and that made the game for me

[@willn8590]

You obviously haven’t seen the forza horizon 2 intro

[@scottautoprep94]

Fh4 intro sucked ! Shame it wasn't more like fh2

[@LaExplorad0ra]

I got goosebumps from watching this.

[@CErra310]

This is by far the best introduction to any game I have ever seen. And it's not just presented beautifully, it's also a great demo of the gameplay that is to come. How are they possibly going to top this in Horizon 5?

[@VimazPro69]

welp, now it's here

[@fazlerabbi460]

@@VimazPro69 and the intro unfortunately sucks

[@VimazPro69]

@@fazlerabbi460 I think both are nice but 4's intro is my personal favorite.

[@ItzStardustYT]

@@fazlerabbi460 Yeah FH5 felt slow and long, but the Highway to Horizon was pretty cool and smooth.

[@5-Consecutive-Hairpin-Turns]

@@fazlerabbi460 yeah it does and I'm tired of pretending it doesn't

[@spheric5725]

The Autumn and the Summer part hit me right in the feelings

[@bobbyarmstrong231]

Did not play this until a couple nights ago. I didn't even play the demo or watch any video on it because I wanted to see if they could top FH3's intro. Well fucking done! It was one of the most incredible intros to a game I've ever played.

[@christianrussell8293]

I cried at it. I won't lie.

[@MichiruKnoxwell]

I'm never tired of watching this, not even after 100hrs in the game or how many years you can count. This is the best Horizon Intro ever made. Cheers to everyone who played this masterpiece game❤️

[@ryamole]

The transition from spring to summer always was my favorite. I wish there was a way to go back and play this again without restarting the game.

[@Caessr]

Download the demo

[@Benny.Driving]

4 years later, still doesn't stop me from smiling from how amazing the intro is. So happy I started out with this game.

[@emma6648]

Yep but The older games were better though for sure

[@khakipeach2128]

@@emma6648yea horizon 4 was the worst in the series

[@peterj2131]

This is still (in my opinion) hands down THE best introduction to any game, ever!

[@barracadoseuze4213]

And has the best soundtrack ever, this game is fire bro

[@Norelico]

Forza Horizon 4 has a better opening race than Horizon 5. There, I said it. I'm sorry, that's just a fact.

[@re.liable]

I feel stupid for tearing up on this intro lol. Just seeing those hotairs, the bright lights, cheers, the soundtrack... it makes me want to be part of that culture.

[@re.liable]

though I must say those after-race white-room sections, I have mixed feelings about them.

[@nxt_tim]

0:25 I absolutely love this scene!!

[@ulandabutler8485]

um when i first played fh4 ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm i drove into the screen WTFFFFFFFF 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@By-s]

When I played this race for the first time, I was literally smiling the whole race like a fangirl, and after I finished it I was like: man they can take my money just for that intro.

[@rokkudayo]

This was the last time Horizon was truly Horizon. 5's opening wishes it was 1/4 as good as this.

[@khakipeach2128]

3 was the last “horizon” 4 and 5 are both set up the exact same. You’re absolutely delusional

[@TheMotionHero]

@@khakipeach2128calling someone delusional over a preference in the same series is actually embarrassing

[@IEatPrimeSong]

I wish I can go back in time to once again experience Forza 4 for the first time

[@tuna3461]

This legit stomps on FH5 intro so hard. Honestly other than the audio and visual polish I almost feel like 5 was a downgrade

[@lnvfx]

The intro of this game always gets me. I remember after finishing that race, I stared at the pre-order screen for about a minute and immediately purchased the ultimate edition. Did not regret, as this game brought me hundreds of hours of happiness.

[@ScottyVernon]

Now THIS is how you take gamers' money. I've never signed up for a full game so fast in my life 😂. Watching this demo back still gives me goosebumps.

[@firyxx]

I don't think FH5's gonna top FH4's intro. The combination between the music and gameplay is surreal on this one. I hope I'm wrong.

[@fastcar544]

It did

[@Arukune]

Just downloaded this morning with Game Pass on my recently acquired Series S. I’m crying and laughing in joy so much at how visually stunning the game looks, and how great the soundtrack is. And how incredibly welcoming the intro felt. The cutscenes to gameplay transitions are a sight to behold. Ill be playing for a while until most of my other games finish downloading. Just wanted to come here to see the intro again.

[@BecauseYouCant]

4:53 this scene is just so soooo satisfying, cannot stop smiling

[@Andi91]

dude it was the moment where i reqlized this game will be amazing

[@mostwantedb]

Beautiful. A masterpiece. I tought i would never see something better.

[@mostwantedb]

@@wr19hty until this...

[@mostwantedb]

@@wr19hty I have. NRG its a good song. But it aint that majestic as this or lenguage from FH1.

[@boredstudent]

That song is....THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PIECE OF MUSIC I EVER HEARD! Each season change just goes well with the song. I actually cried

[@LordChrome375]

“Welcome to Autumn” *engine pops* so beautiful. The autumn intro was amazing. The final stretch of Summer really hit different. Forza has always been a game about having fun and not taking itself too seriously. And all of their opening races show it.

[@ltwolf6521]

one of the best intros to a game ever

[@kbigglesworth]

The only time I ever get jealous of Xbox owners is when a new Forza drops. Sheesh this looks like magic. @_@

[@erickmarquez506]

Now it will be when a New elder scrolls or a New Doom game... Or probably you are part of the X family... Welcome...

[@ajemajh]

join the pc masterrace my friend

[@thejoeidontknow]

This was my first Forza game, so no matter how much I hated it at times, or how much better the next games will be, this will always be my favorite

[@muchwin]

Just one of the best intros to a game ever. The perfect song for racing, the seamless transitions between seasons and the beautiful scenery

[@Airan102banshee]

I played this demo on PC just because nothing else to do and when purchase menu pops up I literally ran for my wallet haha

[@WW1N73R]

this intro actually made me cry

[@Chrisy45054]

One of my favorite quotes from this intro: _"The most incredible hypercars are all here! I can see an Centenario! Ferrari FFX K! And a _*_beautiful_*_ Bugatti Chiron! And is that a Vulcan?! Oh Horizon, you do _*_NOT_*_ want to miss out on watching this!"_

[@GraperPie]

the audio delay is legendary

[@alduininthecaac]

This intro was my first ever game on a next gen console. I have had a potato laptop for so long and It was overwhelming for me to control the Senna and I couldn't believe I was actually driving it in stable high fps and gorgeous graphics on my series S. Thanks Xbox you are the best!

[@GTGamer5TTV]

“Look at that Senna go!” That’s the part that made me smile the most

[@NoXHealeR_Exile]

This is just so much better than FH5 intro

[@odis3074]

6:09 was such a good cut, with the bottom view of the car changing the color of the sky, the jets that fly by overhead, and of course, the hypercars speeding down the road. Beautiful!! :)

[@emperor719]

I played the new horizon 5 and i honestly still think this intro is better

[@bloonface]

Yeah this is much better and it's not even close

[@iFurore]

The transitions were so perfect

[@trekninja1]

The intro, the music, the breathtaking graphics of everything around you and the driving. In fact, the moment you hit that final straight to the finish line with the McLaren. The final score is a symphony that just concludes it all. "This is one astonishing game"

[@fizfilet5640]

after Forza Horizon 5 came out, this intro race still the best 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@bodyextreme8495]

This has to be one of the best game intros ever. Sends chills down my spin everyone

[@abdullahhamadeh]

man i just wish that fh5 has the same vibe for an intro. this always gives me goosebumps

[@jiminy_cricket7187]

Literally came back to this video to see if anyone agreed with me.

[@88tazler88]

i know this game has only been out for 3 years but it gives me nostalgia and comfort like no other game does, especially with the colder seasons

[@Grimmjow19872]

yes, did you see the one for FH 5?

[@88tazler88]

@@Grimmjow19872 yeah that looks so good as well. Look like it’s gonna have a similar vibe to fh3😎

[@dyargitapratama2494]

Is this intro or heaven? So beautiful 😍

[@jamesaroni1235]

I miss playing this.

[@austin.paquette]

Just got into the game recently and I've got to admit. I cried. The whole sequence is a masterpiece in world building and tone setting. I get emotional when you can tell pieces of media have had the hearts and souls of everyone involved put in. I get the same feeling when I watch the end of that Top Gear episode celebrating all the British cars. The incredible music, perfectly timed sequences (riding behind those bikes with the colourful smoke really got me) and the gameplay itself is incredible. I only wish I would've gotten into the game at its peak, but I'm glad I finally did at all.

[@thejoeidontknow]

"It's not your dream holiday anymore, it's your dream life"

[@nocapp_]

summer was the best one, amazing for the finish, the song , jesus it’s amazing, drum and bass has been top tier since 2010, just the whole vibe, brought me to tears man, i’m 19, and remembering playing forza 2 with my big bro before he went to jail and shit. damn, forza you just know how to make awesome intros

[@CAL1MBO]

Wrong'ns

[@nocapp_]

@@CAL1MBO ??

[@BamHurgr]

ive never felt so badass and hype as that rally section, in my life....

[@Samueliguess]

When I first played the game. I fell in love

[@hugoeduardolimasaguilar4585]

The first race is like "welcome to the heaven my son"

[@MarquisBS]

All of the Forza Horizon intros are great... But they KOCKED it out of the park with this one! Bravo

[@NotHere648]

When I first started playing this game I was BLOWN AWAY from the soundtrack and the engine roaring such a good game

[@raycist8538]

This intro is so good, that when i first played the game, it almost made me cry

[@densin_]

I had the pleasure of playing this at Gamescom just before it released, me and my friend were just walking around as eager and inexperienced game developer students and we saw there was no line (was a press and trade day). Neither of us were really like "Yeah! Let's go!" and we were going back and forth about playing it or not, but we figured what the heck, why not? Then it started and it was just.. such a great experience, so much fun, such great music, great handling of the cars, gorgeous visuals. We just had a massive grin on our face the entire time, eyes glued to the screen and ears focused on the sounds and all the while the experience constantly changed as you went through the seasons. We both were left with just pure and utter amazement as we went through the exit and were raving about how awesome that was and how glad we were we decided to go play it. In a way, this game speaks "Life" to me, while it's a game about racing, this game feels like so much more than that, moments where you can appreciate the scenery and just sit and listen to the music, then when you're done, you find the longest road and push the car to the absolute limits, blasting your favorite track. To this day I still come back to this intro when I want to relive that moment, that music, that experience, that giant grin, that inspiration and that feeling.

[@totes1378]

coming back to this legit gave me goosebumps after playing FH5 for a while now

[@user-kp8mv8od4c]

I cry everytime I watch/play this intro, it's just way too beautiful.

[@albertwesker8737]

The best intro in all Forza Horizon games, the song really pumps me up

[@revvb.]

FH4 Senna > FH5 Senna

[@breadstick3793]

The way this game starts is just breathtaking

[@lilevilhag]

This was the first Forza game I ever played. And it was so special. I’m in love.

[@LikeAGroove]

The song plays a big part in what's making this intro feel so good

[@x_joyride_x]

Agreed. I really believe it's the background song and how it flows perfectly with every scene is what gives this intro the emotion that brings some people to tears. I also think that in reality, every Motorsport lover wishes this was a reality. This is me included lol

[@Noctis198]

What's the song called?

[@LikeAGroove]

@@Noctis198 Fred V & Grafix - Sunrise, it's FH4 exclusive so you won't find an oficial version on youtube, spotify etc..

[@the_ZAMURAI]

@@LikeAGroove it’s on Spotify

[@LikeAGroove]

@@the_ZAMURAI if you talk abou auckland sunrise, that's a different song

[@mjn1234]

2:25 game of thrones reference???

[@user-sv3df9hj4g]

0:34 IWTG that Liberty Walk Audi R8 is coolest as fck. The best game scene I have ever seen in my life!

[@Donuttman2323]

The engine roar gives me tingles. cars are more than just cars.. they are a way of life

[@RaDeCaL_Gaming]

This opening intro still gives me the chills. Amazing!

[@gh0stpred103]

I thought fh4 couyldn't top it but OMG this one actually made me cry,. FH3 made me smile but fh4 omg i ws crying

[@adriandotexe]

this one still pales in comparison to FH2. You can't beat Eric Prydz - Liberate.

[@TronLegacy7]

Man still brings me tears to this day, Ah the memories

[@OneWorld001YT]

The intro is so friking good that I almost cry

[@LikeAGroove]

I always cry :) compared to fh5, this is just heaven

[@jewz4482]

This intro made me cry. Top notch work gentlemen. Keep it coming.

[@SEANJACKSONOFFICIAL]

the winter race though where the camera just comes into third person, the raw of those engines is just absolutely brilliant

[@GuninGames]

Yaknow what i see, passion, when she says "dont go anywhere, Horizon is here to stay, press to accelerate" my heart was beating as fast as the twin turbo 4.0L v8 in that Mclaren Senna

[@LilNutDumb]

Everytime I look at fh4's intro it brings me back to the beginning of quarantine when I bought the game

[@dunnohow8822]

I was shouting top of my lungs first time i played this intro. So Well done, so Much love put into it. I keep coming back to it.

[@x_joyride_x]

I have never played a more beautiful intro to a game than this

[@spurs1516]

3:53 that transition 😮

[@freddyfrog70]

still the best intro in the series

[@concept7804]

i swear no other game ever made me feel like this

[@electroocelot]

never gets old, never will either i think... it had a vibe like nothing else... face filled with joy instantly

[@NixonYusa]

Watching this feels nostalgic, even though it wasn't that long ago when I left Horizon 4. It's such a beautiful intro, more of a work of art that goes through your emotions with a dynamic flow. I never forgot how beautiful this intro is and even I praise it to this day.

[@karlevans5331]

Forza horizon intros have to be the best racing game intros ever in a racing car game. They are all amazing and so well put together that it makes you feel your actually there racing against the over drivers to become the horizon champion. Nice upload by the way I had fun watching it. BTW I think your a really good driver in fh4 definitely better than me. But all that matters is I try my best. I have the XBOX ONE S 1TB EDITION WITH FORZA HORIZON 4 AND ASSASINS CREED ORIGINS. Thank you for the upload you did an amazing job of capturing the feel and atmosphere of Forza horizon 4.

[@thecorruptprince2933]

Yo the intros to this game just get me so excited especially the spring rally race with those dirt bikes