Is Forza Horizon 1 Shutting Down? Official Shutdown and Availability Details

Forza Horizon 1 shut down on October 20, 2016. Learn how this affects ownership, playing, and data backup to avoid losing progress.

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Forza Horizon 1 is officially shutting down. As of October 20, 2016, the game is no longer available for purchase. However, if you already own it, you can still download and play it. Ensure to back up your game data to avoid any future inconveniences.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Is Forza Horizon 1 still playable after shutdown? Yes, if you already own Forza Horizon 1, you can still download and play it even after the shutdown date of October 20, 2016.
  2. Can I purchase Forza Horizon 1 after October 20, 2016? No, Forza Horizon 1 has been removed from sale since October 20, 2016, and is no longer available to purchase.
  3. How can I protect my progress in Forza Horizon 1 after shutdown? It's recommended to back up your game data to avoid losing any progress or save files after the game's shutdown.
  4. Why was Forza Horizon 1 shut down? The official shutdown was likely due to the game's age and focus shifting to newer titles in the Forza series, though specific reasons were not detailed.