Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 requires a Microsoft account in addition to a PSN account. No cross-progression, but PS5 players can access UGC from other platforms. While we already know that former Xbox-exclusive Forza Horizon 5 is headed to the PS5 this spring, some might not know that there are extra requirements in order to play it.

According to the game's PS5 FAQ page, Forza Horizon 5 will ask players to link their Microsoft accounts when it boots up for the first time on the console. Players already need a PSN account when logging into their console, so a Microsoft account is just another step in the process.

Forza Horizon 5 is releasing on PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro on April 29 or April 25 through Early Access, but you'll need to hold on to your Microsoft account

Last month, Microsoft surprised gamers by announcing that another Xbox-exclusive game is headed to the PS5, and that's racing game, Forza Horizon 5. It's not just a straight port, as today, Playground Games has revealed that the PS5 version will even have features not available on Xbox platforms.

Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 will require a Microsoft account, which may limit cross-platform progress and multiplayer access. (Xbox.com) The upcoming release of Forza Horizon 5 on PlayStation 5 is stirring up conversation,

Forza Horizon 5' developer Playground Games has confirmed PlayStation users will require a Microsoft account as well as a PlayStation Network account in order to access the title.

Forza Horizon 5 is coming to PlayStation next month, but a new revelation has fans concerned about video game preservation.

Xbox's multiformat ports continue to have some annoying wrinkles, as Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 raises concerns about game preservation.