I'm going to use this as my primary controller moving forward because of its quality grips and the cute little details like the translucent case and visible rumble motor. I'll also probably find myself gazing at it a little too often, as pictures don't do the vivid colors justice. Simply put: this controller perfectly embodies Forza Horizon, and that's just fun. Of course, there are also other details to note with the Forza Horizon 5 Xbox Wireless Controller. Other than the almost-hidden Forza logo, the controller's unique translucent casing allows for an alluring effect not possible with opaque plastic (please, everyone, more translucency in tech). The left-hand rumble motor in the FH5 controller is clearly visible behind the plastic, and is also painted a bright red across one side (a likely homage to how many brake calipers in high-end cars are painted red).

See, the real selling point of the Thrustmaster eSwap XR Pro Controller for Xbox Forza Horizon 5 Edition is the addition of a new module – the Forza Horizon tagged Racing Wheel.

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To the right of that port comes a triple treat of buttons that allow for mapping those rear-placed buttons (a simple process of mapping button to button), along with two profile switches (signified by apron-mounted lighting) for when you need to go fully ‘pro’. During the gamescom 2021 Xbox Stream, we showcased what players can expect when hopping into Forza Horizon 5 for the first time, including footage of both of our cover cars, the Mercedes-AMG ONE and the 2021 Ford Bronco Badlands, in action. As longtime fans know, the beginning of a Forza Horizon game sets the stage for everything to come, so we felt like it was important to share a look at these pivotal moments. Yep, you heard us right – the Thrustmaster eSwap XR Pro Controller for Xbox in Forza Horizon 5 trim comes complete with a teeny tiny steering wheel, one that can be dropped onto the controller in mere seconds, letting you become more immersed with your racing scene than ever before. Don’t get us wrong, it is no match for a full race wheel set-up and if you’re really serious about shaving the milliseconds or hitting the apexes, then we’d most definitely point you to the way of the Thrustmaster T248 Wheel or T128 Wheel. But if you don’t want to get that involved, this could still be a fun little way of playing. With the [racing wheel] module’s re-centering system and 95° rotation angle, you’ll experience a whole new level of immersion — with incredible control of your turns and drifting."

Compatible with select devices and operating system versions; learn more at xbox.com/controller-compatibility. Button mapping available via Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series XS, Xbox One and Windows 10; app for Windows 10 requires compatible USB-C cable (sold separately). Full description GameSpot's Forza Horizon 5 review scored the racing game a 9/10. "Forza Horizon 5 is another meaningful evolution of the series as opposed to a reinvention, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's a case of more of the same," reviewer Alessandro Barbosa said. "Even when it is familiar, Forza Horizon 5 makes small, but thoughtful changes to its established blueprint that hones in on the people behind the cars in a way that the franchise has previously just glossed over." Compatible with select devices and operating system versions; learn more at xbox.com/controller-compatibility. Button mapping available via Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10; app for Windows 10 requires compatible USB-C cable (sold separately). Personalisation is the real key in what the Thrustmaster eSwap XR Pro Controller for Xbox Forza Horizon 5 Edition delivers, and it excels on that front. But you can then also consider that Thrustmaster have their free ThrustmapperX software and App ready on PC and Xbox, with this allowing for even further customisation and adjustment of sensitivity settings, controller vibration and the like. Very little has been left off the table with this one. Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands) may take longer to reach you.But there’s more and Thrustmaster have seen fit to include some on-board audio controls on the front side of the eSwap XR; volume up, volume down and a mic button placed just to the left of the 3.5mm audio port. They prove to be extremely easy to hit whilst playtime goes on and is something that we’ve waxed lyrical about with other controllers – why can’t all have some form of onboarded audio controls to ensure we never have to take our hands of the controller whilst playing. Compatible with select devices and operating system versions; learn more at xbox.com/controller-compatibility. Button mapping available via the Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10; the app for Windows 10 requires compatible USB-C cable (sold separately). Whilst we will do everything we can to meet the delivery times above, there may be factors outside of our control and we cannot guarantee delivery within this time frame.