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Forza Motorsport 4
Common Sense Media says
Excellent racing sim that's easy to play but has open chat.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Forza Motorsport 4 is a straightforward racing simulation. Players participate in several races and other events such as "hot lap" challenges to unlock more cars and boost their driver's experience. The game features crashes but the results are unrealistic, which could leave young kids with the impression that crashing isn't dangerous. The game is playable online with open chat, a feature Common Sense Media does not recommend to children under the age of 12.
What's it about?
FORZA MOTORSPORT 4 is a racing simulation where players get behind the wheel of countless cars and participate in races and world championships. After each event, players will gain driver experience and affinity points for manufacturer loyalty. Outside of World Career mode, an Autovista mode lets players explore cars more closely, while the multiplayer component allows players to race others online.
Is it any good?
Forza Motorsport 4 is a gorgeous, gratifying, and accessible racing game. The graphics are realistic and the variety in cars and tracks based on real locations around the world keep things fresh. But its flexibility with controls invites players of any skill level to enjoy and become enamored with sleek, speedy cars. Players can go from simply steering vehicles to taking full control, right down to fine tuning tire pressure and other specifications. Forza 4 is arguably the best racing title available.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about how the races here compared to real-world races. What makes them similar or different? What are the consequences of crashes here versus in real life?
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Kid, 10 years old
March 26, 2012
AGE
WOW
Amazing graphics and stunning scenery.Loads of cars to choose from.With this game u will never get tired!
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Kid, 12 years old
May 8, 2012
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my experience with the game
there is no violence besides crashing and there is no blood, cursing or fire but it can be a little hard it also teaches kids about flags and countries
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Teen, 13 years old
March 27, 2012
AGE
Ok For Anyone
Forza 4 is a great game that is fine for anyone. If you don't want your kids to play online, then just cancel Xbox Live! If you don't want them to crash, encourage slow driving without opponents!
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Kid, 11 years old
August 17, 2012
AGE
awesome
awesome graphics, neat game!
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Teen, 13 years old
October 16, 2012
AGE
Good Racing Game.
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Kid, 12 years old
October 15, 2012
AGE
fantastic game highly recommend it!!
amazing game!! the graphics are so amazing if not the best! no violence apart from cars bumping into each other and i suspect most 15 year old's should be able to handle that!! only rated it a 6 because any younger would have difficulty playing
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Kid, 12 years old
February 1, 2013
AGE
I wake up early on the weekends to play this game.
Great for any fan of racing, beautiful graphics and amazing cars. This game is an amazing game except for the fact that you have to purchase most car packs like the Porsches. Very fun game to play by yourself or with one other, but the offline multiplayer is only up to 2.
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Kid, 10 years old
December 2, 2012
AGE
Forza 4
Absolutely amazing no violence at all. Awesome!
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Kid, 12 years old
October 24, 2012
AGE
this game is for all ages, but need to stay of game chat.
its a great game. the quality of the game is outstanding. full 1080p. ive been playing this game for a year. id say this game is great for all ages.
the game has a lot of cars. and is expanding every month. but every car costs like 240 microsoft points. (aka 3 bucks) the multiplayer is amazing also. its got drift, car tag, soccer, and more. but when your playing multiplayer it has open chat and of course some of the people are not friendly. so id say for younger kids should turn off voice chat. thats all i say for parental review. and for people who play halo can get the halo warthog in autovista mode. so this game is one fo the best driving game ive played in my life.
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Kid, 12 years old
April 4, 2013
AGE
AMAZING
This game does not have unrealistic crashes. THERE IS A SETTING FOR COSMETIC DAMAGE AND REAL DAMAGE TO YOUR CAR it has great graphics and I love it
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| Topics: | cars and trucks |
| Platforms: | Xbox 360 |
| Available online? | Not available online |
| Genre: | Racing |
| Developer: | Microsoft Studios |
| Release date: | October 11, 2011 |
| Price: | $59.99 |
| ESRB rating: | E for (Xbox 360) |
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