"Forza Horizon 3" is getting ready for snow as it brings its "Blizzard Mountain" DLC this month Dec. 13. The DLC is part of the their "Forza Horizon 3 Expansion Pass" and can be bought separately for $34.99. The update will also include seven new vehicles to tackle the mountain.
Forzamotorsport reports that the "Forza Horizon 3" "Blizzard Mountain" DLC marks a first for series. It's the first time for the game to feature snow, blizzards, ice and elevated courses. New race types are also added, namely Hill Climb, Blizzard and Descent. 50 new challenges and events also make it into the game. The expansion will also challenge players with 28 new Xbox Live Achievements. The full list can be viewed here.
The "Blizzard Mountain" expansion adds seven new vehicles to "Forza Horizon 3." It also adds a hidden "Barn Find" vehicle to up the total to eight new rides.
"Forza Horizon 3" "Blizzard Mountain" DLC vehicles
The game features famous vehicles starting with the 2016 Ford GYMKHANA 9 Focus RS RX, 1985 Lancia Delta S4 Group B, 2016 RJ Anderson #37 Polaris RZR-Rockstar Energy Pro 2 Truck, 2016 Subaru #199 WRX STI VT15r Rally Car, 2016 Nissan Titan Warrior Concept, 1975 Lancia Stratos HF Group 4 and the 1965 Ford F-100 Flareside Abatti Racing Trophy Truck. The eight DLC car requires players to discover it as a "Barn Find" in the game.
The "Blizzard Mountain" expansion for Forza Horizon 3 is described by Forzamotorsport as a "mountain paradise for car fans." It is reported to introduce new areas, such as the extreme snow park as well as a large frozen lake. The website says "challenging driving conditions" and "adventurous terrain" await players.
"Forza Horizon 3" is an exclusive title for the Xbox One and PC launched on Sept. 27. The "Blizzard Mountain" arrives on Dec. 13. The game features an open-world type of driving experience. Players are encouraged to explore and even discover hidden vehicles called
Barn Finds." The game is also compatible with some racing wheel peripherals, which give it a slightly more immersive feel.