{"id":533044,"date":"2025-07-22T00:41:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T00:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=533044"},"modified":"2025-07-22T00:41:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T00:41:03","slug":"what-city-is-forza-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/","title":{"rendered":"What city is Forza 3?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Cruising_Down_Under_Unveiling_the_Location_of_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"Cruising Down Under: Unveiling the Location of Forza Horizon 3\">Cruising Down Under: Unveiling the Location of Forza Horizon 3<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Exploring_the_Australian_Landscape_in_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"Exploring the Australian Landscape in Forza Horizon 3\">Exploring the Australian Landscape in Forza Horizon 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Forza Horizon 3\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Forza Horizon 3<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Is_Sydney_or_Melbourne_featured_in_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"Is Sydney or Melbourne featured in Forza Horizon 3?\">Is Sydney or Melbourne featured in Forza Horizon 3?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#When_was_Forza_Horizon_3_decommissioned\" title=\"When was Forza Horizon 3 decommissioned?\">When was Forza Horizon 3 decommissioned?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Can_I_still_play_Forza_Horizon_3_if_I_already_own_it\" title=\"Can I still play Forza Horizon 3 if I already own it?\">Can I still play Forza Horizon 3 if I already own it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Why_was_Forza_Horizon_3_removed_from_the_Microsoft_Store\" title=\"Why was Forza Horizon 3 removed from the Microsoft Store?\">Why was Forza Horizon 3 removed from the Microsoft Store?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Why_arent_Volkswagen_cars_included_in_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"Why aren&#8217;t Volkswagen cars included in Forza Horizon 3?\">Why aren&#8217;t Volkswagen cars included in Forza Horizon 3?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#What_is_the_download_size_of_Forza_Horizon_3_on_PC\" title=\"What is the download size of Forza Horizon 3 on PC?\">What is the download size of Forza Horizon 3 on PC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Does_Forza_Horizon_3_have_a_storyline\" title=\"Does Forza Horizon 3 have a storyline?\">Does Forza Horizon 3 have a storyline?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#What_are_some_of_the_gameplay_features_of_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"What are some of the gameplay features of Forza Horizon 3?\">What are some of the gameplay features of Forza Horizon 3?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Is_Forza_Horizon_3_still_active_online\" title=\"Is Forza Horizon 3 still active online?\">Is Forza Horizon 3 still active online?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#What_type_of_game_is_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"What type of game is Forza Horizon 3?\">What type of game is Forza Horizon 3?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#What_is_the_goal_of_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"What is the goal of Forza Horizon 3?\">What is the goal of Forza Horizon 3?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Does_Forza_Horizon_3_have_DLC\" title=\"Does Forza Horizon 3 have DLC?\">Does Forza Horizon 3 have DLC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#What_makes_Forza_Horizon_3_unique_compared_to_other_Forza_games\" title=\"What makes Forza Horizon 3 unique compared to other Forza games?\">What makes Forza Horizon 3 unique compared to other Forza games?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#What_are_the_graphic_requirements_to_play_Forza_Horizon_3\" title=\"What are the graphic requirements to play Forza Horizon 3?\">What are the graphic requirements to play Forza Horizon 3?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-city-is-forza-3\/#Where_can_I_learn_more_about_video_games_and_their_impact_on_learning\" title=\"Where can I learn more about video games and their impact on learning?\">Where can I learn more about video games and their impact on learning?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cruising_Down_Under_Unveiling_the_Location_of_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>Cruising Down Under: Unveiling the Location of Forza Horizon 3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The Forza Horizon series is renowned for its stunning open-world environments, and <strong>Forza Horizon 3<\/strong> is no exception. Instead of focusing on a single city, <strong>Forza Horizon 3 is set in a fictionalized representation of the entire country of Australia<\/strong>. This allows for a diverse landscape, ranging from the <strong>Australian Outback<\/strong> to the <strong>beaches of Surfers Paradise<\/strong>, and everything in between. The game puts you in charge of the <strong>Horizon Festival<\/strong>, letting you expand the event across various Australian regions as you complete races and challenges.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exploring_the_Australian_Landscape_in_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>Exploring the Australian Landscape in Forza Horizon 3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Forza Horizon 3 doesn&#8217;t confine itself to a single city, making it unique in the series. Instead, it draws inspiration from various iconic locations across Australia to create a seamless and engaging open-world experience. Here&#8217;s a breakdown of some of the key areas featured in the game:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Outback:<\/strong> Experience the vast, arid beauty of the Australian Outback, complete with red dirt tracks, dusty plains, and stunning rock formations. Driving through the Outback provides a thrilling sense of freedom and adventure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Surfers Paradise:<\/strong> Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Surfers Paradise, with its bustling city streets, golden beaches, and towering skyscrapers. This coastal city is perfect for high-speed races and showcasing your driving skills.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Great Ocean Road:<\/strong> Take on the winding curves and breathtaking coastal views of the Great Ocean Road, one of Australia&#8217;s most iconic driving routes. This scenic route offers a mix of challenging turns and picturesque landscapes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rainforests:<\/strong> Explore the lush, dense rainforests of Australia, with their winding roads, towering trees, and hidden pathways. These environments provide a unique and challenging driving experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Desert Town of Coober Pedy:<\/strong> The underground opal mining town of Coober Pedy offers a unique and interesting area of exploration for the player.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The game&#8217;s map also includes locations inspired by <strong>Byron Bay, Ormiston Gorge, and other parts of Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and the Northern Territory<\/strong>. The game designers didn&#8217;t try to recreate specific cities exactly, but rather capture the essence and variety of the Australian landscape.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Forza Horizon 3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Sydney_or_Melbourne_featured_in_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>Is Sydney or Melbourne featured in Forza Horizon 3?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Neither Sydney nor Melbourne is directly featured in Forza Horizon 3. The developers intentionally avoided choosing between the two cities to keep the focus on the overall Australian experience. Instead, they opted for locations like <strong>The Great Ocean Road and Surfers Paradise<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_was_Forza_Horizon_3_decommissioned\"><\/span>When was Forza Horizon 3 decommissioned?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Forza Horizon 3 was decommissioned on <strong>September 27, 2020<\/strong>. This means the game and its associated DLC are no longer available for purchase in the Microsoft Store.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_still_play_Forza_Horizon_3_if_I_already_own_it\"><\/span>Can I still play Forza Horizon 3 if I already own it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, if you already own Forza Horizon 3, you can still download and play the game and its associated content from your library. However, active support for legacy Forza titles is no longer provided.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_was_Forza_Horizon_3_removed_from_the_Microsoft_Store\"><\/span>Why was Forza Horizon 3 removed from the Microsoft Store?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Forza games are often removed from digital storefronts due to the expiration of third-party licenses, including music, car manufacturers, and other copyrighted content.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_arent_Volkswagen_cars_included_in_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>Why aren&#8217;t Volkswagen cars included in Forza Horizon 3?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Volkswagen cars were not included in Forza Horizon 3 due to licensing issues. Turn 10 couldn&#8217;t align fan desires with the interests of the licensor, preventing them from including VW in the game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_download_size_of_Forza_Horizon_3_on_PC\"><\/span>What is the download size of Forza Horizon 3 on PC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The download size for Forza Horizon 3 on PC is approximately <strong>55GB<\/strong> of HD or SSD space.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Forza_Horizon_3_have_a_storyline\"><\/span>Does Forza Horizon 3 have a storyline?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Forza Horizon 3 has a storyline where the player is in charge of the Horizon Festival. The goal is to expand the festival by completing events and earning fans throughout Australia.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_of_the_gameplay_features_of_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>What are some of the gameplay features of Forza Horizon 3?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Forza Horizon 3 features a vast open world, hundreds of cars to collect and customize, a robust online multiplayer mode, and a variety of races, challenges, and events to participate in. The game also includes dynamic weather and a day\/night cycle.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Forza_Horizon_3_still_active_online\"><\/span>Is Forza Horizon 3 still active online?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the game has been decommissioned and is no longer actively supported, players who own the game can still access online features and play with others. However, the player base may be smaller compared to newer Forza titles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_game_is_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>What type of game is Forza Horizon 3?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Forza Horizon 3 is an <strong>open-world racing game<\/strong> that combines realistic driving physics with arcade-style gameplay. It is the third installment in the Forza Horizon sub-series.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_goal_of_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>What is the goal of Forza Horizon 3?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The goal of Forza Horizon 3 is to expand the Horizon Festival by completing races, challenges, and events across the Australian landscape. Players earn fans, unlock new cars, and customize their vehicles to become the ultimate Horizon champion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Forza_Horizon_3_have_DLC\"><\/span>Does Forza Horizon 3 have DLC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Forza Horizon 3 has several DLC packs, including car packs and expansion packs that add new content to the game. These DLC packs are no longer available for purchase but can still be accessed by players who already own them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_Forza_Horizon_3_unique_compared_to_other_Forza_games\"><\/span>What makes Forza Horizon 3 unique compared to other Forza games?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Forza Horizon 3 stands out for its stunning open-world environment, diverse Australian landscape, and emphasis on player freedom. The game allows players to explore the world at their own pace, participate in various events, and customize their experience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_graphic_requirements_to_play_Forza_Horizon_3\"><\/span>What are the graphic requirements to play Forza Horizon 3?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As a decommissioned game from 2016, Forza Horizon 3 has fairly modest graphical requirements. Here is a quick breakdown:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Operating System:<\/strong> Windows 10 64-bit<\/li>\n<li><strong>Processor:<\/strong> Intel i5 3570 or AMD FX-6350<\/li>\n<li><strong>Memory:<\/strong> 8 GB RAM<\/li>\n<li><strong>Graphics:<\/strong> NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti or AMD Radeon R7 250x<\/li>\n<li><strong>DirectX:<\/strong> Version 12<\/li>\n<li><strong>Network:<\/strong> Broadband Internet connection<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage:<\/strong> 55 GB available space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_learn_more_about_video_games_and_their_impact_on_learning\"><\/span>Where can I learn more about video games and their impact on learning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To explore the educational and societal impact of video games, including racing games like Forza Horizon 3, visit the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> at <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>. The <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> fosters research and discussion on how games can enhance learning and promote positive social change. You can find them here: <strong>https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Forza Horizon 3 doesn&#8217;t focus on a single city; rather, it encapsulates the spirit of Australia, offering players a diverse and exciting open-world racing experience. From the dusty Outback to the vibrant Surfers Paradise, the game&#8217;s environment is as captivating as the gameplay itself.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cruising Down Under: Unveiling the Location of Forza Horizon 3 The Forza Horizon series is renowned for its stunning open-world environments, and Forza Horizon 3 is no exception. Instead of focusing on a single city, Forza Horizon 3 is set in a fictionalized representation of the entire country of Australia. 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