Forza Horizon 5
Forza Horizon 5 is the fifth installment of the popular and award-winning video game series Forza Horizon. The open-world, arcade-style racing game was developed by Playground Games and published by Xbox Game Studios in 2021. Initially available only on Xbox consoles and PC, the title was released for PlayStation consoles for the first time in May 2025. The game has sold over 50 million copies and won “Best Sports/Racing Game” at the 2021 The Game Awards.
The game stands out especially due to its breathtaking game world, set in a colorful and diverse version of Mexico. In addition to realistically rendered vehicles and environments, the game features dynamic weather, changing seasons and a vibrant festival atmosphere that makes the racing spectacle truly unique.
Forza Horizon 5 includes over 20 special vehicles from the Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG brands. One particular highlight is the Mercedes-AMG ONE. This hypercar is not only the game’s hero car but also prominently featured on the game’s cover. The player’s career begins directly with the AMG ONE in the opening sequence. In spectacular scenes, the vehicle is showcased before the player gets behind the wheel, himself.
With additional iconic vehicles such as the Mercedes-AMG CLK GTR, the Mercedes-AMG G 63 6x6, and the legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupé, players experience the Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG brands in a special immersive way.
On behalf of clients Mercedes-AMG and Mercedes-Benz, LOCAVI GmbH managed the implementation of the hero car.
The Trailer can be seen here.
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Marketing Objectives
- Eye-catching global presentation of the brands Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG in the entertainment area videogames
- Strengthening of brand positioning using iconic and innovative Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG models ("brand shaper")
- Implementation of an entertainment project that meets the current zeitgeist
Brand and Product Integration
- 1929 Mercedes-Benz SSK
- 1939 Mercedes-Benz W154
- 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupé
- 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR
- 1967 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
- 1987 Mercedes-Benz AMG Hammer Coupe
- 1987 Mercedes-Benz AMG Hammer Wagon
- 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution II
- 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 E
- 1998 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK GTR
- 1998 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK GTR Forza Edition
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG Wagon
- 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Black Series
- 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
- 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG
- 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 65 AMG
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG
- 2014 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U5023
- 2014 Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6x6
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz #24 Tankpool24 Racing Truck
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz #24 Tankpool24 Racing Truck Forza Edition
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz X-Klasse
- 2016 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Coupé
- 2017 Mercedes-AMG GT R
- 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé
- 2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S
- 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT
- 2021 Mercedes-AMG ONE
- 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series
- 2021 Mercedes-AMG SL 63
PR and Marketing Activities
- Activation on the Mercedes-AMG Instagram channel
Locavi's Contributions
- Project and concept analysis
- Consulting for the implementation of the vehicles into the game
- Coordination of the communication between Mercedes-Benz/Mercedes-AMG and Playground Games