Despite being delisted in 2020, Forza Horizon 3's online services remain operational, much to the delight of its player base. This commitment to maintaining online functionality was recently reaffirmed by a community manager who confirmed server reboots following player reports of inaccessible features. This contrasts with the permanent shutdown of online services for Forza Horizon and Forza Horizon 2 after their delistings.

The Forza franchise, launched in 2005 with Forza Motorsport, has seen continued success, culminating in the recent release of Forza Horizon 5. Forza Horizon 5, released in 2021, achieved a remarkable feat, surpassing 40 million players. This success, however, didn't prevent controversy surrounding its exclusion from the Best Ongoing Game category at The Game Awards 2024. The game's extensive post-launch content and updates, including the Hide and Seek mode, have significantly contributed to its popularity.

Concerns regarding the potential end of Forza Horizon 3's online services were recently raised on Reddit. A player reported difficulties accessing certain features, sparking worries within the community. However, Playground Games' senior community manager swiftly addressed these concerns, announcing server reboots and reassuring players of the ongoing online support. It's important to note that Forza Horizon 3 reached its "End of Life" status in 2020, meaning it was removed from the Microsoft Store.

The delisting of Forza Horizon 4 in December 2024, despite its impressive 24 million player count since its 2018 launch, served as a stark reminder of the transient nature of online services. Playground Games' proactive response to the Forza Horizon 3 situation is therefore particularly commendable, especially considering the positive player response following the server restoration.

Forza Horizon 5's continued success, with its over 40 million players, solidifies its place as one of Xbox's most successful titles. Anticipation is already building for Forza Horizon 6, with many players hoping for a Japanese setting. While Playground Games is currently focused on Fable, speculation suggests that development on the next Forza Horizon installment may already be underway.