Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 causes uproar

Xbox's take over of PlayStation continues with Forza Horizon 5's Microsoft account requirement — but why?
File this under S for "Shocking," but it turns out that Forza Horizon 5 has a Microsoft Account requirement on PlayStation 5. A few weeks ago, we revealed that Forza Horizon 5 was set to be the next Xbox exclusive making the jump to PlayStation,
Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 causes uproar as Xbox upsets PlayStation fans
Xbox’s multiformat ports continue to have some annoying wrinkles, as Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 raises concerns about game preservation. Forza Horizon 5 is the latest Xbox game to make its way to PlayStation 5 as part of Microsoft’s multiplatform strategy and while that is great news for anyone who doesn’t own an Xbox,
Xbox Login Raises Concerns About Preservation Of Forza Horizon 5 On PlayStation
Some of PlayStation's single-player games have since had their PSN account requirements removed due to the backlash, but Sony president Hiroki Totoki suggested just a few months ago that forcing a PlayStation Network account for "live service" titles on PC was important in order for players to "enjoy the games safely".
Forza Horizon 5 on PlayStation 5 - Here’s What You Need to Know
Microsoft Account Needed – To play Forza Horizon 5 on PS5, you’ll need to link a Microsoft account. The first time you launch the game, it’ll ask you to connect your PlayStation Network account to a Microsoft account. Once linked, your Microsoft account is tied to your PSN account for this game, but you can unlink it later if you want.
Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 Requires Microsoft Account, Sparks Debate
Eurogamer reports that Forza Horizon 5 players on PS5 will need a Microsoft account to play, linking it permanently to their PlayStation Network account.
Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 Requires a Microsoft Account, as Other Xbox Games on Sony’s Consoles Do
Forza Horizon 5 on PlayStation 5 requires a Microsoft account, the company has confirmed. Confirmation comes from a FAQ posted to the Forza support website: “Yes, in addition to a PSN account you’ll need to link to a Microsoft account in order to play Forza Horizon 5 on PS5.
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