It is time to clean your lenses and find that perfect lighting. Playground Games has kicked off a new Steam Screenshot Contest for Forza Horizon 5, and this time, the creative restrictions are completely off. If you have been sitting on a gallery of stunning landscape shots or high-octane action freezes, now is the moment to share them.
Open Theme: Creative Freedom
Unlike previous community challenges that often demand specific car manufacturers or weather conditions, this week's contest features an Open Theme. This is significant for photographers who specialize in niche aesthetics. Whether you prefer capturing the reflection of neon lights in a rainy street scene or the dust kicking up from a rally fighter in the Baja desert, your composition is the only thing that matters.
For players looking to maximize their chances, remember that Mexico's "Evolving Open World" offers distinct biomes that look drastically different depending on the current season. A shot from the top of the snow-capped Gran Caldera volcano or deep within the lush jungle ruins can provide the kind of dramatic contrast that catches a judge's eye.
Prizes Worth the Shutter Speed
While the glory of being featured is nice, the tangible rewards for this contest are solid, especially for players looking to pad their in-game economy. Winners can choose one of the following:
- A Car of your choice (ideal for filling gaps in your collection without spending millions at the Auction House)
- 500,000 Credits
- 2 Super Wheelspins
For veteran players, the specific car choice is usually the meta pick here, as it allows you to bypass rare drop rates. However, if you're newer to the festival, 500k credits is a healthy injection of cash for upgrades.
How do I enter the Forza Horizon 5 Steam Contest?
This contest is specifically for the Steam community. To enter, you need to upload your screenshot to the Steam Community Hub with the required caption or tag specified in the official contest thread. The deadline is strict: you must have your submission in by Wednesday, November 26th, 2025, at 10:00 AM PT (5:00 PM UTC).
If you are planning to enter, don't just rely on the default camera settings. Play with the aperture to get that professional depth of field, and don't be afraid to use the "rewind" feature to find the exact frame where your suspension compression looks the most aggressive.