The gameplay trailer for Forza Horizon 2 on the Xbox One and Xbox 360 was screened at this year’s E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo aka gamer heaven). Hat tip to Road & Track.

Here are some official details from Microsoft Xbox of what we can expect in this hot new game and needless to say we’re in love:

Explore a Massive, Living Open World – A world of beauty and freedom awaits.

  • The next evolution of the best-in-class Forza graphics engine delivers full day and night cycle, with lighting and visual effects.
  • An epic road trip career mode adapts to your car choices with hundreds of events across a beautiful and diverse European landscape.
  • However you like to play, there is an endless variety of free-roam driving fun. Whether you’re racing, hunting hidden treasures like exotic barn find cars, or unlocking exciting bucket list challenges, the choice is yours.

Action-Packed Driving – Take risks and earn rewards for showing off your driving skills and style.

  • Smash through fences onto back country dirt trails, plow though fields of crops and dense forests, and discover new shortcuts on your thrilling, high- speed adventures.
  • Race against aircraft and trains in thrilling Showcase events.
  • Make your name at the Horizon Festival. Whether you’re racing in traffic, catching huge air, or racking up skill points and combos with awesome stunts, your legacy begins here.
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Screenshot from Forza Horizon 2 (Photo Credit: Microsoft Xbox)

Connect with Friends – An epic road trip awaits.

  • Join friends online to free roam together, compete in races and team Playground modes, or take part in fun co-op challenges.
  • Join or create your own Car Club of up to 1000 members to expand your network of friends and rule the leaderboards.

Your Ultimate Car Fantasy – Drive more than 200 of the world’s greatest cars.

  • A diverse collection of amazing vehicles ranging from extreme off-roaders to modern supercars, classic muscle, and much more.
  • Every car and truck is recreated in obsessive detail, with full cockpit views, including functional windshield wipers, working headlights, and authentic interiors.
  • The Horizon Festival invites you to join its celebration of cars, music, freedom, and fun on the world’s greatest roads. Get ready for the road trip of your life!
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Screenshot from Forza Horizon 2 (Photo Credit: Microsoft Xbox)