Forza Horizon 5 is an open-world racing game set across a stunning recreation of Mexico, from jungles and deserts to volcanic mountains and coastal cities. With over 800 cars spanning every category from hypercars to off-road trucks, the game offers arcade-accessible handling with deep tuning systems for enthusiasts. Seasonal Playlists rotate weekly challenges and exclusive rewards, keeping the game fresh years after launch. The Horizon Open multiplayer and EventLab custom race creator provide endless content beyond the campaign.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Guanajuato
Key resources: Street Scene races, Horizon Life events, tunnel speed traps Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Hoonigan RS200 (Rally) upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Baja Desert
Key resources: Speed traps, desert cross-country events, barn find locations Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Hoonigan RS200 (Rally) upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Cordillera Jungle
Key resources: Trail races, jungle exploration, danger sign locations Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Hoonigan RS200 (Rally) upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Playa Azul
Key resources: Beach races, coastal speed zones, Photo Challenge locations Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Jesko (Hypercar) max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Horizon Stadium
Key resources: Circuit racing, tune testing, Rivals leaderboard events Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Jesko (Hypercar) max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Guanajuato — Baja Desert)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on Hoonigan RS200 (Rally) once accessible
Mid Game (Cordillera Jungle)
- Push Hoonigan RS200 (Rally) to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Jesko (Hypercar)
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Playa Azul — Horizon Stadium)
- Max out Jesko (Hypercar) — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment — Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials — Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear — Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Cordillera Jungle farming — This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early — Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Download community tunes instead of building your own until you understand the tuning system — search for tunes with 'grip' or 'meta' in the name.
- Farm Cordillera Jungle during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build — some classes farm faster in certain areas
More Forza Horizon 5 Guides
- Forza Horizon 5 Forza Horizon 5 Overview
- Forza Horizon 5 Best Builds
- Forza Horizon 5 Tier List
- Forza Horizon 5 Walkthrough
- Forza Horizon 5 Beginner's Guide
- Forza Horizon 5 Tips & Tricks
- Forza Horizon 5 Weapons Guide
- Forza Horizon 5 Combat Guide
- Forza Horizon 5 Boss Guide
- Forza Horizon 5 Maps & Locations
- Forza Horizon 5 Classes & Characters
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