Local launch of Forza Horizon at Aus Motor Show

Xbox 360 will be conducting the Australian launch of the newest addition to its Forza Motorsport racing franchise, Forza Horizon, at the Motor Show, which opens at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour this Friday, October 19, from 10AM.

All visitors to the Motor Show will be able to experience the thrills and action of Forza Horizon ahead of its global on-sale date of October 23 and take some of the supercars for a spin - albeit a virtual spin!

"It really is fantastic timing that Xbox was due to launch its newest automotive game, Forza Horizon around the same time at the 2012 Australian International Motor Show," said Russ Tyrie, Show Director.

"We thought it too good an opportunity to pass up and want to give the automotive and gaming enthusiasts of Australia a fantastic real-life and virtual experience.

"For all those gamers who have ever wanted to see the supercars they race virtually in the flesh and for all those automotive fans who've wanted to get behind the wheel of some of these supercars - make sure you come to the 2012 Australian International Motor Show!"

Forza Horizon is an action racing game set on the epic open roads of Colorado with a music festival backdrop. Combining stunning graphics, and cutting-edge music with legendary Forza authenticity and a superb collection of cars to drive, Forza Horizon is an automotive playground that puts a spotlight on speed, style and the freedom of the open road.

The 2012 Australian International Motor Show will be held at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour and will open daily at 10am from October 19 to 28.

For further information about the Show and to purchase tickets, visit www.motorshow.com.au, which is also compatible with all android and Apple mobile devices.