Five racing games that are way ahead of the pack

A huge open world full of challenges for car enthusiasts: ‘Forza Horizon 5’ has a lot of variety in store. — Microsoft/dpa

STUTTGART: Video games about races can get your heart racing with as much tension, drama and action as any fight-packed blockbuster.

The latest hits make full use of the new technical abilities of PCs and consoles, and are also surprisingly varied, ranging from quick fun races to sprawling open world spectacles.