The virtual world of Forza Horizon 4 offers players not only unrestrained racing and collecting rare cars, but also the opportunity to express themselves through masterful control of the car. One of the most popular and spectacular ways to demonstrate piloting skills is to perform specific stunts, which are often referred to in the community by the general term “show-off.” This word hides a combination of drifting, jumping and spectacular turns, for which the game generously awards skill points.
Understanding how the stunt rating system works can turn an ordinary trip around the map of Britain into an exciting show. The game's mechanics encourage courage and creativity, rewarding players for long drifts, close detours of traffic and, of course, spectacular landings after flights. In this article, we will look in detail at what exactly is meant by the show-off technique, where is the best place to practice these skills, and which cars are ideal for this.
What is showing off in the context of Forza Horizon 4
The term “show off” is not the official name of the game mode or a specific skill in the menu, but it is firmly entrenched in the lexicon of the Russian-speaking community. In fact, we are talking about a set of actions aimed at maximizing skill points (Skill Score) in a short period of time. This could be a long drift using the handbrake or a series of perfect landings after jumping off a springboard.
Game physics Forza Horizon 4 structured in such a way that each action has its own weight. Drift valued for skid control, while jumping require accurate calculation of speed and departure angle. Combining these elements allows you to create chains of combos that multiply your final score. It is the ability to beautifully and effectively connect these elements into a single sequence that is called showing off.
It is important to understand that to successfully perform difficult tricks, it is not enough to simply press the gas button. Need to feel road grip, know the weight of your car and be able to change gears in time. Many players underestimate the importance of car tuning, forgetting that even a standard suspension can behave unpredictably under extreme loads while performing stunts.
The best locations for practicing tricks
Choosing the right place to train is half the battle. The map of Britain in the game is huge and varied, but not every road is suitable for a real show off. Wide snow-covered spaces or special drift zones marked on the map with the corresponding icon are ideal for practicing drifting.
If your goal is aerial stunts and spectacular landings, then you should go to mountainous areas or to special jumps scattered throughout the map. One of the most popular locations is Edinburgh Castle and the surrounding hills where you can accelerate and take a long flight. Players also often use bridges and overpasses to perform long jumps.
- 🏁 Drift parks: Specially fenced areas with a surface that promotes skidding are ideal for collecting points for drifting.
- 🏔️ Mountain passes: Here you can find natural jumps and steep descents to practice speed control.
- 🌉 Kincardine Bridge: A long straight section that is often used to accelerate before jumping or drifting at high speed.
Don't forget about seasonal changes, which radically change the behavior of the car. In winter, many locations are covered with ice, which turns an ordinary road into a huge skating rink. This is the perfect time to learn controlled drift over long distances, since grip is minimal and the car behaves very sensitive to any steering movements.
Use Season Cancel in the pause menu to quickly switch to winter if you want to practice drifting on ice without having to wait for the season to change in real time.
Selecting and preparing a car
Not every car in your garage is equally suitable for performing spectacular stunts. The key factor here is the balance between power and handling. Heavy SUVs may be good for jumping and landing on all fours, but they are too clumsy for graceful drifting. Lightweight sports coupes, on the contrary, allow you to work wonders in the air, but require filigree gas work.
Particular attention should be paid to the settings in the “Enhancements and Settings” menu. Showing off is often required differential lock, tuned to higher values so that the rear axle skids more readily. It is also worth experimenting with the stiffness of the stabilizers: a softer rear suspension provides better grip when coming out of a skid, and a stiffer front suspension improves steering response.
| Car class | Best use | Recommended drive | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports car (S1/A) | Drift, combo | Rear (RWD) | Average |
| Hypercar (S2) | Speed drifts | Full (AWD) | High |
| Offroad | Jumping, mud | Full (AWD) | Low |
| Drift car | Pure drift | Rear (RWD) | Low |
Many professionals recommend using cars with rear wheel drive for training, as they are more predictable in skidding and allow you to better feel the balance of the car. However, for complex combos that involve jumping and drifting at the same time, all-wheel drive is often more effective due to better grip on landing.
☑️ Preparing the car for stunts
Technique for performing basic elements
To make your show-off look truly impressive, you need to master basic control techniques. You should start by entering the skid. To do this, at high speed you need to sharply turn the steering wheel in the direction of the turn and simultaneously pull hand brake. The main thing is not to hold the brake for too long, otherwise the speed will drop and points will no longer be awarded.
In the air, control is carried out differently. The important thing here is to use the control sticks to rotate the car body. A slight movement of the right stick allows you to tilt the nose of the car up or down, as well as roll it left or right. This is critical for execution perfect landing, which gives a significant bonus to points.
⚠️ Attention: When performing stunts in the air, try not to rotate the car too sharply. Excessive rotation can cause you to become disorientated and land on a roof, instantly breaking the chain of skills.
The “donut” technique, or rotation in place, deserves special attention. To do this, you need to hold down the gas, turn the steering wheel all the way and periodically apply the handbrake. This is a simple but effective way to score your first points and feel the car's behavior at the limit of traction.
Point system and multipliers
Understanding how the game awards points is the key to high scores. Forza Horizon 4 has a multiplier system. The longer your trick lasts without errors (collisions, flying off the track, stopping), the higher the multiplier. However, if you crash into a tree or roll over, the chain will be broken and all accumulated points will be lost.
Combining skills - this is aerobatics. The game loves variety. If you just drive sideways, the glasses will drip, but slowly. If, while drifting, you drive between two nearby trees (Near Miss), jump over a small hill and land back in the skid, the multiplier will increase exponentially. This is precisely the essence of real show-off.
- 🔥 Chain Skills: Combine drifting, jumping and detours into one continuous sequence.
- 🚗 Near Miss: Drive your car dangerously close to traffic or objects for bonus points.
- 🎯 Perfect Landing: Land on all four wheels after jumping to double your flight points.
It is worth noting that in online mode (Horizon Life), the presence of other players may make adjustments. A random collision with another racer can interrupt your streak, so to practice records, it is better to choose less populated areas of the map or use the session privacy settings.
The secret to high multipliers
Use Rewind immediately after breaking a chain if you are training in single player mode. This will allow you to maintain momentum and try to perform the element cleaner, without starting the race all over again.
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Beginners often make the same mistake: they try to perform too many actions at once without controlling the basic physics of the car. This leads to chaotic rotation of the machine and loss of speed. Remember that smoothness more important than sharpness. Sudden steering movements at high speed often lead to an uncontrolled turn.
Another common problem is incorrect gear selection. For drifting, it is often useful to stay in a gear that allows you to keep the revs in the zone of maximum power, but not too high so that the wheels do not spin unnecessarily. For jumps, on the other hand, it is sometimes better to shift down to a lower gear before takeoff in order to have a reserve of thrust for corrections in the air.
⚠️ Attention: Do not ignore vehicle damage. A heavily damaged car changes its aerodynamics and suspension behavior, making precise stunts almost impossible to perform. Watch the status indicator.
You should also avoid tunnel vision. By focusing only on performing a trick, players often forget to look at the map and surrounding environment, which leads to collisions with static objects. Always plan your route in advance, especially if you are in a wooded area or city.
Advanced techniques for experts
For those who have already mastered the basic show off, opportunities open up for more complex maneuvers. One of them is Scandinavian pendulum (Scandinavian flick). This technique allows you to skid the car even in all-wheel drive, using inertia. Before turning, you need to briefly turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction, and then sharply shift it in the desired direction.
Another technique is to use the terrain to change the flight path. By hitting a slope with one wheel, you can force the car to tilt in the air, which will make it easier to perform side spins or land sideways (although the latter will not give you points, but it looks impressive). Experiments with aerodynamics in the air they allow you to create real miracles.
Don't forget to use cameras. In ForzaVista or when playing a replay, you can choose the angle that best enhances the beauty of your trick. For social media, this can be a deciding factor in the success of your video.
Mastery comes with practice: don't be afraid to crash cars. Every accident is a physics lesson that will help you better understand the limits of your car's grip.
What is the best car for a new drifter?
For beginners, rear-wheel drive (RWD) cars with moderate power, such as the Nissan Silvia or older generation BMW M3, are ideal. They forgive mistakes and make it easier to feel the moment of slipping into a skid.
How to increase your score multiplier faster?
Try to combine different types of skills. Drift + Jump + Near Miss gives a much larger multiplier boost than just drifting for a long time. Avoid collisions at all costs.
Is it possible to show off online?
Yes, you can, but with caution. Other players may interfere with you. It is best to use private sessions or find traffic-free areas of the map in remote corners of Britain.
Does the weather affect the performance of stunts?
Absolutely. Rain and snow drastically reduce traction, making it easier to enter a skid, but more difficult to control. Dry asphalt requires more aggressive driving to cause the wheels to spin.