Forza Motorsport 2 is a 2007 simulation racing video game developed by Turn 10 Studios for the Xbox 360 console.

Players compete in events around the globe using real licensed cars on a variety of real-world and fictional courses.

Some drivers include Allan McNish, Pedro Lamy, Johnny Herbert, Max Papis, Kamui Kobayashi, Satoshi Motoyama, Yuji Ide, Teppei Natori, Tommy Archer, Seiji Ara, Masahiko Kageyama, Alain Menu, Luc Alphand and Christophe Bouchut.

[6] The damage ratings for each part of the vehicle can be seen on the HUD (heads up display) accessed from the in-game menu.

Other features include tournament scheduling and the ability to take in-game photos and upload to and view five at a time on the Forza 2 website.

[7] The Microsoft Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel was developed in alongside Forza Motorsport 2 and is designed to work with the game.

Professional racers playtested the wheel to aid the development in trying to achieve realistic features and settings.

The Forza Motorsport 2 audio team set out to create a more realistic soundtrack that improves gameplay, immerses the player, and changes with car customization.

To implement the audio, they matched the sample loops to engine speeds and used DSP techniques to enhance the sound.

Various online game stores also offered a bonus code to unlock the Nissan 350Z featured on promotional pictures with preorder purchase.

[15] A special edition titled Forza Motorsport 2 Platinum Hits was released for the North American market on August 19, 2008.

[20] In Australia, Hyper's Dirk Watch commended the game for its "excellent handling and fantastic customization."