Best racing game to date on the xbox360, definetly the best in terms of realism.
Gameplay: The gameplay of Forza 2 is its strength the feel of the cars is really realistic, there are options to tune cars and they feel right. When compared to other racing games like Grid or Burnout Paradise it highlights the difference between a simulator and an arcade game. On a scale of 1-10 I would give the gameplay a 9.6.
Graphics: The graphics of Forza 2 are not that great, perhaps since it's a tad old, nevertheless the cars look really good, maybe not as good as Grid, but definitely next gen. The tracks look good and for once unlike GT series there is some visible damage to cars, although this damage is not as amazing as Grid's or burnout's damage, its still an improvement. 8.5
Sound/Presentation: I was not very impressed with Forza 2's menus, sure they are simple, but they are maybe way too simple and therefore I consider the presentation to not be one of Forza's strength, the sound wasn't bad, the music was suitable and the car sounds were Ok, nothing too great but decent. 8.0
Story/options: The career mode is the basic Grand Turismo career ****mode, you race, get cash, buy cars and tune them up or buy more cars. It's not innovative but the options in decals, tuning and upgrading make it really fun, you can make really original and innovative cars, a really powerful editing option. 8.8
Replay Value: Unlike many new racing games, Forza 2 has split screen options and that is always fun with friends or family. Forza 2 also has multiplayer where you can race and sell/buy new cars, the various modes in Forza 2 also help to its huge value for money but at the end of it all its just racing. 9.5
Final Score - 9.0