Do you need for forza horizon 4 xbox live gold (pc)?

My friend bought Forza Horizon 4 for PC and says that if he wants to play online he has to buy Xbox live gold. I wanted to buy the game too, but if it really needs Xbox live gold then it doesn't. Now there are Forza Horizon players on PC who can tell me whether you need it or not? (Never heard of that you need it on PC, so I'm wondering)

I'm not sure but don't think so. Otherwise, check again very carefully that is required

I play Forza Horizon 4 on PC myself. And you don't need Xbox Live. I think this only applies to the people who play on the Xbox.

Wtf why should you need an xbox service on the pc, so no