Pre-purchase Forza Horizon 6 on Steam
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Japan in over 550 real-world cars and become a racing Legend in Forza Horizon's biggest open world driving adventure yet.
store.steampowered.comHere’s the latest on Forza Horizon 6 based on recent reports:
- Release timing: Forza Horizon 6 is scheduled to launch in 2026, with multiple outlets pointing to a first-half window (early 2026). A January 2026 update from Car and Driver confirms a May 19, 2026 release date for Xbox and PC, with PlayStation release later in 2026.[1][2]
- Setting and platform: The game is set in Japan, bringing a large open-world map and a focus on Japanese car culture; initial notices indicate a Day One launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC, with PS5 availability planned later in 2026 [3][2].
- Content highlights: The game features 550+ cars at launch, including Toyota’s GR GT on the cover alongside the Toyota Land Cruiser; content includes new environments, a campaign that tracks a tourist’s rise to Horizon Legend, and cross-platform availability through Game Pass at launch (Xbox/Steam at release).[2][3][7]
- Official channels and further details: Xbox and Forza official channels have shared developer insights and breakdowns about FH6’s country, culture, and features, including gameplay demonstrations and developer-direct style deep dives.[4][7]
Illustration of the key points:
- Timeline: 2025 announcements → 2026 official details → May 19, 2026 launch on Xbox/PC; PS5 later in 2026.
- Setting: Japan map with a focus on Japanese car culture; over 550 cars at launch.
- Access: Launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC, with Game Pass inclusion at launch; PlayStation version to follow later in 2026.
If you’d like, I can pull exact release-date confirmations from each source and build a quick, citable summary with inline quotes. Would you prefer a concise timeline or a side-by-side feature table?[3][7][1][2]