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Today during the Xbox Developer_Direct broadcast, we revealed that Forza Horizon 6 is coming to Xbox Series X|S and PC via the Microsoft Store and Steam on May 19, 2026, with Early Access for Premium Edition players starting four days earlier on May 15. In addition, Forza Horizon 6 is coming to PS5 later this year, and you can now add the game to your Wishlist on the PlayStation Store to be notified of availability.
We also shared the first ever Forza Horizon 6 gameplay – showcasing the breathtaking landscapes of Japan in all their glory, and we lifted the curtains on the spectacular cars that will be gracing the cover of the game – the 2025 GR GT Prototype, which is making its video game debut in Forza Horizon 6, and the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Click here to learn more about the three different pre-order bundles for Forza Horizon 6, the additional content included in the Deluxe and Premium Editions, as well as the pre-order bonus that you will receive in Forza Horizon 6 if you purchase any edition of the game before launch – a pre-tuned, exclusive Ferrari J50.
With Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, you can enjoy Forza Horizon 6 on Xbox Series X|S consoles (Ultimate only), PC through the Xbox app, or Xbox Cloud Gaming as part of your membership at no additional cost from May 19. Get the Premium Upgrade and jump into Early Access when it begins on May 15.
You can also check out the Forza Horizon 6 cars hub to see a list of all the cars we showed in our gameplay today, which includes their performance class. In addition, you can submit ideas and suggest cars for the game in our dedicated Suggestions Hub.
There are a lot of exciting Forza Horizon 6 details to unpack, so let’s get into everything you need to know about your journey to becoming a Horizon Legend in Japan!
Welcome to the Horizon Festival
The Horizon Festival is a celebration of beautiful cars, iconic music and breathtaking locations around the world. In Forza Horizon 6, you will get to experience a place that we've wanted to visit for a very long time: Japan.
When you first arrive in Japan, you don’t start as a Superstar of the Festival, or a racing champion. Nor do you begin as a rookie. Instead, you’ll start out as just a tourist. Forza Horizon 6’s campaign is focused on your journey and building a name for yourself. Along the way, you will meet the Legends of the Horizon Festival and experience authentic stories rooted in Japan’s legendary car culture.
Your first goal is to join the Horizon Festival, and you can do this by completing the Horizon Qualifiers. After that, you'll rise through the ranks, unlocking Wristbands as you complete races and events in faster and more exciting cars.
At the end of each Round, you must prove you're ready to move up by completing spectacular events to unlock your next Wristband. These include classic Horizon Showcases, and new Horizon Rush events where you show off your skills on thrilling obstacle courses, featuring exciting locations such as Tokyo City Docks.
When you finally earn your Gold Wristband, you will receive an invite to access Legend Island – an exclusive region of the world, with unique events, tracks and areas to explore. And once you make it there, it will be a true accomplishment, one that reflects your skills and determination.
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