Forza Horizon 6 Races onto Xbox and PC with a Japanese Setting

The next installment in the popular Forza Horizon series, Forza Horizon 6, is officially set in Japan and is slated for release on Xbox Series X|S and PC in May 2026, with a PlayStation 5 version following later in the year. The game was formally announced during the Xbox Tokyo Game Demonstrate broadcast in September 2025 .

Japan as the New Horizon

Forza Horizon 6 will feature both urban environments like Tokyo and the country’s rural landscapes, including Mount Fuji . Developers at Playground Games have stated that Tokyo City will be the “most complex and intricate space of drivable area in a Horizon game yet” . The game’s seasonal changes, a staple of the series, will also return .

Gameplay Showcase and Release Dates

A nine-minute exclusive gameplay clip, released on March 5, 2026, showcases a Saleen S7 navigating portions of the Japan-based map, including rural countryside and sections of Tokyo .

Forza Horizon 6 will launch on May 19, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S and PC via the Microsoft Store and Steam. Players who purchase the Premium Edition will gain Early Access starting May 15, 2026 . A PlayStation 5 release will follow post-launch .

New Features and Improvements

Forza Horizon 6 promises more cars than ever before at launch, a progression system inspired by the original 2012 Forza Horizon, and enhanced customization options . The development of Tokyo City’s elevated roads was aided by experience gained from the Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels DLC .