Forza Horizon 6 Release Date: When will FH6 launch

Xbox Game Studios is once again all set to release the latest iteration of its open-world racing title, Forza Horizon 6. Following its teaser reveal at the Tokyo Game Show 2025, the racing-sim is scheduled for May 19, 2026. While Playground Games has done a great job capturing the colorful world of Japan, they've revealed some of the juiciest details on the post-Xbox Showcase 2026 event.

Starting from the snowy mountain passes to the streets with neon lights, gamers can experience it all in one single game. Keeping that in mind, we will explore all the necessary aspects of the new racing title, including gameplay, potential system requirements, and more.

Forza Horizon 6 Gameplay

Forza Horizon 6 will finally feature what the fans have wished for a long time. Yes, we're talking about Japan. You will be racing through the streets of Japan, the home of PlayStation. According to the official sources, a plethora of new features and a very large map for fans to cherish. Those who'll pre-purchase the series can gain early access, starting from May 15, 2026. Apart from that, since we've got a detailed look at the gameplay, here are some details:

• Welcome Pack
• Car Pass
• Over 550 real-life cars
• Time Attack Car Pack
• 2 Premium Expansions after launch
• Italian Passion Card Pack after launch
• Aftermarket cards
• Branded Body Kits and Liveries
• Features of Base Building and The Estate
• Season-changing feature in the map
• Garage, which can be customized
• Latest Soundtracks
• Legend Island
• Auto Drive Feature

Moreover, those who will pre-order the racing-sim title are expected to be rewarded with an exclusive pre-tuned Ferrari J50. And the Estate concept is pretty new in this game. In case you're interested in the original idea, it's surely inspired by the "Akiya" concept.

The Japanese translation of the word is abandoned property. And as the name suggests, players can acquire an abandoned land and can fully customize it as per their convenience. They can add several things, starting from a personalised track to a mountain hideaway. Sounds interesting, right?

Forza Horizon 6 Pricing

So, have you already decided on giving this a shot? Here are the pricing details:

• Forza Horizon 6 Standard Edition: $69.99
• Forza Horizon 6 Deluxe Edition: $99.99
• Forza Horizon 6 Premium Edition: $119.99

Will Forza Horizon 6 be On Game Pass?

In short, yes, Forza Horizon will be available on Game Pass. The answer was quite obvious as FH6 is an Xbox exclusive title. On the other hand, despite being at the top of the PS5 best-selling chart, the title will not get a day-one release on PS5. However, Playground Games has confirmed that the team is actively working on further developments to ensure the game is fully ready for PS5.

Forza Horizon 6 System Requirements

Playground Studios has officially announced the Forza Horizon 6 System Requirements (Minimum). Here are the official System Requirements:

• CPU: Intel i5-8400 OR AMD Ryzen 5 1600
• GPU: Nvidia GTX 1650 OR AMD RX 6500 XT OR Intel Arc A380 / Arc B390
• RAM: 16GB RAM
• Storage: SSD should be a common requirement. Meanwhile, 80-100 GB of Space should be considered as a prerequisite.
• DirectX: Version 12
• Network: Broadband Internet Connection
• Operating System: Windows 10 22H2 (version 19045) or higher
• Features: Expect growing technologies such as DLSS and FSR.

Forza Horizon 6 Release Date Confirmed: When Will Players Hit the Japanese Streets

Forza Horizon 6 is one of the most anticipated games, which is scheduled to release on May 19, 2026. And let's be honest, everyone is waiting for the 2027 Toyota GR GT, the cover car, to give it a spin. And currently, that's everything we have regarding the release date of Forza Horizon 6, its gameplay, and its expected System Requirements. If you are a racing game enthusiast, check out our coverage on the best racing games for PC.