by Announcement of Forza Horizon 6
The year 2026 promises to be outstanding for car enthusiasts and gamers, as alongside Grand Theft Auto VI, the long-awaited game Forza Horizon 6 will also be released. The announcement took place at Xbox Tokyo Game Show, and the game will be released five years after the launch of Forza Horizon 5.
New Setting – Japan
If the previous installment immersed players in the atmosphere of Mexico, the new one will send them to the captivating landscapes of Japan. This is confirmed by a teaser video that concludes with a view of Mount Fuji and blooming cherry blossoms.
Japan has long topped the wish lists of Horizon series fans, so we are thrilled to finally present this long-awaited location to players. Japan has a unique culture – from cars to music and fashion – making it the perfect place for the next Horizon.
Game World Details
The developers from Playground Games shared that the game’s open world will combine both natural and urban spaces. Players will be able to explore the neon lights and skyscrapers of Tokyo, as well as cozy rural and mountainous areas. According to the art director, the experience gained from working on the Hot Wheels expansion for Forza Horizon 5 helped in creating the multi-level roads of Tokyo’s streets in the new installment.
The Game’s Automotive World
Although specific details about the game’s car roster are still scarce, the developers have promised a wide selection of cars that players will love. The unique Japanese automotive culture will likely be represented in full spectrum – from compact kei cars to vans and drift machines.
Platforms and Availability
Forza Horizon 6 will be available on Xbox Series X and S, as well as on PC via Xbox, Xbox Cloud, and Xbox Play Anywhere. The game will also appear on Steam and Game Pass, and its release on PlayStation 5 is expected some time after the initial launch.
Releasing the game in Japan is a logical step, considering the years of requests from the community. This location not only opens up new possibilities for the visual component and gameplay but will also allow for a deeper exploration of the unique automotive world long associated with racing video games. The five-year gap between installments also indicates the developers’ ambitions to create a significantly more detailed and content-rich product.
