Forza Horizon 6 - Latest News And Release Date - DRIFTED
It's official - Forza Horizon 6 is confirmed, and it'll finally be heading to the home of drifting for 2026. Here's everything we know.
www.drifted.comHere’s the latest on Forza Horizon 6 based on recent reporting:
- Official reveal and timing: Forza Horizon 6 was officially announced for 2026, with a launch in the first half of the year and a Japan setting confirmed for FH6. Microsoft and the developers publicly discussed a 2026 release window at events in 2025 and 2026.[1][3][5]
- Release date and platforms: The game is slated to launch on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC first, with PlayStation 5 version expected later in 2026. A firm date given in multiple outlets points to May 19, 2026, for Xbox and PC, with PS5 to follow after launch. [2][3][7]
- Setting and features: FH6 takes players to Japan, featuring a large-scale open world, a mix of Japanese automotive culture, and new gameplay systems (e.g., campaign progression from tourist to Horizon Legend). The game emphasizes a wide car roster (over 550 cars) and platform-wide integration through Game Pass at launch.[3][7][9]
Quick note on sources: coverage comes from official announcements and primary reporting around FH6’s reveal and subsequent developer briefings. If you’d like, I can pull specific quotes or assemble a timeline of announced features and dates with citations.