Forza Horizon 6 Release Date Confirmed for May
▼ Summary
– Forza Horizon 6 will launch on Xbox Series X/S and PC on May 19th, with a PS5 release planned for later this year.
– Players who preorder the Premium Edition can start playing the game on May 15th.
– The game features the largest map in the Forza Horizon series, showcasing diverse urban and natural environments.
– It will launch with over 550 cars, which is a record number for the series at release.
– The game, first announced in September, is set in Japan, a location highly requested by fans.
The highly anticipated Forza Horizon 6 has received its official launch date, with the open-world racing game set to arrive on Xbox Series X/S and PC this May. Gamers who preorder the Premium Edition will gain early access, allowing them to hit the digital roads several days before the standard release. A PlayStation 5 version is also confirmed for a later release this year.
During a recent Developer Direct showcase, Playground Games and Xbox revealed that the game will feature the largest map ever seen in the Forza Horizon series. The preview highlighted a diverse range of environments, from bustling cityscapes to expansive natural vistas, all set within the game’s much-requested Japanese location. Players can expect an unprecedented roster of over 550 cars available from the very first day, marking the biggest launch lineup in the franchise’s history.
The initial announcement for Forza Horizon 6 came last September, confirming the Japanese setting and a planned 2026 release window. Art director Don Arceta expressed the team’s enthusiasm for finally delivering a destination that has long been at the top of the community’s wish list. The confirmation of the May release date solidifies the timeline, bringing the vibrant world of Horizon to life sooner than many expected.
(Source: The Verge)
