A few days ago at Tokyo Game Show 2025, Playground Games finally revealed the next entry in the open-world racing franchise: Forza Horizon 6. And guess what? It’s set in Japan something fans of the series have been asking for literally for years.
Release Date:
The sixth Horizon game is dropping sometime in 2026 for Xbox Series X|S and PC first. A PlayStation 5 version is expected later, but not on the same day as the initial launch. As usual, the game will hit Game Pass from day one for those on Ultimate or PC Game Pass. No exact month or day yet, but 2026 is the official window they’ve shared.
New Stuff & Improvements:
From the reveal, it’s clear the devs didn’t just slap Japan on the map and call it a day. They really tried to capture the soul of the country, not just its looks. Playground even brought in a cultural consultant, Kyoko Yamashita, to make sure Japanese culture gets represented with respect.
Art director Don Arceta explained they chose Japan because it mixes so many vibes: car culture, music, fashion, and more — basically the perfect playground for a game of this scale. The world will feature both busy neon-lit cities like Tokyo, packed streets, and also the quieter side of Japan with mountains, rural towns, and stunning scenery.
The teaser trailer even dropped hints of landmarks like Mount Fuji and some classic Japanese icons as little Easter eggs for fans. One important note: PS5 players will have to wait longer, since the Xbox/PC versions come first.
Also, support for Forza Horizon 5 isn’t ending. Playground confirmed they’ll keep updates and content flowing for FH5 to keep the community alive while they build hype for Horizon 6.
What to Expect & Fan Hopes:
- Japan’s diversity means we could get one of the biggest, most varied maps yet — fast highways, tight city streets, and challenging mountain passes.
- Fans are hoping for a deeper car customization system, with more ways to tune and tweak every detail.
- Weather and seasons are going to be huge. Imagine drifting on wet neon streets in Tokyo or climbing foggy mountain roads near Fuji.
- The big question: will it really feel like living in Japan, not just racing through a pretty backdrop?
- And of course, performance. A massive open world like this could push consoles hard, so balancing visuals with smooth gameplay is going to be key.
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