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Forza Horizon 6 will introduce some changes to the formula fans have come to expect from the series, starting with how you build your career and where you start it.
Unlike in previous games where you came into the festival with your already-established superstar reputation, Forza Horizon 6 will task you with starting from the bottom, all the way at the bottom as you drive around Japan as an unknown. This is a departure from past titles, placing you in a more grounded career progression as you work to build your reputation.
Two Paths to Progression
Forza Horizon 6 introduces dual progression systems that cater to different playstyles. The Horizon Festival path focuses on earning seven Wristbands through curated racing events with specific car restrictions. Festival races require particular car sets for Road, Dirt, and Cross Country events, with faster and more challenging cars unlocking as you climb the ranks.
Between Wristbands, you'll complete thrilling events including spectacular Showcases like 'Chaser Zero', Horizon's racing mech, and brand-new Horizon Rush obstacle courses at locations like Tokyo City Docks and Irokawa Space Center. Earn all seven Wristbands and you become a Horizon Legend, unlocking Legend Island with exclusive events including the Colossus, the longest Goliath event in series history that loops the entire map on the freeway.
The second path, Discover Japan, takes inspiration from Japan's stamp collecting culture. Players earn Stamps by photographing landmarks, delivering food, collecting cars, or completing Horizon Stories. This system unlocks Player Houses with customisable garages, Barn Find rumours, and The Estate, which is a mountain valley where you can build and decorate directly in the open world.
Crucially, Discover Japan offers less restrictive racing. Whilst Festival events lock hypercars behind the Purple Wristband late in the campaign, Discover Japan's Touge Battles and night-time Street Races let players jump straight into fast cars if they prefer. It's a smart compromise for players who want the best cars from the start and those who want to earn them through career.
Race Customisation and Co-op
Once you've completed a Festival race, the Race Customizer unlocks for that event. Players can adjust Drivatar count (up to 11), season, weather, time of day, laps, Rewind availability, and traffic. Car themes can be customised with pre-made classes or individually selected vehicles. A pretty standard stuff that we've seen in previous Forza games.
The Collection Journal
Your progress across both paths is tracked in the Collection Journal, which also saves every photograph you take as a keepsake. Complete specific activities and challenges to redeem rewards including cars, credits, and cosmetics.
Forza Horizon 6 launches May 19 on Xbox Series X|S and PC, with PlayStation 5 following later in 2026. Premium Edition grants four days early access starting May 15, included with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass via the Premium Upgrade.
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