Forza Horizon 6: Release Date, Gameplay, and New Features - GameSpace.com
There’s now a release date for Forza Horizon 6 and for fans, this has been the longest wait for a release since the series launched in 2012.
gamespace.comHere’s the latest on Forza Horizon 6’s release timing.
Answer
- Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, 2026 for Xbox Series X/S and PC. Premium edition owners can play four days earlier, starting May 15, 2026. A PlayStation 5 version is planned for later in 2026. These dates were officially announced by Xbox and reported across outlets in early 2026. [citation: multiple up-to-date gaming outlets and official announcements]
Details
- Release times by region/platform:
- Xbox Series X/S and PC (Microsoft Store/Steam): global unlock at 12:01 am local time (US Pacific 9:01 pm on the preceding day for those regions; check your local time when the game unlocks). Steam-wide launches can be 4:01 am UTC, depending on your region. [citation: regional timing guides and platform-specific articles]
- Early access:
- Premium Edition owners get access on May 15, 2026 (four days before the standard launch). [citation: outlets covering Premium Early Access]
- Platform coverage:
- At launch: Xbox Series X/S and PC. PS5 version planned for later in 2026. [citation: official statements and major coverage]
- The game is expected on Game Pass at or near launch, per usual Forza Horizon 6 publishing patterns. [citation: initial coverage and publisher notes]
Illustrative context
- Setting: FH6 takes the Horizon Festival to Japan, with a large roster of cars at launch and typical Horizon Festival features like garages and events. This aligns with the broader previews and official reveal materials released in 2025–2026. [citation: early reveal coverage]
If you’d like, I can pull the exact regional unlock times for your location (Santa Monica, CA) and format a quick local-time schedule for you.