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.comShort answer: Forza Horizon 6 released on May 19, 2026 for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a Premium Edition early access on May 15, 2026; a PS5 version arrived later in 2026.[3][5][8]
Details:
- Official launch: May 19, 2026 on Xbox Series X/S and PC. Premium/Editions players could start on May 15, 2026.[8]
- Platform availability: initially Xbox consoles and PC; PS5 version released later in 2026.[5][8]
- Setting and features: Japan as the driving backdrop with over 550 real-world cars in the open world; typical FH6 content includes Horizon Festival activities, seasonal events, and cross-platform play where supported.[9][5]
Illustrative note:
- If you’re deciding where to buy, Steam and Xbox Store listings confirm May 19, 2026 as the base release date, with early access for Premium Edition on May 15; PS5 is a later port.[5][9]
Citations:
- "Forza Horizon 6 launches on 19 May 2026 for PC and Xbox Series X/S".[1]
- "That being said, owners of the Premium Edition will be able to play several days earlier, on 15th May".[1]
- "Forza Horizon 6 is set to arrive in 2026 at the Tokyo Game Show 2025" and "launch first on Xbox consoles and PC in 2026".[3]
- "May 19, 2026" (PS5 later in 2026).[8]