Step into the pedal-to-the-metal spectacle of Forza Horizon 6 on Xbox Series X and roam Japan’s most expansive Horizon map yet. A living driving playground unfolds before you, where dramatic verticality, sweeping biomes, and cityscapes collide to deliver an open-world racing experience unlike anything you’ve seen in Horizon games before.
From the neon glow of the suburbs to the high-energy avenues of downtown Tokyo, and from the bustling docks to the gritty industrial districts, every road in Forza Horizon 6 invites a new story. Hit the highways at dawn, chase the coastline at dusk, and push your skills to the limit on routes that challenge even the most seasoned drivers. This is Japan, reimagined for thrilling, track-inspired street racing with the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Car culture, redefined — choose from over 550 real-world cars and push your favorites to the limit with new customization options. Outfit your fleet with new body kits and the signature Forza Aero kit to sharpen performance and style. Take your visuals to the next level by painting liveries on windows and watch the updated steering animations add a new layer of realism to every twist, drift, and sprint. Whether you’re chasing a street-race look or a showroom finish, the palette is yours to command.
Own your space with the Estate system — invest in gorgeous new homes and craft fully customizable Garages that reflect your personality and racing legacy. It’s not just about cars; it’s about curating a personal hub where your fleet, trophies, and memories live side by side.
Social racing, reimagined is at the heart of Forza Horizon 6. Meet up with friends in Time Attack Circuits and Drag Meets, show off your tuned machines at Car Meets across Japan, and push competitive limits in Horizon multiplayer modes featuring Spec Racing Championships. If you crave collaborative creativity, you’ll love Horizon CoLab, which lets you and friends design and share custom events anywhere in Japan—turning ideas into fully playable races and challenges in moments.
What makes this experience truly unique is the blend of expansive world design, deep customization, and social tooling that lets you live out your racing vision with friends in real time. It’s not just about the thrill of the drive; it’s about building, sharing, and competing within a living community that grows with you as you explore Japan’s endless road network.
Who this is for:
- Car enthusiasts who want a limitless canvas for customization, from aero kits to window liveries and precise steering feel.
- Creators who love building, testing, and sharing custom events with friends using Horizon CoLab.
- Racers who crave a dense, open-world setting with varied environments—urban, rural, coastal, and industrial—each offering distinct driving challenges.
- Social players who enjoy car meets, time trials, and organized racing communities within a single, immersive world.
How this compares to traditional racing games lies in its living map and community-driven features. You’re not simply racing from A to B; you’re crafting experiences, timing meets, and staging showdowns across a country-scale playground. The map design emphasizes verticality and biome diversity, so coastlines feel different from mountain passes, and city streets demand new tactical lines and car setups. It’s a world where your garage, your liveries, and your events all cohere to tell your personal racing story.
Practical tips to get the most out of your journey:
- Experiment with Forza Aero kits early to discover how aero changes handling on Japan’s varied roads.
- Leverage Horizon CoLab to prototype and share custom events—great for weekend crew nights and community challenges.
- Visit Time Attack Circuits and Drag Meets to quickly gauge how your car’s setup performs under different conditions and tune accordingly.
- Use Car Meets around Japan to gather feedback, swap liveries, and showcase your latest builds to fellow players.
- Remember: online multiplayer requires Xbox Game Pass (Ultimate, Premium or Essential), so plan your session accordingly to join the global Horizon community.
Platform and publisher note: This title is brought to life through Sony Interactive Entertainment’s enduring legacy of immersive, high-fidelity driving experiences, delivering a polished open-world racing adventure on the Xbox Series X family. If you’re chasing a rich, social, and creatively liberating racing journey, Forza Horizon 6 on Xbox Series X invites you to redefine what a road trip in Japan can be.
