Forza Horizon 6 Beginner's Guide
New to Forza Horizon 6? How the Horizon Festival in Japan works, what to do first, and tips for earning cars and credits.
Forza Horizon 6 is Playground Games' open-world racer, set in Japan. It launched on May 19, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S and PC, is included with Game Pass, and comes to PS5 on January 26, 2027. You drive in the Horizon Festival – racing, exploring and collecting more than 550 cars.
Your first hours
Finish the prologueIt introduces Japan, the Horizon Festival and your first cars.
ExploreDrive everywhere: discovering roads and landmarks fills your Collection Journal.
Earn wristbandsProgress through the festival – the Gold Wristband unlocks Legend Island.
Play the weekly playlistThe Festival Playlist gives free cars every week.
Tips for new drivers
Use assistsTurn on braking and steering assists while you learn – you can turn them off later for more rewards.
Rewind freelyMade a mistake? Rewind instead of restarting the race.
Find Treasure CarsFree cars hidden around the map – no restoration needed.
Try onlineHorizon Play, Eliminator and Spec Racing are great once you've got a few cars.
Keep up with changes
See every Festival Playlist series, the trailers and our PS5 launch details.
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