Forza Horizon 6, the latest open-world racer from Playground Games, is set to launch this month with a stunning new Japanese setting. Here is everything you need to know about the best pre-order deals and how to secure early access.
When Does Forza Horizon 6 Launch?
Forza Horizon 6 will be released worldwide on May 19, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S and PC. It will also be available through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at no extra cost. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate costs £16.99 per month in the UK, while PC Game Pass is £10.99 per month.
Is There Early Access?
Yes, players who pre-order the Premium edition can start playing four days early, from Friday, May 15. The Premium edition costs £109.99 and includes the full game, a car pass, a time attack car pack, access to two planned expansions, an Italian car pack arriving post-launch, VIP membership, and a welcome pack.
The standard digital edition is priced at £59.99, and the deluxe edition at £89.99, which comes with the base game, car pass, and welcome pack. However, neither the standard nor deluxe editions provide early access.
What Are the Best Pre-Order Deals?
For those seeking a physical Xbox copy, Currys offers the best price at £49.49, thanks to a 10% discount on pre-orders. Very and Amazon also offer the standard version for £49.50.
What About the Forza Horizon 6 Controller and Headset?
Gamers looking for flashy hardware can pre-order the limited edition Forza Horizon 6 controller or wireless headset, both launching on May 19, 2026. The controller is priced at £84.99, but ShopTo offers it for slightly less at £84.85. The headset is available for £124.99 from Amazon, Currys, and Very.
When Is Forza Horizon 6 Coming to PS5?
Playground Games has confirmed that Forza Horizon 6 will launch on PlayStation 5 later in 2026, though no specific date has been announced. Its predecessor, Forza Horizon 5, was a major sales success on Sony's console last year, making the staggered release somewhat puzzling. It is likely that Microsoft's multiplatform strategy was not fully in place when development began, but with a PS5 version still planned for this year, a simultaneous release might have been more advantageous.
