Forza Horizon 6 - Everything To Know

A new entry in the open-world racing series is coming. Forza Horizon 6 was announced through a brief teaser, and details remain sparse. Here is what we can confirm based on the official announcement.

What we know for certain

The game is called Forza Horizon 6. The teaser was presented by Verizon, indicating a sponsorship or partnership between Verizon and the title. A Steam curator page has been set up, suggesting that Forza Horizon 6 will be available on Steam at some point — a significant note, as previous Forza Horizon games (until Horizon 5) launched on Windows Store before coming to Steam later.

That is the complete set of confirmed facts from the source material. Everything else — release date, setting, car list, platforms beyond PC, graphical improvements, or new features — has not been officially stated.

What the partnership might mean

Verizon’s involvement is the most concrete detail so far. The telecom company has sponsored other racing content before, including esports events and in-game branded experiences. Their presence in the teaser could mean exclusive in-game content, special events, or a deeper integration of connectivity features. Previous Forza titles have had limited-time partnerships with brands like Hot Wheels and Lego, but a full sponsor for the base game is unusual. It may be a marketing deal rather than gameplay integration.

The Steam curator page

The existence of a dedicated Steam curator page suggests that developer Playground Games (or publisher Xbox Game Studios) is preparing to list Forza Horizon 6 on Valve’s platform. This is notable because Forza Horizon 5 launched on Steam simultaneously with Xbox and Windows Store, breaking the earlier pattern of a staggered release. A Steam curator page does not guarantee a day-one release, but it does indicate that the PC version is being planned for Steam, not just the Microsoft Store. The page itself carries no description or release window — it simply serves as a placeholder for future updates.

The franchise legacy

Forza Horizon has become one of the most celebrated arcade-racing series since its debut in 2012. Each iteration takes players to a new real-world-inspired location, from the Colorado mountains of the original to the Mexican jungles and deserts of Horizon 5. The series is praised for its seamless open world, vast car roster, seasonal weather changes, and its drift-friendly physics that manages to feel both accessible and rewarding. Horizon 5, released in November 2021, has sold tens of millions of copies and continues to receive content updates.

Given that Horizon 5 is now more than three years old, a new numbered entry is widely expected. The teaser confirms that expectation, but does not give a timeline for when the game will arrive.

What is still unknown

Almost everything that matters to a buying decision remains unannounced:

• Release date and window: No year, quarter, or even vague seasonal window has been hinted.
• Setting: The location is the biggest question mark. Rumors (not from the source) have suggested Japan, Germany, or a return to the UK, but none of that is official.
• Car list: While the series generally features over 500 cars at launch, no specific models or manufacturers have been revealed.
• Platforms: A Steam page suggests PC, but console availability is unconfirmed. Xbox Series X/S is almost certain given past releases, and Xbox One support is questionable at this point. PlayStation or Switch versions have not been announced — Forza has historically been an Xbox and PC exclusive.
• New features: Will Horizon 6 introduce dynamic weather beyond the current system? New race types? A story mode? The teaser gives no clues.

What comes next

Fans should expect a full reveal in the coming months, likely at one of the major gaming showcases like Xbox Games Showcase, Summer Game Fest, or Gamescom. Microsoft typically reveals new Forza Horizon games about a year before release, so a late 2025 or 2026 launch is plausible. The presence of a Steam page now suggests that developer Playground Games is already deep into production, but they are not ready to share specifics.

For now, the only actionable takeaway is that Forza Horizon 6 exists, Verizon is involved, and Steam users can follow the curator page for updates. Everything else is speculation until the studio decides to show its hand.

SysCall News will cover the full announcement as soon as more details emerge. Until then, keep an eye on that Steam page — it’s the only official source of information we have so far.