Forza Horizon 6 Is Coming to PS5: Release Date, 60 FPS, Cross-Play and Physical Edition Confirmed
Forza Horizon 6 officially arrives on PS5 on January 26, 2027, with 60 FPS Performance Mode, cross-play, cross-save and a physical disc edition.
Forza Horizon 6 is officially coming to PS5 on January 26, 2027. Playground Games confirmed the date on October 8, 2026, alongside the opening of PlayStation Store pre-orders, a new PS5 trailer and details about the game's editions. Premium Edition owners can begin driving five days earlier, on January 21. For PlayStation racing fans, the announcement removes the uncertainty surrounding the game's arrival and confirms that Japan's Horizon Festival is heading to PS5.
What Makes the PS5 Announcement So Important?
Physical PS5 Edition
A disc release is officially confirmed for supporting retailers, giving players another way to own the game.
60 FPS Performance Mode
An alternative to 4K 30 FPS Quality Mode, designed to deliver smoother driving and more responsive racing.
Cross-Play
Race and explore with friends playing on supported Xbox and Steam versions.
Cross-Save
Continue your Forza Horizon 6 journey across the supported platforms instead of starting your progress from scratch.
Your Horizon Festival, Now on PlayStation
The PS5 version is being developed by Panic Button in close collaboration with Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios. The same studio previously worked on bringing Forza Horizon 5 to PlayStation. This latest release also supports cross-platform user-generated content, allowing PS5 drivers to access community creations made across supported platforms from the beginning.
Forza Horizon 6 PS5: Standard vs Deluxe vs Premium
| Standard | Deluxe | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full game | Included | Included | Included |
| PS5 access date | Jan 26 | Jan 26 | Jan 21 |
| Welcome Pack | No | Yes | Yes |
| Car Pass | No | Yes | Yes |
| VIP Membership | No | No | Yes |
| Time Attack Car Pack | No | No | Yes |
| Italian Passion Car Pack | No | No | Yes |
| Expansion 1 | No | No | Yes |
| Expansion 2 | No | No | Yes |
Discover Japan: The Biggest Horizon City Yet
Forza Horizon 6 takes the festival to Japan, combining dense urban driving with countryside exploration. The game features Tokyo City, officially described as the largest urban area in Forza Horizon history. Players can cruise through downtown streets, suburbs, docks and industrial districts before escaping into Japan's varied natural environments. The combination of city racing, scenic roads and Japanese automotive culture gives this installment a distinctive identity within the series.
A Connected Festival: Cross-Play, Cross-Save and Community Creations
- Cross-play: PS5 players can join friends across supported Xbox and Steam versions.
- Cross-save: Supported progression carries across PlayStation, Xbox and Steam.
- EventLab: Access community-created races and challenges regardless of the creator's supported platform.
- Shared creations: Garages, Estates, Prefabs, Liveries and Tuning Setups can be shared across platforms.
- Horizon CoLab: Collaborate with other players to build custom events around Japan.
- Online access: Console multiplayer requires PlayStation Plus and the necessary linked accounts.
Every Major Date You Need to Know
- Sep 25, 2025 Japan Revealed Playground Games announces Forza Horizon 6 and confirms plans for a future PS5 release.
- May 19, 2026 Xbox and PC Launch The Horizon Festival opens in Japan on Xbox Series X|S and PC.
- Oct 8, 2026 PS5 Date Confirmed The PS5 launch date, editions, performance modes and pre-order details are officially announced.
- Jan 21, 2027 Premium Early Access PS5 Premium Edition access begins, alongside the first Premium Expansion on all supported platforms.
- Jan 26, 2027 Full PS5 Launch Standard and Deluxe Editions become available on PlayStation 5.
More Content Arrives Alongside the PS5 Release
Playground Games is also preparing the first Premium Expansion for January 21, 2027, across supported platforms. It is included with the Premium Edition, Premium Upgrade and Expansions Bundle, while a second expansion is planned for a later date. A free content update is also coming alongside the PS5 launch, although its complete contents have not yet been announced. Players who pre-order a PS5 edition can additionally unlock a specially tuned Ferrari J50 after completing the game's prologue.
When is Forza Horizon 6 coming to PS5?
January 26, 2027. Premium Edition owners can begin playing on January 21, 2027.
Will Forza Horizon 6 have a physical PS5 disc?
Yes. Playground Games confirmed a disc edition for supporting retailers. Regional availability may vary.
Does Forza Horizon 6 run at 60 FPS on PS5?
Yes. A 60 FPS Performance Mode is confirmed, alongside a 4K 30 FPS Quality Mode.
Can PS5 players race with Xbox players?
Yes. The game supports cross-play with supported Xbox and Steam versions.
Does Forza Horizon 6 support cross-save on PS5?
Yes. Cross-save is supported across PS5, Xbox and Steam, subject to the game's account requirements.
Where is Forza Horizon 6 set?
Japan, including Tokyo City and a variety of countryside environments.
How many cars are in Forza Horizon 6?
The official Forza website lists more than 550 real-world cars, including vehicles added after launch.
Do I need PlayStation Plus for Forza Horizon 6?
PlayStation Plus is required for online console multiplayer. The game also requires a Microsoft account, with additional requirements for cross-platform play.
