Microsoft has released a new in-engine trailer for Forza Horizon 6, offering a closer look at the game’s Japan setting ahead of its May 19 launch. The latest footage focuses on the variety of environments players will explore, including highlands, alpine regions, coastal highways, mountain roads, and wide plains. Each biome reflects a different side of Japan’s geography, giving players a mix of technical routes and open stretches designed for high-speed driving.
In this entry, the Horizon Festival arrives in Japan, and players begin their journey as tourists. The early hours focus on exploring the landscape, taking in the culture, music, and car scene before earning a place in the main competition. The goal is to rise through the ranks and become a Horizon Legend. As part of that progression, players will enter the Horizon Invitational and compete in Festival races to unlock higher-tier Wristbands and faster cars.
The car list includes more than 550 real-world models, covering a wide range of performance categories. Fan-favorite JDM classics sit alongside modern sports cars and track-focused machines. Microsoft has confirmed updates to engine audio and steering animations, with up to 540 degrees of wheel rotation for improved visual feedback during tight cornering and Touge-style mountain battles. Players can also find special Forza Edition cars equipped with major performance upgrades, as well as rare Aftermarket Cars that can be test-driven or purchased.
The campaign structure combines exploration with structured racing events. Players can complete their Collection Journal while discovering new locations across Japan. Progression leads to access to Legend Island, an exclusive area reserved for drivers who reach Horizon Legend status. The mode supports solo play and cooperative sessions, allowing friends to complete Festival activities together.
Outside of racing, Forza Horizon 6 expands on lifestyle elements. Players can purchase homes across different regions of Japan, each offering customizable garages to display their collections. Garage layouts can be personalized, and designs created by other players can be downloaded online. A new Valley Estate area provides space for larger builds within the open world, offering creative freedom tied to player progression.
Customization remains a major focus. Vehicles can be upgraded with body kits, Forza Aero parts, and detailed paintwork, including custom window designs. For creators, EventLab returns with expanded tools, while Horizon CoLab introduces multiplayer support for building events together. Players can design races and challenges anywhere on the map and share them with the wider community, or browse a growing catalog of user-made content.
Microsoft has also emphasized accessibility. Features such as Granular High Contrast Mode, Car Proximity Radar, American and British Sign Language support, and AutoDrive aim to make the game more inclusive. Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, bringing its Japan setting, large car roster, and updated progression system to players worldwide.
