Report Suggests Forza Horizon 6 Launching in May With Early Access and Familiar Pricing

Fresh leaks ahead of Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox Developer Direct suggest that Forza Horizon 6 could be hitting the road sooner than expected. According to a report from well-known leaker billbil-kun via Dealabs, the next major entry in Playground Games’ open-world racing franchise is slated for release in May, with multiple editions planned—mirroring the rollout strategy used for Forza Horizon 5.

Release Date and Editions (Leaked)

If the report proves accurate, Forza Horizon 6 Standard and Deluxe Editions will officially launch on May 19. Players opting for the Premium Edition will reportedly get early access starting May 15, giving them four days of head start before the global release.

The leak also claims that Microsoft is sticking to a familiar pricing structure. In regions like the UK and Europe, the game is expected to cost the same as Forza Horizon 5 did at launch—£54.99 / €69.99 for the Standard Edition.

Converted to Indian pricing, this roughly translates to:

• ₹5,800 – ₹6,200 for the Standard Edition (depending on regional taxes and exchange rates)

However, in the United States, the price is reportedly increasing by $10 compared to Forza Horizon 5, potentially placing the Standard Edition at $69.99 (around ₹5,800–₹6,000). The reported hike is attributed to currency fluctuations since FH5’s 2021 release.

Physical disc versions are also said to be planned for Xbox consoles, which will be welcome news for collectors and players who prefer boxed copies.

What to Expect From Forza Horizon 6

While Microsoft and Playground Games have yet to officially unveil the game, expectations are already high. The Forza Horizon series is known for blending arcade-style accessibility with realistic driving physics, and Horizon 6 is expected to push that formula even further.

Industry speculation points toward:

• A new open-world location, possibly outside Europe and North America
• Enhanced weather and environmental systems, building on FH5’s dynamic storms
• Expanded live-service elements, including evolving festivals and seasonal challenges
• Improved cross-play and social features across Xbox and PC

Given Playground Games’ track record, the game will likely launch day one on Xbox Game Pass, making it immediately accessible to millions of subscribers across Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Why the Leak Matters

Billbil-kun has a strong history of accurately leaking release dates and pricing details for major titles, which lends credibility to the report—even though Microsoft has not confirmed anything yet. With the Xbox Developer Direct expected to focus on upcoming first-party titles, there’s a strong chance Forza Horizon 6 will be officially revealed soon.

If the May release window holds true, it would position Forza Horizon 6 as one of Xbox’s biggest releases of the year, continuing the franchise’s role as a cornerstone of Microsoft’s racing lineup.

Until an official announcement drops, players should treat this information as provisional—but all signs point toward Forza Horizon 6 revving its engines very soon.