When Is Forza Horizon 6 PS5 Release Date? Here Is What Microsoft Has Said
Forza Horizon 6 is launching on Xbox Series X|S and PC within the next week, and Microsoft has confirmed the racing game will also come to PlayStation 5, though not immediately. During the Xbox Developer Direct event in January 2026, Microsoft and developer Playground Games announced that the PS5 version of Forza Horizon 6 will release “later in 2026.” While a specific release date has not been confirmed, this announcement provides assurance to PlayStation players that the title will arrive on their platform this year.
PS5 owners will need to wait until at least the second half of 2026, with a maximum window of approximately 230 days from mid-May through the end of the year. The decision to bring Forza Horizon 6 to PlayStation represents a significant move in Microsoft’s strategy, as the Forza Horizon franchise has historically been exclusive to Xbox and PC platforms. This cross-platform release aligns with Microsoft’s broader push to expand its first-party games to new audiences while maintaining a competitive advantage through its own ecosystem.
The Forza Horizon series is known for its open-world racing gameplay, vibrant environments, and accessible design that appeals to both casual and hardcore racing fans. With the upcoming PS5 release, the game’s reach will extend considerably beyond Xbox’s traditional player base, making it one of the major multiplatform releases of 2026.