The next great racing game after Forza Horizon 6 isn’t here — yet
Forza Horizon 6 has become a dominant force in the driving game market, achieving explosive growth across multiple platforms. The title has found massive success on Steam while maintaining strong performance on Xbox and Game Pass, with a PlayStation 5 version still to come.
The game’s success marks a dramatic ascent for the Forza Horizon franchise since its 2012 launch as a Forza Motorsport spinoff. The series has now surpassed traditional competitors including Gran Turismo and Need for Speed, positioning itself as the second-most popular racing game franchise globally after Mario Kart. In the broader driving game genre—defined as racing games set in real-world settings—Forza Horizon stands unchallenged.
This remarkable trajectory reflects how the franchise has evolved from a humble challenger to EA’s dominant Need for Speed series into an industry leader. The combination of critical acclaim, accessible gameplay, and strong platform support across Xbox, PC, and soon PlayStation has created the conditions for Forza Horizon 6 to reach an unprecedented audience.