‘Lost 255 Hours Of Progress’ - Forza Horizon 6 Players Warn Of Xbox & PC Saving Issue
Forza Horizon 6 is experiencing save data loss issues affecting both Xbox and PC players, with some reporting the loss of hundreds of hours of progress. Players have documented significant incidents on community platforms, with one notable case involving the loss of 255 hours of gameplay.
Investigation into the cause has pointed to Quick Resume, an Xbox feature that allows rapid suspension and resumption of game sessions, as a potential contributing factor. However, the exact mechanism of the problem remains unclear, and the root cause has not been definitively identified.
The problem is not new to the Forza franchise—similar save data issues have been reported dating back to Forza Horizon 3, suggesting a persistent technical issue that may span multiple game iterations. This historical context indicates the problem likely relates to fundamental aspects of how the game handles save data rather than a recent introduction.
While the issue affects a subset of players rather than the entire user base, the severity when it occurs is substantial, with complete progress loss being possible. The inconsistency in how the problem manifests suggests specific conditions or circumstances may trigger the issue.
The community has actively reported these problems through Reddit and other forums, bringing significant attention to the issue. However, as of the latest reporting, no official solution, workaround, or confirmed cause has been provided by Playground Games or Xbox Game Studios. Players remain advised to exercise caution until an official response is released.