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Sung Kang Launches Japan Adventure Sweepstakes Tied to Forza Horizon 6
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Sung Kang Launches Japan Adventure Sweepstakes Tied to Forza Horizon 6

Xbox teams with Sung Kang to celebrate Forza Horizon 6 with the Horizon Passport Sweepstakes, a curated Japan adventure featuring exclusive experiences inspired by Japanese car culture (JDM night cruise, drift masterclass, Liberty Walk tuning, Tokyo Drift location tours, Walk & Snack Tour with Sung Kang, a Sumo challenge, and an advance screening of Kang’s film Drifter). To enter, wishlist Forza Horizon 6 and submit an entry form at forzahorizonsweepstakes.com; the sweepstakes runs through March 23, 2026, with no purchase necessary and entrants must be 21+. Official rules apply.

Forza Horizon 6 blends structured progression with a Japan stamp quest
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Forza Horizon 6 blends structured progression with a Japan stamp quest

Forza Horizon 6 introduces two progression paths: a traditional Festival Wristband system that requires earning seven bands to unlock faster cars and events, with hypercars gated behind the Purple Wristband, and a more relaxed Discover Japan stamp-based progression that rewards exploration and activities (including a new food-delivery side mission). The game also adds Touge Battles and night races, letting players choose between a linear reward track or a freeform exploration route as they start as a tourist in Japan and work toward Horizon Festival milestones.

Forza Horizon 6 Sets PC Minimums, Highlights Arc B390 iGPU
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Forza Horizon 6 Sets PC Minimums, Highlights Arc B390 iGPU

Forza Horizon 6 revealed its minimum PC specs, demanding an i5-8400/Ryzen 5 1600, 16GB RAM, an SSD, and a GPU such as GTX 1650, RX 6500 XT, or Intel Arc A380/Arc B390; the Arc B390 iGPU was showcased at CES, with Intel claiming strong performance, and the game will support DLSS, FSR, and XeSS upscaling, while full PC specs will be announced closer to the May 19, 2026 launch.

Forza Horizon 6 Premium Upgrade Priced Like the Base Game, Sparking Debate
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Forza Horizon 6 Premium Upgrade Priced Like the Base Game, Sparking Debate

Forza Horizon 6’s Premium Upgrade, which includes four‑day early access and two later expansions, costs £60/$60 in the UK—the same as the Standard Edition and notably higher than FH5’s upgrade. The base game is included with Xbox Game Pass on day one, making the Premium Upgrade most relevant for subscribers seeking early access and expansions. Fans are debating whether the price is worth it, with some opting to wait for a sale or simply play the standard edition rather than pay the premium price.

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Xbox 2026: Cloud-First Strategy, Big-Name Games, and a New Hardware Leap

Microsoft’s 2026 outlook for Xbox centers on a cloud-first, cross-device strategy and a new premium hardware generation, with AMD powering the next console and Game Pass at the core. A blockbuster release slate—Halo: Campaign Evolved, Gears of War: E-Day, Forza Horizon 6, Fable, and GTA 6—aims to drive subscriptions and engagement, while price pressures from trade disputes and component shortages could spark another console price hike. The game lineup also hints at multi-platform and store flexibility, underscored by ongoing cloud gaming push and platform-wide accessibility, though ambiguity remains around exact hardware timelines and release windows.

Forza Horizon 6 Renews its Career Flavor with Wristband Progression
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Forza Horizon 6 Renews its Career Flavor with Wristband Progression

Forza Horizon 6 will overhaul its early-game feel by reviving the Wristband progression system. Players start as tourists, join the Horizon Festival via Horizon Qualifiers, and then rise through ranks by completing races and events in progressively faster cars. At the end of each round, players prove they’re ready to advance through spectacular events like Horizon Showcases and new Horizon Rush obstacle courses. A Gold Wristband unlocks Legend Island, an exclusive map region, rewarding dedication with unique events. Playground Games hopes this mix of exploration and a more traditional career ladder will address past FH titles’ progression criticisms. The game launches on Xbox Series X|S and PC in May 2026.

Forza Horizon 6 Hikes Early Access Price, Sparking Fan Backlash
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Forza Horizon 6 Hikes Early Access Price, Sparking Fan Backlash

Kotaku reports that Forza Horizon 6 raises the cost for early access: Premium Edition is now $120, and even Game Pass Ultimate subscribers must pay $60 to upgrade for four days of early play (up from $50). The article argues this ‘early access tax’ is steep, especially since Horizon 6 is a $70 title and the delay is only a few days. The game launches May 19 on PC and Xbox, with Premium access on May 15 and a PS5 release planned later this year.

Forza Horizon 6 expands into Japan, boasting the series’ largest map with a May PC/Xbox launch and PS5 release later
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Forza Horizon 6 expands into Japan, boasting the series’ largest map with a May PC/Xbox launch and PS5 release later

Forza Horizon 6 unveils the series’ biggest open world, set in Japan with a mix of rural and urban areas, including a Tokyo City five times larger than previous cities. The game features over 550 cars, new garages, open-world car meets, and a balance of performance classes, plus accessibility improvements. It launches May 19, 2026 on Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 release coming later this year.

Forza Horizon 6 Lands in Japan, Crafting a Culture-Fueled Open World
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Forza Horizon 6 Lands in Japan, Crafting a Culture-Fueled Open World

Forza Horizon 6 is headed to Xbox Series X|S, PC, Cloud, and Steam with Game Pass on May 19 (Premium Edition gets early access May 15) and will reach PlayStation 5 in 2026. Set in Japan, the game blends Tokyo’s neon districts, mountainous routes, and docks into distinct areas with a focus on feel over exact replication, and adds a Collection Journal tied to Horizon Festival progression, The Estate for player-built property, and Car Meets inspired by Daikoku for open social play, plus about 550 cars including the 2025 GR GT Prototype and Toyota Land Cruiser; two in-game friends and a cultural consultant guide its authentic vibe.

Forza Horizon 6 Slated for May 19 Release Ahead of Xbox Developer Direct
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Forza Horizon 6 Slated for May 19 Release Ahead of Xbox Developer Direct

A May 19, 2026 release for Forza Horizon 6 is reportedly corroborated by leaker Dealabs, with Standard, Deluxe, and Premium editions and a physical Xbox Series X version; Japan will be the open-world setting, and PS5 will receive a post-launch version. Microsoft had stated FH6 would launch on Xbox and PC in 2026 with a PS5 version later, and the reveal is expected during today’s Xbox Developer Direct (6pm GMT).

Xbox Developer Direct 2026: Fable, Forza Horizon 6 Take Center Stage in January Showcase
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Xbox Developer Direct 2026: Fable, Forza Horizon 6 Take Center Stage in January Showcase

Xbox Developer Direct 2026 is set for January 22 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT, expected to run about 45 minutes. Microsoft has confirmed three games: Fable and Forza Horizon 6 from Playground Games, and Beast of Reincarnation from Game Freak, with potential additional unannounced surprises. The event will stream on Xbox’s usual channels (YouTube, Twitch, Facebook) and PureXbox will host live coverage with a chat scene, followed by post-show news rundowns.

Forza Horizon 6 Rumored to Race Through Japan This May
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Forza Horizon 6 Rumored to Race Through Japan This May

A new in-game leak allegedly shows Forza Horizon 6 taking players to Japan and releasing in May 2026 (May 19), with Premium Edition buyers getting four days of early access starting May 15 plus VIP membership, Welcome Pack, Car Pass, Time Attack Car Pack, Italian Car Pack, and two post-launch Premium Expansions; Kotaku cannot independently verify the ad, but corroboration from VGC and the timing ahead of Xbox’s Jan 22 Dev Direct make the window plausible. The game is set for Xbox, PC, and Game Pass, with a PS5 port rumored for later.