Forza Horizon 6 is Officially Coming to Japan
At the recent Tokyo Game Show, Xbox and Playground Games treated fans to a brief cinematic teaser for Forza Horizon 6, marking the official reveal of its Japan setting. As lifelong fans who’ve played every Forza Horizon since the beginning, we here at Open World Games are absolutely thrilled by this announcement!
Why Japan Feels Like a Perfect Next Step
According to the reveal article, Forza Horizon 6 will launch in 2026 and is the first in the series to be set in Japan. The teaser gives glimpses of iconic landmarks like Mount Fuji and vibrant cityscapes, and the developers emphasize their goal of balancing authenticity with open-world fun.
- Japan offers an incredible mix of urban energy and natural serenity — neon city streets, mountain roads, cherry blossoms, rural highways.
- With past Horizon games, Playground has built on each release to push the boundaries further. Pairing that experience with Japan’s setting opens huge possibilities.
- The teaser’s Easter eggs referencing previous Horizon titles suggest this won’t just be a new map, but a celebration of the series’ legacy.
What We Can’t Wait to See
- How the gameplay world looks and feels — from sweeping tunnels to neon-lit cityscapes.
- Seasons, weather, and cultural details — shaping tone and gameplay.
- Car culture and customization — Japan’s drift and tuner scene is legendary.
- How tribute and innovation collide — keeping the Horizon feel while adding surprises.
Final Thoughts
For us at Open World Games, this is more than a new installment — it’s the next chapter in a journey we’ve followed from the start.
With Forza Horizon 6 slated for release in 2026, we already find ourselves counting days until we see full gameplay footage and experience Japan’s roads firsthand. We can’t wait.
