Forza Horizon 6 launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC on May 19, 2026; Premium Edition early access began May 15. The announced pre-order offer was a pre-tuned Ferrari J50, but it applied to purchases made before launch, so its current claim status is not established. Official sources reviewed do not provide a verified current price or a PS5 release or pre-order date. Check your regional storefront for live availability and pricing.
Forza Horizon 6 editions at a glance
The key distinction is that the Standard, Deluxe, and Premium Editions include the full game, while Premium Upgrade is an add-on for players who already own the game or have eligible Game Pass access. The official Xbox product page lists Xbox Series X|S and Windows 10/11; PC purchase routes include the Microsoft Store and Steam.
| Edition or add-on | What it includes | Timing and eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | Full game. | Xbox and PC release date was May 19, 2026. Current price is not stated in the official product-page text reviewed; check your regional storefront. |
| Deluxe Edition | Full game, Welcome Pack, and Car Pass. | Released May 19, 2026. Current price is not stated in the official product-page text reviewed; check your regional storefront. |
| Premium Edition | Full game, VIP Membership, Welcome Pack, Car Pass, Time Attack Car Pack, Italian Passion Car Pack, and Expansions 1 and 2. | Premium early access began May 15, 2026, four days before the Xbox and PC release. The Italian Passion Car Pack and both expansions were described as post-release content. |
| Premium Upgrade | Premium additional content and early access; it is not the full game. | For owners of Standard or Deluxe and eligible Game Pass members. The game or qualifying subscription is required separately. |
| Expansions Bundle | Expansions 1 and 2. | Listed as an add-on in the official edition comparison. |
The official Xbox listing reviewed on October 8, 2026, did not show numeric prices. Prices vary by region and storefront, so confirm the current amount on Xbox/Microsoft Store, Steam, or PlayStation Store rather than relying on an unsourced figure.
What comes with the editions and add-ons?
Welcome Pack
Included in Deluxe Edition, Premium Edition, and Premium Upgrade. It contains five pre-tuned cars, one Car Voucher for an Autoshow car, and three tickets for Common or Rare clothing items.
#1 Best Overall
- DISCOVER JAPAN — Explore Horizon’s largest map ever, set in Japan and packed with dramatic verticality, diverse biomes, and spectacular open‑road driving routes.
- CRUISE ICONIC LOCATIONS — Drive through Tokyo’s city streets, suburbs, docks, and industrial districts in the most expansive urban environment in Horizon history.
- DRIVE 550+ REAL‑WORLD CARS — Collect and customize over 550 licensed vehicles with body kits, Forza Aero, window liveries, and enhanced steering animations.
- BUILD YOUR ESTATE — Purchase beautiful homes across Japan and customize garages to showcase your growing car collection as you rise through the Horizon Festival.
- JOIN THE HORIZON COMMUNITY — Race, cruise, and compete with friends in Time Attack Circuits, Drag Meets, Car Meets, and Horizon multiplayer modes, including Spec Racing Championships.
VIP Membership
Included with Premium Edition and Premium Upgrade, and also described as available separately. VIP provides double Credit rewards from races, three VIP-exclusive Forza Edition cars, a weekly bonus Super Wheelspin, vanity items including Crown Flair, an Emote, and a Car Horn, plus the Tokyo City House.
Car Pass and car packs
- Car Pass: 30 cars, with one new vehicle made available each week starting May 19, 2026. Included in Deluxe, Premium, and Premium Upgrade.
- Time Attack Car Pack: eight cars. Included in Premium Edition and Premium Upgrade.
- Italian Passion Car Pack: four cars—the 2025 Ferrari F80, 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB4 Spider, 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm, and 1990 Alfa Romeo SE 048SP. Described as post-release content and included in Premium Edition and Premium Upgrade.
Expansions and partner-code cars
Expansions 1 and 2 each add a new location, vehicles, and gameplay. Both were described as post-release content and included in Premium Edition, Premium Upgrade, and the Expansions Bundle.
Rank #2
- PREMIUM EDITION — Includes the full game, VIP Membership, Welcome Pack, Time Attack Car Pack, Car Pass, Italian Passion Car Pack, and two Premium Expansions (coming post launch).
- DISCOVER JAPAN — Explore Horizon’s largest map ever, set in Japan and packed with dramatic verticality, diverse biomes, and spectacular open‑road driving routes.
- CRUISE ICONIC LOCATIONS — Drive through Tokyo’s city streets, suburbs, docks, and industrial districts in the most expansive urban environment in Horizon history.
- DRIVE 550+ REAL‑WORLD CARS — Collect and customize over 550 licensed vehicles with body kits, Forza Aero, window liveries, and enhanced steering animations.
- BUILD YOUR ESTATE — Purchase beautiful homes across Japan and customize garages to showcase your growing car collection as you rise through the Horizon Festival.
The official edition table also lists Peel P50 Trolli Edition and Toyota Sports 800 Fanta Edition partner-code liveries for the game editions and Premium Upgrade. That table does not establish whether codes can still be obtained or what promotion terms apply.
Pre-order bonus: Ferrari J50
Playground Games announced that anyone who pre-ordered any edition before launch would receive a pre-tuned exclusive Ferrari J50, redeemable from the in-game Autoshow after release. The offer was announced January 22, 2026, and was tied to a purchase before launch; it should not be treated as a current post-launch promotion. The reviewed official sources do not confirm whether any current purchase or code can still claim it.
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- PREMIUM UPGRADE — Includes VIP Membership, Welcome Pack, Time Attack Car Pack, Car Pass, Italian Passion Car Pack, and two Premium Expansions. Requires Forza Horizon 6 base game or Game Pass Ultimate subscription.
- VIP MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS — Enjoy a 2x Credit boost to race rewards, 3 VIP-Exclusive Forza Edition cars, a weekly bonus Super Wheelspin, and special Vanity Items.
- WELCOME PACK — Features 5 special pre-tuned cars and a Car Voucher, which can be used to claim any car available from the Autoshow.
- TIME ATTACK CAR PACK — Receive 8 legendary cars ideal for mastering every turn and corner at the Time Attack Circuits located around Japan.
- ITALIAN PASSION CAR PACK — Introduces 4 great new Italian cars in Forza Horizon 6 post-launch, perfect for cruising, racing, or exploring.
Platforms, release timing, and Game Pass
The announced Xbox Series X|S and PC release date was May 19, 2026. Premium Edition early access began May 15. The official Xbox product page identifies Xbox Series X|S and Windows 10/11, and the Forza pre-order announcement names Microsoft Store and Steam as PC purchase routes.
Playground Games said on January 22, 2026, that a PlayStation 5 version would arrive later in 2026 and could be wishlisted. The reviewed official sources do not give a specific PS5 release date or confirm that PS5 pre-orders opened. For current availability, check the live PlayStation Store listing.
Rank #4
- DELUXE EDITION — Includes the full game, Welcome Pack, and Car Pass, delivering 30 additional cars to your garage with one new car released each week.
- DISCOVER JAPAN — Explore Horizon’s largest map ever, set in Japan and packed with dramatic verticality, diverse biomes, and spectacular open‑road driving routes.
- CRUISE ICONIC LOCATIONS — Drive through Tokyo’s city streets, suburbs, docks, and industrial districts in the most expansive urban environment in Horizon history.
- DRIVE 550+ REAL‑WORLD CARS — Collect and customize over 550 licensed vehicles with body kits, Forza Aero, window liveries, and enhanced steering animations.
- BUILD YOUR ESTATE — Purchase beautiful homes across Japan and customize garages to showcase your growing car collection as you rise through the Horizon Festival.
At launch, official Forza materials said Game Pass Ultimate subscribers could play on Xbox consoles, while PC Game Pass subscribers could play through the Xbox app; Xbox Cloud Gaming was also mentioned. The Premium Upgrade was offered to eligible subscribers for Premium extras and early access. Subscription plan terms can change, so check current Game Pass terms before relying on access.
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- Choose Standard if you want the full game without the listed add-on bundles.
- Choose Deluxe if you want the Welcome Pack and Car Pass alongside the full game.
- Choose Premium if you want the full game plus VIP, both named car packs, and the two expansions; its early-access window was in May 2026 and has passed.
- Consider Premium Upgrade only if you already own the game or have eligible Game Pass access and want the Premium extras. It does not replace the base game or subscription.
Compare the current regional totals for the base game and upgrade against the Premium Edition before buying: the official materials reviewed here do not establish current prices.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- FORZA HORIZON 6 LIMITED EDITION — Explore breathtaking Japan with the XBOX Wireless Controller – Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition. Inspired by the winding Touge roads of Japan, this controller blends high-performance style with festival flair.
- FESTIVAL-INSPIRED DESIGN — Watch the translucent top case and triggers unveil dynamic lighting effects of a vibrant pink and green XBOX button. Bold pink thumbsticks, multi-color ABXY buttons, and a Horizon logo stamped on the battery door seal the look.
- RACING-READY GRIP — Lock into the open-world driving action with black and pink diamond-patterned grips and textured triggers built for every moment on the road.
- UP TO 40 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE — Get up to 40 hours of battery life so you can explore Japan from neon-lit streets to mountain passes without stopping to recharge.*
- PLAY ACROSS EVERY SCREEN — Quickly pair with, play on, and switch between console and PC. Stream games across mobile, gaming handhelds, Smart TVs, and supported VR headsets with XBOX Cloud Gaming.**
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