It's official: Forza Horizon 6 is launching on January 26th for PS5. A new announcement video confirms the date – and also reveals the game's first major expansion, which will debut on the same day. Details about the expansion are not yet available.
What Do We Know About Forza Horizon 6's PS5 Release?
Here's an overview of the key details:
- PS5 Release: January 26th, 2027
- The first major expansion will be released on the same day – its specifics are yet to be revealed
- Pre-ordering the Premium Edition grants five days of Early Access on PS5
- Anyone who pre-orders any version on PS5 will receive a pre-tuned Ferrari J50 as a bonus
It was similar for Xbox and PC: The Premium Edition also offered early access there. By the way, IGN gave the game a perfect 10 out of 10 in its review, calling it the new standard for open-world racers.
Why is Forza Horizon 6 Only Coming to PS5 in 2027?
The date has not been officially justified. However, there have been long-standing speculations: We recently reported on the rumor of a PS5 release in January 2027 – and now it's confirmed. IGN suggests that the timing helps keep the game out of GTA 6's shadow. This is plausible, but it's an editorial assessment, not a statement from the studio.
What Does This Mean for PS5 Players?
For PS5 players, it means patience, but with added content right from the start. Those who want to be there from day one should consider if the five days of early access with the Premium Edition are worth the extra cost. According to IGN, Forza Horizon 5 was a massive hit on PS5 last year, so demand for the sequel is likely to be high.
From our perspective, launching with an expansion is clever: The PS5 version thus doesn't feel like a delayed port, but rather a full-fledged fresh start for a new audience. Whether the expansion delivers on this depends on what Playground Games has in store – all information on that is still missing.
Source: IGN
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