Forza Horizon 6 PS5 Complete FAQ: Release Date, Early Access, Editions, Crossplay & More

Forza Horizon 6 launches on PlayStation 5 on January 26, 2027, while the Premium Edition and Premium Upgrade unlock the game five days earlier on January 21. The PS5 release includes crossplay and cross-save with the Xbox and Steam versions, giving new and returning players a way to explore the game’s Japan setting on Sony’s console.

Playground Games and Xbox Game Studios confirmed the PS5 details in the official preorder announcement. This FAQ collects the confirmed release dates, US prices, edition contents, online requirements, cross-platform features, and the details that remain unannounced.

Forza Horizon 6 PS5 release details at a glance

When does Forza Horizon 6 release on PS5?

The Standard and Deluxe Editions release for PS5 on January 26, 2027. Premium Edition buyers can begin on January 21, as can players who own the base game and purchase the Premium Upgrade.

The US PlayStation Store lists a 4:00 p.m. UTC unlock for both dates. That converts to 11:00 a.m. Eastern and 8:00 a.m. Pacific in the United States, but it should not be treated as a universal worldwide release time. Store timing can differ by region, so players outside the US should check the countdown attached to their local listing.

No PS5 preload date or download size has been announced. Those details will be added here if the publisher or PlayStation Store confirms them.

How much does Forza Horizon 6 cost on PS5?

The US PlayStation Store lists the Standard Edition for $69.99, Deluxe Edition for $99.99, and Premium Edition for $119.99. A Premium Upgrade is also planned for players who already own the base game, although its US price was not available when this FAQ was published.

A physical Standard Edition is confirmed through participating retailers. The other announced editions and upgrades are digital products on PS5.

What comes with each PS5 edition?

Standard Edition

The Standard Edition includes the complete base game. It releases on January 26 and is the edition available on disc as well as digitally.

Deluxe Edition

The Deluxe Edition includes the base game, Welcome Pack, and Car Pass. It also releases on January 26, so it does not include the five-day early-access benefit.

Premium Edition

The Premium Edition includes the base game, Welcome Pack, Car Pass, VIP Membership, Time Attack Car Pack, Italian Passion Car Pack, and both planned expansions. It unlocks on January 21. The first expansion also becomes available that day, while the second expansion is scheduled for a later date.

Premium Upgrade

The Premium Upgrade contains the Premium Edition’s additional content without another copy of the base game. It requires a separately purchased copy of Forza Horizon 6 and unlocks early access on January 21. Its US PlayStation Store price has not yet been posted.

What is the PS5 preorder bonus?

Every PS5 preorder includes a tuned Ferrari J50. The car becomes available after completing the opening sequence and reaching the Horizon Festival. This is the confirmed platform preorder bonus; the publisher has not announced a separate retailer-exclusive car for PS5.

Does Forza Horizon 6 support crossplay on PS5?

Yes. PS5 players can race with people on Xbox consoles and Steam. Cross-platform play requires registration with a Microsoft account, and PlayStation Plus is required for online multiplayer on PS5.

User-generated content is shared across the connected platforms as well, extending the same community pool to PS5. Players who prefer a solo experience can still explore the open world and complete events without joining multiplayer sessions.

Does Forza Horizon 6 support cross-save on PS5?

Yes. The official PS5 announcement specifically confirms cross-save with Xbox and Steam. That means an existing player can carry progress to PS5 after using the appropriate linked accounts instead of starting the festival from the beginning.

Cross-save and crossplay are separate features: cross-save moves progression between supported versions, while crossplay lets players on different systems join the same online activities. A Microsoft account is part of the PS5 cross-platform setup.

Is Forza Horizon 6 on Game Pass for PS5?

No. Game Pass does not provide the PS5 version. Xbox Series X|S and PC players received Forza Horizon 6 through supported Game Pass plans when those versions launched in May 2026, but PS5 players need to buy a PlayStation edition.

Likewise, buying the PS5 version does not grant an Xbox or Steam license. Cross-save carries progression; it does not replace the need to own the game on each platform used.

What performance modes are confirmed on PS5?

The base PS5 version offers a Quality mode targeting 4K resolution at 30 frames per second and a Performance mode targeting 60 frames per second. The announcement does not identify a separate PS5 Pro enhancement, so no additional resolution or frame-rate claim should be assumed for that console.

What does the first expansion add?

Forza Horizon 6’s first expansion launches on January 21 across supported platforms. It is included with Premium Edition, Premium Upgrade, and the expansions bundle. The second expansion is planned for a later date, but its release timing has not been announced.

For a broader look at the game’s setting before the PS5 launch, our Forza Horizon 6 locations guide breaks down the confirmed parts of Japan and the landmarks represented in the open world.

Will this FAQ be updated?

Yes. We will update this page if Playground Games, Xbox Game Studios, or PlayStation confirms preload timing, the PS5 download size, a Premium Upgrade price, additional PS5 Pro details, or firm information about the second expansion.

Which Forza Horizon 6 PS5 edition are you considering, and will you use cross-save to continue an existing festival?