A new leak circulating on social media is fueling speculation that Forza Horizon 6 could launch globally on May 19, 2026, with Premium Edition owners gaining early access starting May 15. While nothing has been confirmed yet, the details are specific enough to spark serious discussion across the community.
What the Leak Claims
The information comes from an alleged in-game pop-up spotted in Forza Horizon 5, reportedly appearing when players exited the garage. A screenshot shared by the account @XboxF10 suggests:
- Worldwide launch date: May 19, 2026
- Early access: May 15, 2026 for Premium Edition owners
- Pre-order bonus: A pre-tuned exclusive Ferrari J50
- Car count: “550 real-world cars” listed in the promotion
The pop-up resembles a standard pre-order prompt, which is why many fans initially took the claim seriously.
Alleged Premium Edition Contents
According to the same screenshot, the Forza Horizon 6 Premium Edition would include:
- VIP Membership Welcome Pack
- Car Pass
- Time Attack Car Pack
- Italian Passion Car Pack (post-launch)
- Two Premium Expansions (post-launch)
If accurate, this would mirror the content strategy used for previous Horizon titles, adding some credibility to the leak.
Why Some Are Skeptical
Despite the buzz, there are reasons to stay cautious:
- Several outlets and community figures attempted to reproduce the pop-up in Forza Horizon 5 but were unable to trigger it.
- No official assets or backend updates have surfaced to support the claim.
- The screenshot could be a test asset, placeholder, or even a well-made mockup.
That said, the timing is interesting. Back in November 2025, multiple insiders suggested that Forza Horizon 6 was targeting the first half of 2026, which would line up neatly with a May release window.
Setting Rumors: A Return to Japan?
Alongside the date leak, long-running rumors suggest that Forza Horizon 6 will finally take the series to Japan. Reported locations include:
- Mount Fuji
- Tokyo and surrounding urban highways
If true, this would mark one of the most requested settings in the franchise’s history and a major shift from the Mexico-based map of Forza Horizon 5.
A Big Moment Coming Soon
Fans may not have to wait long for clarity. Forza Horizon 6 is expected to appear during Xbox Developer Direct on January 22, where Microsoft is likely to reveal an official release window — and possibly confirm or debunk the May 2026 date entirely.
Until then, the leak remains unverified, but the consistency with earlier insider chatter makes it one of the more believable rumors the series has seen in years.
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