FH6 Platform Comparison — Where to Buy
Forza Horizon 6 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Here's how they compare to help you choose.
Quick Comparison Table
| Feature | Xbox Series X | Xbox Series S | PS5 | PC (Steam) | PC (MS Store) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 4K/60, 6K/30 | 1440p/60 | 4K/60, 6K/30 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Ray Tracing | ✅ Full | Limited | ✅ Full | ✅ Full | ✅ Full |
| Loading Times | ~5s (SSD) | ~7s | ~5s (SSD) | ~3s (NVMe) | ~3s (NVMe) |
| FPS Options | 30/60/120 | 30/60 | 30/60/120 | Uncapped | Uncapped |
| Crossplay | ✅ All | ✅ All | ✅ All | ✅ All | ✅ All |
| Cross-Progression | ✅ Xbox | ✅ Xbox | ❌ PS5 only | ✅ Xbox | ✅ Xbox |
| Price | Console | Console | Console | PC pricing | PC pricing |
| Game Pass | ✅ Day 1 | ✅ Day 1 | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Day 1 |
| Mod Support | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Community | ❌ |
| HDR | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| DualSense Features | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
Xbox Series X|S
Pros:
- Game Pass Ultimate — FH6 day one included
- Quick Resume for instant switching
- Cross-progression with PC (MS Store)
- Best value ecosystem
Cons:
- No PS5 DualSense features
- Series S has lower resolution and no ray tracing
Verdict: Best value. Game Pass makes this the cheapest way to play at launch.
PlayStation 5
Pros:
- DualSense adaptive triggers and haptics (FH6 exclusive feel)
- Fast SSD loading
- 120Hz support
- First Horizon game on PlayStation
Cons:
- No cross-progression with other platforms
- No Game Pass
- Must rebuy DLC if you switch platforms later
Verdict: Best if PS5 is your only console. The DualSense integration is genuinely excellent.
PC (Steam)
Pros:
- Highest graphical fidelity (uncapped FPS, DLSS/FSR)
- Steam Workshop potential
- Cross-progression with Xbox account
- Steam achievements + Trading Cards
- Steam Deck verified
Cons:
- Requires stronger hardware for equivalent console performance
- No cloud save between Steam and MS Store
Verdict: Best for performance. If you have a strong PC, this is the best-looking version.
PC (Microsoft Store / Game Pass PC)
Pros:
- Game Pass included
- Full cross-progression with Xbox (shared save)
- Play Anywhere — buy once, play on Xbox and PC
- Xbox Cloud Gaming included
Cons:
- No mod support
- Slightly slower updates than Steam
- Smaller community for multiplayer
Verdict: Best for ecosystem players. If you use Game Pass, this is the logical choice.
Quick Decision Guide
| If you... | Buy |
|---|---|
| Have Game Pass | Xbox or PC (MS Store) — it's free with your sub |
| Want best graphics | PC (Steam) with a strong GPU |
| Have a PS5 and friends on PlayStation | PS5 |
| Want portability | Steam (Steam Deck) or Xbox (Cloud Gaming) |
| Want cross-progression | Xbox + PC (MS Store) ecosystem |
| Are on a budget | Xbox Series S + Game Pass |
File Size by Platform
| Platform | Install Size |
|---|---|
| Xbox Series X | ~130 GB |
| Xbox Series S | ~100 GB |
| PS5 | ~120 GB |
| PC (Steam/MS Store) | ~130 GB |
| Steam Deck | ~130 GB (can remove 4K textures) |