Forza Horizon 6 Review Roundup
Forza Horizon 6 launched on May 19, 2026 to widespread critical acclaim. Here's every major review score and what critics are saying.
Aggregate Scores
| Platform | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Metacritic (Xbox) | 91 | Based on 65 critic reviews |
| Metacritic (PC) | 90 | Based on 22 critic reviews |
| Metacritic (PS5) | 92 | Based on 18 critic reviews |
| OpenCritic | 91 | 98% critic recommendation rate |
| Steam | Very Positive (87%) | 12,000+ user reviews |
Major Critic Reviews
| Publication | Score | Quote |
|---|---|---|
| IGN | 9/10 | "FH6 is the most focused Horizon game yet — Japan setting isn't just a backdrop, it's woven into every race, every car, every event." |
| Eurogamer | Essential | "Playground Games has outdone itself. The Japan setting gives FH6 a soul previous entries sometimes lacked." |
| GameSpot | 9/10 | "A masterclass in open-world racing design. The touge racing alone is worth the price of admission." |
| PC Gamer | 88/100 | "Stunning on PC with proper ray tracing and ultrawide support. The most visually impressive racing game on the platform." |
| Push Square | 9/10 (PS5) | "The DualSense integration is exceptional. You feel every gear shift and surface change through the controller." |
| Destructoid | 9/10 | "The map is the series' best — dense, varied, and begging to be explored. Hokkaido alone is worth the trip." |
| VG247 | 5/5 | "FH6 on PS5 feels like coming home. The Japanese setting is a perfect match for Horizon's festival energy." |
| Windows Central | 5/5 | "The best-looking Forza Horizon yet, and the most content-rich entry in the series." |
Steam User Review Sentiment
Overall: Very Positive (87% of 12,000+ reviews)
Positive themes:
- Japan setting and map design
- Drift mechanics and touge racing
- Performance optimization
- Car list depth
Common criticisms:
- Always-online requirement for some features
- Microtransaction shop presence
- Some PC stutters on launch day (being patched)
Critical Consensus
What everyone agrees on:
| Strength | Details |
|---|---|
| Best map in the series | Dense Japan setting with variety from Hokkaido to Okinawa |
| Drift mechanics | Significantly improved, best-in-class |
| Soundtrack | Excellent JDM and international mix |
| Visuals | Stunning on all platforms, especially PC with ray tracing |
| Content volume | Hundreds of events, 700+ cars, massive Festival Playlist |
What's debated:
- Always-online — Some critics find it unnecessary for single-player
- Difficulty curve — Late-game events can spike in difficulty
- PC stutters — Present at launch, being addressed in patches
Should You Buy Based on Reviews?
| If you... | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Liked FH5 | ✅ Buy — Japan setting is a massive upgrade |
| Love JDM cars | ✅ Buy — 150+ Japanese cars, deepest roster yet |
| Play on PS5 | ✅ Buy — excellent DualSense, the full FH experience |
| Play on Steam Deck | ✅ Buy — runs well at medium settings, 40 FPS |
| Only play single-player | ✅ Buy — 50+ hours of solo content |
Review Changelog
This page will be updated as more reviews are published and review scores change post-launch.
Last updated: May 25, 2026