Forza Horizon 6 May 2026 Date Leaked—But Is This a Tease or a Trick?

A cryptic pop-up in Forza Horizon 5 has allegedly spilled the beans on Forza Horizon 6’s May 2026 release—just days before the next Xbox Direct showcase. The pop-up, reportedly visible to some players, listed a May 19, 2026, release date and a May 15 Premium Edition Early Access window.

The message promised Japan as the setting, boasting Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Japan in over 550 real-world cars and become a racing Legend in Forza Horizon's biggest open world driving adventure yet.

The Premium Edition includes four-day early access, a VIP membership, and post-launch content like the Italian Passion Car and expansions.

However, multiple outlets—including Polygon and The Verge—failed to replicate the pop-up, and XboxF10 could not trigger it again.

The next confirmed opportunity to confirm details is the Xbox Direct showcase on January 22, 2026.