Forza Horizon 6: Everything You Need to Know Before You Play

Forza Horizon 6 is a massive game with two distinct progression paths: the Horizon Festival and Discover Japan. The Horizon Festival is the main progression, featuring sanctioned races, PR stunts like speed traps and danger jumps, and dynamic "Life Events." XP boards also contribute to festival progression. Discover Japan acts as side quests, offering a deeper dive into the Japanese setting. This path includes street races, often at night with no barriers, and one-on-one "Togei battles" down mountainsides. Beyond racing, players engage in character-driven stories, such as tours with May or assisting a mechanic. Completing these stories rapidly earns progression points. Japanese mascots, similar to XP boards, grant Discover Japan progression. Car collection is central, with over 500 vehicles. Cars can be earned through traditional means, but aftermarket cars dynamically appear on the map and are cheaper. Barn finds return, with 15 hidden vehicles unlocked via "stamps" earned through Discover Japan progression. Treasure cars require proximity to discover, offering a picture and hint for location. Player homes and garage customization offer bonuses and personalization. IGN's wiki guide and interactive map can assist with collectibles and fastest completion methods.