Forza Horizon 6 launches on PlayStation 5 on January 26, 2027. Premium Edition owners can start five days earlier on January 21. Microsoft also confirmed cross-platform play and cross-save between PS5, Xbox and PC.
The PS5 version is being developed by Panic Button in collaboration with Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios. It will be available digitally, with a physical edition offered through supporting retailers.
Forza Horizon 6 PS5 release dates
| Edition or access type | PS5 date |
|---|---|
| Premium Edition early access | January 21, 2027 |
| Standard Edition | January 26, 2027 |
| Deluxe Edition | January 26, 2027 |
The five-day head start is tied to Premium Edition early access. Standard and Deluxe Edition players begin on the full PS5 launch date.
Does Forza Horizon 6 support PS5 crossplay?
Yes. Forza Horizon 6 supports cross-platform play across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Microsoft’s official announcement specifically confirms connectivity with Xbox and Steam players.
User-generated content also carries across the wider community. EventLab races, Prefabs, Garages and Estates, car liveries and tuning setups can be shared across platforms.
How cross-save works on PS5
Cross-save is also confirmed across PS5, Xbox and PC. This allows players to continue their progression on another supported platform rather than starting from zero.
Account-linking details and any platform-specific restrictions should be checked during setup. Microsoft’s announcement confirms the feature, but the exact sign-in flow can change before launch.
PS5 graphics and performance modes
On the base PS5, Forza Horizon 6 offers two display modes:
- Quality mode: targets 4K resolution at 30 frames per second
- Performance mode: targets 60 frames per second
The official announcement does not promise that every scene will render at a fixed native resolution, so “targets” is the useful way to read these settings. PS5 Pro enhancements may differ, but players should rely on final technical documentation rather than assume exact specifications.
Who is developing the PS5 version?
Panic Button is leading the PlayStation 5 version in collaboration with Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios. Panic Button has extensive experience bringing technically demanding games to additional platforms, while Playground remains the principal Forza Horizon studio.
The collaboration matters because the PS5 release is not an unofficial port or streaming-only version. It is a dedicated console release with performance options, crossplay, cross-save and physical availability.
Is a physical PS5 copy available?
Yes. The announcement says physical copies will be sold through supporting retailers. Availability can differ by country and store, so check retailer listings close to launch if you prefer a disc.
What carries across platforms?
| Feature | PS5 support |
|---|---|
| Cross-platform multiplayer | Yes — PS5, Xbox and PC |
| Cross-save progression | Yes |
| EventLab races and Prefabs | Shared across platforms |
| Garages and Estates | Shared across platforms |
| Liveries and tuning setups | Shared across platforms |
| Physical edition | Yes, at supporting retailers |
Bottom line
Forza Horizon 6 comes to PS5 on January 26, 2027, with Premium early access beginning January 21. It supports crossplay and cross-save with Xbox and PC, offers 4K/30 and 60 FPS modes on the base console, and will be sold both digitally and physically.
Official sources
- Forza: PS5 release date, editions, performance and cross-platform features
- Forza: game features and platform support
Facts checked against the official Forza website on October 27, 2026.
