Launch timing
Forza Horizon 6 release time
Forza Support separates early access, regional Xbox unlocks, Steam global unlocks, and cloud availability.
| Platform | Timing | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Edition / Premium Upgrade | May 15, 2026 | Early access starts before the full launch. |
| Xbox Series X|S / Xbox app | May 19, 2026, rolling 12:01am | Unlocks at 12:01am in the eastern-most time zone of each region. |
| Steam | May 19, 2026, 12:01am U.S. Eastern | Steam uses a global unlock rather than local rolling midnight. |
| Xbox Cloud Gaming | May 19, 2026, 06:01 UTC | Cloud Gaming does not provide early access. |