Game Pass

Yes, Forza Horizon 6 is on Game Pass from day one

Forza Horizon 6 is included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass at launch. Here is which tier to pick, where to install on each device, and what to check before paying for a premium edition.

Short answer

Included with Ultimate and PC Game Pass

As a first-party Xbox Game Studios release, Forza Horizon 6 lands in Game Pass on launch day, May 19 2026, on Xbox Series X|S and PC. If you already subscribe to Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, you do not buy the standard edition separately - you install and play.

Which tier includes it

Game Pass Ultimate Included day one Console, PC and Cloud Gaming. The broadest single-subscription way to play across devices.
PC Game Pass Included day one PC only. Installs through the Xbox app on Windows; best value if you only play on desktop or a Windows handheld.
Game Pass Core / Standard Not the launch path These lower tiers are not how first-party launch titles are accessed. Use Ultimate or PC Game Pass for day-one play.

Where to install on each device

Xbox Series X|S Game Pass Ultimate Install from the Game Pass section of the console store. Save data syncs to your Xbox account.
PC (Microsoft Store / Xbox app) Ultimate or PC Game Pass Install through the Xbox app on Windows for cross-save with Xbox; supports Play Anywhere.
Steam Buy outright (not on Game Pass) The Steam build is a separate purchase, useful for a Steam library and Steam Deck workflows.
Cloud (browser / Xbox app) Game Pass Ultimate Stream without a full install on supported devices; latency makes it a backup, not a wheel-play option.

Playing on a handheld? The Steam build is often the smoother route - see the Steam Deck guide. For PS5 timing, the platform is tracked separately on the PS5 tracker.

Edition caution

Game Pass gives you the standard launch-day release. Premium-edition perks such as early-access days, the Car Pass or the VIP membership are usually a paid upgrade on top of the subscription, and availability can vary by region. Confirm any premium upgrade against the official Xbox or Forza store page before buying.

Game Pass FAQ

Is Forza Horizon 6 on Game Pass?

Yes. As a first-party Xbox Game Studios title, Forza Horizon 6 is included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass from launch day, May 19 2026, on Xbox Series X|S and PC. The lower Core and Standard tiers are not the launch-access path.

Which Game Pass tier do I need for Forza Horizon 6?

Game Pass Ultimate covers console, PC and Cloud Gaming, so it is the most flexible. PC Game Pass is enough if you only play on Windows. The cheaper Core or Standard tiers do not include day-one first-party launch titles.

Is Forza Horizon 6 on Game Pass through Steam?

No. Game Pass installs come from the Xbox app on PC or the console store. The Steam version is a separate purchase. Many Steam Deck players still choose the Steam build for an easier handheld setup.

Does Game Pass include early access to Forza Horizon 6?

Early-access days are usually tied to a paid Premium Edition or bundle rather than the base subscription. Game Pass gives you the standard launch-day release; confirm any premium upgrade against the official store before paying for early access.