Forza Horizon 6 Launches in Japan with Ray Tracing and DLSS 4

Forza Horizon 6 released on May 19, 2025 for Xbox and PC. Set in Japan for the first time, it features ray tracing, DLSS 4, Horizon Sprint, and estate system.

By Marek Novák

Published May 20, 2026 5:16 AM

Forza Horizon 6 Launches in Japan with Ray Tracing and DLSS 4

Microsoft released Forza Horizon 6 on May 19, 2025 for Xbox and PC. The game is set in Japan for the first time in the series. Players who purchased the Premium Edition gained early access starting May 15.

Japan setting debuts in Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6 runs on the ForzaTech engine with ray tracing and global illumination. It supports DLSS 4 technology at launch. New gameplay features include Horizon Sprint and an estate system.

Forza Horizon 6 Japan setting with ray tracing and DLSS 4 — The game's new Japan environment showcases advanced lighting effects.

The game is available globally. Premium Edition players received early access from May 15, and the standard release followed on May 19.

Forza Horizon 6 marks the series' first setting in Japan. The addition of ray tracing and DLSS 4 aims to enhance visual fidelity. The new Horizon Sprint and estate system expand the gameplay beyond previous entries.