Forza Horizon 6 has hit a higher peak player count than Forza Horizon 5 and it's not even out yet
Forza Horizon 6 has achieved a peak player count of 178,009 on Steam ahead of its official release, surpassing the previous high of 81,096 set by Forza Horizon 5. The early access for premium edition buyers has driven strong player engagement and anticipation. The game's success comes amid industry shifts, with competing racing titles being delayed or discontinued.
- ▪Forza Horizon 6 reached a peak of 178,009 players on Steam before its official launch.
- ▪Forza Horizon 5 previously peaked at 81,096 players on Steam four-and-a-half years ago.
- ▪The premium edition of Forza Horizon 6 includes early access, two expansions, a car pass, and additional car packs.
- ▪Motorsport has reportedly been canceled and Need for Speed is on hold as studios shift focus.
- ▪Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly sold 500,000 copies on Steam a month before launch.
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Games Racing Forza Horizon 6 Forza Horizon 6 has hit a higher peak player count than Forza Horizon 5 and it's not even out yet News By Jody Macgregor published 17 May 2026 Meching money. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Xbox Game Studios) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter I guess we can call Forza Horizon 6 letting players go to Japan and race against a mech a success then.
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