Forza Horizon 6 PS5 Release Delayed To 2027 [Confirmed]

According to verified reports from Game Informer published on October 8, 2026, Playground Games has delayed the highly anticipated PlayStation 5 version of Forza Horizon 6 to January 26, 2027. The racer will launch alongside its first paid premium expansion across all platforms. Players who purchase the Premium Edition gain five-day early access starting January 21, 2027, matching the exact release date of the expansion content. Panic Button, the veteran studio recognized for porting Forza Horizon 5 last year, is handling the PS5 development. Additionally, physical retail disc versions will be available at launch. Playground Games confirmed the game will feature both a 4K/30 FPS Quality Mode and a 60 FPS Performance mode, while details regarding optimizations for the PlayStation 5 Pro remain unannounced. As fans adjust expectations for the revised timeline, industry observers note that the simultaneous expansion launch preserves unified community progression and high initial engagement. For related gaming hardware updates, check out the [Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake: Switch 2 Date [Confirmed]](/news/zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-switch-2-388).