These details have been announced or confirmed by Xbox / Playground Games / credible sources:

1. Setting:
   Forza Horizon 6 will take place in Japan. The Economic Times+4GamesRadar++4Forza Support+4
   Key locations mentioned include Tokyo city, rural landscapes, Mount Fuji, etc. Developers are also involving cultural consultants to ensure authenticity. The Economic Times+3TechRadar+3Forza Support+3

2. Platforms and Release Timing:

   • It will launch first on Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2026. The Economic Times+3GamesRadar++3Forza Support+3

   • A PlayStation 5 version is planned, but post-launch (i.e. sometime after the 2026 launch on Xbox/PC). The Economic Times+3Forza Support+3GamesRadar++3

3. Game Pass:
   Forza Horizon 6 will be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass at launch. GamesRadar++3Forza Support+3NationalWorld+3

🔍 What We Expect / Features & Improvements Likely

Based on past Forza Horizon games, recent interviews, and what fans are calling for (and what the hints suggest), here are plausible things to expect — but these are not yet confirmed in full.

• Authentic Japanese Car Culture & Environment:
  Expect more attention to Japanese automotive styles (e.g., Kei cars, tuning, drifting, street and mountain passes, etc.), traditional rural landscapes + dense urban zones. The developers have emphasised wanting to “do Japan right”. The Economic Times+3Push Square+3TechRadar+3

• Diverse Terrain:
  Both wild, rural areas (mountains, countryside) and neon-lit cities. Possibly types of roads suited to different racing styles: touge roads, coastal highways, mountain passes. Weather and season variety likely to play a role. The Economic Times+2GamesRadar++2

• Graphical & Technical Improvements:
  Since it’s launching on newer hardware (Xbox Series/modern PC) with no mention of older console support, you can expect higher fidelity, better draw distances, maybe more dense crowds, more detailed environments, faster load times, more realistic lighting, etc. GamesRadar++2The Economic Times+2

• More Customisation & Immersion:
  Fans are hoping for deeper car customization, tuning, livery creation, etc. Also immersion in the world (authentic representation of Japanese signage / street culture / sounds / soundtrack). Developers bringing on consultants is a good sign that cultural details will be more than skin-deep. PC Gamer+2The Economic Times+2

🤔 Rumours / Speculation (Less Certain)

Here are things people speculate but haven’t been fully confirmed:

• Exact Release Date:
  While 2026 is confirmed, when in 2026 is not yet clear. Late 2026 (holiday season) is a strong guess, but some think first half of 2026 could be possible. The Independent+2Reddit+2

• Map Size & Shape:
  Some leaks/rumours suggest the map will be “larger and more vertical” than Mexico in FH5, with possibly more dramatic elevation, more mountain driving, tighter roads in urban zones. 9meters+1

• Weather Events / Dynamic Conditions:
  There’s talk among the community about more dynamic weather (snow, typhoons, heavy seasonal shifts) that might affect driving behaviour. Nothing confirmed yet though. 9meters

• Release Timing vs Other Big Titles:
  Some believe Microsoft might time the launch to avoid major competition (for example, GTA 6) to maximize sales / attention. Also, aligning with Xbox’s 25th anniversary seems to be part of the broader plan. Telecentre+2Reddit+2

📅 Rumoured / Expected Release Windows & Dates

Putting together the confirmed + the speculation, here are the likeliest timeframes:

🚦Conclusion

In short: Forza Horizon 6 is coming in 2026, first on Xbox Series X|S and PC, later on PS5. It’ll be set in Japan, and it looks to be a big technical step forward. If I were making a bet, I’d say holiday season 2026 (October-November) is the most likely time for the full release. Between now and then we’ll probably see gameplay reveals, vehicle rosters, maybe betas or previews.