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Forza Horizon 6’s Multiplayer Suite Revealed, Includes Spec Racing and Touge Showdown
Forza Horizon 6's multiplayer suite, "Horizon Play," has been revealed, featuring returning modes like The Eliminator and Horizon Racing, alongside new additions such as Spec Racing and Touge Showdown. The game will launch on May 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 release later in the year.
It’s Gonna Be May: 16 Games Hit the Cloud This Month, With More NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Power
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is adding 16 games in May, including Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light, available on launch day. The Ultimate membership now offers expanded RTX 5080-class performance, enhancing frame rates and visuals across the library. The service also celebrates 30 years of Firaxis Games with classic titles becoming available as Install-to-Play.
Forza Horizon 6 Looks Like a Major Evolution Over Forza Horizon 5
Forza Horizon 6 is set to be Playground Games' most ambitious entry yet, featuring a diverse Japanese setting with radically different roadways compared to Forza Horizon 5. The game introduces significant overhauls in progression, exploration, and customization, including denser environments, dramatic seasonal changes, enhanced audio, and rebalanced vehicle classes. New features like the Car Proximity Radar, Horizon Rush events, and a customizable Estate aim to deepen player immersion and social interaction.
Best New Games For May 2026 – Xbox And Game Pass
May 2026 is set to be a significant month for Xbox and PC gamers, featuring a diverse lineup of new releases and Game Pass day-one titles. Highlights include the highly anticipated racing game Forza Horizon 6, the action-packed Motorslice, the cozy record store simulator Wax Heads, and the James Bond origin story 007 First Light. Several other titles across genres like survival, horror, and adventure will also be available.
TIGA GAMES INDUSTRY AWARDS 2026 OPEN FOR NOMINATIONS – CELEBRATING THE BEST IN UK GAMES
TIGA, the trade association for the UK games industry, has opened nominations for the 2026 TIGA Games Industry Awards. The awards celebrate excellence in creativity, innovation, and business success across UK game developers, publishers, educators, and service providers. The ceremony will take place in London in November 2026, with categories including 'Games Awards' and 'Business of Games Awards', alongside special accolades for Outstanding Individual and Game of the Year.
New Forza Horizon 6 Details Discussed in Developer Discord Q&A
Playground Games design director Torben Ellert addressed community questions regarding Forza Horizon 6 on the official Forza Discord server. The Q&A session provided new details about the upcoming racing title.
The 11 most exciting new video game releases for May 2026
May 2026 is set to be a significant month for new video game releases, featuring titles across various platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Highlights include new entries in established franchises like Forza Horizon and R-Type, alongside new adventures in the Batman and James Bond universes. The month also promises unique experiences from indie developers and established studios, covering genres from racing and shooters to narrative-driven adventures and RPGs.
Forza Horizon 6’s Japan Looks Like an Explorer’s Dream
Forza Horizon 6 is set to feature a highly detailed and expansive rendition of Japan, emphasizing organic exploration and discovery. Playground Games has crafted a world five times larger than Forza Horizon 5's map, incorporating diverse biomes, verticality, and iconic landmarks like Shibuya Crossing. The game aims to reward player curiosity through its open-world design, dynamic seasons, and various activities beyond traditional racing.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of May 2026
May 2026 is set to be a busy month for game releases, featuring titles across various genres and platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Notable releases include the musical narrative sim Wax Heads, the action-adventure Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan, and the James Bond origin story 007 First Light. Several games will also be entering early access, offering players a chance to experience ongoing development.
Fable creator says it's 'a real shame' the reboot is dropping the horns-or-halo morality system
Original Fable creator Peter Molyneux expressed disappointment that the upcoming Fable reboot by Playground Games is removing the series' iconic horns-or-halo morality system. He speculates that the change might be due to the increased difficulty of implementing such a system in modern high-definition graphics and accommodating different genders.
Fable Reboot Ditching Trademark Morality Feature Is A "Real Shame," Creator Says
Fable creator Peter Molyneux expressed disappointment that the upcoming Fable reboot by Playground Games is removing the trademark morality-based character morphing system. While the new Fable will feature a morality scale influencing NPC reactions, it will not alter the player character's physical appearance based on alignment, a feature Molyneux feels is a "real shame" to lose.
10 Best Xbox RPGs to play in 2026
This article ranks the 10 best RPGs available on Xbox Series X, highlighting titles like Fable Anniversary, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, and Baldur's Gate 3. It covers a range of RPG subgenres and emphasizes games with strong storytelling and engaging gameplay.
How Long Will 2026's Biggest Games Actually Take to Beat? | TAG
This article analyzes the estimated playtime for major video game releases in 2026, considering a typical adult gaming schedule of 5 hours per week. It breaks down games like Grand Theft Auto 6, Crimson Desert, and Monster Hunter Wilds into categories based on how long they will take to complete, offering practical advice for fitting them into a busy life. The analysis also highlights the value of subscription services like Game Pass for accessing multiple titles.
Microsoft Surely Kicking Itself for Not Having Forza Horizon 6 on PS5 Ready for Next Month's Launch
Microsoft's Forza Horizon 6 is set to launch on Xbox Series X and PC on May 19, 2026, with a PlayStation 5 port expected later. Forza Horizon 5 has sold over five million copies on PlayStation 5, leading to speculation that Microsoft regrets not having the sequel ready for a simultaneous multi-platform launch. Xbox executives acknowledge resource limitations but aim for better platform support in the future.
Forza Horizon 5 Sold Over 5 Million Copies on PS5 Last Year, Says Virtuos
Virtuos, a development studio that contributed to Forza Horizon 5, claims the game sold over five million copies on PlayStation 5 last year, making it one of the platform's best-selling titles. The studio also stated it was responsible for approximately 90 percent of the game's photo-realistic vehicles, including DLC. While Microsoft typically guards sales numbers, these figures align with previous third-party estimates.
Forza Horizon 6’s The Art of Driving Focuses on Inko Ai Takita and the Nissan Skyline in Episode 3
Playground Games released the third "The Art of Driving" episode for Forza Horizon 6, featuring car photographer Larry Chen and mural artist Inko Ai Takita exploring Kanto with a Nissan Skyline. Previous episodes highlighted a Toyota Land Cruiser in Tohoku with Satoshi Fujita and a Honda Civic Type R in Kyushu with Kazuhisa Uragami. Forza Horizon 6 is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on May 19th.
Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG
Data suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.
Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly pre-sold 500,000 copies on Steam a month before launch | News-in-brief
Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly achieved 500,000 pre-sales on Steam a month before its launch, according to Alinea Analytics, suggesting a potentially stronger debut than its predecessor. Separately, BAFTA has been criticized for pulling a trailer for the indie game The Quiet Things from its awards ceremony due to content warnings, with developer Alyx Jones expressing frustration over the decision and past similar experiences.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Launcing in 2027
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by Dimps and Bandai Namco, this story-driven RPG allows players to create their own hero within the world of Dragon Ball, set in West City during AGE 1000. Additional details will be revealed in the coming months.
Forza Horizon 6 Has Reportedly Sold Over 500,000 Copies on Steam Ahead of Launch – Rumor
Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly sold over 500,000 copies on Steam and garnered 3.3 million wishlists prior to its May 19th launch. The game is expected to generate significant revenue, with projections of two million Steam sales in the first 24 hours. The title is available on Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version planned for later in the year.
