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Forza Horizon 6 review - a near-complete package, tuned to perfection
Forza Horizon 6 offers a polished and refined racing experience, celebrating Japanese car culture with a gorgeous map and engaging single and multiplayer events. While it iterates positively on its predecessor, the game is held back by a lack of deep vehicle customization. Despite this, the game's curated playlists, diverse events, and stunning open world make it a near-perfect package for racing enthusiasts.
Forza Horizon 6 Review – a picturesque cruise you wish wouldn’t end
Forza Horizon 6 offers a visually stunning experience set in Japan, featuring breathtaking landscapes and a diverse car collection. The game introduces a more structured progression system with wristbands unlocking events, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment. Technical improvements, including ray tracing on PC, enhance the immersive driving experience, making it a strong entry in the franchise.
Forza Horizon 6 Review in Progress — Japan Was Worth the Wait — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This review in progress for Forza Horizon 6 highlights the game's stunning visual representation of Japan and its balanced approach to racing, appealing to both car enthusiasts and casual players. Despite a slight concern about VIP bonuses and the potential for endgame grind, the game offers a vast amount of content and a satisfying gameplay loop. A final score is pending the full experience of online features and endgame content.
Forza Horizon 6 Review - Dopamine Highway
Forza Horizon 6 brings the series to Japan, offering its most expansive and engaging map to date with a blend of racing and exploration. The game excels in its flexible driving mechanics, extensive car customization, and a constant stream of rewards, making it a visually stunning technical showcase. While the core formula remains highly enjoyable, long-time players might find some aspects predictable, though newcomers will likely be captivated by its "dopamine highway" of positive reinforcement.
Join The Speedwaaagh on May 21
Caged Element announced that Speed Freeks, a combat racing game set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, will launch on Xbox on May 21. The game features high-speed races, deep vehicle customization, and a live creation mode for building and playing maps in real time. It also includes cross-platform play and multiple game modes like Deff Rally and Kill Konvoy.
Every van upgrade you can unlock in Outbound
This guide details all the van upgrades available in Outbound, categorized by function such as motor, battery, and weight capacity. It also outlines the various building and roof customization options, including materials required for each upgrade.
Gear.Club Unlimited 3 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC launches in October
Gear.Club Unlimited 3 is launching for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC in October, with a Nintendo Switch version already available. The racing game developed by Eden Games and published by Nacon features new roads in Japan and the Mediterranean, a Highway Mode for high-speed racing, and extensive vehicle customization.
Car Dealer Simulator - Up 2 You DLC launches on June 4, 2026
Garage Monkeys has announced that the Up 2 You DLC for Car Dealer Simulator will be released on June 4, 2026, for PC via Steam. This expansion introduces extensive customization options for buildings and vehicles, new tuning features, and illegal street racing events where players can win opponents' cars. The base game, released in May 2025, has maintained very positive player reviews.
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.
"Unlocked the toilet door in the Euro Trash mission to prevent soft-locks" read Samson's latest patch notes, which also introduce special drift cars
Liquid Swords has released a new patch for their crime simulation game, Samson, addressing numerous bugs including soft-locks in missions like 'Euro Trash' and 'Rosary Requiem'. The update also introduces special drift and rallycross cars, adjusts vehicle impact damage, and improves NPC combat animations.
Outbound gains Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date [update: delayed]
The release of the cozy open-world exploration game Outbound has been delayed to May 14, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Originally slated for April 23, 2026, developers Silver Lining Interactive and Square Glade Games cited the need for additional tuning and polish to address an issue that could negatively impact player enjoyment.
Forza Horizon 6’s Aftermarket Cars Are “Subtle Suggestions” for Players to Switch Things Up
Forza Horizon 6 will feature 'Aftermarket Cars' with unique body kits and parts, offered at low prices as a subtle suggestion for players to try different vehicles and customization options. Design director Torben Ellert explained that this approach, along with the new Collection Journal and fog of war map system, aims to encourage exploration and player freedom within the game's dense Japanese setting. The title launches May 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, including over 550 cars and new customization features.
Forza Horizon 6 Features Over 100 Fresh Rims and Motorcycle Engine Swaps for Kei Vehicles
Forza Horizon 6 will feature extensive vehicle customization options, including over 100 new rims, motorcycle engine swaps for Kei vehicles, and advanced paint finishes. The game will also introduce new Barn Find and Treasure Car discoveries across Japan. Forza Horizon 6 launches May 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 release later this year.
Forza Horizon 6 Features New Refraction-Based Shaders on Car Lights and Long-Requested Window Decals
Forza Horizon 6 will feature new refraction-based shaders for car lights and long-requested window decals, according to Playground Games production director Mike Bennett. The game will launch on May 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version to follow later this year. These graphical and customization enhancements are possible due to the game focusing exclusively on current-generation platforms.
Forza Horizon 6’s Customization Improvements and Crazier-Than-Ever Forza Edition Cars | IGN First - IGN
Forza Horizon 6 will feature significant improvements to car customization, including new refraction shaders for lights, window decals, and bespoke Forza aero parts tailored to each vehicle. The game will launch with 550 cars, the largest number in the series' history, and will introduce customizable garages where players can display their vehicles.
New DLC and Free Update Allow New Designs for Fire Truck Fleet
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite has released a new DLC, the Blackout Truck Edition Skins DLC, and a free Vehicle Customization Update. The DLC adds new cosmetic options for fire trucks, while the update allows players to customize colors, lightbar patterns, and siren sounds. Both are available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
How The Crew Motorfest delivers its “own take” on NASCAR
The Crew Motorfest is developing its own distinct approach to NASCAR content within the game. Season 8 of the live service game introduces new street racing and BMW-themed playlists, alongside enhanced car customization options.
Pfister X-Treme With Premier Half Camo Livery Now Available in GTA Online
Rockstar Games is offering the Pfister X-Treme with a new Premier Half Camo Livery in Grand Theft Auto Online this week. Players can also earn double daily income and towing service payouts at Salvage Yards, with two claimable robbery target vehicles available. Additional bonuses include double GTA$ and RP on the Community Race Series and Hunting Pack (Remix), and discounts on properties and vehicles.
Forza Horizon 5 Review: More Than Scenery in a Map
Forza Horizon 5 offers a vibrant and expansive experience set in Mexico, which serves as a dynamic character with diverse biomes. The game excels in balancing arcade handling with simulation depth, providing distinct personalities for its numerous cars. While not a revolutionary departure, it refines the series' core elements, particularly in car customization and driving mechanics, making it an engaging title for both casual players and car enthusiasts.
