The Open-World Genre Changes Forever on May 19

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Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19 and takes the series to Japan.
It introduces world-integrated progression, with wristbands and other systems tied to exploration.
A new endgame area, Legend Island, adds a fresh destination beyond the main map.
Social spaces like Car Meets and Drag Meets are meant to make multiplayer interaction more seamless.
The game aims to push open-world racing forward by blending driving, progression, and community play.

