Forza Horizon 6
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 1650 · Core i5-8400
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 3060 Ti · Core i5-12400
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 2060 12GB (~60 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Verified · ~31 fps high (est.)
- Genres
- Racing, Simulation, Sports
- Release
- May 18, 2026
- Developer
- Playground Games
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Japan in over 550 real-world cars and become a racing Legend in Forza Horizon's biggest open world driving adventure yet.
RacingOpen WorldDrivingMultiplayerAutomobile SimSimulationExplorationRealisticArcadeSports
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What you need for Forza Horizon 6
Forza Horizon 6 needs about a GeForce RTX 2060 12GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and an Arc B580 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | Core i5-9400F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | Ryzen 9 9900X3D |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Arc B580 | Core i5-9400F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 9070 XT | Ryzen 7 7700X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3090 Ti | Core i5-9400F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Forza Horizon 6 →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 27 | 19 | 11 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 37 | 26 | 16 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 56 | 39 | 24 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 61 | 43 | 26 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 67 | 47 | 28 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 69 | 49 | 29 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 77 | 54 | 32 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 79 | 55 | 33 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 92 | 64 | 39 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 116 | 81 | 49 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 129 | 91 | 54 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 133 | 93 | 56 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 173 | 121 | 73 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 180 | 126 | 76 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 287 | 201 | 120 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Forza Horizon 6 system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 22H2 (version 19045) or higher | Windows 10 22H2 (version 19045) or higher |
| Processor | Intel i5-8400 OR AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel i5-12400F OR AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 1650 OR AMD RX 6500 XT OR Intel Arc A380 | NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti OR AMD RX 6700 XT OR Intel Arc A580 |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 167 GB | 167 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Notes | SSD Required | SSD Required |
Source: Steam.
Forza Horizon 6 on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Verified
Steam Deck · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 31 high | Steam Deck Verified |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 33 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 38 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 34 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 34 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Full
- DLC
- 28
- Steam achievements
- 57
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerPvPOnline PvPCo-opOnline Co-opSteam AchievementsFull controller supportSteam Trading CardsChat Text-to-speechColor Alternatives#category_contrast_controlsCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyGamepad RecommendedKeyboard Only Option#category_playable_at_your_own_pacePlayable without Timed InputStereo SoundSurround SoundHDR availableFamily Sharing
- Languages (23)
- English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Greek, Hungarian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian, Spanish - Latin America, Swedish, Turkish, Czech
Full audio: English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese - Brazil, Spanish - Latin America
Latest news & patches
- Forza Horizon 6 Community Creations Spotlight: September 2026 2026-09-17
- Hear the 2015 Jaguar XKR-S GT Purr in Forza Horizon 6!2026-09-17
- A British Track Day Star Kicks Off British Automotive!2026-09-10
- Celebrate British Automotive in Forza Horizon 62026-09-07
- Last Week to Party Like a Mascot!2026-09-03
- Time to Party with the Toyota Celica GT!2026-08-27
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Forza Horizon 6 run on a GTX 1650?
Yes, at lower settings. The GeForce GTX 1650 meets Forza Horizon 6's minimum spec but not the recommended one. We estimate ~35 fps at 1080p medium (range 28–42, medium confidence, ±20%), GPU-limited. 60 fps at 1080p is out of reach. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB (~60 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Forza Horizon 6 run on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates Forza Horizon 6 Steam Deck Verified. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~31 fps on the high preset (range 25–37, medium confidence, ±20%). Our spec-based model is conservative for games tuned for Steam Deck; Valve's test result comes first. 60 fps is out of reach; 40 fps works on medium. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Forza Horizon 6 at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to an Arc B580 or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 2060 12GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Forza Horizon 6 by brand.
Can I run Forza Horizon 6 on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the Radeon RX 7600S is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~59 fps at 1080p low. Forza Horizon 6 on the Radeon RX 7600S.
How much RAM does Forza Horizon 6 need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 16 GB of RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended for Forza Horizon 6.
How much storage does Forza Horizon 6 take?
Forza Horizon 6 needs 167 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam, and the publisher says an SSD is required. The minimum operating system is Windows 10 22H2 (version 19045) or higher.