Toyota Hits the Forza Horizon 6 Cover
Forza fans have been asking for it for years—and now it’s officially happening. When Forza Horizon 6 was announced as being set in Japan, hype hit overdrive. During Xbox’s recent Developer Direct broadcast, Playground Games finally pulled back the curtain on one of the biggest reveals yet: the game’s cover art. And it’s a huge moment for Toyota.
For the first time in Forza Horizon history, the cover features vehicles from a single parent automaker—and Toyota is owning the spotlight.
GR Performance Meets Legendary Capability
Headlining the Forza Horizon 6 cover are two very different, but equally iconic, Toyota vehicles:
- GR GT – Toyota’s cutting-edge on-road performance machine, representing the brand’s Gazoo Racing philosophy of pushing speed, handling, and driver engagement to the limit.
- 250-Series Toyota Land Cruiser – A global legend in off-road capability, durability, and go-anywhere confidence.
Seeing these two vehicles side by side perfectly captures the spirit of Forza Horizon 6: blistering performance on pavement and unstoppable capability off it. With Japan as the game’s setting, the pairing feels especially fitting—modern motorsport innovation meets decades of rugged heritage.
Toyota Motor Corporation has expressed excitement about having its top on- and off-road performance vehicles lead the cover art, marking a major milestone not just for the franchise, but for the brand’s presence in gaming culture.
A First for Forza Horizon
The cover reveal isn’t just cool—it’s historic. This marks the first time a Forza Horizon cover has featured vehicles from only one automaker, underscoring Toyota’s influence and versatility across multiple driving disciplines. Whether players prefer drifting mountain roads or tackling rough terrain, the cover cars alone hint at the variety waiting in-game.
Release Date and Platforms
Alongside the cover art reveal, Playground Games also confirmed when players can get behind the wheel:
- Worldwide release: May 19, 2026
- Premium Edition Early Access: May 15, 2026
Forza Horizon 6 will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox Cloud, Steam, and will be available day one with Game Pass Ultimate. The game is also set to arrive on PlayStation later in 2026, expanding the Horizon festival to even more players.
The Road Ahead
With Japan as the backdrop and Toyota’s GR GT and Land Cruiser leading the charge, Forza Horizon 6 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting entries in the series yet. If the cover art is any indication, players can expect a celebration of speed, culture, and automotive passion—Toyota style. Buckle up. May 2026 can’t come soon enough.
