Cruise with Friends in Horizon Meets

Calling all automotive enthusiasts: the latest *Forza Horizon 6* update has officially arrived, and it’s called Horizon Meets. This series celebrates the iconic spots where you and your crew gather to form Convoys, and what better way to honor car culture than through an exclusive partnership with 7-Eleven, a global icon of late-night automotive meetups.

This fresh update brings exciting 7-Eleven content to the table, featuring a limited-time 7-Eleven Evolving World complete with a themed Car Meet area and an EventLab Prop Pack. You’ll also get behind the wheel of 3 brand-new-to-Horizon vehicles: the 2025 BMW M4 CS, the 1968 Holden Monaro GTS 327, and the 2000 Honda Prelude Type SH. Additionally, the update delivers 2 distinct Car Horns, a hidden Treasure Car waiting to be uncovered, 200 fresh levels in Horizon Play alongside new Spec Racing additions, and much more!

It begs the question—where is your go-to hangout spot in Horizon Japan? Maybe you prefer the official Car and Drag Meets, or perhaps you test your limits at the Drift Attack and Time Attack circuits. Then again, you might enjoy keeping things low-key at one of the open-world parking lots or tucked-away service stations. Factor in the winding Touge mountain passes and breathtaking landmarks like the bustling Shibuya Crossing in central Tokyo, and you have an infinite canvas for organizing your next meetup with friends.

With that in mind, let’s dive straight into everything heading your way over the next four weeks!

Game Improvements and Release Notes

The latest *Forza Horizon 6* series update will be available to download starting on Monday, October 5 at 5:00 PM UTC on Steam, paving the way for the Horizon Meets Festival Playlist launch on Thursday, October 8 at 2:30 PM UTC.

Here is a sneak peek at the fixes and quality-of-life enhancements included in this patch, directly influenced by the reports and feedback you’ve submitted via the Forza Feedback Portal:

• Resolved an exploit where players could artificially inflate their Drift Attack scores by repeatedly fast-traveling or using rewinds.
• Added dedicated audio for the Drive Mode animations on the 2021 Mercedes-AMG ONE, 2013 McLaren P1, 2017 Ford GT, and 2025 McLaren W1.
• Fixed a bug preventing photography points from registering when snapping a picture of the Temple of Nachi Falls for the Collection Journal.
• Fixed an issue where tire-scrubbing sound effects failed to trigger when turning the steering wheel while stationary.

Alongside these general improvements, this update introduces brand-new engine swap options for several existing cars. Check out the official Forza Support site for the complete release notes detailing every fix and alteration included in this patch.

If you stumble upon any bugs or unexpected behavior not covered in this update, please be sure to submit a detailed bug report on the Forza Feedback Portal to help our development teams investigate.

Park Up at the 7-Eleven Car Meet

Thanks to our new collaboration with 7-Eleven, we are thrilled to introduce a limited-time 7-Eleven Evolving World Car Meet alongside an inspired EventLab Prop Pack, giving you entirely new ways to showcase your prized automotive builds.

Check out the brand-new meetup destination modeled after a traditional Japanese *konbini* convenience store. Situated in the Nangan region near the Nangan Day Trip—mirroring a real-world roadside stop overlooking Mt. Fuji—this is guaranteed to become a fan-favorite backdrop for your virtual photography! While the convenience store location is a temporary feature of the Evolving World during the Horizon Meets series, creators will retain permanent access to the *konbini* prop for their custom EventLab creations.

Complete your driver’s aesthetic with the Clerk Uniform, modeled after the attire worn by real-life 7-Eleven store associates in Japan. You can unlock this exclusive cosmetic in the Festival Playlist simply by snapping a photo of the 7-Eleven Car Meet during the first week of the series.

Tucked around the back of the *konbini*, you’ll find a curated selection of discounted and rare Aftermarket Cars available for purchase. This lineup includes the 2008 Mazda Furai and the 1989 Toyota MR2 SC making their triumphant return from the ‘Welcome to Japan’ series, alongside the ultra-rare, Wheelspin-exclusive 1998 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK GTR.

Meanwhile, the 7-Eleven Prop Pack delivers an assortment of themed assets for your EventLab, Garage, and Estate builds. Here is the complete inventory:

• 5 Sign & Flag Props: 7-Eleven flag (3 variants), 7-Eleven small sign, 7-Eleven tall sign.
• 4 Festival Props: E-Z UP tent (3 variants), 7-Eleven branded tent.
• 5 Urban Props: 7-Eleven *Konbini* (the full convenience store building from the Evolving World Car Meet), 7-Eleven vending machine, Shop Storage (3 variants featuring large/small crate stacks and a metal pulley system).
• 2 Roads & Racing Props: Branded 7-Eleven traffic barrier (2 variants).
• 1 Walls & Fences Prop: Metal Railing 3.

Working up an appetite? No 7-Eleven crossover would be complete without the iconic Egg Salad Sandwich Collectible to keep your energy up during those cross-country road trips across Japan!

That’s not all—there are also two brand-new Badges up for grabs. Play *Forza Horizon 6* at any point during the Horizon Meets Festival Playlist to claim the “Welcome!” Badge, and park up at the 7-Eleven *Konbini* Car Meet while driving the 2000 Honda Prelude Type SH to unlock the “Please Visit Again!” Badge.

Discover a New Treasure Car in Japan

With the curtain rising on Horizon Meets, whispers have spread regarding a long-lost Treasure Car hidden somewhere within the Japanese countryside! Follow the in-game photographic hint to track down the legendary 1970 Citroën 2CV—a magnificent and quirky addition to any serious collector’s garage.

Level Up with New Badges in Horizon Play

Progress through up to 200 additional tiers in Horizon Play! Along this extended journey, you can earn 20 distinct Player Badges, with a new badge unlocking for every 10 levels you conquer.

What’s more, if you had already maxed out at Level 100 prior to this update and continued playing, any surplus XP earned has been banked toward these new ranks. Your updated level will display the moment you next log into the game.

In addition to the expanded progression ranks, we’ve integrated several powerhouse vehicles into Spec Racing:

• 2019 Ginetta G40 Junior
• 2020 Lamborghini Essenza SCV12
• 1990 Alfa Romeo SE 048SP
• 1992 Mazda RX-7 Type R
• 2008 Mazda Furai
• 2023 Audi R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD
• 1987 Ferrari F40
• 2017 Saleen S7 LM
• 1967 Ferrari #24 Ferrari Spa 330 P4
• 1990 Nissan #12 Skyline GT-R (BNR32 Gr.A) JTC

While the 1990 Alfa Romeo SE 048SP, 2023 Audi R8 Coupé V10 GT RWD, and 1990 Nissan #12 Skyline GT-R are paid DLC vehicles, all players can pilot them within the Spec Racing playlist at zero additional cost, regardless of whether they own the respective DLC packs.

We have also added the Edamame Circuit—originally introduced during the Horizon Mascot Party update—into Horizon Drift (available across all PI classes), Spec Racing (restricted to B and C classes), and Horizon Racing (B class only).

We hope you enjoy pushing these vehicles to their limits in Horizon Play, and we encourage you to keep sharing your suggestions for future game updates on the Forza Feedback Portal.

Festival Playlist

Horizon Meets introduces 3 brand-new-to-Horizon cars: the 2025 BMW M4 CS, the 1968 Holden Monaro GTS 327, and the 2000 Honda Prelude Type SH.

You’ll also have the chance to reclaim two fan-favorite vehicles from previous franchise entries—the 2018 DeBerti Ford Mustang GT and the 2004 Saleen S7—alongside two unique Car Horns: Konbini and Noodle Slurp. Furthermore, dedicated Festival Playlist completionists can set their sights on a prestigious new Series History Reward: the classic 1973 Lamborghini Espada 400 GT, unlocked upon reaching 1,100 PTS.

As a quick reminder, you can stay completely up to date with active and historical Festival Playlist events by visiting the dedicated hub at https://Forza.net. Be sure to bookmark this page for easy reference!

Let’s take a closer look at the new and returning Reward Cars you can earn throughout the four-week Horizon Meets series.

2025 BMW M4 CS

Earn 80 PTS during the ‘Horizon Meets’ Festival Playlist Series. Available from October 8 – November 5.

• Engine: 2.99L Turbocharged Inline-6
• Horsepower: 543 hp
• Torque: 479 ft-lb
• Stock Class & PI: S1 733
• Drivetrain: AWD

The 2025 BMW M4 CS bridges the gap between uncompromising track prowess and everyday four-seat usability. Featuring a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system that delivers surgical precision through every apex, this lightweight machine offers breathtaking speed built for serious drivers. Can its aggressive styling get any more dramatic? Probably not, but we know our community will certainly try.

2000 Honda Prelude Type SH

Earn 20 PTS during the Summer Season of the ‘Horizon Meets’ Series. Available from October 8 – October 15.

• Engine: 2.16L Inline-4
• Horsepower: 200 hp
• Torque: 156.1 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: C 455
• Drivetrain: FWD

The “SH” in the 2000 Honda Prelude Type SH stands for Super Handling, a title earned through its groundbreaking Active Torque Transfer System designed to mitigate understeer. Renowned for its balanced chassis and eager powertrain, the Prelude Type SH is only a few aftermarket upgrades away from becoming your ultimate drift companion.

2018 DeBerti Ford Mustang GT

Earn 20 PTS during the Autumn Season of the ‘Horizon Meets’ Series. Available from October 15 – October 22.

• Engine: 5.0L V8
• Horsepower: 750 hp
• Torque: 653 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: S1 733
• Drivetrain: RWD

The 2018 DeBerti Ford Mustang GT is a masterclass in custom performance craftsmanship. Comprehensively overhauled from nose to tail, this custom build boasts a Roush supercharger, a TT Designs widebody kit, a custom hood designed by Brad DeBerti himself, and an Air Design rear wing, creating a wild modern muscle car tailor-made for your local Drag Meet.

2004 Saleen S7

Earn 20 PTS during the Winter Season of the ‘Horizon Meets’ Series. Available from October 22 – October 29.

• Engine: 7.0L V8
• Horsepower: 575 hp
• Torque: 570 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: S1 773
• Drivetrain: RWD

One of America’s first true mid-engine supercars roars onto the tarmac of Horizon Japan! The 2004 Saleen S7 is a road-legal evolution of the legendary endurance racer. Sporting a full carbon-fiber chassis and aerodynamic intakes at every angle, the S7 leverages its massive V8 to ensure you’ll command attention at any car meet.

1968 Holden Monaro GTS 327

Earn 20 PTS during the Spring Season of the ‘Horizon Meets’ Series. Available from October 29 – November 5.

• Engine: 5.36L V8
• Horsepower: 249 hp
• Torque: 325 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: D 366
• Drivetrain: RWD

The 1968 Holden Monaro GTS 327 is the definitive answer to the question: what happens when Australian grit meets American muscle? Propelled by a roaring Chevrolet V8 sending power exclusively to the rear wheels, this legendary configuration famously swept the podium at the grueling Mount Panorama endurance race.

Car Pass

The *Forza Horizon 6* Car Pass grants you access to 30 exceptional vehicles, delivered directly to your garage week by week. It remains the absolute best way to constantly refresh your stable with the most exciting metal hitting the Horizon Festival.

If you’re new to the program, make sure to browse the official Forza Horizon 6 car list to view every vehicle released through the Car Pass thus far. It’s also a fantastic resource for tracking your entire garage and checking acquisition methods.

Whenever a new Car Pass vehicle drops on Thursday, it will automatically be added to your garage at zero in-game credit cost, allowing you to save your hard-earned winnings for upgrades.

The Car Pass is included natively with the Forza Horizon 6 Deluxe and Premium Editions, as well as the Premium Add-Ons Bundle, and is available as a standalone purchase for owners of the Standard Edition.

Here are the stunning machines you can look forward to driving across Japan over the coming month:

1972 Datsun 240Z #5 Rallye

Available with the Forza Horizon 6 Car Pass starting October 8.

• Engine: 2.39L Inline-6
• Horsepower: 217 hp
• Torque: 169 ft-lb
• Stock Class & PI: B 538
• Drivetrain: RWD

Following a grueling campaign through the treacherous roads of Monte Carlo, the 1972 Datsun 240Z #5 Rallye has landed in Horizon Japan. Utilizing a traditional front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout—a rarity in punishing winter rally stages—this motorsport legend secured a historic podium finish at one of the world’s most demanding events.

2024 Ferrari Purosangue

Available with the Forza Horizon 6 Car Pass starting October 15.

• Engine: 6.5L V12
• Horsepower: 715 hp
• Torque: 528 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: S1 713
• Drivetrain: AWD

Four doors and four seats isn’t the layout you typically associate with Maranello’s finest; however, the 2024 Ferrari Purosangue marries uncompromising aerodynamics, razor-sharp handling, and supercar performance with genuine cabin comfort. Experience the full roar of a Ferrari V12 with plenty of room to share the journey.

1990 Eunos Cosmo

Available with the Forza Horizon 6 Car Pass starting October 22.

• Engine: 1.96L Twin-Turbo Rotary
• Horsepower: 276 hp
• Torque: 296 ft-lb
• Stock Class & PI: C 487
• Drivetrain: RWD

Beneath the deceptively clean styling of the 1990 Eunos Cosmo lies a marvel of technological ambition. Released under Mazda’s luxury banner, the Cosmo was among the first production cars to feature an integrated dashboard touchscreen and GPS navigation, all powered by a silky-smooth twin-turbocharged rotary engine. Step back into 90s automotive futurism with this incredible grand tourer!

2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+

Available with the Forza Horizon 6 Car Pass starting October 29.

• Engine: 3.98L Twin-Turbo V8
• Horsepower: 577 hp
• Torque: 590 ft-lb
• Stock Class & PI: S1 742
• Drivetrain: AWD

True performance lives in the details. Following meticulous engineering refinements, the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+ elevates high-speed capability to unprecedented heights. Boasting an advanced AWD system, carbon-fiber aerodynamic accents, an intimidating exhaust note, and optimized cooling architecture, the GT 63 feels perpetually ready for the racetrack.

What’s Next

We know how deeply our community adores Tokyo City. To properly celebrate this urban paradise for *Forza Horizon 6* drivers, our upcoming update will be entirely themed around City Life! Prepare to master your skills across two brand-new, permanent street racing routes winding through Tokyo, alongside 3 fresh Festival Playlist unlockables, a brand-new EventLab Prop Pack, and much more.

Japan Awaits!

The Horizon Festival is always better when shared with friends! If you’re looking for fellow drivers to Convoy up with to conquer these Festival Playlist events, make sure to join our official Forza Discord server. You can also follow @ForzaHorizon across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter) to stay caught up on all the latest festival news.

Remember that you can share your concepts for new cars, gameplay mechanics, and feature improvements on the Forza Feedback Portal. It is the premier destination to communicate directly with our developers, and you can upvote existing community suggestions to make your voice heard.

Don’t forget to celebrate your favorite meetup spots across Japan throughout the Horizon Meets series. Wherever you choose to park up alongside your fellow racers, drifters, and explorers, we are thrilled to have you with us at the Horizon Festival!

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