Beginner's Guide to Forza Horizon 6

2026-05-09

Welcome to Forza Horizon 6. Whether you're new to the series or returning from previous games, this guide will help you hit the ground running.

Getting Started

When you first boot up the game, you'll be dropped into the Horizon Festival. Complete the introductory races to unlock the open world and earn your first car.

Key things to do early:

  • Complete the Showcase events — they're cinematic races against unique vehicles and earn you big XP
  • Join the Horizon Festival main events to unlock car upgrades
  • Explore the map to discover roads, collectibles, and Bonus Boards

    • Earning Credits

    Credits (CR) are the main currency for buying cars and upgrades. Here's how to earn them fast:

    MethodCR per hour
    Road Racing~80,000
    Seasonal Events~150,000
    Auction HouseVaries
    WheelspinsBonus

    Tip: Always equip a VIP membership or use a Treasure Hunt to double your credit earnings on certain events.

    Your First Car

    The game gives you a starter car, but you'll want to upgrade quickly. Recommended early targets:

  • Nissan GT-R R35 — versatile, AWD, great for beginners
  • Ford Mustang GT — cheap, fast, and easy to tune
  • Subaru WRX STI — excellent off-road capability

    • Car Classes Explained

    Cars are rated by Performance Index (PI) and grouped into classes:

    ClassPI RangeStyle
    D100–500Classic / Budget
    C501–600Everyday
    B601–700Performance
    A701–800Sports
    S1801–900Supercar
    S2901–998Hypercars
    X999+Modded monsters

    Higher PI doesn't always win — the class must match the event type.

    Tips for Winning Races

  • Brake before corners, not in them — trail braking helps but learn the basics first
  • Use the racing line assist — it shows you when to brake and accelerate
  • Upgrade for the event type — road cars on dirt will lose to off-road builds
  • Rewind is your friend — use it freely when learning tracks

    • What's Next?

    Once you've got the basics down, explore these guides to go further:

  • Best Cars by Class — the strongest car for every PI class, plus drift, drag and off-road picks
  • Tuning Guide — build faster cars with suspension, tires, and gearing
  • Speed Skills Guide — earn Skill Points fast and chain high multipliers
  • Car Mastery & Hidden Cars — unlock 5 exclusive cars you can't buy anywhere else