Forza Horizon 6 – 10 Tips and Tricks Before You Start

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Forza Horizon 6 is now available on Xbox Series X/S and PC, continuing the popular open-world racing series with its sixth installment. The game has already been a hit with those who purchased the Premium Edition, gaining early access last week, and is set to attract even more players – both longtime fans and those new to the series. To help you kickstart your racing adventure in Japan, we’ve compiled 10 useful tips and track recommendations.

Forza Horizon 6 is a huge game, and while there are tons of helpful things to know, we’ve narrowed it down to the 10 most important tips. This guide is especially helpful for newcomers, but even experienced players might discover something useful!

10 Tips and Tricks Before You Start Forza Horizon 6

1. Multiple Uses For Drone and Photo Mode

Forza Horizon 6 includes both Drone Mode and Photo Mode, both helpful tools for exploring and capturing the game world. Drone Mode lets you send out a small drone to scout the surroundings from your car, making it easier to find hidden collectibles like Barn Finds and the new Treasure Cars. When you use the drone to locate a barn or treasure, it’s automatically marked on your map. Photo Mode allows you to pause the game and quickly take pictures of the scenery and action.

Photo Mode is really helpful for collecting pictures of every car in the game, which is something many Forza Horizon players enjoy. A fast way to use it is to snap a photo of all the cars lined up at the beginning of a race. The game will automatically add every car in the picture to your collection, and the starting line is a perfect spot to capture a lot of them at once.

2. Turn Off Driving Line

Forza Horizon’s driving line helps you know when to accelerate, brake, and navigate turns. While useful, it’s not essential. Using the complete driving line reduces the bonus credits you earn from races. We suggest only using the braking portions of the line, as the speed guide isn’t really needed. If you’re a skilled driver, you can disable it altogether.

3. Slingshot

In Forza Horizon 6, following closely behind other cars gives you a speed boost and lets you quickly overtake opponents when the time is right. This is especially useful if you’re struggling to keep up with the AI and need a little extra push to win the race – just stay right behind them!

4. Use Mastery Points for Wheelspins

In Forza Horizon 6, Wheelspins are like mystery boxes that give you rewards. There are regular Wheelspins and Super Wheelspins, which offer even more chances to win. While they’re a bit harder to get in this game, it’s worth using your Mastery Points to unlock them. You might win amazing cars or big prizes, but sometimes you’ll get something less exciting – it’s all down to chance!

5. PR Stunts and Speed Traps are Important

A major addition to Forza Horizon 6 is how PR Stunts and Speed Traps now impact your progress. Unlike previous games where they were optional, completing these challenges in Forza Horizon 6 now earns you progression points. These points are crucial for unlocking new Wristbands and gaining access to more challenging races.

6. Hidden Signs

Forza Horizon games are full of signs you can smash to unlock fast travel spots or earn points. The latest game, Forza Horizon 6, continues this tradition, but some of the signs are cleverly hidden. Keep an eye out for them in places like sheds or even on top of buildings! If you see a sign on a rooftop, search for a ramp or higher ground nearby to launch your car up to it. We suggest using a lighter car – they’re much easier to get airborne.

7. Buying Houses Gets You Perks

Throughout the game, players can discover and purchase various houses across Japan. Prices range from affordable options to luxurious mansions costing several million credits. Once you’ve earned enough in-game currency, be sure to check them out! These houses aren’t just visually appealing; they also provide helpful benefits like daily Wheelspins or increased progression after each race.

8. The Collection Journal

As a Forza Horizon fan, I’m really excited about the new Collection Journal in Forza Horizon 6! It’s a super cool way to get rewarded just for playing the game. Basically, as you explore Japan, race, and complete challenges, you’ll automatically earn points in this journal. Those points then unlock awesome rewards like in-game cash and even new cars! It’s a really neat system because you don’t even have to actively try – the rewards come to you as you enjoy the game.

9. The Auction House

Forza Horizon 6 still doesn’t let you directly sell cars from your garage, which is a bummer! So, you’ll need to use the Auction House. If you’re new to the game and your garage is getting full, or you just want to get rid of cars you don’t need, head to the Auction House to sell them to other players. A helpful trick is to spend a little money upgrading and customizing your cars with unique designs before listing them. This will make them much more appealing to potential buyers and get you a better price.

10. Explore

Okay, so as a Forza fan, I have to say: don’t just speed through the races! Forza Horizon 6’s Japan is gorgeous, and you’ll miss so much if you don’t take the time to actually explore. Seriously, just cruise around, enjoy the scenery, and take some photos – it’s a beautiful game world. Plus, a lot of cool stuff isn’t even on the map at first, so you really need to wander and discover things yourself. And trust me, you’ll want to – there are over 650 roads to find, so there’s a ton to see!

Forza Horizon 6 is now available on Xbox Series X/S, PC and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

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2026-05-19 14:15