Join the Horizon Mascot Party in Forza Horizon 6

Get ready to appreciate those adorable little mascots found all over Forza Horizon 6 with the latest series update, Horizon Mascot Party!

Experience this fun-filled celebration while behind the wheel of 3 new-to-Horizon cars, including the 1970 Honda N600, at the new temporary Evolving World Edamame Time Attack Circuit that's available just for Horizon Mascot Party. This update also introduces support for American and British Sign Language in cinematics, and creators can include their favorite mascots in their races and garage layouts with new props in EventLab.

What's more, for those of you who need a new Car Horn, two more have been added, including a Mascot Car Horn and Fus-Roh-Dah, inspired by a game we all know and love.

Before we jump into the update breakdown, we've divided this blog into categories to help you find the content that's most relevant to you. Just select any of the sections listed below to quickly jump to it:

• Game Improvements and Release Notes
• American and British Sign Language
• Evolving World Edamame Time Attack Circuit
• New EventLab Props
• Festival Playlist
• Car Pass
• What’s Next

Pack your favorite snacks and get ready to cruise Japan with your favorite mascots. This is the Horizon Mascot Party!

Game Improvements and Release Notes

Forza Horizon 6's latest update will be available for download starting on Monday, August 10 at 5:00PM UTC on XBOX Series X|S, the XBOX app on PC and Steam, ahead of the Horizon Mascot Party Festival Playlist series starting on Thursday, August 13 at 2:30PM UTC.

Here's a preview of the fixes and improvements coming your way in this update based on the feedback and reports you've been sharing with our teams on the Forza Feedback Portal:

Fixed an issue where players could buy a car from a Car Meet and unlock the Livery.

Fixed an issue where thumbnails of cars with custom Liveries would not load.

Fixed an issue where players were receiving a “Garage Full” pop-up notification after receiving a new Car Pass car, with the game also erroneously claiming that cars could not be removed.

Check out the Forza Horizon 6 Horizon Mascot Party release notes on our Forza Support site for a full overview of the fixes and other changes that are included with this release.

If you encounter any issues while playing Forza Horizon 6 that haven't been addressed in this update, be sure to submit a bug report on the Forza Feedback Portal and include as much detail as you can to help our teams investigate the problem.

Now Available: American and British Sign Language

With this update, players can enable American Sign Language (ASL) and British Sign Language (BSL) for cinematics in the Accessibility menu. This feature will work by using a picture-in-picture display of an ASL or BSL interpreter during cinematic game scenes. Players will also be able to change where the interpreter appears on screen and adjust the background color to their preference.

Our objective is to make Forza Horizon 6 an inclusive experience for everyone to enjoy. Please continue to share your thoughts and ideas with us on new accessibility features or improvements to existing options that you would like to see on the Forza Feedback Portal.

High Speed Made Cute: The Edamame Time Attack Circuit

Forza Horizon 6's Time Attack Circuits challenge you to set the fastest lap time across multiple grassroots circuits, from high-speed road circuits to thrilling offroad adventure parks. You can also compete with your friends in real-time on the Convoy Leaderboard, which shows your Convoy's current best lap times on the circuit.

To celebrate the Horizon Mascot Party, we've added a new temporary Time Attack Circuit for this series only. Turn up at the mascot-themed Edamame Time Attack Circuit in your favorite car and achieve your fastest lap time for the in-world Leaderboard. Remember, these Leaderboards show your best time at your car’s current PI level, your next rival, and the global top 3, before resetting in the next season.

New EventLab Props

To show your favorite mascots some extra love, they've also been added as props that you can use in EventLab events, as well as in your Customizable Garages and Estate. So adorable!

Check out the list of new props below:

• 28 new props in Signs & Flags: Mascot Flags (9 variations), Mascot Billboards (9 variations), Mascot Cutouts (9 variations), Inflatable Curry Rice Mascot
• 9 new props in Walls & Fences: Mascot Barrier (9 variations)
• 4 new props in Road & Racing: Pit Garage (4 variations)
• 3 new props in Vehicles: Bike, Covered Scooter, Sports Motorbike
• 2 new Garage props: Plastic Crate and Plastic Container
• 1 new Rural prop: Plant Box 1

In addition, seasonal summer variants of props have also been added to the catalog.

Festival Playlist

Horizon Mascot Party features 10 Series Reward cars to collect – three of which are new-to-Horizon. These include the 1970 Honda N600, 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, and 2018 Exomotive Exocet Sport V8 XP-5.

Meanwhile, the other Series Rewards featured on the Festival Playlist are there to give new players who recently joined the Forza Horizon 6 community the opportunity to catch up and get some previously featured exclusive cars.

In addition, there are two new Badges to unlock: the Mascot Badge and Shimanoyama Heat Badge. This series also features two new Car Horns for you to obtain: Mascot and Fus-Roh-Dah!

If you would like to stay up to date with current and previous Festival Playlist events and challenges, be sure to check out the new hub on Forza.net that archives every Festival Playlist event and reward, all in one place. Add this one to your bookmarks so you can easily reference it in the future!

Now, let's check out the Reward Cars that await your garage over the coming weeks!

1970 Honda N600

• Engine: 0.6-liter inline-2
• Horsepower: 36
• Torque: 31.8 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: D 100
• Drivetrain: FWD

This tiny titan had one mission: conquer the international market! The 1970 Honda N600 is the successor to the N360, one of Honda’s first vehicles. The N600 weighs around 500 kg, giving it a surprisingly good power-to-weight ratio. Rediscover Honda’s roots with the 1970 Honda N600!

2018 Exomotive Exocet Sport V8 XP-5

• Engine: 6.2-liter V8
• Horsepower: 525
• Torque: 486 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: S2 841
• Drivetrain: RWD

The 2018 Exomotive Exocet Sport V8 XP-5 can provide all the fun without ever asking you to look for screws. Exomotive cars take parts of the Miata platform and transform them into performance-focused vehicles. With its potent engine, the XP-5 has a power-to-weight ratio you’d expect to see on a hypercar!

1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster

Earn 40 PTS during the Summer Season on the 'Horizon Mascot Party’ Festival Playlist Series. Available from August 13 – August 20.

• Engine: 2.0-liter inline 4
• Horsepower: 135
• Torque: 132 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: D 323
• Drivetrain: RWD

Before the world met the 240Z, the classic Japanese automaker gave us the 1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster. While we could go on and on about its incredible handling and surprising power, we know you just want to take the roof off and go on a cruise, or turn it into your new favorite car for Horizon Drift Championships!

2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

2016 Abarth 695 Biposto

Earn 40 PTS during the Autumn Season on the 'Horizon Mascot Party’ Festival Playlist Series. Available from August 20 – August 27.

• Engine: 1.4-liter inline 4
• Horsepower: 186
• Torque: 183 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: B 540
• Drivetrain: FWD

The 2016 Abarth 695 Biposto is a micro-sized hatchback with everything you’d expect from a daily racer, just a bit smaller. But make no mistake; the T-Jet turbocharged engine fitted in this car will assure you the Biposto is bred for the track.

1974 Toyota Celica GT

• Engine: 2.0-liter inline 4
• Horsepower: 97
• Torque: 106 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: D 287
• Drivetrain: FWD

The 1974 Toyota Celica GT was built to travel overseas and compete with the pony cars taking over the American market. In contrast to its American rivals, the Celica GT was built to enjoy smooth drives in style, but don’t let that deter you from turning it into a compelling street racer for Touge events!

1989 Toyota MR2 SC

Earn 40 PTS during the Winter Season on the 'Horizon Mascot Party’ Festival Playlist Series. Available from August 27 – September 3.

• Engine: 1.5-liter inline 4
• Horsepower: 145
• Torque: 140 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: D 397
• Drivetrain: RWD

No Japanese car collection would be complete without one of Toyota’s biggest hits: the 1989 Toyota MR2 SC. Pop the hood of this classic and you’ll find the reason behind the last two letters of its name: a supercharged engine, the best partner for the MR2’s masterful handling.

1988 Mitsubishi Starion ESI-R

• Engine: 2.5-liter inline 4
• Horsepower: 188
• Torque: 234 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: C 446
• Drivetrain: RWD

In the pantheon of 80s Japanese performance lays the 1988 Mitsubishi Starion ESI-R, a hidden jewel among enthusiasts. This car is equipped with performance-oriented technology such as its intercooler and electronic fuel injection. The widebody kit and 17-inch wheels you see are not part of some build; they come in the stock version of this car.

1968 Dodge Dart HEMI Super Stock

Earn 40 PTS during the Spring Season on the 'Horizon Mascot Party’ Festival Playlist Series. Available from September 3 – September 10.

• Engine: 7.0-liter V8
• Horsepower: 425
• Torque: 490 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: B 540
• Drivetrain: RWD

The tried-and-true formula of small car + big engine is proved right once again with the 1968 Dodge Dart HEMI Super Stock. One quick look at this car’s body and you’ll realize it was built to go from the dealership straight into Drag Meets, no modifications needed.

Car Pass

1968 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2

• Engine: 2.0-liter V8
• Horsepower: 269
• Torque: 160 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: A 696
• Drivetrain: RWD

Make way in your garage to welcome an endurance racing legend. The 1968 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 is one of the most successful racers by the Italian manufacturer. Built to triumph in the 60s, the Tipo 33/2 conquered plenty of competitions.

1957 Ford Thunderbird

• Engine: 5.1-liter V8
• Horsepower: 289
• Torque: 320 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: D 332
• Drivetrain: RWD

The first generation of one of the most iconic muscle cars ever built arrives at the Horizon Festival with Car Pass. The Thunderbird was built with two objectives in mind: to provide drivers with great comfort and allow them to cruise in style.

1983 Nissan Skyline 2000 Turbo RS

• Engine: 2.0-liter inline-4
• Horsepower: 187
• Torque: 166 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: C 413
• Drivetrain: RWD

The Nissan Skyline 2000 Turbo RS is famous for its TV appearances and being the most powerful Skyline of its era. During its run as Japanese television’s greatest star, the Turbo RS wore a red livery with the 4 Valve DOHC RS-Turbo label on its doors. But what actually makes this car a dream to own is the Garrett T3 turbo added to the already phenomenal FJ20E engine.

1987 Porsche #203 Porsche AG 961

• Engine: 2.8-liter flat-six
• Horsepower: 632
• Torque: 464 lb-ft
• Stock Class & PI: S2 840
• Drivetrain: AWD

Rewrite the history of the 1987 Porsche #203 Porsche AG 961 in Forza Horizon 6. Formerly brandished as an endurance racer for Porsche, you can now take the AG 961 through all the Road races available in Japan, or give it a new shot at endurance racing via the Goliath race in Legend Island!

What's Next

British Automotive is the theme of our next update, celebrating iconic British cars from the classics through present day. Look forward to new events and more coming in September!

Japan Awaits!

The Horizon Festival is better when you’re driving alongside your friends! If you’re looking for new players to Convoy up with to tackle these Festival Playlist events and challenges, then be sure to join our Forza Discord server. You can also follow @ForzaHorizon social channels on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter) to get all the latest updates from the Horizon Festival.

If you’re planning your trip to Discover Japan on PlayStation 5, stay tuned! Forza Horizon 6 will be releasing on PS5 later this year, and you can add the game to your Wishlist on the PlayStation Store to be notified of availability.

Remember you can share your ideas for new gameplay, cars and features that could be added, changed or improved in Forza Horizon 6 on the Forza Feedback Portal. It's the best place to send your thoughts directly to our game developers, and you can upvote topics that have already been created by other players to show your support.

Your journey throughout Japan continues with the Horizon Mascot Party! Be sure to stop by the redecorated Evolving World Edamame Circuit with your friends and have fun using the new props in your creations. Enjoy the festivities and we will see you for another Time Attack lap!