Excitement around Forza Horizon 6 has intensified following a now-deleted post on Reddit. The post originated from Australian car import company Cult & Classic, which shared an image of someone reportedly from the Forza Horizon team in Australia, scanning Kei cars for inclusion in the next entry in the series.
Kei Cars and Japanese Influence
Kei cars small, lightweight vehicles popular in Japan and for all my anime fans out there the isekai truck have never been featured prominently in the Forza Horizon series. Their inclusion would reinforce rumours that Forza Horizon 6 may be set in Japan or feature Japanese-inspired content, as hinted in earlier leaks. The image reportedly shows a Forza team member using 3D scanning equipment, likely to digitize real-world Kei car models for the game.
This would mark a significant step for the franchise, which has previously focused on exotic supercars, muscle cars, and rally vehicles. Incorporating Kei cars suggests a deeper focus on Japanese automotive culture, including drift racing, urban street events, and possibly compact car challenges.
Australian Connection
Interestingly, the cars were being scanned in Australia, showing that Playground Games may be sourcing vehicles globally while building a Japanese-inspired open world. This approach mirrors past entries, where developers combined real-world car models with diverse landscapes to create immersive, festival-style racing playgrounds.
The leak has sparked a flurry of discussion online, with fans speculating about potential Japanese settings, Kei car events, and new racing mechanics. Many are excited about the prospect of smaller, maneuverable cars adding variety to the high-octane racing typical of Forza Horizon games.
Neither Microsoft nor Playground Games has officially confirmed the Japan setting or the inclusion of Kei cars. However, these recent leaks suggest that Forza Horizon 6 could offer a fresh take on the series, combining exotic Japanese vehicles with open-world racing experiences.
For now, fans are eagerly awaiting official announcements, keeping a close eye on any updates that could confirm the game’s location, car roster, and event types.
1-Up Games 