Forza Horizon 6 Leak: Developer Issues Stern Warning to Players

A pre-release build of Forza Horizon 6 has been leaked ahead of its scheduled May 19 launch. Developer Playground Games has officially confirmed the situation and issued a strong warning to any players considering accessing the unauthorized version of the game.

Understanding the Leak

Reports began circulating after a file list for the full 155GB game appeared on SteamDB. This led to speculation that a pre-load error on Steam was the cause. However, Playground Games has since clarified the situation.

In a public statement, the studio confirmed, "We are aware of reports that a build of Forza Horizon 6 has been obtained prior to its release and can confirm this is not the result of a pre-load issue." SteamDB also suggested that the leak likely originated from an individual with early access to the game, such as a reviewer.

How Playground Games is Responding

Playground Games is taking the leak seriously and has outlined a clear policy for anyone found playing the unauthorized build. The studio is not only monitoring for access but is also prepared to enforce significant penalties to protect the integrity of the game's launch.

This response is intended to discourage the spread and use of the leaked files, ensuring a level playing field for all players when the game officially releases.

Severe Consequences for Accessing the Build

For players tempted to seek out and play the leaked version, the risks are substantial. Playground Games has announced it is taking "strict enforcement action" against individuals who access the build. The stated consequences include:

• Franchise-wide bans: This would prevent a player's account from accessing any game in the Forza franchise, not just Forza Horizon 6.
• Hardware bans: A more severe measure, this could block the entire system (console or PC) from playing Forza titles.

Essentially, playing the game a week early could result in being permanently unable to play any Forza game on your account or device. The developer's official guidance is for fans to wait for the game's official release on May 19.