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For the past week, I’ve spent every evening unwinding by speeding through the Japanese countryside, blaring Babymetal as I take in the sights. Forza Horizon 6 is ostensibly a racing game, one in which you play an up-and-coming driver intent on making a name for themselves. But, like the rest of the series, it’s also an open world—one in which you can spend as much—or, in my case, substantially more—time exploring as you do racing.

And it’s that element that’s substantially improved in Horizon 6. It’s a combination of structure and setting: The fictional take on Japan isn’t just the largest map in a Forza Horizon game, but it’s also incredibly detailed, offering a mix of bustling cities, serene rural roads, and iconic landmarks.

The game’s open-world design encourages players to wander off the beaten path, rewarding curiosity with hidden events, rare cars, and breathtaking vistas. While racing remains a core component, the sheer scale and richness of the environment make exploration feel like the true highlight.

Whether you’re a hardcore racer or a casual explorer, Forza Horizon 6 delivers an experience that’s as much about the journey as it is about the destination.

Source: The Verge
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