‘Forza Horizon 6’ Reviews Give It The Best Metacritic Score Of 2026, Naturally
The racing game is the first 2026 release above 90 on Metacritic, with 62 reviews and 14 perfect scores.
- Playground Games' Forza Horizon 6 earned a 92 on Metacritic, becoming 2026's highest-rated game ahead of its May 19 launch on Xbox and PC.
- The score displaces Resident Evil Requiem and Pokemon Pokopia from the top spot, both of which previously held an 89 metascore early in 2026.
- Among 62 reviews, Forza Horizon 6 secured 14 perfect 10/10 scores from major outlets. IGN noted the game "has not skipped a beat" and "runs like a titan."
- Xbox and Playground Games now hold 2026's highest-reviewed title, though the game remains exclusive to Xbox and PC; a PlayStation version will follow later this year.
- Upcoming releases like Grand Theft Auto 6, Marvel's Wolverine, and 007 First Light pose competition for the top spot. Many promising titles remain scheduled throughout the rest of 2026.
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