Forza Horizon 6 had one of the biggest launches in the series’ history. Naturally, with many players trying out the game, the servers can struggle and cause connectivity issues throughout the launch week and even later.
Here’s how to check Forza Horizon 6 server status to see if the game is down.
How to check Forza Horizon 6 server status
There’s no official status page for Forza games, but the easiest way to check the Forza Horizon 6 server status is to check the Forza Support X account for the latest news and updates. The developer posts updates on any ongoing server issues and whether they have been resolved.
It’s also worth checking the Xbox Live status for any issues in Friends & social activity, Multiplayer gaming, and Games & gaming sections, among others. If you play on Steam on PC, check SteamDB for any drops in concurrent players, as sometimes issues can be platform-specific.
Are Forza Horizon 6 servers down?
As of the full launch, Forza Horizon 6 has experienced several server issues, including slow menus, disconnections, and Horizon Life not working properly. The developer has acknowledged the issue, stating: “We’re aware of the current connectivity problems affecting some users and are actively investigating. Apologies for the inconvenience caused. We’ll share more updates as they become available.”
Services are fully back up and running. Thank you for patience.
— Forza Support (@forza_support) May 20, 2026
The issue has been resolved. However, there could be more server issues during the launch week and beyond, especially on the weekends. Forza Horizon 6 peaked at 273,148 players on Steam, according to SteamDB, likely putting a lot of strain on the servers.
PC players may also encounter the Invalid Game Services Detected error when booting Forza Horizon 6. This isn’t a server or connectivity issue. Instead, you must update the Gaming Services on your PC using the Microsoft Store.
