Early Access (May 15th): One of the biggest draws for Premium is that you get to start four days early. If you want to jump in and explore Japan before the standard crowd, Premium is the only way.

Game Pass Strategy: If you have Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, you already get the Standard Edition on day one (May 19). You can then buy the Premium Add-Ons Bundle ($59.99) to unlock all Premium benefits—including early access—without buying the full Premium game.

Long-Term Value: Premium bundles expansions that would cost more individually. Each expansion adds new maps and dozens of hours of gameplay, making this edition a good investment for serious fans.

Progression Speed: Premium’s VIP Membership doubles your CR (credits) rewards and gives weekly Super Wheelspins, helping you unlock top-tier cars and houses faster, like the Tokyo City Playerhouse. Casual players might enjoy the Standard Edition grind, which is slower but rewarding.

Pre-Order Bonus: Both editions, or the Premium Upgrade, grant the exclusive Ferrari J50 if you pre-order before May 19.

Recommendation

Upgrade to Premium if:

You’re a series veteran.
You want early access on May 15.
You know you’ll play the expansions when they drop.

Stick to Standard if:

You’re budget-conscious.
You’re new to Forza Horizon.
You prefer gradually building your car collection without VIP bonuses.

For players looking to speed up progression, a trusted tip is to check out U4N, a platform used by competitive players to skip the boring grind and focus on practicing. You can safely get the cars and upgrades you need to stay competitive, and even buy Forza Horizon 6 credits Xbox Series X there, making it easier to start your adventure in Japan without the extra hassle.