FH6 Beginner Guide - Start Your Japan Journey Right

What to Do First in FH6

When you first arrive in Japan as a "tourist," the game can feel overwhelming. Here's your roadmap for the first 10 hours:

1. Complete the Opening Festival (Hours 1-2)

Your first objective is reaching Horizon Festival Rank 2. This unlocks the ability to customize your cars and access theAutoshow. Focus on:

• Win your first street race to unlock Horizon Story missions
• Complete 2-3 Horizon Stories for bonus credits and XP
• Don't worry about choosing the "wrong" starter car — you can always buy more

2. Buy Your First Real Car (Hour 2-3)

After earning 50,000-80,000 CR from early races, head to the Autoshow. Our recommendation:

• Best Value: 2023 Nissan Z ($55,000) — PI 831, excellent early-game performer
• Budget Option: 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata ($35,000) — PI 752, best handling under $50k
• Fun Choice: Toyota GR86 ($45,000) — PI 814, balanced and forgiving

3. Upgrade Before Racing (Hour 3-4)

Before spending credits on new cars, upgrade what you have. Priority order:

1. Tires — Biggest handling improvement, do this first
2. Suspension — Better control in corners
3. Engine — More power for straight-line speed
4. Transmission — Shorter gears = faster acceleration

Understanding the FH6 Progression System

Festival Rank & Wristbands

Your main progression in FH6 is tied to 7 Wristbands. Each wristband unlocks new content:

• Wristband 1-2: Basic races, garage expansion
• Wristband 3-4: Horizon Stories, longer events
• Wristband 5-6: Advanced championships, higher-difficulty races
• Wristband 7: Legend Island, Colossus Goliath event

How to Level Up Fast

• Horizon Stories — 10,000-30,000 XP each, do these first
• Weekly Forzathon — Daily challenges for bonus XP
• Championships — Multi-race events with cumulative rewards
• Bucket List Events — One-off challenges with unique rewards

Essential Tips for New Players

Credits Economy: How to Earn CR Fast

Early game credits are tight. Here's how to maximize your income:

• Horizon Stories — 15,000-50,000 CR per story
• Weekly Forzathon Challenges — 20,000-50,000 CR for completing all daily/weekly tasks
• Skill Chains — Air = 2x, Near Miss = 3x, Pass = 4x. Chain skills for massive multipliers
• Photo Mode Bonus — Taking photos of your drives awards 2,000-5,000 CR
• Auction House — Buy cars on Tuesday (cheapest), sell on weekends

Your First 24 Hours Checklist

1. Complete opening race → Unlock Horizon Stories
2. Complete 3 Horizon Stories → Reach Festival Rank 2
3. Buy your first real car (Nissan Z or MX-5)
4. Upgrade tires and suspension
5. Complete your first Championship
6. Earn your first Wristband
7. Explore Tokyo — find the best roads for your driving style

Common Beginner Mistakes to Avoid

• Don't buy expensive cars early — Save up for $100k+ purchases until you have a solid garage
• Don't neglect tire upgrades — Stock tires can't handle high horsepower
• Don't ignore Horizon Stories — They're the fastest source of XP and credits
• Don't forget to tune for terrain — Road cars handle differently than dirt cars
• Don't skip Photo Mode — Free credits for just taking pictures

Next Steps

Once you've completed the basics, check out our other guides:

• Car Tuning Guide — Learn to fine-tune your vehicles
• Car Buying Guide — Which car fits your playstyle
• Drift Tutorial — Master the art of drifting
• Money Making Guide — Maximize your credits

More FH6 Guides