Forza Horizon 6 Makes Cherry Blossom Trees and Shrines Indestructible - Here's Why
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Key Points:
- Forza Horizon 6 takes the racing series to a detailed, stylized version of Japan, featuring iconic locations like downtown Tokyo and scenic country roads across all seasons.
- The game allows players to crash into most objects for experience points, but culturally significant elements such as cherry blossom trees, shrines, and temples are indestructible to respect Japanese cultural heritage.
- Cherry blossoms hold deep cultural and historical significance in Japan, symbolizing rebirth and the fleeting nature of life, which influenced the developers' decision to protect these trees in-game.
- The development team conducted extensive research and consulted cultural experts, including former Porsche ambassador Kyoko Yamashita, to accurately and sensitively portray Japan and its racing culture.
- Forza Horizon 6 officially releases on May 19 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with premium edition pre-orders already available to play.