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Forza Horizon 6 PC Build Leaks as Xbox Issues Hardware and Account Bans

The studio warns of franchise‑wide plus hardware bans to deter use of the unauthorized PC build.

Overview

  • The full PC build, roughly 150–155GB, surfaced over the weekend after an unencrypted Steam upload was spotted, and cracked copies began to spread online.
  • Playground Games said Monday the leak was not from a preload issue and warned that anyone using the unauthorized build faces franchise‑wide plus hardware bans.
  • Verified reports show creators receiving suspensions that stretch to the year 9999, while Microsoft issues takedowns as Reddit and YouTube remove links and footage.
  • Developers re‑encrypted the Steam files after the slip, yet screenshots and videos continue to circulate across social platforms.
  • Release timing remains set with Premium early access on May 15 and full launch on May 19, and outlets report the game still ranking high on Steam’s top‑seller charts.