Forza Horizon 6's save-wiping bug is finally being investigated: "Thank you for your patience while we work on a resolution"

Forza Horizon 6 screenshot of drift cars — While a PC fix is already rolling out through Microsoft Gaming Services, Xbox players will require a system update. (Image credit: Michael Hoglund)

Forza Horizon 6 has made waves since its release, selling millions of copies across both PC and Xbox. Unfortunately, it hasn't been without issues, and this one is a big one.

Some players have reported a major bug that can wipe their entire save file. Up until now, Playground Games had remained largely silent on the issue, but we finally have an update, and the fix sounds more complicated than I was expecting.

While Playground Games hasn't explicitly confirmed the root cause of the issue, the details shared so far point toward a problem involving Xbox cloud saves, Gaming Services, and save synchronization between devices.

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A fix is on the way for both Xbox and PC. Interestingly, Xbox players will need an entire system update to address the issue, while the PC fix has already begun rolling out through Microsoft's Gaming Services.

On Xbox, players can expect a system update on June 12, 2026. In the meantime, Playground Games recommends disabling Quick Resume for Forza Horizon 6 to reduce the risk of losing save data. To do exactly that, follow these instructions:

Highlight Forza Horizon 6
Press the Menu button
Select Manage game and add-ons
Navigate to Quick Resume settings
Choose Disable Quick Resume.

I've been thoroughly enjoying Forza Horizon 6. Driving around in my Warthog from Halo while hunting down collectibles has been an absolute treat. Fortunately, I've been playing on PC and haven't encountered any game-breaking bugs.

That said, I'm genuinely surprised to see this issue require a full Xbox system update to address. I can't think of any other games that have needed what is essentially an operating system-level fix to resolve a problem that's plaguing players. Still, the important thing is that a fix is finally here, and Xbox players won't have to wait much longer to get it.

With that said, let me know whether you've been enjoying Forza Horizon 6, whether you've encountered this devastating bug, or if, like me, your experience has been smooth sailing so far. Be sure to leave a comment and take part in my poll!

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Adam is a Psychology Master’s graduate passionate about gaming, community building, and digital engagement. A lifelong Xbox fan since 2001, he started with Halo: Combat Evolved and remains an avid achievement hunter. Over the years, he has engaged with several Discord communities, helping them get established and grow. Gaming has always been more than a hobby for Adam—it’s where he’s met many friends, taken on new challenges, and connected with communities that share his passion.