Forza Horizon Archives

Winsage

February 15, 2026

Windows 11 KB5077181 fixes gaming bugs, Nvidia black screen, and performance issue affecting explorer.exe, taskbar, and Start menu

Windows 11 KB5077181 is a mandatory update that resolves up to 58 critical vulnerabilities, including a serious flaw in Windows Notepad that could allow for remote code execution. It introduces new features like an Apple Handoff-like Resume function and addresses gaming issues, particularly graphical artifacts in games such as Forza Horizon 5. The update fixes the black screen problem affecting certain Nvidia GPUs and resolves issues related to explorer.exe freezing or crashing upon login. Microsoft has confirmed that the update addresses black screen problems in isolated multiuser environments and rectifies boot failures linked to specific GPU configurations. Users can check if the update is installed by navigating to Settings > System > About, with the latest version being Build 26200.7840 or newer.

AppWizard

February 11, 2026

Steam’s most‑wishlisted games reveal an unexpected frontrunner — and Xbox Game Studios is holding strong

Alinea Analytics has identified the most-wishlisted games on Steam for release in 2026. The top three are: 1. Subnautica 2 - 3.8 million wishlists, featuring co-op multiplayer, Xbox Play Anywhere support, and availability on Xbox Game Pass, delayed from 2025 to 2026. 2. Forza Horizon 6 - 2.6 million wishlists, has sold 220,000 copies on Steam, set in Japan, also supports Xbox Play Anywhere and will be available on Xbox Game Pass, releasing on May 19, 2026. 3. Resident Evil Requiem - 2.5 million wishlists, features characters Leon and Grace Ashcroft, blending survival horror with combat, not available on Game Pass or Xbox Play Anywhere, releasing on February 26, 2026.

AppWizard

January 16, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 release date may have leaked in Forza Horizon 5

The preorder pop-up linked to Forza Horizon 5 indicated a four-day early access period beginning on May 15, with the official release set for May 19, and offered an exclusive Ferrari J50 for preorders. However, attempts to replicate the pop-up experience have been unsuccessful, raising questions about its authenticity. The Xbox Direct showcase is scheduled for January 22, where Forza Horizon 6 and other titles are expected to be unveiled.