1. Start as a "Tourist"

You begin the game without fame, supercars, or big rewards. Early on, two guides help you:

May – A Japanese car builder who gives tips on the local terrain and culture.

Jordi – A motorsport fanatic focused on racing mechanics and competitive advice.

These characters set you up with tutorials and insight on how Japan’s tracks work.

2. Complete Initial Qualifier Races

The first set of races introduces you to FH6’s unique Japanese map:

Race Types – Expect Road, Dirt, and Cross Country events. Each uses a limited car pool at first.

Difficulty – These races are beginner-friendly but also highlight the verticality of Japan. You’ll climb mountain passes like Mt. Haruna and navigate narrow Tokyo streets.

Tips – Use your car’s handling wisely; downhill runs can be fast but tricky. Off-road sections reward patience and smooth inputs.

3. Fill the Reputation Bar

Your progress isn’t just about finishing first. You need to earn Reputation Points (REP):

Race Performance – Finish strong to earn base REP.

PR Stunts – Drift zones, speed traps, and danger signs add extra REP.

Skill Challenges – Hitting perfect lines, jumps, or tricks boosts your bar faster.

Milestone: Filling the bar the first time unlocks a Showcase Event, like the “Mech Race” with Chaser Zero, where spectacle meets skill.

4. The Horizon Invitational

Once you’ve proven your skill in qualifiers and the first Showcase:

Unlock – The Horizon Invitational becomes available.

Objective – Win this event to earn your first Festival Wristband.

Reward – You officially move from "Tourist" to Horizon Festival member, unlocking the next tiers of racing and cars.

5. Post-Qualifier Progression

After completing the qualifiers:

Wristband System – There are seven wristbands total. Each level unlocks faster cars and new regions. Hypercars, for example, are reserved for higher tiers.

Race Customization – You can now tweak past events with the Race Customizer. Change weather, time of day, or car restrictions to optimize REP farming or just replay for fun.

Pro Tips for FH6 Horizon Qualifiers:

Focus on clean runs in narrow streets to avoid losing REP.

Experiment with drifting in Dirt zones—perfect drifts give huge bonus points.

Use replays and practice laps in Tokyo and mountain passes to learn shortcuts.

Don’t stress about finishing first every time; REP and completing skill challenges matter more early on.

By completing the Horizon Qualifiers, you’re not just unlocking the festival—you’re learning Japan’s tracks, mastering your car control, and gearing up for the bigger, high-speed Horizon events. Treat this stage as your foundation for a legendary Horizon journey.