Forza Horizon 6's best Initial D reference is a cup of water
Forza Horizon 6 features numerous references to the popular Initial D series, particularly through its Japanese setting. One standout detail is a cup of water in the dash of the Toyota AE86, which reflects a key moment from the anime. This attention to detail resonates with fans and highlights the game's connection to Japanese street racing culture.
- ▪Forza Horizon 6 includes various Easter eggs related to Initial D, including real-world racing locations.
- ▪The game features a food delivery mission where players must drift while delivering tofu, a nod to the anime's protagonist.
- ▪Players can unlock a special edition of the Toyota AE86, which includes an animated cup of water in the car's dashboard.
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Follow Followed Like Thread Link copied to clipboard Add us on By Oli Welsh Published May 20, 2026, 5:53 PM EDT Culture There are Initial D references, and then there's this Initial D reference { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": "1", "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.polygon.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position":"2", "name": "Culture", "item": "https://www.polygon.com/culture/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position":"3", "name": "Forza Horizon 6's best Easter egg is a cup of water", "item": "https://www.polygon.com/forza-horizon-6-best-easter-egg/" } ] } Related Forza fans have spotted Initial D's Mt.
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