Ride Fest brings the thrill and freedom of a travelling motorcycle festival.
Ride 6, set to release on PS5 on February 12, 2026, introduces a brand-new career mode designed to immerse players in the world of motorcycle racing. This new approach aims to capture the core passion of biking.
The Ride series aims to provide virtual riders with the same excitement real bikers experience. For Ride 6, the developers sought to deepen this immersion, creating an experience called Ride Fest. This concept focuses on the essence of being a biker, expanding beyond the franchise’s extensive collection of bikes and tracks.
Ride Fest functions as a motorcycle festival, emphasizing the joy of riding, freedom, and camaraderie. It moves away from traditional championship structures, adopting an open, chapter-based progression. Players can select events like single races, endurance challenges, championships, and time attacks. These are organized into themed areas, categorized by elements such as bike type, manufacturer, circuit, weather, or legendary champions.
Ride 6 introduces real-world riders for the first time in the franchise. Ten legendary figures in motorcycling will challenge players across various disciplines. For example, Niccolò Canepa, Peter Hickman, and Ian Hutchinson test endurance and precision, while Tyler O’Hara demonstrates expertise with Baggers. Guy Martin excels in road races, and Thomas Chareyre and Skyler Howes represent Motard and Off-Road racing. Defeating these legends unlocks exclusive rewards, such as their signature bikes and gear, but players must first establish their reputation within the festival.
A central aspect of Ride Fest involves proving one’s skill against these historical riders. Players earn Fame Points to expand the career map and unlock new events, including boss battles where they can directly challenge each legend in diverse scenarios.
A new dual-physics system is implemented to accommodate different skill levels. Players can switch between Pro and Arcade experiences depending on the event, customizing the gameplay for realism or enjoyment while maintaining the series’ simulation foundation. This system will assist in mastering new bike categories like Maxi Enduro and Bagger, which, alongside new off-road tracks, introduce fresh elements to the riding experience.
The Ride Fest Paddock serves as a central hub for in-game activities. Here, players can interact with other riders, upgrade bikes with mechanics, visit the shop, and customize their appearance using bike, helmet, and racing suit editors. A dedicated DJ enhances the festival atmosphere, introducing each chapter with cutscenes.
Ride 6 is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 on February 12, 2026, with Early Access beginning February 9, 2026.
