🔌 Disconnect Peripherals and Controllers
Non-standard USB devices are a frequent trigger for FHE01 crashes. Follow these steps:

• Steam Controllers: Turn off or unplug them completely. They aren’t officially supported and can cause instant crashes.
• Sim Racing Wheels and Pedals: Unplug all wheel/pedal setups before starting the game. Reconnect them only after entering free-roam mode.
• No-Controller Launch: For a clean start, disconnect all gamepads, launch the game with keyboard/mouse, then plug in your controller once you’re past the main menu.

🛠️ Verify and Repair Game Files
FHE01 often points to missing or corrupted installation data. Fix it with these steps:

• Steam:
  Right-click Forza Horizon 6 in your Library → Properties → Installed Files → Click Verify integrity of game files.
• Xbox App / Microsoft Store:
  Find the game → click the three dots (…) → Manage → Files → Verify and Repair.

This ensures any broken files are replaced automatically.
💻 Disable Conflicting Software and Services
Background programs can interfere with the game’s engine or input handling:

• Uninstall Citrix Workspace: Known to crash FH6 instantly on startup. Remove it via Windows Control Panel.
• Disable GameInput Service: Press Win + R, type services.msc, find GameInput Service, right-click → Stop, then set Startup Type to Disabled.
• Antivirus Exclusions: Real-time scanning can lock game files. Add the full Forza Horizon 6 folder to Windows Defender or third-party AV exclusions.

⚙️ Adjust Audio and Display Settings
Some settings can cause instability during launch:

• Audio: Switch to Stereo or Mono instead of surround formats via Windows Sound Control Panel.
• GPU Utilization: If crashes happen after the intro cutscene, limit your FPS in the Nvidia Control Panel or AMD Adrenalin software to keep GPU usage under ~75%.

✅ Pro Tips for Smooth Gameplay

• Always launch the game after a fresh restart to avoid hidden background conflicts.
• Keep Windows and GPU drivers updated—FHE01 sometimes triggers on outdated system packages.
• Avoid connecting extra peripherals during startup, even standard controllers with complex overlays or macros.

By following these steps, most players eliminate the FHE01 error quickly. Disconnect peripherals, verify files, disable interfering software, and tweak your audio/graphics settings. Soon, you’ll be back tearing through the streets and mountains of Japan without a hitch.