Playground Games is set to release their long-awaited Fable reboot in Autumn 2026, confirming a journey to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The studio, famous for its Forza Horizon series, has aimed to diversify since as early as 2017, desiring to challenge themselves creatively. General Manager Ralph Fulton mentioned how the desire to build a second team and explore different genres began shortly after their success with Forza Horizon 3 in 2016. The team views Fable as a passion project, committed to creating a unique interpretation rather than simply continuing the franchise from its previous iterations. Players are anxious to see if this ambitious RPG will meet high expectations after a six-year development period and various delays.

What can we expect from Fable's release in 2026?

Players can expect a fresh take on the beloved franchise, with a focus on open-world design, humor, and a fairytale-like aesthetic. Playground Games plans to leverage its expertise in open-world technology, as the team aims to create an original version of Fable rather than simply evolving Fable 4.

Fable, originally conceived by Lionhead Studios and first released in 2004, has been a staple of the action RPG genre, renowned for its whimsical storytelling and choices affecting gameplay. After the closure of Lionhead in 2016, fans have been eagerly anticipating a resurgence of the series, making Playground Games' development an exciting chapter for longtime followers of the franchise.