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Forza Horizon 6 Tokyo City Biome Showcase Released
Playground Games and Xbox Game Studios have released a showcase trailer for the Tokyo City biome in Forza Horizon 6, highlighting landmarks like Tokyo Tower and Shibuya Crossing. The game is set to launch for Xbox Series X|S and PC on May 19, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for later in the year.
Forza Horizon 6 Drops Short New Look at Tokyo City
Playground Games has released a new trailer showcasing Tokyo City in Forza Horizon 6, highlighting detailed recreations of Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Tower, and Daikoku Parking Area. The game is set to launch on May 19th for Xbox Series X and PC, with PlayStation 5 players receiving it later in the year, potentially with additional content.
Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly already sold 500k on Steam a month before launch, while my beloved Motorsport has crashed…
Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly sold over 500,000 copies on Steam a month before its May 19 launch, indicating strong pre-release demand. Meanwhile, the mainline Forza Motorsport series, particularly the 2023 entry, is struggling, with reports of significant staff layoffs at developer Turn 10 Studios suggesting its future is uncertain. The article suggests the Horizon series' success, partly due to its multiplatform availability including on PlayStation 5, may now represent the future of the franchise.
GTA 6 is largely British-made, but UK politicans likely won't brag about it like France did for Clair Obscur Expedition 33, minister says: "If we were the US, we'd be puffing out our chests"
UK Minister Ian Murray stated that the government should champion the success of British game developers like Rockstar Games, similar to how France promotes its titles. He acknowledged that while the UK has a significant global cultural impact through games, it traditionally hasn't publicized these achievements as vocally as other nations, such as the United States. Murray indicated efforts are underway to improve this support for the video game industry.
Fable’s Development Was Helped by Blizzard’s Cinematics Team
Microsoft Gaming's chief content officer Matt Booty revealed that Blizzard's cinematics team assisted Playground Games with Fable's development. This collaboration is part of a broader initiative to foster synergy between Xbox Game Studios, with other examples including Compulsion Games using Activision's MoCap studio and Rare helping Double Fine with multiplayer features. Fable is slated for a Fall release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Blizzard is "helping out" with Fable cinematics, Xbox's Matt Booty casually reveals, which sounds…
Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty revealed that Blizzard Entertainment is assisting Playground Games with the cinematics for the upcoming Fable reboot. This collaboration leverages Blizzard's renowned expertise in creating high-quality in-game cinematics, aiming to enhance the visual presentation of the highly anticipated RPG.
Call of Duty, GTA & Halo Rumors: What Gamers Are Buzzin... | TAG
Several gaming rumors and updates are circulating, including potential delays for Fable and Starfield's possible port to the Nintendo Switch 2. Magic: The Gathering is seeing rule changes that could impact card prices, while Overwatch faces criticism for performance issues on the Switch 2 and an overpowered ultimate ability. Additionally, a joke gaming mouse from Pulsar became a real product, a Cyberpunk 2077 mod resurrected a cut vehicle, and Grand Theft Auto Online's success presents a challenge for Grand Theft Auto 6.
Cinematic Specialist Blizzard Helping Out on Fable's Cutscenes
Blizzard Entertainment is collaborating with Playground Games to assist with the cinematics for the upcoming title Fable. Xbox's chief content officer Matt Booty highlighted this partnership, noting that Blizzard's renowned cinematic expertise is being applied to Fable's cutscenes, which have already been showcased in trailers. Fable is expected to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC in Autumn 2026, though speculation suggests a potential delay to 2027.
Fable's cinematics are getting a helping hand from Blizzard's stellar cinematic team, Xbox boss says
Xbox is leveraging Blizzard Entertainment's expertise in creating high-quality cinematics to assist with the upcoming Fable game. Blizzard's cinematic team, known for their work on titles like Overwatch and Mists of Pandaria, will be contributing to Fable's visual presentation.
Blizzard is assisting with Fable's cinematics, while the Sea of Thieves team is lending its expertise to quirky pottery brawler Kiln
Xbox's studios are collaborating on various projects, with Blizzard assisting Playground Games with Fable's cinematics and Rare lending multiplayer expertise to Double Fine's Kiln. This cross-studio support aims to leverage unique strengths without compromising individual studio cultures, as explained by Xbox's chief content officer Matt Booty.
One Key Part Of Fable Is Getting Outside Help
Blizzard Entertainment's cinematic team is assisting Playground Games with the cinematics for the upcoming Fable reboot. Microsoft's chief content officer Matt Booty highlighted this collaboration as an example of internal studio synergy. The Fable reboot is slated for release this fall, with recent speculation suggesting a potential delay to 2027 to avoid launching alongside Grand Theft Auto 6.
Xbox CCO details unified approach for next-gen Project Helix console
Microsoft's Xbox division is adopting a unified approach for its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, with close collaboration between hardware and development teams. CCO Matt Booty highlighted early involvement from publishing and development in planning and specs, and cross-studio support, such as Blizzard assisting Playground Games with Fable. Xbox VP Jason Ronald mentioned the console will leverage new technology developed with AMD and aims for alpha versions by 2027.
As Fable Is Rumored To Be Delayed, Let's Read Too Much Into This Social Media Change
The Fable reboot's social media accounts have stopped mentioning a 2026 release date, fueling speculation of a delay following a report that the game was internally pushed back. While unconfirmed, this change occurred after a report suggested the game might slip to 2027 to avoid launching near Grand Theft Auto 6. Developers are reportedly concerned about releasing games close to Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 launch.
Forza Horizon 6 – The Art of Driving’s Episode 2 Goes to Kyushu With Mural Artist Kazuhisa Uragami
Playground Games released the second episode of its 'The Art of Driving' series, showcasing Kyushu, Japan, and featuring mural artist Kazuhisa Uragami. Host Larry Chen drives a Honda Civic Type R and discusses the car's performance and driving feel. The series highlights artists collaborating on in-game murals for Forza Horizon 6, which is set to launch on May 19th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with Premium Edition owners gaining early access on May 15th.
Life After Fable Delay: What This Means for April's Gam... | TAG
The Fable reboot may be delayed until 2027 due to concerns about launching near Grand Theft Auto 6. Meanwhile, other games like Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, Pragmata, and Overwatch are generating excitement with new trailers and releases. Updates are also coming for Hello Kitty Island Adventure and Animal Crossing, while a new experimental mode is being tested for Marathon.
Xbox storstädar – ger Xbox hopp om en framtid
Xbox's new head, Asha Sharma, has acknowledged that the recent price increase for Xbox Game Pass was a misstep and that the service is too expensive for players. Sharma plans to rework Game Pass into a more flexible system. This shift in strategy, along with the development of a new console codenamed 'Project Helix' that will integrate PC gaming, offers hope for the future of the Xbox brand.
UK government commits £28.5 million to supporting local game developers
The UK government has committed £28.5 million to support its domestic video game industry through the UK Games Fund. This funding aims to boost economic growth by providing grants for new companies, game prototyping, and scaling up studios. An additional £1.5 million will support the London Games Festival over three years.
Forza Horizon 6 Achievements Revealed, Includes Parking the 2025 GR GT Prototype at a Car Meet
Playground Games has revealed the achievements for Forza Horizon 6, featuring 57 unlockables totaling 1,000 Gamerscore. The game will launch on May 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version to follow later this year. The achievements include tasks ranging from campaign progression to exploration and attending car meets.
Despite rumors of a GTA 6-inspired delay, Fable studio says it's 'excited to welcome you back to Albion in…
Despite rumors of a delay due to Grand Theft Auto 6's upcoming release, Playground Games and Microsoft are maintaining that the Fable reboot is still on track for an autumn 2026 launch. Industry insider Jeff Grubb suggested the game might be pushed internally, potentially into 2027, to avoid direct competition with Rockstar's highly anticipated title.
Fable still coming out this autumn, despite reports that developer Playground Games is "worried" about Grand Theft Auto 6
Playground Games has confirmed that Fable will still be released in Autumn 2026, refuting rumors of a delay due to Grand Theft Auto 6. The developer stated they are excited to welcome players to Albion this autumn. Fable is set to launch on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
