Fable
News, coverage and analysis tracking Fable across the outlets.- Fable Delayed To February 2027Xbox has announced that the upcoming RPG Fable has been delayed to February 2027. The decision was made to give the game more space from other major releases planned for this year. Fable is still set to appear at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
- The Fable Reboot Has Been Delayed To February 2027Xbox has announced that the Fable reboot, developed by Playground Games, has been delayed to February 2027. This marks the second delay for the highly anticipated RPG, with Xbox citing a desire to give the game its own dedicated launch window. The franchise, known for its British humor and morality mechanics, was originally teased in 2020.
- Xbox delays Fable to February 2027 to avoid GTA 6 (and everything else)Xbox has delayed the release of Fable to February 2027, citing the need to avoid launching alongside major titles like Grand Theft Auto VI. The delay aims to give the role-playing game its own dedicated moment. Fable will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, as well as Game Pass.
- Anticipated Xbox Game’s PS5 Release Date DelayedPlayground Games' upcoming role-playing game Fable has been delayed to February 2027, according to an announcement from Xbox. The game, which is also planned for PlayStation 5, was previously expected in Fall 2026. This marks another delay for the long-awaited title, which was originally announced in 2020.
- Fablar! Nya Fable har försenats till nästa årThe Fable reboot, originally planned for a fall release, has been delayed by Xbox to February 2027. This decision was made due to the crowded release schedule for Xbox players this year, which includes titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Grand Theft Auto VI. More gameplay footage is expected during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
- Xbox Showcase Will Not Feature Xbox Helix, Nor Focus On Xbox’s StrategyXbox executive Matt Booty stated that the upcoming Xbox showcase will focus on games rather than broad company strategy or future hardware like the next-gen Xbox Helix. He confirmed that Fable has been delayed to 2027 and that the company will be transparent about platform availability for its games.
- Fable delayed until 2027 as Xbox loses game of chicken with GTA 6Microsoft has announced that the Fable reboot has been delayed to February 2027 to avoid launching near Grand Theft Auto 6. This decision impacts Xbox's 25th anniversary plans, with Fable now set to be Xbox's biggest Christmas release by default. Other upcoming Xbox titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day are also mentioned, with potential releases before Fable.
- Fable Delayed Until 2027, Confirms XboxXbox has announced that the upcoming game Fable has been delayed to February 2027. This decision was made to allow the game to have a dedicated launch moment and avoid scheduling conflicts with other major releases. Despite the delay, Playground Games plans to share significant Fable reveals during the Xbox showcase event on June 7.
- Xbox Will Show PS5 Logos at Showcase, But May Adjust Moving Forward as Execs Publicly Contradict Each OtherXbox CEO Asha Sharma contradicted earlier statements from Matt Booty regarding the display of PlayStation 5 logos during Xbox showcases. While Booty indicated a commitment to clearly showing all platforms a game is releasing on, Sharma described the current approach as a 'miss' and stated adjustments would be made for future shows, following fan feedback on social media.
- Despite Uncertainty Over Exclusivity, Xbox Will Still Show PS5 Logos at ShowcaseMicrosoft will continue to display PlayStation 5 logos for games releasing on both platforms during its upcoming Xbox Showcase, according to Chief Content Officer Matt Booty. This confirms that titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Fable will feature PS5 branding. The presence or absence of PS5 logos for games like Gears of War: E-Day will be a key indicator of Microsoft's future exclusivity strategy.
- Fable gets pushed back into 2027, but we're at least getting a "major new look" at it at the Xbox Games ShowcasePlayground Games' Fable has been delayed to February 2027, with Xbox confirming a major new look at the game will be shown at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7. This latest delay moves the action-adventure title from its previously announced Fall 2024 release window. Xbox cited the need to strategically plan holiday season game launches as the reason for the shift.
- Fable reboot delayed to 2027 amid reported GTA 6 'worries'The Fable reboot has been delayed to February 2027, with Xbox Game Studios and Playground Games stating the delay is to give the game the "dedicated moment it deserves." The article speculates that the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 in November 2026 may have influenced this decision, citing previous reports of developer "worries" about its impact.
- XBOX pulls a Molyneux, delays Fable to 2027The upcoming game Fable, developed under the Xbox brand, has been delayed and is now slated for release in 2027. This delay was announced with minimal additional information.
- Fable 4 is delayed into 2027 and we all know whyMicrosoft has announced that the upcoming game Fable has been delayed to February 2027. This decision was made to allow the game a dedicated launch window and avoid a crowded release schedule, including Grand Theft Auto 6. The company plans to provide a new look at Fable and its other titles at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
- Xbox 2026 Line-Up Takes Shape as Fable Delayed to 2027 | Invision Game CommunityXbox has announced that Fable has been delayed to February 2027 to ensure a dedicated launch window and allow for further polish. This strategic shift is part of a broader plan to space out major releases, including titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, Gears of War: E-Day, and Grand Theft Auto VI, for maximum impact. Further details on Fable and the wider 2026 lineup will be revealed at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
- Xbox delays Fable to 2027 but insists "the game is in great shape"Xbox has announced that the upcoming role-playing game Fable has been delayed to February 2027, moving from its previously planned fall 2026 release window. Xbox content chief Matt Booty stated the delay is to give the game its own dedicated moment and ensure it is in great shape. A new look at Fable is expected at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.
- Fable PS5 Delayed, Moved Away from GTA 6 for the 'Dedicated Moment It Deserves'The release of the RPG Fable, developed by Playground Games and published by Microsoft, has been delayed from 2026 to February 2027. Microsoft stated the delay is to give the game 'the dedicated moment it deserves.' More details are expected at the Xbox Showcase on June 7th.
- Xbox Delays Fable to 2027Microsoft has announced that the upcoming Fable reboot has been delayed and is now scheduled for a February 2027 release. Further details regarding the game's development timeline were not provided.
- Fable reboot delayed again to 2027Xbox Game Studios and Playground Games have announced another delay for the Fable reboot, pushing its release from Fall 2026 to February 2027. Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty stated the delay is to give the game its own moment to shine. The Fable reboot will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, and will also be included with Xbox Game Pass.
- Gears of War E-Day, Fable, and Project Helix: What to Expect From Xbox's Games Showcase 2026Xbox is preparing for its Games Showcase on June 7, where it is expected to reveal new details about Gears of War E-Day, Fable, and Project Helix. The event will cover all upcoming game reveals and surprises from the company.