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Fable Delayed To February 2027
Xbox 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 2027
Xbox 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.
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.
Insider Gaming Showcase 2026: Every Major Announcement, World Premiere & New Game Revealed | Invision
The Insider Gaming Showcase 2026 revealed 55 new titles across various genres including RPGs, roguelikes, shooters, horror, and strategy games. The showcase featured world premieres, debut trailers, and early gameplay for titles like Hawthorn, ZeroSpace, and Toypunk, highlighting a diverse range of indie and ambitious projects.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 1 to 5
Xbox announces new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between June 1 and June 5. Titles include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, The 7th Guest Remake, Gothic 1 Remake, and many more indie and AA releases across various genres.
Review: Starbites Feels Like a Budget Switch RPG
Starbites is a budget RPG for the Nintendo Switch that suffers from basic gameplay, a predictable story, and significant performance issues. Despite some interesting elements, the game's poor visuals, frame rate drops, and game crashes make it difficult to recommend, especially on the Switch. The game is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with a Switch 2 version in development.
Hidden Gems of Game Design Vol 48
This article highlights lesser-known games, including 'Evolution of Ages: Settlements,' a city builder with RPG elements, and 'Celeste Classic,' the free PICO-8 precursor to the acclaimed platformer 'Celeste.' It also discusses 'Disney's Beauty and the Beast: Belle's Quest' for the Sega Genesis, comparing its design to modern narrative-driven games.
Sword x Staff Fantomon Tier List – Best Fantomons
This Sword x Staff Fantomon Tier List ranks the best companions based on their strengths and weaknesses. Fantomons provide support with unique abilities and passive skills that enhance offense and defense. The guide details S, A, B, and C tier Fantomons and their respective passives.
Crimson Desert's 1.09.00 patch adds another highly-requested player feature (as well as loads of new pets)
Pearl Abyss has released the 1.09.00 patch for Crimson Desert, adding a highly requested controller remapping feature and approximately 30 new pet species. The update also includes various improvements and fixes to gameplay, UI, graphics, and localization, continuing the developer's rapid post-launch support for the RPG.
Zero Parades being an easier RPG than Disco Elysium makes perfect sense – and makes it more fun
Zero Parades offers a more accessible and enjoyable RPG experience compared to Disco Elysium by implementing more frequent autosaves and less punishing consequence systems. While Disco Elysium's philosophical depth and infrequent saves led to frustration for some players, Zero Parades' flexible character progression and do-overs make it a more forgiving and fun experience, tailored to its protagonist.
STARDUST: Wish of Witch - Brand New Launch Trailer!
Kniv Studio has released STARDUST: Wish of Witch, a new SRPG featuring cinematic pixel-art animation and story-driven combat. The game is now available on PC via Steam and includes a card system that expands on traditional SRPG mechanics. A brand new launch trailer showcases the game's visual style and narrative journey.
Calame Announced With Steam Demo Available Now
Nextale has announced Calame, a single-player isometric tactical RPG set to release on PC in 2026 and consoles in 2027. A playable demo is currently available on Steam, offering players a glimpse into the game's reality-shifting tactical combat and choice-driven narrative.
Viractal heading to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Sting announced that the strategic board game Viractal will be released on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on September 30, 2026. The game features dice-based movement, card collection, deck building, and procedural world exploration. A physical release is planned for Japan, while Western releases will be digital-only.
Survival horror RPG THERMOCLINE announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC
Publisher SEMICOLON and developer Decent Treatment have announced the upcoming release of their survival horror RPG, THERMOCLINE. The game is slated for release on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
Crystal Project II announced for PC
River Running Games has announced Crystal Project II, a Metroidvania adventure RPG, for PC via Steam. Further details about the game's content and release date are expected.
Story-driven Japanese-inspired RPG Full Circle announced for consoles, PC
Publisher Deck13 Spotlight and developer 2nd Player Games have announced Full Circle, a story-driven, Japanese-inspired RPG featuring pixel art graphics. The game is slated for release on consoles and PC.
The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time review: Escaping nostalgia
This review discusses a deduction game with RPG themes that explores nostalgia, game development, and meta storytelling. The game is presented as a remake of what is considered by some to be the greatest RPG of all time.
Don't expect a Witcher 4 expansion: CDPR says "it would be difficult" to make extra content when it's already trying to squeeze 3 Witcher games into 6 years
CD Projekt Red has stated that it is unlikely to develop major expansions for the upcoming Witcher 4 and its sequels, due to ambitious plans to release three games within six years. Studio co-CEO Michał Nowakowski indicated that creating add-ons would be difficult given the tight development schedule, contrasting with the extensive expansions released for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
MOBILE GAMERS GET UNGODLY
Azra Games announced that its free-to-play dark fantasy RPG, UnGodly, will launch on July 30, 2026, for iOS, Android, and PC. Pre-orders are now open on various mobile storefronts. The game aims to deliver a console-quality experience with real-time combat and a branching story, designed for mobile players.
Indie RPG Mirage Miracle Quest gets Kickstarter campaign
Mirage Miracle Quest, an indie RPG developed by Toe Bean Club, has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund its development. The game features a charming art style, turn-based combat with deckbuilding mechanics, and a magical girl theme. A demo is currently available on Steam.
