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Fable

Fable is an upcoming action role-playing video game developed by Playground Games and published by Xbox Game Studios.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Fable is an upcoming action role-playing video game developed by Playground Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. It is a reboot of the Fable franchise set in the fantasy world of Albion. The game is scheduled to launch in autumn 2026 for Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5.

Development

Fable is being developed by Playground Games, the studio known for the Forza Horizon series. Xbox Game Studios is publishing the game, and the project has been described by its developers as a new beginning for the franchise.

Gameplay

The game is described as an open-world action RPG. Available reporting indicates it emphasizes exploration and role-playing in a seamless fantasy world, with the setting based in Albion.

Setting and premise

Fable takes place in the fictional world of Albion, a setting used throughout the series. The new game is positioned as a reboot that does not continue the original trilogy's story directly.

Release

The game received an autumn 2026 release window during an Xbox presentation in January 2026. Reports also indicate a release on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PlayStation 5.

Key facts

  • Fable is the fourth mainline Fable game but presented as a reboot rather than a continuation of the original trilogy.
  • Playground Games is developing the title under Xbox Game Studios.
  • The game is an open-world action RPG set in Albion.
  • Microsoft announced an autumn 2026 launch window.
  • Fable will be widely available in Canada on Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5.
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Canadian context

Canadian readers may know Playground Games through Xbox's global console and PC releases; Fable's Xbox, PC, and PS5 launch means it will be widely available in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Is Fable 4 the official title?
No. The game is officially titled Fable, although it is often called Fable 4 in coverage.
Is Fable a sequel?
No. It is described as a reboot or new beginning for the series rather than a direct sequel to the original trilogy.
Who is making Fable?
Playground Games is developing the game, with Xbox Game Studios as publisher.
What kind of game is Fable?
It is an open-world action role-playing game.
When will Fable be released?
It is scheduled for autumn 2026.
What platforms will Fable be on?
It is planned for Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5.

References

  1. GamesRadar — https://www.gamesradar.com/games/rpg/fable-4-is-officially-just-fable-and-after-a-16-year-wait-it-finally-launches-this-fall-across-xbox-pc-and-ps5/
    Supports: Official title as Fable; autumn 2026 launch window; platforms Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PS5
  2. GameSpot — https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fable-4-everything-we-know/1100-6485774/
    Supports: Reboot description; Playground Games; open-world action RPG; Albion setting
  3. IGN — https://www.ign.com/articles/fable-4-release-date-trailers-platforms-news
    Supports: Playground Games development and open-world action RPG description
  4. TechRadar — https://www.techradar.com/news/fable-4-on-xbox-series-x-trailer-release-date-game-pass-and-what-we-know
    Supports: Fable as reboot; Playground Games; Xbox publishing context