Completely unexpectedly, early gameplay footage of the next Fable installment surfaced during the Official Xbox Podcast. The video offers glimpses into diverse game world locations, the combat system, a variety of enemies, and even a brief cutscene. The iconic chicken kick also makes a triumphant return.
Earlier, the head of Xbox Game Studios confirmed a delay for Fable, pushing its release from 2025 to 2026. The reason given was the need for further polishing and refinement.
Announced on July 23, 2020, the reboot of this iconic series has remained largely shrouded in mystery. Three years post-announcement, it's become apparent that Fable is still in its early development stages.
The involvement of Eidos Montreal alongside main developer Playground Games, coupled with the long absence of polished gameplay footage, suggests the game faces significant challenges.