“We’re not done yet”: Forza Horizon 6 dev says it’s still releasing Xbox’s Fable “later this year,” so don’t worry about a delay for the RPG

Playground Games has confirmed that Fable remains on track for a 2026 release, dispelling any concerns about delays following the recent launch of Forza Horizon 6. The developer reiterated that the RPG will arrive “later this year” as originally planned, even as the studio juggles multiple major projects.

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Studios has an ambitious slate of first-party titles scheduled for 2026, including Halo Studios’ Halo: Campaign Evolved remake and The Coalition’s Gears of War: E-Day, which will receive its own presentation during the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase. The lineup underscores the publisher’s commitment to delivering diverse gaming experiences across multiple genres.

Playground Games’ ability to manage the successful launch of the critically acclaimed Forza Horizon 6 while maintaining development momentum on Fable demonstrates the studio’s capacity to handle multiple high-profile projects simultaneously, reassuring players awaiting the anticipated RPG revival.

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