Fable is coming to PS5 at launch

A huge new rumor suggests that a major upcoming Xbox exclusive will be coming to the PlayStation 5 at launch Fable reportedly planned to debut on a Sony console. Xbox looks set to have a big year for first-party releases, with some major franchises already confirmed for 2026. The gaming brand is expected to pull out all the stops in 2026, with beloved series such as Halo, Gears of Warand Forza they all get new games throughout the year. However, one of Microsoft's most notable plans for 2026 comes with a revival Fable franchise.

Fable was once a mainstay of the Xbox lineup, with the RPG developed by Lionhead Studios being the mainstay of the first two consoles. Microsoft and Lionhead debuted first Fable to rave reviews in 2004, with many fans praising the game's combat system and the depth of its main story and side quests. Lionhead released two more major sequels Fairy tale 2 and Fairy tale 3 alongside several spinoffs, though the franchise has completely declined since the 2017 card game Fable Fortune. Now, Fable is making its long-awaited return with a new game and a surprise arrival on another platform.

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While it will likely be radically different, Fable should consider taking inspiration from Red Dead and GTA for one major feature.

Fable can be launched simultaneously on PS5

During a recent episode of the VGC Podcast, VGC Editor-in-Chief and gaming insider Andy Robinson shared some surprising news about a new Fable. According to Robinson, Fable is currently slated for a “day and date” PS5 release alongside the Xbox version, with Sony fans also getting to experience the return of the franchise. He shares that developer Playground Games was looking to release the game on PS5, which the podcast also mentioned Forza Horizon 6 won't run simultaneously on PS5. Microsoft and Playground Games have yet to confirm a firm release date Fableafter the current launch window of 2026.

FableA planned release later this year is still a mystery to fans. Microsoft and Playground have shown very little Fable's gameplay through their official channels, with trailers providing only snippets of the world and gameplay that players can expect. Fans won't have to wait much longer to find out all about the latest addition to the beloved franchise. Fable during Microsoft's upcoming Xbox Showcase in January. The game's story was also briefly teased through official trailers, p Fable confirmed to be a reboot of the franchise.

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Fable joins several Xbox exclusives coming to PS5

Fable coming to PS5 will be the latest entry in a growing trend of Microsoft exclusives jumping to Sony consoles. Microsoft made waves in 2025 when the developer brought two of its biggest previously exclusive franchises to the PS5 for the first time. Gears of War: Reloaded and Forza Horizon 5. Microsoft has confirmed that the PS5 wave will continue into 2026, with more exclusives appearing on Sony platforms for the first time, including arguably the biggest Xbox developer exclusive of the year Halo. Microsoft also recently confirmed an Xbox exclusive RPG Open will be released on PS5 in February.

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With more exclusives coming to the PS5, it looks like the Xbox is going to have a busy year ahead with plenty of major news on the way. 2026 looks set to be packed to the brim with big multi-platform releases, welcoming games like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Resident Evil: Requiem throughout the year. While many Xbox exclusives are making the transition to PS5, one former Sony exclusive is also coming to Xbox and Switch 2 in January. Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade finally set to run on Microsoft console. Xbox is set to make 2026 one of its biggest years yet, preparing to launch a slew of high-profile games.