First pre-alpha gameplay footage of Fable

A surprise early look at gameplay from the next Fable installment dropped during the Official Xbox Podcast. The footage offers glimpses into diverse game environments, the combat mechanics, a variety of enemies, and even a brief cutscene. The legendary chicken kick also makes a return.

Previously, the head of Xbox Game Studios announced a delay for Fable, pushing its release from 2025 to 2026. The reasoning cited was the need for further polishing and refinement.

Announced on July 23, 2020, the reboot of this iconic series has remained largely shrouded in secrecy. Three years post-announcement, it became evident that Fable was still in its early development stages.

The involvement of Eidos Montreal to assist primary developer Playground Games, coupled with the prolonged absence of polished gameplay footage, suggests the game has faced significant challenges.