Fable 4rumors and ‘leaks’ have lingered for the greater part of the last decade, ever sinceFable 3launched back in 2010(and ignoring the spin-offs). The franchise is beloved by fans the world over, as it was one of Microsoft’s biggest IPs. In many ways, it’s even a console seller, which is why many believes these rumors and leaks will come to fruition in the next generation.
In fact, it makes more sense than anything else. E3 after E3, there were rumors about its appearance that never came true, yet even if they did, it may not have been enough to save the Xbox One generation. The simple fact is the PS4 outpaced the Xbox One, but it may not be so clear-cut with thePS5 and XSX generation. Microsoft has made a ton of moves and has been incredibly forthcoming with the Xbox Series X, even purchasing a ton of studios to create more exclusive games, a department in which it lacked before.
New IP, new exclusives, and simply more in the game department will be a literal game-changer, but sometimes, the best way to do that is to look back, not forward.Fable 4seems like a shoe-in for the Xbox Series X for this reason, and one tactic could really help cement it.
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Fable 1 -3
Fablehas always been a story about heroes, but heroes in a world that is ever-changing. The first game was a simple hero’s tale, complete with fantasy without industry, and one that was innocent in so many ways.Fable 2saw this move forward with industry, introducing more Steampunk elements into the game with firearms and the like.Fable 3took this further and put players into the role of a rebel-turned-king-turned-tyrant/benevolent ruler, and this is all ignoring spin-offs likeFable: The Journey.
These tonal changes are noticeable in each game, but they were well woven into the art and identity ofFable. While some disliked the move, it made a lot of sense in terms of worldbuilding. One key consistent element throughout each was the firstHero’s sister Theresa, a strand tying everything together and making the world of Albion seem like a growing, changing world. ButFable 4cannot rely on that; not only has it been a decade since a numbered, mainline entry released, Theresa dies in a later novel. That key element is gone, and while it’s not the end-all forFable, it suggests Fable should do a simple reboot.
Fable 4: A Reboot
The Xbox Series X has thus far seemingly breathed new life into the Microsoft-owned brand, andFablecould do the exact same. A reboot of Fable, taking players back to theearly days of Albionwith a new hero would be taking the old and making it new. This tactic could bring in old players, introduce new ones, and leave behind the baggage of a franchise that has been MIA for the most part. This way, even if a new Seer, Oracle, or guide is introduced instead of Theresa, players aren’t suddenly going to feel like she’s missing.
If rumors are true, thenFable 4is already in development. Expectations are out the window as the gaming industry continues its shift, but withpotentialFable 4imagesout in the wild, the rumor mill constantly churning, and official information being non-existent, a reboot seems like the best bet.
Fable 4is rumored to be in development.
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