Fable Returns: New Release Date and PS5 Launch Confirmed

Just a few days after pushing Fable out of 2026, Microsoft showed off more footage of Fable, the first new entry in the storied RPG franchise since 2010's Fable III, at its Xbox Games Showcase on Sunday. It also announced a specific release date: February 23rd, 2027.

The trailer from the showcase follows a dedicated gameplay overview shown earlier this year. Based on what Microsoft has shown so far, the new Fable looks like it could deliver on what people love about the original trilogy, including the fantasy RPG setting and a lot of British humor. When it launches, it will be available simultaneously on Xbox, PC, and PS5. Dear Fable fans, it seems the wait is almost over for a new adventure in Albion. The developers have been teasing us with glimpses of the charming world and its quirky inhabitants, and this latest showcase offered a more substantial look at what’s to come. The blend of role-playing elements with that signature Fable wit appears to be intact, promising a return to form for the beloved series. The surprise addition of a PS5 launch alongside Xbox and PC is a significant move, broadening the reach for this fantasy epic and potentially drawing in a whole new generation of players. It’s exciting to see how Playground Games is breathing new life into this classic franchise, and the confirmed 2027 date, while a slight delay, gives us a clear target to look forward to. Get ready to dive back into a world filled with magic, mischief, and moral choices!