Reports suggest Fable's 2026 delay stems from deeper issues than initially stated. Multiple insiders paint a picture of a game in serious trouble, far from a simple need for extra polish.
Insider Extas1s points to the ForzaTech engine as a major hurdle. Designed for racing games, it allegedly proves ill-suited for the open-world RPG mechanics of Fable. Furthermore, Extas1s claims early gameplay was unengaging, necessitating extensive reworking of core mechanics and pacing.
HeisenbergFX4 echoes these concerns, suggesting Fable's development is so far behind schedule that a 2026 release is uncertain. With Microsoft targeting a PlayStation release, the game must meet Sony's high standards. Following the reception of Starfield and the mixed response to Avowed, HeisenbergFX4 believes another flawed title would be a significant blow to Microsoft.