Fable will still see a cross-platform launch despite Sony and Microsoft both revisiting the idea of console-exclusive releases. Xbox heads Asha Sharma and Matt Booty have been busy making a wide swath of changes to Microsoft’s gaming division since taking over a few months back. Meanwhile, it appears that console exclusivity is once again back on the table following a recent staff memo, which indicates that “Along the way, we will reevaluate our approach to exclusivity, windowing, and AI, and share more as we learn and decide.”
The memo, which was sent to Xbox’s teams last month, is a reminder that Sony is not alone when it comes to informing staff of new changes on the horizon regarding the return of platform-exclusive releases. It was only last week when a Sony Exec let their staff know that single-player games will remain on its consoles moving forward, dashing any hopes that the upcoming Marvel’s Wolverine from Insomniac Games (Spider-Man 1, 2, Miles Morales) would make its way to PC. However, for now, Xbox is staying committed to bringing Playground Games’ Fable to PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Fable will be available at launch on Xbox Series X/S, Game Pass, Steam and PlayStation 5 👍
— Fable (@fable) May 20, 2026
The big unknown still remains that a release date has not yet been revealed for Fable; beyond that, it will arrive in Autumn 2026. It is also unclear if the game will be one of the last single-player titles to launch on multiple platforms or if Xbox intends to continue offering its games on PlayStation despite Sony’s recent change of heart. Regardless, fans of the franchise need only wait until the end of the summer to see the next release.
“Become the Hero you want to be in an immersive open-world action-RPG where each choice shapes your journey, reputation is everything, and fairytale endings are never guaranteed.”
-Playground Games