RPGs (role-playing games) today involve completing quests and building a fictional character in a fictional setting. It’s a blanket statement, but RPGs haven’t changed much in recent years. Taking place in the fictional country of Albion,Fable4is anupcoming action RPG.
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Fable 4needs to innovate for it to stand out in a saturated RPG market. The previousFablegames are renowned for their relatable stories and unique settings. However, it’s easy to compareFableto RPGs likeThe Elder ScrollsandThe Witcher.Rather than follow a trend,Fable 4needs to be a breakthrough title. Here are five reasons to be excited forFable 4(and five reasons to not).
10It’s Coming To Xbox Game Pass (Reason To Be Excited)
Xbox Game Pass continues to prove its relevance as theleading game subscription service.Other services might have more games, but the numerous triple-A games found on Game Pass make it stand out. This is a service that gives you games for Xbox and PC, giving you the freedom to switch back and forth.
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Fable 4will be a game-changer for Xbox Game Pass, encouraging many players to make the switch toXbox Series X.Fable 4will be available on Xbox Game Pass at the game’s launch.
9We Haven’t Seen Gameplay Yet (Reason To Not)
TheFable 4official announcement trailer rekindled old memories with one of Xbox’s leading RPGs. However, this might not be time to celebrate as gameplay has yet to be revealed.
The development ofFable 4was rumored back in 2018. It could be sometime in 2021 or later before this game releases. Xbox One’sFable Legendswas canceled, so expectations need to be set accordingly.
8Fable Is One Of Xbox’s Biggest Franchises (Reason To Be Excited)
Because Playground Games,one of Microsoft’s subsidiaries, is creatingFable 4fans can take comfort in knowing the IP is in good hands. Unless the game turns out to be an utter disaster, Microsoft will releaseFable 4.
Fable Legendswas more of a spin-off, but it seems doubtful that they will cancel a main series game.
7The Series Hasn’t Distinguished Itself (Reason To Not)
What makesFable’sstory stand out compared to other RPGs is its relatable story. Players maintain a meaningful connection to the characters throughout the game. However, if you prefer realism over cartoony graphics, you might prefer to play other RPGs likeThe Elder ScrollsorThe Witcher.
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It’s been a while since the lastFablerelease. The series needs to fundamentally shift its gameplay to stay relevant and compete with current RPGs. Looking back, the series has failed to distinguish itself, but this could change with the nextFable.
6It’s An Acclaimed RPG Series (Reason To Be Excited)
This blockbuster franchise could redefine the RPG genre. Gamers have the highest expectations when it comes to their favorite franchises.Fableis one of Xbox’s most acclaimed series, which is whyFable 4could live up to the hype.
The first twoFablegames were masterpieces.Fable 4needs to be fundamentally different, yet it should have the same enjoyability as the originals.
5The Reveal Trailer May Have Copied The Elder Scrolls (Reason To Not)
There is an uncanny resemblance betweenThe Elder Scrolls VIE3 trailer and theFable 4Xbox Games Showcase trailer. This could suggest similarities between the two upcoming games.
Fablemight be looking to borrow a page fromThe Elder Scrolls,yetit’s hard to ignore the elephant in the room.The Elder Scrollsis a more prominent franchise with a moreestablished player base.
4Written By The Writers From Batman: Arkham Knight (Reason To Be Excited)
According togamesradar.com,“Arkham Knight’s lead scriptwriter Martin Lancaster is nowFable’snarrative director, and former Rocksteady scriptwriters Kim Macaskill and Craig Owens also joined Playground Games to work onFable.”
The Batmobile sequences were excessive, leading many players to criticizeBatman: Arkham Knight.However, the writing ofBatman: Arkham Knightwas gripping from start to finish. The inclusion of multiple villains likeScarecrow, Deathstroke, and the elusive Arkham Knightwas all too memorable.
3Fable 3 Was Lackluster (Reason To Not)
Fable 3was one of the now-defunct Lionhead Studios' last games. It could have been a smashing success, yet the game fell flat on its heels without a developed combat system or a cohesive story.
InFable 3,players had trouble establishing a connection with characters. It certainly hadhigh development costs,but the result was a lackluster sequel.
2It’s Got Frogs And Faries (Reason To Be Excited)
Fableis decent if taking a look at the series as a whole. It’s an RPG series that has delivered multiple times. If you’re looking for a reason to be excited, then look no further.
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Fairies and frogs will appear inFable.It’s a small tidbit of information we received from the reveal trailer, but at least the devs game us something. It could be a while untilFablecomes out, but therecurring fantasy theme hasn’t changed.
1Forza Horizon Team Members Are Working On Fable 4 (Reason To Not)
Keep in mind that this one could go either way. While Playground Games is the right development team to give the game polished graphics and an immersive world, they have less experience with RPGs.
Seriously, Playground Games did a phenomenal job with theForza Horizonracing series, but does this mean they can add wow factor to the newFable?
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