TheFablefranchise is a beloved IP with a spate of well-received releases under its belt, yet the series has been relatively quiet in recent years. With the last mainline franchise release coming out 13 years ago, it is clear to see why long-term fans are desperate for a fresh experience set within the fantastical land of Albion.
With this in mind, the level of interest regarding the upcomingFablereboot is unsurprising, marking an ambitious foray into the next generation of gaming hardware. This upcoming title will inherently receive a lot of hype, but the recent success of comparable fantasy titles such asHogwarts Legacymay foster the perfect environment forFableto succeed if it acts fast.
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The Success of Hogwarts Legacy
Hogwarts Legacywas a massively anticipated, detailed take on one of the most recognizable locations in modern fiction. With the most expansive video game experience that the acclaimed franchise has seen yet, fans flocked to play and become familiar with its bustling game world.
Despitecontroversies surroundingHogwarts Legacyand original series creator J.K Rowling, the game is one of the bestsellers thus far in 2023. The recognizability of the IP and the scope of its gameplay systems clearly resonated with swathes of fans across the industry.Hogwarts Legacysales quickly surpassing the likes ofElden Ring, boasting huge player counts around the time of its launch.
While discourse surroundingHogwarts Legacyhas waned in recent weeks, the title is set to release for last-generation consoles and the Nintendo Switch, likely further boosting the overall success of the game in the coming months. The general gameplay framework ofHogwarts Legacyand its fantastical setting hold a lot in common with the likes ofFable, and it is clear to see that the latter should capitalize on this wider success of fantasy games.
The Future of Fable and Hogwarts Legacy’s Influence
The next installment in theFablefranchisewas announced at an Xbox Games Showcase in July 2020, aiming to be a comprehensive reboot of the franchise. Simply namedFable, the release will have a lot of pressure to welcome new fans while appeasing veterans, with the game likely maintaining a lot of the action-RPG elements that the franchise has historically employed.
Since its official announcement, not much else has been revealed apart from developmental updates, such as seniorHorizon Forbidden Westwriter Andrew Walsh joining theFableteamin October 2022. It seems pertinent thatFablecapitalizes on the relevance and success ofHogwarts Legacyto launch its next spate of advertising and promotional material for an audience primed to visit a new magical world.
Hogwarts Legacypossesses the samefantasy RPG elements as the widerFablefranchise, as well as its generally whimsical and light-hearted nature. With fans beginning to exhaustHogwarts Legacyof its offered content, there will soon be a gap in the genre for fans desiring a fresh experience. With there clearly being such a large demographic for the kind of experience thatHogwarts LegacyandFablewill likely share,Fablehas a golden opportunity to enjoy riding on the residual success ofHogwarts Legacyby carrying its torch forward.
Fableis in development for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
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