Xbox Developer Direct January 22: First Fable Gameplay, Forza Horizon 6 Japan Reveal & Beast of Reincarnation

I know it’s hard to believe, but we may actually get to play Fable later this year on Xbox. However, if the Xbox Developer Direct is any indication of this monumental feat, we might just be playing Fable after all. Xbox has confirmed several games that will be featured during their next Xbox Developer Direct, which is coming up in a few weeks.

Joe Skrebels shared with fans on Xbox Wire that three titles are coming to the Direct, saying, “2026 is going to be an incredible year for Xbox players - you might even call it a… fabled year.” On January 22, players will get a first look at new gameplay and insights from developers working on Horizon 6, Beast of Reincarnation, and yes, FABLE. Skrebels also noted that this is Xbox’s 25th anniversary year, and it looks to be shaping up as quite a year for fans. You’ll be able to tune in on January 22 at 10 a.m. Pacific / 1 p.m. Eastern / 6 p.m. UK. Three titles have been revealed for the Direct, but will there be a fourth? We’ll have to wait and see if there’s one last surprise before they wrap things up.

Fable – Playground Games will welcome players back to the fairytale land of Albion, with the first in-depth look at Fable – one of 2026’s most anticipated titles. Devs from the Playground team will unveil the magic that awaits players in a new beginning for the franchise, including a first look at some stunning new gameplay.

Forza Horizon 6 – The Forza team from Playground Games will share a deep-dive on the much-anticipated Forza Horizon 6 as the open world racer takes players to the beautiful and contrasting landscapes of Japan.

Beast of Reincarnation – This is Game Freak’s next title, an intense one-person, one-dog action RPG. For the first time, Game Freak will reveal details of our protagonist Emma’s innovative plant manipulation actions and gameplay with her canine companion, Koo.

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