Baldur’s Gate 3 Fans Should Keep an Eye Out for an Upcoming Release

Baldur’s Gate 3 fans who have spent countless hours exploring the most perilous corners of the Sword Coast may feel ready to take a break from their adventures. These fans understand that distance makes the heart grow fonder, and they’re eager to explore other titles that might offer the same promise and enjoyment as Larian Studios’ magnum opus did. But in a genre with such competitive and high-quality titles, Baldur’s Gate 3 fans may have a hard time focusing on just one franchise or title. And with new releases just around every corner, it may be hard to keep track.

Thankfully, one title that aligns perfectly with what made Baldur’s Gate 3 fans “tick” is on the horizon—Fable. Xbox’s upcoming revival of the beloved fantasy RPG series has released new pre-alpha footage within the last year, and even in its earliest form, the tone, art style, and world-building are unmistakably what make high fantasy incredible. And while the game was officially pushed to 2026, Baldur’s Gate 3 fans stuck on Patch 8 may find this franchise is more than worth the wait.

After Fable’s Delay, Gamers Looking to Scratch That Same Itch May Want to Try Split Fiction

Fable has unfortunately been pushed back to next year, but thankfully Split Fiction could be a good appetizer while fans wait.

A Fresh Start for Fable May Also Work in the Favor of Baldur’s Gate 3 Fans

The upcoming Fable is being developed by Playground Games, best known for the Forza Horizon series. While this raised eyebrows at first, early Fable reboot previews suggest the team understands what made Fable special and intends to preserve that charm while modernizing gameplay systems.

For fans of Fable, this fresh start should be a welcome one. The Fable trailer that’s been released shows off a gorgeously rendered world that feels distinct but still reminiscent of Albion. The inclusion of actor Richard Ayoade as a delightfully snide voice actor hints that Fable’s satirical edge remains at the heart of gameplay. And for BG3 fans who loved the careful blend of serious and silly, this tone may feel like a perfect continuation of that spirit.

The Fable Series Is Known for Its Whimsy and Depth

First released in 2004, the original Fable introduced players to the world of Albion: a magical, irreverent, and often unpredictable land filled with tough moral decisions, charming characters, and a surprisingly reactive world. While Baldur’s Gate 3 leans heavily into Dungeons & Dragons mechanics and systems, both franchises share a love for choice-driven storytelling, character customization, and meaningful consequences.

Much like BG3, Fable lets players shape their character’s morality and appearance over time. Kindness and cruelty leave their mark on both how NPCs react and how the player character evolves. While BG3 players often plan their Tav or Dark Urge around alignment and party relationships, Fable offers a morality system that influences everything from a character’s physical appearance to how townsfolk react. Whether players lean into heroism or infamy, their decisions shape their journey in real, tangible ways. This design philosophy mirrors the strategic depth that BG3 fans are used to, even if the execution is lighter in tone. And while Fable’s systems are more stylized than BG3’s deeply tactical approach, the emotional stakes and narrative freedom make for a spiritual kinship that BG3 fans are likely to appreciate.

Fable’s Humor and Heart Make It Stand Out

One of Fable’s defining traits has always been its unique tone. With a blend of British wit, exaggerated fantasy tropes, and moments of genuine heartache, the games rarely take themselves too seriously, but still know when to deliver an emotional gut punch. This makes Fable a strong companion to the emotional complexity of Baldur’s Gate 3, which balances high drama with dark humor and campfire banter.

Players who enjoyed watching Astarion be mean to Gale, or who appreciated Wyll’s earnestness in contrast to the morally gray world around him, will likely feel at home in a game where chickens can be kicked, villagers respond to a player’s reputation, and heroes have to deal with the fallout of their every decision.

One Baldur’s Gate 3 Spell is Not For Everyone

Though it may have classic D&D charm, one of Baldur’s Gate 3’s weakest healing spells is outshone by other methods.

Now Is the Perfect Time for Baldur’s Gate 3 Fans to Catch Up on Fable

The new Fable won’t launch until 2026, but the original trilogy remains accessible across many platforms. While every Fable game has different receptions within its fandom, the series has some standouts that are must-plays for any fantasy fan. Fable 2 in particular is often praised as the pinnacle of the series, serving players the best RPG, narrative, and combat mechanics that Fable has to offer. Like BG3, the games offer branching storylines, relationship mechanics, and moral ambiguity, albeit through a much more playful and reeled-in lens. Revisiting or discovering these older titles can be a rewarding way to spend time while waiting for both Fable and any future Baldur’s Gate installments.

A Hopeful Future for Fantasy RPG Fans

Fantasy RPG fans are enjoying something of a golden age. Between the massive success of Baldur’s Gate 3, the spectacular return of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and the renaissance of indie RPGs, the genre has more momentum than it’s had in decades. With the onslaught of RPGs this year, Fable being delayed to 2026 may have been a blessing in disguise. That way, the game can stand out on its own, and Baldur’s Gate 3 fans don’t miss out on any awesome releases until then.

The return of Fable adds another promising feather to that cap. While it’s still early days for the reboot, everything so far points to a revival that understands the legacy it inherits. And for fans of Larian Studios’ lovingly crafted epic, Fable’s focus on player choice, richly imagined fantasy, and character-driven stories makes it an ideal game to watch, and to revisit.