Phil Spencer Says New Fable, Forza, and Gears of War Are Coming in 2026
June 9, 2025, 02:32 PM
Near the end of the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer took the stage to deliver a major update: several high-profile Xbox titles are slated for release in 2026.
Among them, Spencer specifically mentioned the next Forza (likely Forza Horizon 6), a new Fable, and Gears of War: E-Day. He also teased “a return of a classic,” which fans speculate could hint at something related to Halo—possibly a remake of the original game.
Looking ahead, next year marks 25 years of Xbox. It's a big milestone for the platform and franchises that you helped build and make popular. We couldn't have done this without everyone who's been with us on this journey. As we think about bringing a new generation of players to these iconic franchises, I'm excited to share that players will get to celebrate 25 years of Xbox with a new Fable, the next Forza, Gears of War: E-Day, and the return of a classic that's been with us since the beginning.
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