Anna Megil Leaves Fable Reboot Project
Anna Megil, the narrative lead on the highly-anticipated Fable reboot, recently announced her departure from the project.
Background of Anna Megil
Megil, known for her work on Guild Wars 2, Dishonored, and Control, shared on Twitter that she is ready for new challenges. She expressed gratitude for the opportunities she had while working on Fable, describing it as a dream come true.
Positive Outlook for Fable’s Future
Despite leaving the project, Megil expressed confidence in Playground Games’ ability to deliver an incredible game. She acknowledged the talented team assembled by Playground and expressed excitement for both their and her own future endeavors.
Lighthouse Games: Playground’s Latest Venture
Gavin Raeburn, co-founder of Playground Games, along with other former Playground staff members, launched Lighthouse Games earlier this year. Lighthouse Games is the second triple-A studio created by former Playground talent. The first, Maverick Games, was formed by key individuals behind the Forza Horizon series.
Fable Reboot Trailer Revealed
In June, after years of silence, a new trailer for the Fable reboot was unveiled during the Xbox Games Showcase. The trailer, claiming to showcase in-engine footage, features Richard Ayoade from The IT Crowd narrating the game’s story.
Confidence in Playground’s Ability
Xbox boss Phil Spencer expressed his confidence in Playground’s abilities, given their impressive track record with the Forza Horizon series. He assured fans that similar dedication and focus would be applied to the development of Fable, a beloved IP among Xbox fans.
