The New Fable Game's Antagonist Faces a Dilemma

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The next Fable game has a lot of challenges ahead of it, and the identity of its villain is definitely a prominent one. When it was announced back in 2020 that Playground Games would be making the fourth mainline installment of the popular Fable franchise, fans were pleased that the end of Lionhead Studios wasn't going to mean the end of the series. This next entry will act as a reboot and spiritual successor to the previous titles, so it's not yet clear to what extent the new Fable will be drawing from the old games, and whether returning characters – and more importantly, villains – will make an appearance.

While Playground Games has made it clear that it's sticking to the formula for the most part laid down by past Fable games, like the elements of classic fantasy with a twist and the irreverent humor that ran like a connecting thread through previous entries, this is also a fresh start for the franchise. Villains can be incredibly important in games and can be instrumental in the success of a story, so whoever the next one (or ones) will be is a big deal. The new foe for the next Fable also faces a major dilemma, with players wondering if they could be a familiar face from another title, or if they could be someone entirely new.

What the New Fable Should Take From Fable 2

Reusing classic antagonists from previous games can be an effective way of tying the entries together, as well as giving the players an extra incentive to root against the villain. A popular example of a previous Fable villain would undoubtedly be Jack of Blades, an ancient and enigmatic enemy who was the main antagonist of the first game. His terrifying mask and impressive abilities made Jack a formidable foe, and he's been a fan favorite ever since