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Phil Spencer says fans can look forward to Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, the next Forza, and the return of a "classic" Xbox franchise

June 08, 2025 | 07:37am

Xbox Boss Teases 2026 Plans, Including Possible Halo Release

Fable, Forza, Gears, and Halo are some of the most iconic and recognizable Xbox brands, and all four franchises coming out in 2026 to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary could be a big moment.

As for what Microsoft has on tap for 2025, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is on the way from Activision, as is The Outer Worlds 2 from Obsidian. While fans have to wait until 2026 for Gears of War: E-Day, the Gears of War 1 Reloaded remaster is releasing this August.

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