Although it hasn't been confirmed by Microsoft yet, it seems that "Forza Horizon 4" is indeed coming this year, following the leaked ratings of the game by the Brazilian Ratings Board.
First reported by the very keen eyes of GamingBolt staff, "Forza Horizon 4" is apparently slated for release on the PS4 and Xbox One platforms in Brazil. However, the listing did not include the specific release date of the game this year.
The news isn't that surprising, given that the Forza franchise tend to release annually since 2011, alternating between the Horizon and mainline installments. The most recent version of the franchise, the "Forza Horizon 3," was released back in 2016 and is one of the most successful titles Microsoft ever released.
On other news, it looks like Playground Games is also working on another secret game as well. Rumors are swirling that "Fable 4" is also on the horizon because of a now-deleted tweet of Lionshead programmer Don Williamson, who said: "Mmm ok, having no inside information, I totally know who's building Fable 4 now. Interesting choice..."
The tweet is a reassurance that the game is indeed being made, although it's not entirely certain that Playground Games is behind it. Still, fans are betting that the Forza Horizon developer is the one behind "Fable 4" because of certain clues and trails loyal fans of the game have been picking on.
First, WFCCTech contacted Williamson and was able to glean from him that the game is being made in a UK-based studio, although he already scratched the possibility of Studio Gobo's Electric Square stating that the project is something they couldn't handle at the moment.
That leaves Playground Games, since it's the other development studio based in the UK Microsoft has a close relationship with. Also, a job ad for a game designer posted by PG leaves much to be desired: "You'll join the team and the project at an early stage, giving you the rare opportunity to shape the future of an exciting, large-scale open world action / RPG AAA title from the outset."
There aren't that much AAA Microsoft gaming titles out there, therefore the possibility of the game being "Fable 4" is really high.
Still, with the wave of recent gaming rumors involving Microsoft, it's best if fans wait for the official announcement by the tech giant itself. Some are speculating that the announcement for "Forza Horizon 4" and "Fable 4" may come in this year's E3.
