Microsoft cans Fable Legends, Lionhead to close

Microsoft has announced it will stop development on Fable Legends with the closure of Lionhead Studios.

Denmark based Max: The Curse of the Brotherhood studio, Press Play will also be closing its doors.

Microsoft said in a statement that the decision to close the studios and cease development on the games was difficult.

Microsoft also said the decision didn’t reflect on the development teams and that it [Microsoft] was “incredibly fortunate to have the talent, creativity and commitment of the people at these studios.”

“These changes are taking effect as Microsoft Studios continues to focus its investment and development on the games and franchises that fans find most exciting and want to play.”