Fable II (Xbox 360, 2008)

I was a little bit giddy when unwrapping my copy of Fable 2 for the Xbox 360. This is the follow up to the insanely ambitious fantasy action adventure role-playing game Fable for the Xbox. This game is set five hundred years after the world of Fable and the fantasy European world of Albion has evolved in complexity and detail in every measure of the word.

If you ignore the previous game and look at Fable 2 on it's own you will see an wholly successful action adventure game that can stand on it's own merits. This builds on and expands on the conventions of Fable crafted by Lionhead games. That is a phrase that really applied to Fable 2; handcrafted. You can tell that this game was a labor of love by Sir Peter Molyneux. You know it is going to be good when it is a game designed by a knight of both England and France. The first game is not a prerequisite but if you liked the first game than you are going to eat this game up. It is going to be yummy.

The world of Fable 2 comes off incredibly European but better than a trip to the renaissance faire while it manages to be medieval but not a not wholly Tolkien rip-off.

The game is structured around the concept of choices and consequences. You are quietly presented with choices of morality that are not quite so clear and how you choose affects the total outcome of your standing in the world. Unlike Grand Theft Auto that is willing to dispense forgiveness by a simple trip to the Pay-N-Spray the moral choices you make in Fable 2 have lasting serious consequences. Choices of right and wrong are balanced with the quest for power and fame. Sure this game is rated M for Mature but since it presents moral consequences for your actions I would have no problem having the kids that I know enjoy this game.

This game is not just about going on quests and little bad guys but a simulation of social human interactions is a central concept of the game. This is as much The Sims as it is Lord of the Rings. Unlike the first Fable game you can choose either a male or female hero and over the course of the game you can engage in straight or queer romantic relationships. You can get married, buy property, have children along side your quest to save the world.



The graphics are evidence that they had a small army of well trained graphical artists and animators at Lionhead who spent years to develop a rich breathing world that is just as alive as the fake New York of Grand Theft Auto IV.

The gameplay controls are designed around the concept of context sensitivity. That means that the functions of the buttons will change given the situation that you are in and once you pick up the game interacting with the rich world should be second nature. It really is intuitive way to cram a bunch of controls possibilities on to a standard video game controller. The combat nearly approaches a single button game play control placing timing and context over shear button-mashing or complex combos. This game advanced the implementation of magical spells and introduced firearms and crossbows instead of the bow archery of the first game.





I sort of thought that there was too much hype made around the Fable 2 Pub Games XBLA game but then again I never liked gambling and would rather earn treasure by going on quests and killing goblins than rolling the bones.

The work that was invested in the audio of this game really comes across. The musical score and sound effects help to build a fantasy world without g

So many of my friends kept saying, "Fable II is terrible! It's no different than the first one." Uh, yeah it is. It's just as different from the first one as Oblivion is from Morrowind. Are you going to complain about Elder Scrolls? Better not. There's a new story, new sidequests, new weapons, new features, just the same style of game. If it were a completely different game, why call it Fable II? Why not make a completely new game?

Another complaint I heard a lot was the length of the game. I've put about 20 hours into it and haven't gotten the DLC yet. That is plenty. Left 4 Dead was a short game. This is only a short game if you rush through it and do nothing but the main quest. Slow down and enjoy it. Plus there's 3 achievements that encourage you to play the game 3 times.

Now, the story is awesome. Bad guy kills sister, you want revenge, but you're about 8. What are you going to do? Well, train and when you're older, kill him of course. Now, obviously there's details thrown in there that make it a good story. Plus, if you played the first one, you'll notice the little references to it. The ability to learn skills is another sweet addition. The skills are cool and are fun to play around with.

I do have a complaint. Two actually. The first is the co-op. The camera is terrible and makes it unplayable. The second is the lack of boss battles. Fable had plenty of boss battles. Twinblade, that thing with the tenticles, Jack of Blades, Jack of Blades in his dragon form. Fable II had no good boss battles. The ending is very anticlimatic, but I can get over that and keep playing it.

Overall, it's a great RPG for any Xbox 360 libary. If you like RPG's, I'd check it out.

Storyline- This games story might have been slightly traditional, but it was spectacular none the less it has incredibly unique aspects to it and it adds some pretty nifty new experiences to an old story. 20/20
Graphics – Spectacular, this game is displayed in a wondrously vivid graphics. 10/10

Game play- I have to say that the controls are perfect, incredibly involving.15/15

Enjoy ability- This game is so fun you will crap yourself, it’s just so good its mind boggling, I can’t even stand to think about going to RPGs where you can’t do this much, this game is so fun I needed to change my pants 3 times the first day alone! 20/20

Art direction- This game is beautiful the landscape is awesome, the cities are incredible, and everything in between is simply brain cell exploding. The sky is expansive and beautiful giving the world an even more vivid 3d feel. 10 /10

Sound &VA- Fantastic, the script was written almost perfectly, and with
humorous aspects it was incredibly entertaining. There weren’t any errors that I could find in the whole game, which is actually saying a lot because even some of best games have some. 10/10

Length- Not to long not to short, you gotta love it when that happens. The story itself is rather short, but there are a great deal of side quests and different jobs you can do allowing you to increase play time from about 8 hours to more like 15-20. 15/15

Total- 100/100

Bottom line- This game is a must have for ANYONE get this game ASAP. The price is well worth it, whether its 30 or 50 bucks get this game!

AMAZING! This Game Is Nothing Short Of An Awesome Game. Beautiful Graphics, Kool Spells And Features, Tons Of Different Items, Tons Of Social Functions (Get Married, Make Babies, Have Sex Proteced Or Not, Find Whores, Etc.), Fun Missions, And Just A lot Of Other Fun Stuff. Great Game I Definately Recomend To Anyone!

Fable 2 is a unique RPG. There are many aspects that are a lot like the sims. Although carried out much differently i.e. getting married and having kids. Fable 2 is a lot of what you make it, You can be a hero who saves every one or an evil doer just looking out for himself. There are many choices and paths to take in Fable 2. Either way it's a great game. I'd def. recommend it for the fans of the first one or for those who like Rpg's.

I got Fable II the day it came out. I didn't reserve it because I was considering on which game to get at the time. Fable II or Far cry II. Of course, I chose Fable II and got it the day it came out just like that.

I loved playing the first fable game and this one is freaking amazing like the first one. I don't have any dislikes about this game as it has a good storyline, graphics and sound.

I haven't finished this game yet because I haven't had that much time to play it, but if you want to try this game out, I would recommend you give it a RENT and then purchase it if you like it.

Liked the first fabel, second just blows the first one out of the water. Contects the two story lines pretty good. If you liked the first you will love the second.

A very good & complex game; has a good story & very inmersible action. It's better thsn the first game!

I wasn't quite sure what to think about this game going into it but I was glad that I gave it a chance. The main negative I was hearing is that the game is easy and it’s actually very true. There isn’t a great deal of challenge to this game and there’s a good chance that most people will be able to complete a full playthrough while counting the times they died on 1 hand.

That said, the story, gameplay and incredible massive world more than makes up for the ease. There is so much to do outside of the quests and storyline that logging in for just 15 minutes can actually be productive. One of the nicest features for the casual player is the feature that earns gold periodically while playing AND when logged off. Local single-screen co-op (using the main character and a created generic henchman) can be challenging at times but is a nice option to have.

There’s just too much to go into now that I’m thinking about it but give the game a shot if you’re a fan of games like Fallout 3, Oblivion, Mass Effect, etc. Very entertaining and at these prices currently is definitely worth every penny.

I love this game it is the best i've ever played. If you love having choices in a game this is for you, if you love rpgs this game is for you, if you enjoy epic quests or staying at home with your family this game is for you, whatever you enjoy this game has it!!! if you own a system with this game BUY THIS GAME!!!!!

Excellent game. Able to play for hours on end. Great adventure and action game. Great gameplay. The world is huge and fun to just roam.

I previously owned Fable 1 the lost chapters and loved it,so I recently went ahead and purchased the sequel game. I must say the graphics are superb,game play is a lot of fun,very addictive, so please be forewarned-you'll most likely be playing for hours on end lol ,controls take a little getting used to so make sure to read the game manual first,but this is normal with any new game.The Fable world is about 10 times larger than the first and a bit easier to get around between cities. You character has a "million" other spells and fightng abilities than he had in the first game. In fact, he is no longer a he if you like you can play as a girl now. Conceptually, I'd rate it way up there with one of the best rpg games ever made.Creative in many ways and funny too.You can even get married and buy a house and settle down instead of adventuring as a hero. There is an expansion pack you can download from Xbox live called knothole island and of course, the usual gamer pics and themes to with it. There is a lot of content here for the money-especially since the price for it has dropped a little since it was released the later part of 2008. Expect to pay $40 new I got mine for $26 on ebay like new. Alot of game and a lot of fun for not a lot of money. Check it out! Fable 2 is here to stay.

Great game, with amazing graphics and story line. The quests are well written and with a good sense of humor. Though there is no gore or nudity this is not what I would recommend for small kids. The game may run a little slow on older machines due to the amount of memory it takes but if you ask me its really worth it.

dont play well in older xbox 360............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

It's very playable and I would say it's for everyone 13+. It has some slight adult content and language, the violence is mild but other then that it's a bit cartoonish and shows the difference between right and wrong while still maintaining an entertaining video game.

I bought this game several months ago. It has been a blast to play ever since. It is an RPG (role playing game) action game. It is a great game to play several times to fully experience it. I would recomend this game to anyone that has an X-box 360.

It arrived in excellent condition. It was better then the local Game Stop store we used to visit. But no more outrageous prices. It was worth the money spent. Thanks!!!

I'm a "Law Enforcement Officer"... so naturally I like games where I can be the bad guy for a change... This is that game! More in depth than the original... more to do, many more interactions with people, and many more devious deeds to inflict. Or... of course, you can choose the path of the light and help everyone you meet... For me, that's my day job... THIS IS MY NIGHTLIFE!

Get this game... It's full of awesome gameplay. I've been playing for hours upon hours and I'm still no where near done.

Melanie was a wonderful sellor. She allowed me to mail her a money order direct when I realized anticipated money had not arrived in my PayPal acct yet. The XBox 360 game I purchased was shipped promptly and it was the best ever "used: game I had purchased in terms of condition. It looked and played as if it was brand new. What ever this seller tells you about an item she has for sale can be counted on from my experience buying from her.

I've never been one to get completely absorbed by an RPG. Typically I prefer action games. Anyway, I've only just started this game and it seems really interesting so far. I'll give it a thumbs up.

Bought this for my son (11) and he loves it. You can adjust the play to your needs/specs even though it's rated M

Before I bought this game I had seen excellent reviews online and in magazines but a friend told me he did not like this game. After playing it though I have found myself engulfed in another world of fantasy unable to pull my self away from. This is an epic story, starting from childhood and soon reaching to adult hood that will take you through the story as though you lived it yourself. The graphics are an improvement from the original and the music is beautiful that seems to draw you in even more.

Great Game!

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