Fable 3

[coco]

Nice review, Uchiha. I agree with you that

[spoiler] the ‘options’ menu sanctuary interface was a really great addition, though after a little while I really got sick of Jasper yapping away when I go there. Even if it is John Cleese yapping away, it gets tiring.

I’m not done with my first runthrough yet (just crowned king, so on day one), but money doesn’t seem to be a problem at all. The jobs are still kind of dumb, but I basically bought most of the real estate there is, and have accumulated around 10 million in rent already. I hope that’s enough to deal with all the promises. (btw, is there a way to repair all the houses in one command? It is very tedious to do it one by one.)

I think the battles are a little too easy (maybe because I’ve been playing dragon age and prefer the battle system over there. But if I’m complaining about the difficulty, and I’m a really bad battle person, then it must be pretty damn easy) and the big bosses aren’t too epic. I do like some of the slo mo fight scenes do. Very cool.

And I agree, the clothes and makeup are pretty dull (at least for female heroes) - I wish there were way more cool looking choices to pick from. And I still wish we could customize what our heroes actually look like.

The story is all right, but I was a bit underwhelmed (maybe being the king would change that) overall - I guess I was expecting a bigger ‘upgrade’/intrigue over Fable 2, and I don’t feel like it was there. But it’s fun for the most part, and worth a play.

I’ve been playing good for the most part, but I didn’t let Elliot die at the beginning, and it was pretty awesome he pops back into the game on one of the quests. (Naturally, I snatched him back). [/spoiler]

[Darth_Revan_Rules]

Thought I would write a little review. I don’t plan to spoil anything but just in case -

[spoiler]First off, this is a great game and a welcome addition to my game collection. The combat is even better then before, writing is continually excellent and the new 3D interface is an interesting change.

Combat has become more interesting with the change to Gauntlets and the ability to combine spells. According to the developers they hired fight choreographers to help add some “flavor” to the game and it really shows. There are some very cool moves and I stated cheering on my hero like I was at a wrestling match. Only downside is that it will go into slow motion during a flourish and if you enjoy using them it can get old fast. This could also be due to the change in the weapon system and how they can change through how you fight with them (one of the things that will change weapons is fighting with flourishes). You now have the choice of using a “Hero” weapon (one melee and one ranged) or your choice of 50 Legendary weapons. I really like the change and it makes the relationship with your weapon deeper.

The 3D menu is a big advancement over the pages of menus in Fable 2 and with a few changes could be the ideal interface for this type of game. The fast travel is much more efficient and the managing of properties is easier then before.

The clothing and hair/makeup was disappointing. Half of the clothing is the same as in F2 and the selection for hair/makeup is almost non-existent. In fact, I played the majority of the game bald (female character) because the other choices all looked worse. The dye system has been simplified and works well. As always you have no choice on how your character looks but at least the female character looks feminine this time. One of my biggest disappointments with the Fable series is the lack of customization for the character, weapons and clothing.

The story is great as always but I feel like it has taken over the series. Not that it’s a bad thing (I actually like it. I think people usually play “Good” anyways, at least their first run through) but the whole idea that your choice effects your character and the world around you has taken a serious back seat. In a post Mass Effect 2 world, the bar has been raised so high I am not sure even the Fable team can reach it. For me that isn’t why I love Fable so if they stick with the current formula I will be happy. It’s also understandable with the story line being that you have to start a revolution against the current “evil” King implies that you will be playing “good”.

The economy, just like in F2, is totally broken. Even with the plot at the end you never need to worry about money. This is one of the factors that really make Fable in general a “easy” game to play. The story and feel of the game is such that it isn’t always apparent how easy this game is. I never got a sense of danger because there was no point I felt overwhelmed. I never got knocked out and even then you just get a scare (really, that’s it?).

If you liked Fable 2 then Fable 3 won’t disappoint. This game is great, it still has some bugs and in some ways show the signs of being rushed to get out. In the end, I still highly recommend it. Just do it! :D[/spoiler]

you know in my game it kept comparing my stats with yours…and it was driving me nuts because I couldn’t remember where I added you on my friends list from, now I know! lol

finished my game tonight…it didn’t end well…I’m going to start a new character tomorrow or this weekend, be good again, but be more patient and accumulate more gold this time

[spoiler] though to be fair when I got on the ship I assumed it was going to just start a second half of the game kind of like fable 2 with the spire, I didn’t know I was starting the end game essentially [/spoiler]

[residue]

Oh, so this is where the game discussions are at. I learn someting new every day

I second that. It’s how I did it.

I went a different route…

[spoiler]I just bankrupted the country, was good all the way through, kept all the promises, and defeated the Darkness. Of course, everyone died and now it’s a pretty empty Albion I rule over.

It’s perhaps not the recommended route, it’s certainly not the “best” ending, but it’s “a” ending, and I reckon that that’s a part of what Fable’s about.[/spoiler]

[Amberite]

Given the holidays are coming up and Sean will be able to switch from Fairy to Fable 3 soon (hehe), the timing of this one is great. The DLC adds Dobies, German Shepards and Poodles to the canine companion options

http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/16/fable-3-dlc-starts-raining-hats-and-dogs/

[Amberite]

Good news for PC gamers out there: Fable 3 coming to the PC

http://www.joystiq.com/2011/01/06/fable-3-pc-playable-at-microsofts-ces-booth-release-date-still/

[Amberite]

From Joystiq today:

If you’re still enjoying the Xbox version of Fable 3, there’s some more DLC headed your way. The “Traitor’s Keep” pack adds three new levels, all with fairly awesome names: Ravenscar Keep, Clockwork Island and the Godwin Estate.

Apparently you’ll run into a “mysterious prisoner” – and you’ll also run into 250 additional Gamerscore. The Traitor’s Keep add-on is due March 1 on Xbox Live for $7 (560 points).

http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/24/fable-3-traitors-keep-arrives-on-xbox-march-1/