Fable III

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  1. Siblero
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Good game for PC es a fantastic adventure. Sencillo, immersive. Se puede disfrutar en familia.
  2. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    6
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!!
  3. Richard_dias
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    I liked this one! Me and my brother got to know Fable with this entry, and we really had fun with it. Don't really get why it is regarded as a bad game.
  4. Whatthehelldude
    Jun 30, 2023
    8
    Played the game before looking at the reviews. Enjoyed it. Proof that you have to play games on your own without being clouded by others' opinions to really know if you like them or not. An 8 for me.
  5. AlexeySoltan
    Jun 28, 2023
    4
    if we look on this game in vacuum its even good, above average, but in comparison with fable 2 and especially 1 this one is s h i t, it is not fable, no atmosphere, no reference to the perfect 1st part
  6. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    7
    Step back form its predecssor. Its beautiful and the kingdom management is interesting in theory, but in exchange it sacrifices a lot of the small-scale interactions of the world. Overall it just feels like less content, and what content tehre is is dumbed down. But its still a good game overall.
  7. kolarz3
    May 19, 2023
    8
    Very good game in my opinion. It was possible to build a character that depending on choices was good or bad. I like the fact that it was possible to become king
  8. Dco326
    May 11, 2023
    6
    Jezivo, ima previseeeeeeeeeeee dobrih ideja i sve su uradjene ocajno ahhahahahaha neverovatno keve mi :D
  9. DreamOfHero
    Oct 16, 2022
    7
    To say that it is beautiful is little, even if towards the end it is boring.
    The coin farming at the end made me reevaluate the whole chapter down.
    at the level of the plot a gem, at the level of laughter perhaps it is second only to Saints Row, the secondary missions are something sublime.
  10. Torgall
    Jan 26, 2022
    4
    What a let down after marvellous and magical Fable Lost Chapters. This game is simply basic. Add to it incredibly low difficulty and idiotic UI that teleports you to room just to change something or get present for someone.
  11. Theast
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Here's my Fable. Once upon a time there lived a greedy Microsoft Publisher and his lackey Lionhead, and once they released Fable 1 on the PC, and they did not give the second a chance, they fed us with expectations, and then there was silence, and here in the courtyard 2k21 and still silence, I think that it's time to remind the world that there was once a good game, and in order toHere's my Fable. Once upon a time there lived a greedy Microsoft Publisher and his lackey Lionhead, and once they released Fable 1 on the PC, and they did not give the second a chance, they fed us with expectations, and then there was silence, and here in the courtyard 2k21 and still silence, I think that it's time to remind the world that there was once a good game, and in order to remember everything good in it, you need to release it on your pc, only then people will go to buy a new Fable. This is how they say, and my Fable is over, and may my words not become dust in the eyes of Microsoft and the entire fan community of Fables. ~ MY DREAM IS NOT FULFILLABLE ~… Expand
  12. DanielaJMA7
    Jul 19, 2021
    10
    Este juego está bien bueno, es de los mejores que he jugado, y todos los que digan que no, chinguen a su madre
  13. BlackWidow
    Jul 16, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fable 3 has received a very bad rap since its release in 2010. A bad rap it does not deserve. It's a great game. I've played all 3 titles, and thus far, I feel Fable 3 is the best in the series and is my personal favorite. And why? Allow me to elaborate.

    Fable 1 is highly overrated and is my least favorite in the series. First, you can only play a male hero. Second, people fall in love with you way too easily. Third, Jack Of Blades is way overrated as a villain. Forth, the story is shallow and boring. Fifth, you cannot have children, period. You can't even adopt. Perhaps this was done purposely by the DEVS, or maybe an oversight. Either way, its a shame, truly. A spouse, but no family? Bah! Sixth and lastly, comes the worst part of Fable 1, and that is, you actually gain Good points for killing enemies. If you want to focus on trying to be evil, you'll need to constantly kill innocents. Sacrificing people at the Temple of Skorm is the best way to gain evil pts but it was still a really bad implementation by the DEVS. What "were" you thinkin', Lionhead?"

    Fable 2 is better than Fable 1 but not by much. The only "good" thing about the game, is you can play both genders, and have a family. However, unlike Fable 3, you cannot adopt.

    Fable 3 is simply the best. First, you can play both genders. The romancing aspect is simple, but works great. You can also have children biologically, or adopt. The quest system was done very well, and many of the side quests were creatively done. The graphics are also very good and the world itself is quite eye catching. What I really like is the new Real Estate options. Not only can you buy furniture for your houses, you can change the way things look. For example, if you have a bookshelf, you have options to change if that shelf has books, food, toys or even skulls decorating it. Very cool stuff indeed. Dye packs were included, which allows the coloring of hair, clothes and armor. This means you can make up some unique wardrobes. Make up and tattoos are a thing as well to make you more attractive or frightening. Another thing I love is what they did to Bowerstone. It looks incredible. Ok, now about intimacy... It has risks just as in real life. Females can get pregnant if they don't use protection, and there is also risk of contracting STD. Ouch. Yeah. Too real, but very realistic. The story is solid and original. You play as either the Prince or Princess of the former hero of Albion, and are given the task to free the lands of the tyranny of the King, your brother! The game also has what is called, the Road To Rule. This is what many players didn't like, but I like it. And why? It's different and a change of pace. Let me explain. As you progress in the story, and do quests, you collect Guild Seals. These can be used on the Road To Rule to unlock chests which will enhance melee, magic, firearms, interactions with people and much more. BTW, you can become a King or Queen yourself in this game. How cool is that? Lastly, and as with Fable 2, you have a dog who will follow you and help you fight and find treasures. You can even change his breed and name. Oh, and you have a Butler (Jasper) who will help you with many things in the game. In closing, the only reason I am not scoring this game a perfect 10 is due to the alignment system. You are pretty much forced to be a Good Boy/Girl through the main quest, and only towards the end game can you make decisions to continue being Good or become an Evil tyrant like your brother. Other than that however, the game is superb. Very underrated. Thanks Lionhead. 9/10. Cheerio!    … Expand
  14. Antictra
    Mar 28, 2021
    4
    Average MMO-like experience. This game gives initially the promise of something bigger than it really is. In the end of the day it consists of zillions of repetitive actions that do not matter. Story is a mary sue stuff that does not really bring anything interesting artistically speaking; in the end Fable III is just an annoying chore.
  15. gotterpotter56
    Feb 18, 2021
    8
    Многое урезали из того что было в ранних частях, но мне все равно понравилась эта часть. Рекомендую поиграть.
  16. Yoow
    Dec 12, 2020
    8
    Очень недооцененная игра)
    В ней было много нового для серии, достаточно спорного как для "олда" серии, а именно - новый визуальный стиль (уход от "сказочности" в стимпанк(что для меня даже плюс)), спорная система прокачки, и тд. но разве серия должна топтаться на месте? Она должна стагнировать? Конечно нет, но фанаты не смогли её принять, а жаль, ведь в последней главе она сильно    Очень недооцененная игра)
    В ней было много нового для серии, достаточно спорного как для "олда" серии, а именно - новый визуальный стиль (уход от "сказочности" в стимпанк(что для меня даже плюс)), спорная система прокачки, и тд. но разве серия должна топтаться на месте? Она должна стагнировать? Конечно нет, но фанаты не смогли её принять, а жаль, ведь в последней главе она сильно раскрывается, и даёт нам возможность менять мир, города, свой замок. Даёт почувствовать себя КОРОЛЁМ!)    … Expand
  17. Crimert
    May 13, 2020
    7
    I can say that I enjoyed this game. The story and gameplay were good. 15hrs on record.
  18. Mobile
    Sep 30, 2018
    6
    ENG RU
    What could come out of the game, which would be enough for decades to come and it is also praised as well as the famous and beloved first part. But this did not happen, the world is empty and faded, though the number of nps sleep back and forth a lot, but what can be done with them?, in a circle with each dance, give five, burp, fart, that's all, Oh no, you can still run from one    ENG RU
    What could come out of the game, which would be enough for decades to come and it is also praised as well as the famous and beloved first part. But this did not happen, the world is empty and faded, though the number of nps sleep back and forth a lot, but what can be done with them?, in a circle with each dance, give five, burp, fart, that's all, Oh no, you can still run from one end to the other to send parcels - "very fun." The basic plot is typical, but the most hurtful realization of the main part of the narrative and how we collect your followers, all monotonous and boring. There are types of equipment, different clothes that do not give stats, but you can choose what you like more, but you can also wear one shirt or even in shorts and t-shirts, no difference. There is in the game its humor, similar to that in the first parts where it is good and funny, somewhere is annoying and repeats itself, but the whole idea, as the game itself, which could, but did not - ruined.
    P.S. I Do not understand why the level was added to the island, it does not fit into what is happening and tedious to horror.
    Какая могла бы выйти игра, которой бы хватило на десятки лет вперед и ее также восхваляли как и знаменитую и всеми любимую первую часть. Но этого не произошло, мир пустой и блеклый, хоть количество nps сную туда-сюда много, но что с ними можно сделать?, по кругу с каждым потанцевать, дать пять,рыгать, пернуть, вот и все, ах нет, еще можно бегать из одного конца в другой передавать посылки - "очень весело". Основной сюжет типичен, но больше всего обидно реализация основной части повествования и то как мы собираем своих последователей, все однообразно и скучно. Есть виды экипировки, разные одеяния, которые не дают статов, но можно выбрать, что больше понравится, но так же можно напялить одну сорочку или вовсе в трусах и майки, разницы никакой. Есть в игре свой юмор, похожий на тот , что и в первых частях, где то удачно и смешно, где - то раздражает и повторяется, но в целом идея, как и сама игра, которая могла бы, но не стала - загублена.
    P.S. Вообще не понял для чего был добавлен уровень на острове, он совершенно не вписывается в происходящее и нудный до жути.    … Expand
  19. deserthamster
    May 14, 2018
    8
    It is a really underrated game. I had hours of fun with it, i just finished my 4th playthrough.

    The only annoying thing is the dog. They could have easily not included him.
  20. WWN
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    I love this game, it have a beautiful atmosphere, the combat is realistic without strange movements, unless specific moments when you have great experience in combat, the IA is the better for its quantity and its quality that I have seen until now, and it's an unrepeatable videogame. I played this game 360 hours and now I regret myself because I don't buy DLC's when I could and now II love this game, it have a beautiful atmosphere, the combat is realistic without strange movements, unless specific moments when you have great experience in combat, the IA is the better for its quantity and its quality that I have seen until now, and it's an unrepeatable videogame. I played this game 360 hours and now I regret myself because I don't buy DLC's when I could and now I can't, maybe many mean people hate it, but I still love it.… Expand
  21. Blackblade34
    Apr 27, 2017
    1
    1.DLCs everywhere
    2.Too easy
    3.Gift system is not the best but it's the worst
    4.can't play with friends
    5.Waste of your hard earned money
    DO NOT BUY
  22. VitaminK
    Apr 14, 2017
    4
    Would have been a much better game if they didn't just port the damn thing, riddled with game breaking bugs. It could of been so much more. 150 motherf*cking characters.
  23. coolpc12
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Maybe Fable 3 is not so heavy RPG, no standart menus etc
    But its a very ORIGINAL game! Something NEW in game industry!
    Sanctuary are very brilliant idea - what game will have something like this??
    Also, a part, when Hero become a king is my favourite!

    PC Version is better on fps and graphics.
  24. kuehnau
    May 6, 2016
    6
    The Fable franchise has always been one of m y favorite game series that has come out. The first two games were originally more of a sandbox style RPG, where the game allowed you to do most of what you wanted, while still managing to keep a consistent story.

    I'd like to say you can expect more of the same from Fable 3, but that'd be a lie. Fable 3 is a much more streamlined game    The Fable franchise has always been one of m y favorite game series that has come out. The first two games were originally more of a sandbox style RPG, where the game allowed you to do most of what you wanted, while still managing to keep a consistent story.

    I'd like to say you can expect more of the same from Fable 3, but that'd be a lie. Fable 3 is a much more streamlined game experience. While this isn't always a bad thing, there is a lot of things missing from Fable 3 that we have come to expect from the series.

    One of my biggest complaints about Fable 3 is the LACK of equipment. Instead of window shopping for gear that might help you out, instead of possibly planning a heist on a building to get that gear you can't afford, instead Fable 3 only has a small selection of weapons and costumes you can unlock as you progress through the game.

    There are a small selection of weapons you can buy in the shops, but they never fare any better then the "hero" weapons you get. You can unlock costumes through game progression, but they don't offer extra protection like in previous games.

    I enjoyed Fable 3, don't get me wrong. But it just feels like a shallow, dumbed down version of what we would normally expect.    … Expand
  25. ReturnofJerry
    Apr 21, 2016
    1
    The worst game I have ever played
    The original Fable was a huge guilty pleasure for me. Its tutorial wasn't too long, and in a matter of about 2 hours you could have a house, spouse, and all sorts of other things that would take weeks to obtain in other western RPG's. Then I played Fable III. Oh boy! It seems like everything in this game was created specifically to aggravate the player.    The worst game I have ever played
    The original Fable was a huge guilty pleasure for me. Its tutorial wasn't too long, and in a matter of about 2 hours you could have a house, spouse, and all sorts of other things that would take weeks to obtain in other western RPG's. Then I played Fable III. Oh boy! It seems like everything in this game was created specifically to aggravate the player. All interactions with NPC's requiere a holding the action button followed by an awkward transition to an awkward character interaction plane of existence. When you finally are able to interact with another character, you don't have all that much control over what action you perform. You might plan on shaking hands, only to make vulgar gestures at the NPC you were trying to marry. I'm focusing most on the character interaction because the efficiency Fable I had in that area was my favorite thing about that game (which I do admit had a lot of flaws). As far as the combat goes, many people complain that it is too easy. While they might be right, for me at least, it's just disappointing. Combat no longer rewards you with gold, so you have to engage in mini-games (which entail QTE's) in order to earn money. (I guess this was something introduced in Fable II, but I really don't like it). You have a dog counter part, but it doesn't help with combat. Its sole purpose is to find chests, and they don't ever contain useful items such as weapons. To be able to do most things in the game you have to warp to special level-up area, to get abilities like marriage or having kids, which don't feel natural coming from the same place where you upgrade combat skills. Lastly, the overall tone of the game is weirdly inconsistent. The opening cutscene is trying to depict a depressing industrial age England, but it keeps cutting back to clips of cartoonish chickens. This is because the game is narrated from the perspective of ...chickens? I ate chicken at the end of one sidequest, and the game called me "a monster" for it. Well, I guess my monsterousness explains this review.    … Expand
  26. Schuback
    Apr 9, 2016
    1
    Does the developer think we have never played an rpg before in our lives? Does the developer not know there are other rpgs out there in the market? Probably not and therefore... This game's developer, Lionhead Studios is now history!!! Nobody else's fault but their own. Fable being their core franchise, it should have evolved and moved forward. But with every installment the game isDoes the developer think we have never played an rpg before in our lives? Does the developer not know there are other rpgs out there in the market? Probably not and therefore... This game's developer, Lionhead Studios is now history!!! Nobody else's fault but their own. Fable being their core franchise, it should have evolved and moved forward. But with every installment the game is lacking improvements, and not moving forward at all.... Being mediocre is what this developer was all about which led to their ultimate failure.

    Now, lets talk Fable 3. When the game starts it's an instant fail. You choose either a male or female. That's your character creation. That's it. You won't be able to edit any facial part.... FAIL!

    And throughout the opening, you get a few choices, or 'important' decisions. And guess what, It's either black or white. No gray or vague decisions..... FAIL!

    Graphics - cartoonish and yet they couldn't get it right. The world isn't beautiful or unique... It's dull and boring more like. The colour scheme isn't vibrant. The environment and atmosphere are lacking... The world isn't alive and they want to call this open world?? FAIL!

    NPCS are forgettable, lacking personalities. Romance is super lame. FAIL!

    Combat equals spam left and right mouse button over and over. No strategy or tactic required. FAIL!

    Addition of the sanctuary as a pitiful excuse for UI and menu incompetence. FAIL!

    Dear Lionhead Studios, look at mirror to see what a fail is. And let me add insult to your recent injury. No one will miss you guys!!!    … Expand
  27. tsakiym
    May 18, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  28. MasterDako
    Nov 26, 2014
    2
    This game is nothing like its predecessors. What made me love the Fable franchise was the way I can choose how my characters turns out. Watching my character age and choose which alignment he would follow was one of the best features I've ever had in a game. However, in this wretched game, your morale choices don't physically effect your character until you beat the game (and even then allThis game is nothing like its predecessors. What made me love the Fable franchise was the way I can choose how my characters turns out. Watching my character age and choose which alignment he would follow was one of the best features I've ever had in a game. However, in this wretched game, your morale choices don't physically effect your character until you beat the game (and even then all it does is make your characters grow blue or red wings whenever you flourish and then they disappear). You stay the same age the entire game and the only thing that you can really mess with is your weight/height etc. Being buff or tall doesn't even really become noticeable as you play through it. Everything you do involving your inventory or menu in general revolves round this function called the "Sanctuary" which is like a big room with many other rooms connected to it. Each room handles a different function like weapons, clothing, gold, etc. It's a HUGE waste of time and is just flat out annoying. NPC interactions are more boring than ever and offer you nothing valuable. The weapon and armor system is one of the most odd and distasteful systems I've played. Weapons morph to gain new physical traits and abilities when you successfully fill out a little quest it has (Like kill 50 Hobbes, kill 30 enemies while being fat, kill 40 undead, etc). Armor and clothing offer no stats for your characters and are simply for cosmetic purposes (but most are uglier than the others, so you'll probably be using one or two sets the entire game). The combat is dirt easy and there is no health bar. Literally the ONLY good things about this game are the visuals and the economy system. The game has a very pretty environment and nice detail to the world. The economy system becomes available later in the game and allows you to purchase buildings, renovate them, and set prices on them (like in Fable 2). Those two things are the only thing saving it from me giving this game a worse score than I did. I DO NOT recommend this game to anyone.… Expand
  29. frankielee
    Oct 28, 2014
    4
    it has some interesting ideas and originalities but the childish theme of fable series has taken over the gameplay making it the most stupidly easy game i've played. also these original ideas -for example the inventory system- is poorly executed. and on top of everything there is microsoft's in game purchases thing......
  30. b735
    Aug 2, 2014
    4
    The game wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great either. Combat is repeatable and relatively boring. The story line is decent enough, but there wasn't anything unique enough about this game to really make eager to play it.
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#83 Best PC Game of 2011
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#42 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#26 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 19, 2011
    80
    An excellent interactive fairy tale. Due to interesting moral choices, it has a lot of replay potential. [June 2011]
  2. PC Format
    Jul 12, 2011
    74
    A competent example of a PC port and of an RPG, but its obsessions with consumerism dampens the adventure. [Aug 2011, p.100]
  3. PC PowerPlay
    Jul 10, 2011
    60
    A fun, light-hearted romp, but one that pales in light of its predecessors. [Aug 2011, p.68]
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