Fable III

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  1. hollowspillz
    Aug 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fable III is one of my main childhood games that in the recent years I always wanted to replay, and so I did. Very fun story with characters that you get attached to easily. Music is great and I just love the ambience so much. I’m a fan of games that give you freedom of to choose what happens in the game. I do feel like the game took a bad turn on the second half of it but. Could’ve been better but it was still very enjoyable. I also want to play the other Fable games when I get them since they say they’re the best from the series.… Expand
  2. msherry9
    Feb 16, 2011
    8
    Fable 3 can definitely be called a worthy successor to the Fable series, but is it what we were all waiting for after Fable 2? I don't know about most other people, but I feel a little disappointed in terms of promised gameplay. To be honest, I felt that the original Fable was brilliant, Fable 2 was OK but nothing special or revolutionary, and Fable 3 is starting to stale the series. ItFable 3 can definitely be called a worthy successor to the Fable series, but is it what we were all waiting for after Fable 2? I don't know about most other people, but I feel a little disappointed in terms of promised gameplay. To be honest, I felt that the original Fable was brilliant, Fable 2 was OK but nothing special or revolutionary, and Fable 3 is starting to stale the series. It plays, feels, and even looks almost exactly like Fable 2 did. Fable 3's novelty that you get to become king was promising, but turns into nothing more than pressing A or X on your controller. Instead of you choosing what you want to get done as king, you simply select it, and Reaver carries it out for you with a cutscene. However, there still are some interesting chores for you as king, despite some of the other disappointments. Managing the economy of the land is very amusing, and deciding whether or not you want your citizens to have restrictions on how much alcohol they drink is a ton of fun, watching them stumble around drunken in the streets. There are some other entertaining decisions to be had, but I'd rather not spoil it. As promised, the main quest is much longer in Fable 3. It took me approximately 25 hours to complete it, and that's excluding many side quests available. The main story is decent enough to keep you interested, and voice-acting is tremendously well-done. I thought that the ending was fitting, and did not disappoint me. Listening to citizens' witty comments and Jasper's interesting input is a treat to hear, and I found myself laughing aloud constantly. My favorite character in particular is Private Jammy, who has an extremely nasally voice but never ceases to cause me to chuckle. Many of the side quests are highly original and equally entertaining. The D&D-style side quest has been praised by many critics and it seems a little cliche for me to keep that trend up, but I think that it's appropriate to give credit where it's due. This quest is phenomenal, providing many laughs along the way to completion as well as a very comical insight on the video game development process. The combat of Fable 3 is still very simplistic. It works, but is nothing amazing, and I still feel that magic is slightly overpowered. One thing that disappointed me tremendously was the fact that enemies do not rely on being difficult to kill, rather on overwhelming numbers. Any monster you encounter 1v1 is extremely easy to kill, even the vicious white balverine is a cakewalk. The enemies constantly swing their arms around towards you, eventually making contact since there are so many of them constantly. Despite overwhelming numbers, the game isn't particularly challenging, and even the final boss crumples in about a minute. The ability to combine spells sounded great on paper, but was very poor in execution. Combining spells doesn't result in a "new and unique" spell. If you combine a fireball and a lightning bolt, you end up with a fireball with lightning around it. Kind of lame, but it's a start to a mechanic with potential. The weapon morphing system is a joke, seeing as you have no control over what shape your weapon takes. To top it off, your weapon morphs have no real effect on how it behaves, and it seems a little superficial. Since you cannot "reset" your weapon if you dislike the way it looks, it rules out the fun prospect of weapon grinding. The co-op on the game is much better than on Fable 2, but still leaves much to be desired. It's not what I would call laggy, but there is an occasional delay that tends to irritate. I find NPC interaction on this one a joke. Instead of letting you select from the vast wheel of expressions, it merely gives you 3 options that never make any sense. Why would you randomly walk up to a civilian on the street and initiate a dance with them? Makes no sense, and is completely idiotic. Despite all of the game's flaws, the core Fable experience is solid. The story is good, quests are fun, and the combat is entertaining. If you're looking for a good RPG experience or you're a fan of the series, than look no further. If you're looking for the next revolutionary RPG experience, I can't say that I recommend this one.… Expand
  3. conorbobonor
    Feb 5, 2011
    6
    fable 3 was going to be incredible due to all the hype over how it was 'supposedly' going to be the best RPG game ever. The game as i expected was not. The graphics arn't a good standard compared to many games released around the same time. Lip sink is absolutely dreadfall and the story is very poor and lacking in content in my opinion with once again a very disapointing ending much likefable 3 was going to be incredible due to all the hype over how it was 'supposedly' going to be the best RPG game ever. The game as i expected was not. The graphics arn't a good standard compared to many games released around the same time. Lip sink is absolutely dreadfall and the story is very poor and lacking in content in my opinion with once again a very disapointing ending much like its predeseser. All moaning aside, the game is fun. There are alot of funny voice actors including the likes of Jason Manford, John Cleeves and Simon Pegg. The game has alot more comedic value then the previous titles but that doesn't make it a fantastic game its just good. Campaign - 45/100 Free Roam/Play - 76/100 Graphics - 60/100 Fun - 68/100 Overall - 62.25… Expand
  4. peopgamer
    Feb 15, 2011
    8
    The story is brilliant and the combat is fun. The huge array of voice acting talent really does bring the game to life, John Clease, Stephen Fry all give fantastic performances along with many more actors. However once the game is finished their is not much to do, I would love to see somekind of free roam, as seen in Red Dead Redemption. Instead your left with boring relationship quests,The story is brilliant and the combat is fun. The huge array of voice acting talent really does bring the game to life, John Clease, Stephen Fry all give fantastic performances along with many more actors. However once the game is finished their is not much to do, I would love to see somekind of free roam, as seen in Red Dead Redemption. Instead your left with boring relationship quests, and collectibles witch are no way of expanding your play time. A Good fun game, but needs more to be great.… Expand
  5. hun09081209
    Mar 11, 2011
    8
    I thought fable 3 was a really fun game but it did not beat any of the other two fable games. The only problem i had with it really was the short story line it didn't seem as lengthy and in depth as the other fable games. I enjoyed hearing guess voice acting by john cleese and Stephen fry. A lot of things have changed which was nice to see. i enjoyed going to the sanctuary to changeI thought fable 3 was a really fun game but it did not beat any of the other two fable games. The only problem i had with it really was the short story line it didn't seem as lengthy and in depth as the other fable games. I enjoyed hearing guess voice acting by john cleese and Stephen fry. A lot of things have changed which was nice to see. i enjoyed going to the sanctuary to change clothes, weapons etc. so all in all if u liked the other two u will like this one but when u first play the game play it open minded.… Expand
  6. Matt23WG
    Jan 28, 2011
    8
    Fable 3 was confusing to decide a score on. The game as a whole is fun as a single player experience. The combat is solid for the most part. The leveling up mechanic differentiates from others because of its unique 'no menu' system. And the wide cast of celebrity voice actors do a satisfying job. All of this is great, but the reason i am disappointed is solely because of your decisions andFable 3 was confusing to decide a score on. The game as a whole is fun as a single player experience. The combat is solid for the most part. The leveling up mechanic differentiates from others because of its unique 'no menu' system. And the wide cast of celebrity voice actors do a satisfying job. All of this is great, but the reason i am disappointed is solely because of your decisions and actions as king of Albion. Being king of Albion is the largest reason of what attracted me to this game. The whole concept seemed solid. Well, i'm sorry to say, but it isn't. Fable 3 suffers from a common problem of the 'press this button to be good, and press this button to be bad mechanic'. The game tells you what is a bad action, and what is good. This dumbs down the feeling as a king as the experience only lasts 2 hours maximum as well. Even though i am disappointed with this, the game is still a lot of fun. Because of this, i am awarding Fable 3 with an 8 out of 10.… Expand
  7. Mattaclysm
    Feb 11, 2014
    8
    Pretty fun game, interesting choice driven story changes the way the world shapes being the best part of the game. With that I do have a few knocks. The road to rule sucks. Why on earth did someone think it would be a fantastic idea to have you run around and open chests in an unnecessary area to level up your character. Was it really such a bad idea to contain a simple menu that allowedPretty fun game, interesting choice driven story changes the way the world shapes being the best part of the game. With that I do have a few knocks. The road to rule sucks. Why on earth did someone think it would be a fantastic idea to have you run around and open chests in an unnecessary area to level up your character. Was it really such a bad idea to contain a simple menu that allowed you to spend your points? I also had a gripe with the sanctuary, it would've been a lot cooler having a house or something to store all my stuff in as opposed to the sanctuary. No repair all property option was a pain in the neck too, having to hover over every piece of property you owned to select repair ate up a ton of time if you were trying to make a ton of via real estate. There were great ideas in this game but the developers lacked thought process when it came to providing the player with simple convenience.… Expand
  8. Obi-Jones
    Dec 17, 2010
    9
    A big improvement on Fable II and one of the best exclusive titles the 360 has. The gameplay is now much more streamlined because of the omission of menus (to much time in Fable II was spent in an overly complex menu system). The story is the best in the series, as are the characters. The graphics are also an improvement on the last game. The RPG element is fairly minimal, but moreA big improvement on Fable II and one of the best exclusive titles the 360 has. The gameplay is now much more streamlined because of the omission of menus (to much time in Fable II was spent in an overly complex menu system). The story is the best in the series, as are the characters. The graphics are also an improvement on the last game. The RPG element is fairly minimal, but more natural to the series given the direction Lionhead are taking with Fable now. I would like to see a genuine character based leveling system in any future releases that develops your character automatically based on your style of play.… Expand
  9. MrPendent
    Dec 9, 2010
    7
    Not as good as Fable 2. The morphing weapons are awesome, and I like the spell system better, I like menus and seeing everything I own. How "no menus, but a magical building that you can disappear into whenever you like" is more immersive is beyond me. Also, because the revolution is required, even when you are "evil", you are still the hero of the people until the end. Really, in myNot as good as Fable 2. The morphing weapons are awesome, and I like the spell system better, I like menus and seeing everything I own. How "no menus, but a magical building that you can disappear into whenever you like" is more immersive is beyond me. Also, because the revolution is required, even when you are "evil", you are still the hero of the people until the end. Really, in my mind, there is no reason to replay this game as the story is pretty much the same until the end. And even then, there are some tricks (good-becomes-evil, etc). Glad I played it, probably won't play it again. Wish I hadn't paid $60 for it. :(… Expand
  10. Snipestrifer
    Dec 27, 2010
    7
    Yes, the difficulty isn't in the combat, it's in the decisions you make, and many people don't see this. Unfortunately, these decisions are too few and far between, and while the choices have meaningful consequences, being the king is too short and you can't re-write your laws. Also the story can often feel dis-connected, because the main quests are quite serious, but the side-quests,Yes, the difficulty isn't in the combat, it's in the decisions you make, and many people don't see this. Unfortunately, these decisions are too few and far between, and while the choices have meaningful consequences, being the king is too short and you can't re-write your laws. Also the story can often feel dis-connected, because the main quests are quite serious, but the side-quests, which you must inevitabley do some to continue the main questline, take away the seriousness of the main story. Now for the good parts of this game. I am glad to say the co-op has been vastly improved, with your own camera and character now, though you still have to stay within the same area. Spell-weaving is a fantastic addition that helps to spice up the combat, but the biggest addition by far is the sanctuary. The sanctuary is very original and is great fun, but mixing and matching my clothes is really long and annoying with the sanctuary, but thats my only complaint about that. As for the story, it's saved by the chram of the witty characters and the ending which is a lot better than Fable II's.

    To sum up this game is great, thanks to the witty characters and thee ven more flexible combat, with some hard decisions to make at the end of the game. Unfortunately it is held back by the fact that the last half of the game, (when you're king) is way too short, and the side-quests, while hilarious at times, force out all the seriousness of te main questline. This could have been an amazing game, but is only very good, and while disappointing, it doesn't stop this game being worth your time. Better luck next time, Molyneux!    … Expand
  11. gksnipa
    Dec 22, 2010
    7
    Fable 3 is a combination of many good and bad things, frankly it seems that for the upgrades made for the games there's some kind of retarded problem appearing in the game, first off there's the story which feels much more straightforward than fable ones or two because frankly unlike the first 2 games there's actually less choices to make, sure some choices in the later half actuallyFable 3 is a combination of many good and bad things, frankly it seems that for the upgrades made for the games there's some kind of retarded problem appearing in the game, first off there's the story which feels much more straightforward than fable ones or two because frankly unlike the first 2 games there's actually less choices to make, sure some choices in the later half actually have some meaning but there's only about 1 or 2 choices in the first part of the game and it just doesn't flow with fable's be good or bad attitude, because most of the time your being hero to the people and this really just leaves out players who want to be evil, basically you can be evil but it doesn't really have an effect on the story. Oh yeah and the characters you meet are just there for progression you never really get the feeling of caring or hate toward them, you just have them around, even your dog feels like something just there.
    story: 7 out of 10

    The graphics in fable 3 are actually pretty good even if a slight step up from fable 2, character models seem better, environments have better details and the style looks better here than the other games, still it feels like a SLIGHT improvement in graphics not a complete overhaul. graphics rating: 7 out of 10

    The game play of fable 3 really isn't all that different from fable 2 just slightly more organized and simplified. The good thing about the game play is it feels more organic mostly because that damn pause menu has finally been fixed instead of the laggy one from fable 2, fable 3 has the sanctuary which is your hub to view your clothing, weapons and status as well as gold with ease you even have your own butler which is sweet, too bad just like the cast he feels like he's just there.The combat has barely changed, basically magic is the most changed instead of the five tier system from fable 2 you can equip one spell and later can mix 2 up with spell weaving , though there are less spells to use combining them actually balances them out for example fireball and tornado make fire-tornado, force push and ice make um... ice-push! it looks cooler than it sounds. Even with these small changes combat eventually feels repetitive and there's little variation of game play throughout your quest for kingdom and king/queen ship. Al so dealing with npcs has changed, minorly but still different, interactions in fable 3 no longer use the wheel from fable 2 instead you go up to them and press A. Interacting now is simple and the game gives you emote to use instead of picking one, so basically whether a person is man or woman doesn't matter you'll always tickle, hug, dance to please them,Every time literally that's all you do then to become friends you do a quest for them and to be lovers you take them on a date and theres your interaction it becomes a chore and feels repetitive, even worse everyone has the same personality just like in fable 2 people will love for the same things other npcs do and it just gets boring One feature peter said would be in the game is being king half way through the game and well he lied, it feels more like 85 percent through and your basically king for 1 to 2 and a half hrs after that well your back to your travels, yay???? One thing to note though is that decisions do matter but i still found myself disappointed by the whole way the game ends because it just never felt like i stayed king after(if your going to good after the game just wait 14 days trust me!) you'll see what i mean.
    small additions like weapons challenges and weapons changing depending on how you play are interesting but not enough to add to the game.
    One good thing that saves the game from getting a 6 in gameplay is the sidequests, there are plenty of them and while some are forgetable, some are really unique and cool
    gameplay:7 out of 10
    well thats about it fable 3 is basically a flawed game that doesn't seem to use much new things and the new things are pretty minor so what you have here is a decent ride that's fun but quickly becomes repetitive and boring so beware because this game isn't the game peter promised us so only buy if you really have to or just wait for it to be used
    Overall 7 out of 10    … Expand
  12. Scozo
    Dec 25, 2010
    7
    Pretty much the same as Fable 3 but I'd say the difficulty is much more easier. Unless your planning on getting the achievement where you don't "die" this game is terribly easy.

    You are instantly revived and awarded scars when you die. This means that you can pretty much eat your dinner whilst watching TV whilst you endlessly mash X (and I did and beat the last boss by doing so). Good    Pretty much the same as Fable 3 but I'd say the difficulty is much more easier. Unless your planning on getting the achievement where you don't "die" this game is terribly easy.

    You are instantly revived and awarded scars when you die. This means that you can pretty much eat your dinner whilst watching TV whilst you endlessly mash X (and I did and beat the last boss by doing so).

    Good game still but don't believe Molyneux's hype and you'll be fine trust me... P.S: For those who are expecting a game as good as Fable: TLC good luck lol... Stop the expectations MS are milking this franchise.    … Expand
  13. Sentry
    Dec 26, 2010
    8
    A great continuation of the Fable series. Amazing graphics, nice controls, intriguing story and always fun to buy every building in all of Albion. But too short and not a whole lot of replay value. DLC may change that though.
  14. samusaran589
    Dec 27, 2010
    9
    I found that Fable III went back to the roots that made the first one so great. I loved the original game, but was a little disappointed with number 2. While it was far more epic in scope and the quests were better, I felt the main story was lacking. In Fable 3, actual boss fights are brought back, just like in the original. This element was left out of number 2 and I was upset aboutI found that Fable III went back to the roots that made the first one so great. I loved the original game, but was a little disappointed with number 2. While it was far more epic in scope and the quests were better, I felt the main story was lacking. In Fable 3, actual boss fights are brought back, just like in the original. This element was left out of number 2 and I was upset about it. While I haven't completed the game yet, (so close), I have good hopes that the ending is better than the previous game.
    Another element I liked was the change in the augment situation. Unlockable augments makes you work to unleash the weapon long after you've found it. Several times in fable 2, I was sad that I was stuck with the augments in the legendary weapons. Now, I can choose which ones to unlock.

    Overall, I consider this game to be worth the money. Better than the second, but not as good as the first.    … Expand
  15. warchief
    Dec 30, 2010
    5
    What's the point of playing a game if it doesnt challenge you enough? And that is where Fable 3 fails. A good story falls short of becoming enthralling simply because the game tries to fit in everything and messes up big time. The game is simply too easy. I got through the game withouot dying even once, simply getting 'knocked down' a couple of times. Fable 3 is a dissapointment.
  16. 100word
    Jan 1, 2011
    8
    This is the game that Fable 2 should have been. A more coherent and engaging story than most RPGs with the kingdom management part of the game adding a new level to the Fable experience. Graphics, voice acting and story telling are all extremely well done.

    The interface is perhaps too slimmed down and combat is insufficiently challenging as a magic user. The promise of an environment    This is the game that Fable 2 should have been. A more coherent and engaging story than most RPGs with the kingdom management part of the game adding a new level to the Fable experience. Graphics, voice acting and story telling are all extremely well done.

    The interface is perhaps too slimmed down and combat is insufficiently challenging as a magic user. The promise of an environment that changes in response to your actions still has quite been met even after this third attempt.    … Expand
  17. seifer
    Jun 7, 2011
    9
    Quite simply, one of the best games I've ever played! Yeah fable ii was good... But this, is way better and hope there is even a better one, Then it would be 10!
  18. MrP
    Feb 26, 2011
    2
    This game feels unfinished, both in terms of content and technology. My biggest gripes include ludicrously low frame rate on some NPC's animations, NPC's who repeat the same dialogue OVER AND OVER again while you're standing around and an unreliable frame rate which can seriously mess up your rhythm during minigames (what's it even doing?)

    I'm a big fan of Fable 2 and was displeased to    This game feels unfinished, both in terms of content and technology. My biggest gripes include ludicrously low frame rate on some NPC's animations, NPC's who repeat the same dialogue OVER AND OVER again while you're standing around and an unreliable frame rate which can seriously mess up your rhythm during minigames (what's it even doing?)

    I'm a big fan of Fable 2 and was displeased to see a lot of the old issues carry straight across. However, new to the mix is terrible voice acting that sounds completely out of place in the world, a cringe-worthy, simplistic and juvenile plot and deeply floored progression system that takes you almost completely by surprise (those who played it will know!).

    Deeply disappointed.    … Expand
  19. MJaques
    Apr 12, 2011
    6
    Fable III is just fable II, minus many of the best aspects. It took Fable II, and made it into a very linear, one playthrough only game. You will have fun in the first half of the game - it's like a cheap bonus pack for Fable II, but once you reach the games second half, you have the most ridiculous options thrown your way. And the progression in the second half... not to spoil, but aFable III is just fable II, minus many of the best aspects. It took Fable II, and made it into a very linear, one playthrough only game. You will have fun in the first half of the game - it's like a cheap bonus pack for Fable II, but once you reach the games second half, you have the most ridiculous options thrown your way. And the progression in the second half... not to spoil, but a hundred days pass as quickly as one in the world of Fable III. Yes, decent graphics, but not much better than Fable II's, same generic animation, audio, and a few re-imaged locations. If you love Fable, you'll like this, and if you never enjoyed previous series entries, this isn't any sort of improvement.… Expand
  20. Locimento
    Jan 28, 2012
    7
    The game isnt as bad as some reviewers say. I actually genuenly thought the game was fun ,funny (In some parts) and pretty unique. Sure the game has its faults. Like having to go into the sanctum every time you want to equip something. Yeah it does get sort of annoying but since theres no loading screen when heading there its not so bad and i found it actually kind of cool and unique. TheThe game isnt as bad as some reviewers say. I actually genuenly thought the game was fun ,funny (In some parts) and pretty unique. Sure the game has its faults. Like having to go into the sanctum every time you want to equip something. Yeah it does get sort of annoying but since theres no loading screen when heading there its not so bad and i found it actually kind of cool and unique. The combat is all around decent but its FAR to easy and removes the tension that combat should have. Heres my biggest issue with the game. The designers put a lot of effort into creating the world which looks very nice and is designed well. But instead of looking at the stellar visuals you are forced to stare at a glowing trail of sparkles to your destination, That is annoying and should have been removed entirely, and sure you can turn it off but then you have no clue where to go. Overall its a pretty enjoyable game though.… Expand
  21. T-A
    Jun 18, 2011
    5
    Fable III is a major letdown for fans of the series. Despite new, seamless inventory and traveling systems, the game lacks the wonder, challenge, and exploration of its predecessors. The plot at first seems very promising and epic, but Molyneuxâ
  22. bighead6000
    Jul 5, 2011
    8
    In my opinion, Fable 3 is a game with a good story, and great game play. The world of Albion is not that open ended, but the game play is fun, with a great variety of guns and spells that are fun to use. So if you are looking for a fun game, pick up Fable 3.
  23. Regal4point1
    Jul 31, 2012
    2
    Fable 3 is definitely one of the worst games I've ever played. Its combat is broken and horrible. Its "moral choices" are so ridiculously simplistic that they have to add a random third act to justify them. Gameplay as a king is horribly restricted. Sidequests are thrusted upon you. A deadline you have to reach comes at you with no warning. The world is bare and the peoples are walkingFable 3 is definitely one of the worst games I've ever played. Its combat is broken and horrible. Its "moral choices" are so ridiculously simplistic that they have to add a random third act to justify them. Gameplay as a king is horribly restricted. Sidequests are thrusted upon you. A deadline you have to reach comes at you with no warning. The world is bare and the peoples are walking clones. There's so many things I despise about this game I can't even keep count.… Expand
  24. stevev45
    Oct 14, 2011
    4
    Fable III is a simple game for small children. If you
  25. GAMESNMANGA
    Oct 15, 2011
    3
    i love fable games the first one and second one was really amazing but fable 3 is a wasted of time and money the story line is plane and really short you can end the main story in one weekend.
  26. ablindkid
    Nov 6, 2011
    8
    Fable III is a very good game, however it i a step back from the greatness of Fable II. The story is great and deals with issues like revolutions, ethics and class struggle in a way that is offbeat and humorous. Some of the characters are great, but there are some stinkers too (like the one you get to play). Combat is smooth and the acrobatic finishers are brutally entertaining.Fable III is a very good game, however it i a step back from the greatness of Fable II. The story is great and deals with issues like revolutions, ethics and class struggle in a way that is offbeat and humorous. Some of the characters are great, but there are some stinkers too (like the one you get to play). Combat is smooth and the acrobatic finishers are brutally entertaining. However, I have a bone to pick with the lack of weapon variety and the lack of a convention save system and inventory. NPC interactions have also been dumbed down. I won't give away the ending, but it really, really sucked. Overall this is a good game, but one that made me want to play Fable II in lieu of playing through it a second time.… Expand
  27. Kermie
    Feb 8, 2013
    2
    An absolute tragedy. A shadow of the original, this is just BAD. Easy, Short, TERRIBLE DESIGN, TERRIBLE CUSTOMIZATION, AWFUL STORY, AGGGGHHHHH!!!!! I was a HUGE fan of the original, but this in not anything like the first. Just BAD. BAD BAD BAD. I'm sorry, but just save your money, no matter how cheap it becomes.
  28. IHateFanboys
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    This game was a lot better then the second one was in my opinion. I am glad that I took the time to play through this one. I was happy to see it revamped a little and a lot more fun to play.
  29. Oxcart
    Apr 29, 2012
    9
    Allow me to preface my comments by saying that I never had the opportunity to play the original Fable, but found Fable II to be one of the best RPGs I've ever played. With that in mind, I'm going to respectfully disagree with many of the reviewers here and say that I found Fable III to be an excellent piece of work and quite worthy of the Fable series name. It was an enjoyable storylineAllow me to preface my comments by saying that I never had the opportunity to play the original Fable, but found Fable II to be one of the best RPGs I've ever played. With that in mind, I'm going to respectfully disagree with many of the reviewers here and say that I found Fable III to be an excellent piece of work and quite worthy of the Fable series name. It was an enjoyable storyline and had adequate RPG elements to it. While I'd like to break the analysis down to clear pros and cons, it's impossible; the two are inextricably linked. For example: the inventory system has been extremely simplified and streamlined. In a way, this is handy in that it keeps you out of the annoying shuffling-through-lists inventory management and hunting through your virtual pack for the whatsit you want, but at the same time, limits your options. You are limited in carrying only one food items, severely limiting flexibility and planning. On the flipside, the replacement of the extremely clunky inventory list of F-II with the Sanctuary system in F-III was ingenious and a vast improvement. It replaced a menu that made you curse with a segmented character management zone with a cool character voiced by John Cleese as a bonus. Voice acting was, in my estimation, very good. Writing was adequate, though the plot could have used more polish, particularly after the midpoint. Frankly, the second half of the game did feel a little thin, and the only excuse for that is lack of either time or inclination on the part of the developer; if you're the king (which even according to the game jacket is your goal), then you should have more than a half dozen or so decisions to make -- which would've been a major improvement. Yes, the combat and experience system was simplified, but I'll count that as a bonus; by replacing the segmented strength/skill/will system of F-II with the buy-your-bonuses system presented by F-III's Road to Rule character progression system, it allows the player to use a more flexible play style, switching from one combat style during the early-game weak phase to a more combined arms strategy after progressing. Overall, I rank Fable III among my most favorite games without reservation and, particularly now that the price has fallen, is worth any RPG'ers time and shelf space. Enjoy it!… Expand
  30. diehard-gamer
    Aug 8, 2014
    9
    Bugged? I loved Fable 1 and 2, so was really looking forward to Fable 3 and jumped at it when it appeared on XBL sale for £5 (I think). But fable 3 is one of those 'one save' games. No going back. So, towards the end game, encountering what I think was a game killing bug was a bit of a downer. In the second phase of the game, you have 'a year' in game time to prepare your kingdom for theBugged? I loved Fable 1 and 2, so was really looking forward to Fable 3 and jumped at it when it appeared on XBL sale for £5 (I think). But fable 3 is one of those 'one save' games. No going back. So, towards the end game, encountering what I think was a game killing bug was a bit of a downer. In the second phase of the game, you have 'a year' in game time to prepare your kingdom for the climactic battle. I was happily preparing my defences, with the game 'countdown timer' telling me I had 180+ days remaining - then bingo, straight to the the end battle. I 'won' the battle but lost pretty much all my kingdom in the process because my kindoms 'battle chest was in my pocket rather than the castle' and in game terms I was woefuly underprepared. Mechanically I guess it doesn't matter, because I 'won' the game, but psychologically its a real downer particularly with no 'second chance save game'.… Expand
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#53 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#8 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#6 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2010

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 88 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 72 out of 88
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 88
  3. Negative: 0 out of 88
  1. Absolute Games
    Jan 31, 2011
    80
    Lionhead carefully preserved everything that made Fable 2 so good. Though it's a pity that the "king simulator" concept is totally wasted here.
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  2. Cynamite
    Jan 16, 2011
    85
    There are more highlights in the first two missions of Black Ops, then in Medal of Honor. The requirements of Treyarch seemed to be better, than in the past few years. They made an interesting setting. In addition, there's a nice zombie mode and an overwhelming multiplayer. No doubt, this is Treyarchs best Call of Duty ever!
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  3. Eurogamer Spain
    Jan 15, 2011
    60
    Flaws in design and execution are even more obvious with this new game and, as usual, Lionhead fails to live up to the expectations.
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