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 Good sequel, but wasn't quite what I hoped. Nov 17, 2009
(I haven't tried the expansions so these are just a few thoughts on Fable 2 main content only.)
While it is a great improvement over Fable, I was disappointed when I finally played this game. Fable 2 is larger and allows for more play time than the original, however...
*Gold, easy to get, so what do we do with our Millions? Once you buy all the Shops/Houses, then what?
*Weapons. Nice array of weapons, I do like the use of guns and crossbows.
The "best" of them are quite expensive, but buy a few shops, don't play for a day or 2, and you'll have the gold in no time. (Gold is earned even if you aren't playing)
Augments on the weapons to make them stronger/better. I do enjoy the feature, but why can't we socket new augments over old ones? You get a nice weapon, don't like the augments it came with? Too bad.
The main reasons for my disappointment;
*"Open World" Well, kinda. If your thinking World of Warcraft or Fallout 3, no.
You can run a little ways then hit the "no farther" mountains, rocks, trees ect.
*Co-op, play with your friends and complete quests. Not really. They show up as a henchman, and you really can't get too far away from each other. Your locked to using the same screen. Your friend can't be off killing some town and ask you to come over and help. Such potential, and yet they seemed to just over look all it could have been.
*The controls seem "clunky", often frustrated with the character movement. I am running into objects, getting stuck on nothing, a simple step for many games is an obstacle for this one. You can jump over a fence, but try to go up steps from the side, and you can't.
This all seems negative but I did enjoy the game.
I'm just offering a little of my perspective for future buyers.
(maybe even developers)
If you liked Fable, Fable 2 is for you. If you want to run with your buddies beating stuff up? Maybe another game.
 So much fun for so long Nov 17, 2009
I shudder to think about how much time I sunk into this game. Seriously. Its FRP crack. But mostly it is a lot of fun. If you like role-playing games on the XBOX, I think you will enjoy this one. BTW: In Fable I am a King now, so be nice.
Absolute favorite game. Nov 15, 2009
This game's reviews really depend on who you ask. If you're one of those hardcore, action, heavy-fighting loving gamers, this game might not be for you, but if you're into the homey feel, lovable characters, and fantasy RPG games, then this might become your favorite game. It certainly is mine and I've had yet to find another game to amount to it (still looking).
PROS:
- The graphics are simply astounding and the voices are so accurate to the characters' personalities.
- Every character (except yourself) has a voice.
- You can look however you want.
- You can either play the main plot, the side stories, or live your own life in Albion.
- The. Characters. Are. AMAZING. I adore Garth and Hammer beyond BELIEF.
- Heart-string tugging referrences to the first game and the Hero's childhood.
- The fact that you don't need to play the first game to understand everything.
- Amazing backstory and game legends that will have you entertained, obsessed, and reading more for days and weeks after playing.
- The ability to completely go off the beaten trail and explore all corners of each map.
- Buy a house, decorate it, get married (to as many people as you want), and have children! You can even name your spouse (gender doesn't matter) or your kid and decide what gender your kid is (if you find out how).
CONS:
- Disappointingly short...
- Inability to talk to other characters.
- Inability to see your fellow heroes after finishing the game or returning to the Spire.
- It can jerk and freeze a bit, but not too much.
- If you're sensitive, you might cry for some of the sad stories in the game. For example, Oakvale's common reoccurance, Terry Cotter's Army, Rose, etc.
All in all, I adore this game. I like my easy-going, day-to-day games with graphics. The scenery changes: for example, it rains in certain maps, the trees and grass noticably sway in the breeze, the ocean waves crash against the shore, etc. It has many creatures and Lionheart didn't get lazy in any of the design. It adds in subtle funny things and plot twists. Myself, I have spent days on Fable's wiki page to learn more about every interesting nook and cranny of the game.
Definitely worth the money. You can learn how to make the story extend if you don't rush through it and enjoy it.
Good or bad, you decide. Nov 05, 2009
This game is entertaining, especially with the choice options. You can choose to be bad, good, or somewhere in-between. Not for minors. There can be sexual situations (hetero- and homo-), obscene gestures, and alcohol consumption. Players choice, of course.
Totally satisfied Nov 01, 2009
I ordered this game for my brother and I wasn't expecting to receive it for at least one week. To my surprise, it was here in two days! Also, it was in perfect condition.
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