Summary
- Release Year: 2010
- Genres: Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Role-playing game (RPG), Simulator, Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
- Developers: Lionhead Studios
- Publishers: Microsoft Game Studios
Fable III: A Revolutionary Tale of Choice and Consequence
Released in 2010, Fable III is the third installment in the popular Fable series of action role-playing games. Developed by Lionhead Studios and published by Microsoft Game Studios, Fable III was released for the Xbox 360 and Windows. The game is set 50 years after the events of Fable II, and follows the story of the Hero, a revolutionary leader who must overthrow the tyrannical King Logan and save the kingdom of Albion from a mysterious darkness.
Gameplay
Fable III is an action role-playing game with a third-person perspective. The player controls the Hero, who can explore the world of Albion, interact with non-player characters, and engage in combat with enemies. The game features a variety of weapons and abilities that the Hero can use to defeat enemies, including swords, guns, and magic spells.
The game also features a morality system, which allows the player to make choices that affect the Hero’s alignment. Good choices will increase the Hero’s alignment, while evil choices will decrease it. The Hero’s alignment will affect how other characters react to them, and will also determine the ending of the game.
Story
The story of Fable III begins 50 years after the events of Fable II. The kingdom of Albion is now ruled by Logan, the Hero’s older brother. Logan is a cruel and tyrannical ruler, and the people of Albion are suffering under his reign.
The player takes on the role of the Hero, a young man or woman who is destined to overthrow Logan and save Albion. The Hero is joined by a group of loyal companions, including a dog named Rover and a butler named Jasper.
The Hero’s journey takes them across the kingdom of Albion, as they rally the people to their cause and fight against Logan’s forces. Along the way, the Hero must make difficult choices that will affect the outcome of the story.
Setting
Fable III is set in the kingdom of Albion, a land of rolling hills, lush forests, and ancient ruins. The game’s world is divided into several regions, each with its own unique look and feel.
The game’s world is also home to a variety of creatures, both friendly and hostile. The Hero will encounter everything from rabbits and deer to wolves and bears. The game also features a number of mythical creatures, such as trolls and dragons.
Characters
The Hero is the main protagonist of Fable III. The Hero is a young man or woman who is destined to overthrow Logan and save Albion. The Hero is joined by a group of loyal companions, including a dog named Rover and a butler named Jasper.
Logan is the main antagonist of Fable III. Logan is the Hero’s older brother and the tyrannical ruler of Albion. Logan is a cruel and heartless man who cares only for himself.
Other important characters in the game include:
- Walter Beck: A former member of Logan’s court who joins the Hero’s cause.
- Sabine: A skilled hunter who is one of the Hero’s companions.
- Page: A young woman who is the leader of the rebel group known as the Reavers.
Themes
Fable III explores a number of themes, including the nature of good and evil, the importance of choice, and the power of redemption. The game challenges players to think about the consequences of their actions, and to make choices that are in line with their own moral code.
Critical Reception
Fable III received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its engaging story, well-developed characters, and beautiful world. However, some critics found the game’s combat to be repetitive and its morality system to be too simplistic.
Overall, Fable III is a solid action role-playing game with a compelling story and interesting characters. The game’s combat is fun and the world is huge and full of things to do. Fable III is a must-play for fans of the series and for anyone who enjoys action RPGs.
Sales
Fable III was a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide. The game was the best-selling Xbox 360 game of 2010.
Legacy
Fable III is considered to be one of the best action role-playing games of its generation. The game’s innovative morality system and its focus on choice and consequence have been praised by critics and players alike. Fable III has also been praised for its beautiful world and its well-developed characters.
The game’s success has led to the development of several spin-offs and sequels. In 2012, Lionhead Studios released Fable: The Journey, a Kinect-exclusive spin-off. In 2014, Microsoft Studios released Fable Legends, a free-to-play multiplayer game. Fable Legends was shut down in 2016.
In 2020, Microsoft announced that it was working on a new Fable game. The game is being developed by Playground Games, the studio behind the Forza Horizon series. The new Fable game is scheduled to be released in 2023.
Review Score
8/10
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