Fable II

 
8.8
very good
 
CRITICS SCORE
8.8
(82 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
8.8
(9348 ratings)

Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
85/100
score

The world is so charming and your choices so profound, that it's easy to look past the game's shortcomings. The punishment for death is pointless and the story carries little weight, but the experience is still immensely rewarding.

GameZone review logo
95/100
score

A resounding experience. It's a charming and stunning game that should occupy about 20 hours of a gamer's time with up to 50 hours of side-quests, odd jobs, and real-estate purchasing available.

IGN review logo
88/100
score

Fable II has a great combat system, some excellent atmosphere, a smart experience system, and lots to do. It's only when you start exploring the social aspects that things take a downturn.

Game Features

Choices, consequences. The innovative gameplay pioneered in the original "Fable" provided gamers with a never-before-seen level of immersion in a truly interactive world. "Fable 2" expands on the scope and depth of the Xbox classic with incredible new features and a wider, more complex kingdom of limitless choices and consequences. Players will have the option to play as a man or woman, get married, have children, and live a life of their own design.
A land far, far away. Revisit the sprawling world of Albion, where every house, hut, dungeon and castle is for sale, more than 500 years after the events of the original "Fable." Players will witness how the world has grown and changed in incredible and unique ways as they rediscover Albion.
New and unique combat system. "Fable 2" pioneers a new combat system that is designed to allow players to truly master hand weapons such as swords and maces, ranged combat such as bows and guns, and an entirely new magic system. These three disciplines, while being very accessible, are also amazingly deep and allow players to mix combat styles and become everything from a master swordsman or skilled ranger to an evil magic-wielder.
A hero's best friend. This groundbreaking addition to the game is integral to the theme of unconditional love in "Fable 2." The canine companion will act as friend, compass and protector. Players merely feed their pooch and it will love unconditionally, creating a bond that sets up emotion-filled journeys throughout this magical world.
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ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "M"
This game is Rated: Mature
Content is most suitable for persons ages 17 and up. This game is likely to contain violence and blood, suggestive themes, or strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Blood, Language, Sexual Content, Use of Alcohol, Violence
 
Game Info
Platform:Microsoft Xbox 360
Release Date:10/21/2008
Publisher:Microsoft
Developer:Lionhead Studios
Genre:Action
ESRB Rating:M
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Game Quality Ratings
Overall
9.5
Gameplay
9.7
Graphics
9.5
Sound
9.7
Concept
9.4
Difficulty: Easy
OVERALL
9.5/10
Fable II
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