A lot of people are easily under the impression that Microsoft bombed at this year’s E3. Though one can easily argue on behalf of Sony’s strong showing, I definitely wouldn’t say Microsoft bombed. In fact, they played their cards right and at least followed through with showing gamers some updates for new IP and established franchises, including Fable 2.
The general premise for the game takes place 500 years after the original Fable and Albion is a living, breathing world that contains new adventures, more options and a dynamic new fighting system (thank goodness!) Before dropping down to the screenshots you can view the official fact sheet that Microsoft let loose at this year’s E3 summit.
• 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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