Fable II
About the Game
Fable II takes place 500 years after the events of Fable . The game starts with players choosing a male or female character called Sparrow, who is only a child in the beginning. After Sparrow's sister is killed by Lord Lucien, players' objective becomes taking revenge on him. Fable II is an action RPG with sandbox-style gameplay.
Gameplay & Core Systems
Two players can play the game via Xbox Live in co-operative mode. The hero character is controlled in a third-person view. Players can attack with short-range and long-range weapons as well as magic spells. The colours depend on the way players killed them. After the spheres are gathered and a certain amount of one colour has been gathered, players can upgrade their heroes stats and magic spells.
Standout Features
- Sparrow is accompanied by a dog who detects hidden treasures and helps players out in fights by killing enemies lying on the ground.
- Player have a multitude of different gestures they can use to influence NPCs, for example by scaring them or making them laugh.
- Depending on how well players does, prices for equipment, books, potions, food and furniture for example can vary.
- Sparrow: To earn money, Sparrow can take on different jobs like forging swords at a blacksmith or chopping wood in small mini-games.
- Players also have the option of buying each and every building they see in the game, either renting them (and reaping the profits) or living in them with their families.
Modes & Ways to Play
Player support includes Co-Op and 2 Players.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Display support includes HDTV 720p, HDTV 1080i, HDTV 1080p, and Widescreen (16 x 9). Audio support includes Custom Soundtracks and Dolby Digital.
