Fable: The Lost Chapters
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Fable: The Lost Chapters is a re-release for the personal computers of the Fable game, originally created for the Xbox. This release includes content that is not included in the release of the game for Xbox.
The main character is personalized in great detail. Everything that he does affects him. He can get obesity from a plentiful meal, and if he drinks alcohol, he will become poorly oriented and eventually will vomit.
Clothing, hairstyles, beards and tattoos of the hero influence how others perceive the hero. For example, light clothing causes benevolence, and dark - fear.
Of course, the attitude towards the hero is influenced by his actions. The proportion of good and evil acts affects his appearance. If he does many good deeds, he has a halo above his head and other signs of holiness. If he is more inclined to evil deeds, he grows horns, smoke comes from under his feet, and his eyes get a red glow.
The hero grows old regardless of whether he is good or evil. In his old age, his hair grows gray. If he spends his experience on new skills, he becomes noticeably older. Among the things that you can buy in the city, there is real estate. You can buy a house, rent out and get paid. If you decorate the house with trophies, the rental rate will be greater.
In addition to the war with the enemies, you can search for treasure and fish or participate in sports fistfights. And even better - try to find the Doors of Demons, who can talk. Doors give tasks, after performing which the hero will pass into hidden locations and acquire rare things. Several Doors need not be looked for, they will necessarily meet on their own.
System requirements for Xbox
System requirements for PC
- OS: Windows XP or later
- Processor: 1.4 GHz equivalent or greater
- Memory: 256MB
- Hard Disk Space: 3GB of available hard disk space
- Video Card: 64 MB shader-capable video card
- Sound: Sound card and either a set of speakers or a set of headphones are required for audio
System requirements for macOS
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My only major gripe is with the combat and how it makes the game a slog to get through and near unplayable if it were not for the spells. Given the tutorials during the prologue, it is clear Lionhead had ambitions to employ 3 distinct classes for players to experiment with, but unfortunately when it comes to combat, the game seems to be forcefully nudging you towards a spell/sword playstyle to avoid making half the game torturous with its auto-blocking enemies with nearly instantaneous knock-down attacks.
And although simplistic now, all the RPG mechanics simmered throughout, such as marriage, pub games, drinking, and buying properties, go a long way to making the game feel alive and breathing, and although these were all fleshed out further in later entries, it is great to see where it all started. This game may feel old, but it still feels ahead of its time for 2004.
My favourite thing about Fable has to be all the funny little item descriptions and headstone engravings though, they never fail to make me laugh.
One of the most appealing features of «Fable» is its visual style. The world of «Albion» comes alive through vibrant colors, intricate details, and whimsical characters.
The English humor in the game is another strong aspect. You'll encounter comedic situations, jokes, and unexpected dialogues throughout your journey.
Equally important to note is that in «Fable», you can choose your own path. You can be a hero defending the weak and upholding righteousness, or you can delve into darkness and become a ruthless villain. Your actions and choices have an impact on your reputation and relationships with other characters in the game.
And let's not forget about the outstanding soundtrack by Russell Shaw!
If you're looking for an RPG full of magic and jokes, then this game is definitely worth your attention.
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