Adam's Rant: The Fable Series Needs A Break
- I hate to make such a blatant attack against any video game franchise, but the Fable series holds a spot near and dear to my heart. I remember walking into EB Games when t...
| 7 | The Fable series has always been chiefly about two things: a rags-to-riches storyline and character customization. Players generally take control of a character who has just hit rock bottom in some manner, and works their way through impossible situations using only self determination and the powers bestowed upon a foretold hero. This same sort of storytelling style is still there in Fable III, as the game is still based around a character with nothing to lose fighting against a dark tomorrow. This time round however, the beginnings aren't so humble. Not only that, Fable III makes it clear from the start that players will be very much held accountable for their actions no matter how big or small. It's quite a change for the series, and certainly a step in the right direction, but to say it's enough to alter the very formulaic nature of the game is a long-shot. » Read the full review |
- I hate to make such a blatant attack against any video game franchise, but the Fable series holds a spot near and dear to my heart. I remember walking into EB Games when t...