GamesRadar - Fable II

The Top 7… Tasteful game heroines (Feature)

Nov 9, 2009

Like comic books and movies, videogames tend to present an exaggerated representation of men and women. Dudes are typically muscle-bound meatheads with powerful jaw lines and a thorough understanding of all forms of combat, while women generally have back-breaking chests and dress like strippers regardless of their profession. ...

Xbox LIVE Deal of the Week: Fable II Pub Games 50% off (News)

Oct 26, 2009

Major Nelson writes:

"This weeks Xbox LIVE Gold Members deal of the week is Fable II Pub Games. Normally 800 points, Gold Members can grab it now for 400 points and save 50%."

Xbox Live Marketplace Update: Monday 28th - Wednesday 30th September 2009 (News)

Sep 30, 2009

Console Monster writes: "The Xbox Live Marketplace has been bursting with new content over the last three days with the addition of three new Xbox Live Arcade titles, new game content for Left 4 Dead and more to conclude the month of September. Here is the full Xbox Live Marketplace update for Monday 28th – Wednesday 30th September 2009:

Xbox Live Arcade
Military Madness: Nectaris
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Size: 101 MB
The Military is back for a new generation of recruits! The classic turn-based strategy series Military Madness, aka Nectaris, returns with an all-new graphical barrage and a host of new features. In addition to the single-player campaign, you and your allies can wage war offline or online in 4-person multiplayer, either in teams or every man for himself. As you bask in the glow of victory or suffer crushing defeats, check the online leaderboards to compare your skills against those of other generals. There's even an all-new multiplayer-only unit, the Commander, which has 20 unique abilities to turn the tide of battle. This is the maddest game in the series yet! This game requires the Xbox 360 hard drive or the 512MB Memory Unit for storage. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts..."

First Fable II Episode available on Xbox Live for free (News)

Sep 29, 2009

Lionhead has released Fable II Episode I on the Xbox Live Marketplace for free.

The full game will be released onto the marketplace in episodes, with the first one being available for free. There will be four more parts after this, which will be charged, but we aren't sure how much that will be at the moment.

Xbox 360 Top 10 Games List (News)

Sep 20, 2009

As Xbox 360's 4th reunion nears, I have decided to take a look back into this great franchises success. There have been many years of graphical improvement, multiplayer updates, and revised campaign techniques that we have all experienced together. Many companies have thrived because of the success of the Xbox 360 and many ground-breaking games have revolutionized the games industry. Below will be a Top Ten List of The Best Xbox 360 Games of all time, based upon single player and multiplayer.

Showoff Your Inner Fanboy With Xbox 360 Inspired Zune HD Originals (News)

Sep 17, 2009

Adrian P from AnalogHype writes "If you haven't picked up a Zune HD yet, now is your chance to showoff your inner fanboy with Xbox 360 inspired Zune HD Originals. Ranging from Halo 3 ODST to Lips, you can have your Zune HD to draped up to match your favorite Xbox 360 game"

Gaming's would-be innovators (Feature)

Sep 16, 2009

We recently took issue with the claim that “gaming has not yet had its Citizen Kane”. As you can see, we managed to find 25 games that qualified for that title – and you had plenty more suggestions besides.

We’d have had no trouble whipping up a counter-list of dismal flops. ...

Xbox 360's 'Deal of the Week,' Games on Demand, Avatar DLC for Sept. (News)

Sep 9, 2009

Joystiq writes: "Tossing the usual drip-fed weekly schedule aside for the moment, Microsoft has released the full details for its "Deal of the Week," Games on Demand and Avatar DLC releases (in the US) for the entire month of September. Let's start with Games on Demand:

Games on Demand (no prices noted)

* Sept 8: Civilization Revolution
* Sept. 15: FIFA Street 3
* Sept. 22: Shaun White Snowboarding
* Sept. 29: Fable II: Game Episodes -- (we'd hold out for that "game of the year" edition)

Check after the break for the "Deal of the Week" and Avatar DLC details..."

Fable II Set to Pioneer Episodic Content on Xbox 360 Games on Demand Service (News)

Aug 20, 2009

Following the official unveiling of Fable III, Microsoft has announced that Fable II will be offered as episodic releases on Xbox LIVE. While Fable II has become the best-selling Role-Playing Game yet released on Xbox 360, there are apparently some who still have not experienced the magic and adventures that await them in Albion. The launch of Fable II: Game Episodes will debut September 29, 2009, with the release of the first episode for free download exclusively on Xbox LIVE.

Molyneux: we didn't get the drama right in Fable I, II (News)

Aug 19, 2009

From Gameswire: "Peter Molyneux has admitted that Lionhead didn't get the drama elements right in Fable I and II."

Fable Episodic Announced (News)

Aug 19, 2009

Five all new chapters incoming.

Final teaser at Lionhead's website (News)

Aug 19, 2009

VGarabia.com

Today, the final teaser has gone live at Lionhead's official website. The final teaser featuring a new quote from Winston Churchill.

Fable II Game of the Year spotted at UK retail (News)

Aug 17, 2009

A retail listing for a 'Game Of The Year' edition of Fable II has appeared at several online UK stores, according to Digital Spy. It will include Fable II and both Knothole Island and See The Future DLC.

Fable II Game of the Year addition? (News)

Aug 16, 2009

We Love To Game has possibly found a Fable II Game of the Year addition copy in the works, is it true?

New update: Lionhead teaser (News)

Aug 15, 2009

VGarabia.com

Today, a new teaser has gone live on Lionhead's official website featuring a new quote from the late president of the USA Abraham Lincoln.

More Faces From Fable II (News)

Aug 10, 2009

Kotaku writes..... Lionhead has posted the fourth installment of their Big Hero Gathering feature, in which they assemble players' heroes from Fable II into one giant tribute to character customization.

Fable II Avatar Clothes are coming (News)

Aug 4, 2009

Kotaku: Ever wonder what an avatar placeholder wearing a Fable II t-shirt looked like? Well BAM, there it is.

A post by Sam Van Tilburgh on the Fable II development blog this morning reveals that Fable II avatar clothes are coming soon to an Xbox 360 near you. A package of Fable II clothing will be made available for purchase later this month, featuring various articles of game-related clothing you can purchase for "a few Microsoft points." You can actually see a bit more of the Fable II gear in our post on Xbox 360 clothes and toys from last month.

Fable 2 sales approaching 3 millions (News)

Aug 1, 2009

Ahmad Dajani from Vgarabia.com said "Fable 2 needs to sell just 50k more copies to reach 3 millions landmark"

RPG Land : RPG Deals 7/26-8/1 (News)

Jul 30, 2009

Russ writes "It's so true. While it might be worth it if you are interested in other genres, B&M stores have passed by the RPG genre again this week. Such practices will not last for long with titles like Dragon Age: Origins and Alpha Protocol hitting stores this Fall. Expect those to be the welcome casualties of $10 off sales – the Fallout 3 GOTY edition will be the same.

Though GameStop is offering used copies of Fable II for $25 until Thursday of this week. Oh boy."

Eurogamer Portugal: Peter Molyneux Interview [Part 1] (News)

Jul 6, 2009

Eurogamer.pt: After the conference presented by Microsoft during E3, the Christmas Project, and the software presented in the name Milo is not talking about something else at the event. We are entering a world that mixes the wrong way which really means fun?

This new project from Microsoft has the hand of Peter Molyneux, one of the most influential personalities in the world of videogames, it was not a creator of games like Populous, Syndicate, Magic Carpet and Dungeon Keeper, even in the extinct Bullfrog, and latest in Black & White and Fable. Along with Project Christmas, was shown a virtual character, the boy Milo. Some controversy has already been installed, which questions whether this same "friend" virtual could someday replace personal relationships, or even, perhaps, our mind takes us to the film AI and the robot boy David to replace a child so desired. By coincidence or not, with Peter Molyneux in which the Christmas Project, was the famous director and North American director Steven Spielberg, director of AI.

In this tangle of issues and questions about Milo and Project Christmas, which went to Los Angeles to interview Peter Molyneux. Meeting scheduled in a hotel in downtown LA, we found a Peter Molyneux wants to share what your creative mind is bubbling. Was said in that meeting that he has taken the post of Creative Director of the European Microsoft Games Studios, but continues to be the Director of Lionhead Studios production. His new role involves overseeing the work of some producers and projects, such as Remedy and Rare with Alan Wake. Will try to take a position where these projects to one side more creative and innovative. But that night just wanted to know about Milo and Project Christmas.

Fable lll Mentioned in New York Times (News)

Jun 30, 2009

TGB writes: "The New York Times, which is typically not wrong about much. More specifically, the Times "Weddings/Celebrations" section is talking about the next Fable game. Yes, Fable III is being mentioned alongside the announcement of Lionhead designer Joshua Atkins' weekend wedding."

Peter Molyneux seeking suggestions for Fable 3? (News)

Jun 9, 2009

Examiner: "Recently promoted to Creative Director of Microsoft Game Studios Europe, Peter Molyneux is asking fans what they thought should be improved on from his last project, Fable 2."

E3 2004: Five Years Later (Feature)

Jun 1, 2009

Before we dunk our collective heads into the salty man-pool that is E3 2009, let’s take a moment to reflect on the events and images of E3 2004. Just five years ago Nintendo was struggling, Sony was unquestionably on top and Microsoft only had Halo 2 to keep fans attentive. Today… well, it’s a little different, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves ...

Xbox 360 Game of the Year bundle coming to Australia (News)

May 18, 2009

Microsoft Australia have today announced that the Xbox 360 "Game of the Year" bundle will be coming to Australian retailers from the 28th of May. The Game of the Year bundle includes Halo 3 and Fable 2, with the Xbox 360 Elite sku (which already includes a 120gb HDD, wireless controller, headset and HDMI cable). The bundle will be offered at the same price as the current standalone console.

Win A Fable II 360 Signed By Peter Molyneux (News)

May 12, 2009

Kotaku: The See the Future downloadable content for Fable II is now available for purchase, and Lionhead is celebrating by giving away a unique Fable II Xbox 360 signed by the man himself, Peter Molyneux.

Lionhead's own Sam Van Tilburgh directed us to the contest, which can be entered by anyone with a free Lionhead website account, obtained by simply registering your MSN handle. You can enter the contest once between now and June 12th, with the winner being drawn and quartered notified on June 15th. The prize package includes one rare NTSC Fable II console signed by series creator Peter Molyneux and a signed copy of Fable II to go inside of it, spinning around to make pretty pictures appear on your

Fable II 'See the Future' DLC arrives (News)

May 12, 2009

Fable 2's 'See the Future' add-on has appeared on the Xbox Live Marketplace and is now available for purchase and download.

Fable II (Screenshots)

May 12, 2009

Lionhead reveals Fable II's original ending (News)

May 6, 2009

NowGamer: Fable II didn't always end the way it did in the final cut of the game, as Lionhead's Dene Carter reveals.

"Originally Fable II's ending involved a whole Guild of Heroes.."

If trailers told the truth (Video)

May 1, 2009

This is role-playing in the child's sense: dress up and pretend. Despite the long load times and clunky inventory screens you can be who you want and have a rollicking good adventure.

Fable 2: See The Future DLC Achievements Want You To Watch Your Friend Having Sex (News)

Apr 23, 2009

Lionhead studios has revealed the new Achievements included in their upcoming downloadable content for Fable 2. See The Future adds 13 new achievements worth a total of 250 Gamerscore Points. As is par for the course with Fable 2 Achievements, some of them are a bit disturbing

Xbox 360 Elite Halo 3 and Fable 2 Bundle Shows Up (News)

Apr 23, 2009

The rumored Xbox 360 Elite 120GB Halo 3 & Fable 2 Bundle is now available for pre-order at Amazon....

Nothing really new about this package except of course the inclusion of Halo 3 and Fable 2. The bundle is set to release on May 1, 2009.

Here are the product details via Amazon:

Preview promises that didn't deliver (Feature)

Apr 23, 2009

Resident Evil 5Light and Dark mechanics

What they promised

Prior to the game’s release, Jun Takeuchi, the producer behind Resi 5, promised heat and lighting effects that would genuinely have an impact on gameplay, in turn, distinguishing it from the illustrious fourth game. He hinted when Chris stepped out into sun-kissed areas from dark buildings the screen would blur, as his eyes adjusted to the change in light. Capcom ...

Score 25 Groin Shots in Fable II (News)

Apr 23, 2009

Tigresa of Spawn Kill writes:

"As we get closer to breathing the next breath of life our heroes of Fable II this May, while checking my achievements like the nerd I am on my Xbox profile, I noticed something new has been added. Achievements, and 13 of them to boot, carrying a stampede of 250 GS to be had. They give a bit of insight into the future of the eh… future, of Albion. Looks like Lionhead had a bit of badassery on their side when they wrote these bad boys up. It seems like taking cock shots and making sweet, sweet love is highly recommended if you want to raise the roof on your gamerscore.

Stop having a boring nutshot, stop having a boring life."

Announcing the Xbox 360 Game Of The Year Bundle (News)

Apr 20, 2009

Major Nelson reports that Microsoft has put together a limited edition Xbox 360 Elite bundle.

The bundle will cost the same as the standard Elite bundle does but will also include Halo 3 and Fable II.

Fable II for PC? "No comment," says Molyneux (News)

Apr 14, 2009

Lionhead boss Peter Molyneux has once again refused to confirm or deny the existence of a PC port for Fable II.

When asked by VG247 if we could expect a Windows-based version of the game, he replied with a quick, "No comment".

Rumors of the SKU have been floating about since last year.

Exclusive: $400 360 Elite bundle, with Halo 3 and Fable 2 (News)

Apr 10, 2009

New information from the Mole: a new Xbox 360 Elite coming, with Halo 3 and Fable 2 packed in at no additional charge. That's quite the bundle, and adds a ton of value to the package.

Fable 3: It would be "pretty poor" if See the Future didn't have "some connection," says Molyneux (News)

Apr 9, 2009

Lionhead boss Peter Molyneux has told VG247 that it would be "pretty poor" if upcoming Fable II DLC See the Future didn't relate to the next Fable game.

"Well, while it's not easy for me to absolutely confirm that, it would be pretty poor to say 'See the Future' if it didn't have some connection, wouldn't it? It would be kind of, 'See the Present,'" he said when asked specifically if the content had anything to do with the next Fable title."

The Molyneux Prophecies (News)

Apr 8, 2009

"Peter Molyneux is a gaming celebrity, plain and simple. Whether you like or dislike the man, or the games that he oversees, is irrelevant to the fact that you're familiar with the name as it relates to the games industry. And for all of the criticisms that have been levelled at Mr Molyneux, there's one thing that you should find hard to deny; the man is a visionary." - from gameplayer

Get Your BioShock 2 Gameplay, Killzone 2 and PunchOut Announcements, More on Next GTTV (News)

Apr 6, 2009

Ripten writes "The next episode of GameTrailers TV, airing this Thursday night at 12:30 PM, will be epic featuring the premier gameplay of BioShock 2 featuring none other than the Big Sisters, a "major announcement" and look at what's next to come for Killzone 2, an announcement for PuncOut on the Wii by Reggie Fils-Aime, and Peter Molyneux drops in to give us the first video for the upcoming Fable II downloadable content."

Fable II "sees the future" as new DLC details are revealed (News)

Apr 6, 2009

Console Monster writes: "We knew it was coming, but Microsoft has today revealed brand spanking new details regarding the new Fable II downloadable content.

The content, known as "See the Future" gives players the chance to heed the call for a hero to restore colour and balance to the world, or let Albion fall to the wayside. Those who emerge victorious will receive the ultimate reward: a quest that provides a vision of Albion's future and what lies ahead for those born into the heroic bloodline. The new quests in "See the Future" will bring players face-to-face with new characters, creatures, events and legendary artefacts, including:

* Murgo: Having first met him during the childhood sequence of "Fable II," Murgo returns to Bowerstone Market to bring an amazing array of new wares, including potions that can transform canine companions into new breeds..."

Molyneux: I was wrong about Godfather's plot - games will surpass it (News)

Apr 6, 2009

VG247: Lionhead boss Peter Molyneux's has said his previous claim that games will produce a story "equivalent" to Godfather's quality by 2016 is "wrong".

"I think I was wrong about that Godfather line… I think we can surpass where the Godfather is," he told VG247, speaking at GDC.

Miyamoto honored with ELAN's Lifetime Achievement award; Left 4 Dead, Fallout 3 lead nods (News)

Apr 6, 2009

Nintendo icon Shigeru Miyamoto has been voted by industry and media experts as the recipient of the ELAN's first videogames Lifetime Achievement award this year.

The ELANs take place on April 25th in Vancouver, boasting several awards across a variety of categories. Left 4 Dead and Fallout 3 are the front runners receiving seven nominations each, with several nods going to Gears of War 2 and Fable II as well.

Banjo/Viva Pinata 2 $20 Each, Lips $40, Scene It 2 Bundle $30 and other Xbox 360 Deals at Amazon (News)

Apr 6, 2009

gmagnus of CheapAssGamer informs the masses of a discounted games offered at Amazon.

Will the Next Fable Leave the RPG World Behind? (News)

Apr 5, 2009

BeefJack writes: "Only a short while after a Tweet slip which alluded to Fable III being in the works, Peter Molyneux has suggested gamers look at the franchise in a different light:

'Don't think about Fable 2 as an RPG franchise-think about it as the world of Albion…There's a niche for Fable as there's humor in there and there's a Britishness and I think we'll keep that side of it. But whether it's more action or PRG or MMO or some new genre-that's what we have to do.'"

'Infamous' Developer Thought Peter Molyneux Was Lying (News)

Apr 3, 2009

Players want to be good guys.

Brian Fleming, president of Sucker Punch, the studio behind June's dark super-hero game "Infamous," didn't believe it.

He'd heard this from Peter Molyneux, the outspoken head of Lionhead Studios, who said that players of the Xbox series "Fable," tended to steer their characters toward the side of angels. Technically, they could have made their characters evil and gained just as many benefits. But Molyneux said players ultimately preferred to complete their adventure as a good person.

'Fable 2' Developers Tested Microphone-Control For Game's Dog (News)

Mar 31, 2009

Gamers who played last fall's Xbox 360 hit "Fable II" were supposed to feel an emotional connection to the virtual canine that faithfully followed their hero throughout the game.

The dog was mostly self-sufficient - following, leading and fighting on its own - though it did do tricks with the press of a button.

What if players could talk to that dog?

Ruffian Games' Last Call for New Recruits (News)

Mar 31, 2009

Ruffian Games have put out a final call for developers to join their merry band on a journey to make awesome games. Having established their studio in 2009 Ruffian's recruitment drive is near an end and the places remaining are few.

Fable II, LBP, GRID Receive Kudos in Parliament (News)

Mar 30, 2009

BeefJack writes: "It's not often that a politician sings the praises of the video game industry, which is why a big deal should be made of it when it does happen.

Edward Vaizey, a Conservative MP, has requested the motion that the UK government recognise the importance of the UK Video Game Industry and in particular those games created by UK developers."

1UP GDC 2009: Molyneux Shows Lionhead's Design Experiments (News)

Mar 28, 2009

1UP writes: "Large-scale game development might have a certain structure to it, but at the Game Developers Conference, you often hear stories about a game progressing along just fine until some jackass comes in towards the end and pushes for some neat feature to be put in, which steals everyone's focus. Peter Molyneux admits he's one of those people, and as the founder of Lionhead, that was a particularly big problem in their first game, Black & White. When a journalist was interviewing him about the game, Molyneux got the idea to put in a realistic weather system. He got it into the game, but the game itself wasn't being worked on during that time; everybody was pitching in trying to get the weather right."

GDC: Live from Peter Molyneux's session (News)

Mar 27, 2009

VG247: Why not? The Lionhead boss has already said he's not going to announce a new game at GDC this year, but he's always worth watching.

New Fable 2 DLC "See the Future" (News)

Mar 27, 2009

Adrian P from AnalogHype reports: GDC 09 is filled with more surprises. Lionhead announced the "See the Future" DLC will be released within the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned for more information.

Molyneux: New DLC Coming to Fable II Very Soon, Fable III Hints (News)

Mar 26, 2009

Kotaku writes: "See the Future, the next downloadable content from Lionhead Studios for Fable II, will be hitting in weeks, Peter Molyneux told Kotaku today.

"The next DLC comes out in the spring," he said. "We're in the spring now so don't think months, think more like weeks. It's called See the Future".

Lionhead: Fable wrecked dev's lifes, Fable II didn't (News)

Mar 18, 2009

OXM UK writes: "Peter Molyneux has admitted that Fable 1 "destroyed the team" that worked on it, while the sequel did not.

"If I'm honest, on Fable we just burnt people's lives; we destroyed the team," Molyneux admits. "Week after week, month after month, they worked 50, 60, 70, 80 hour weeks. It destroyed their lives and destroyed their marriages. You just can't do that anymore..."

Original Fable is this week's Deal of the Week on XBL (News)

Mar 16, 2009

Announced on Major Nelson's podcast, the next Deal of the Week will be the Xbox Original Fable.

Available for download for only 800 points instead of 1200 points, Fable 1 will be only available at the special price for the week of March 16th.

New Fable II DLC coming (News)

Mar 12, 2009

Via CVG: "We are working on new DLC for Fable II," says Lionhead

Left 4 Dead, Fallout 3 lead ELAN nominations (News)

Mar 12, 2009

There's little doubt as to the four key titles that look set to dominate proceedings at this year's ELAN Awards, with Left 4 Dead, Fallout 3, Gears of War 2 and Fable II all nominated in the majority of the nine categories.

In with a chance of winning seven awards apiece are Valve's zombie shooter Left 4 Dead and Bethesda's dark future RPG Fallout 3, while Epic's FPS sequel Gears of War 2 and Lionhead's fantasy adventure Fable II are both up for six awards.

In fact, of the nine categories - which each contain four nominations - those exact four will battle it out in four, while other prominent titles to be nominated just once include Crysis: Warhead, Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria, Call of Duty: World at War and Too Human.

The awards, which also present prizes for the animation and visual effects industries, will take place in April and be hosted by the voice of SpongeBob SquarePants, Tom Kenny.

The full list of categories and nominations is as follows:

Fable II claims 'Action and Adventure' award at BAFTAs. (News)

Mar 11, 2009

Ve3tro writes: "Today, Xbox 360 and Lionhead Studios are thrilled to announce that the blockbuster "Fable II" claimed the prestigious accolade of "Action and Adventure" award at the Video Game BAFTAs, held last night in central London.

"For us the BAFTA's are one of the most important video games awards with its British and film association – our BAFTA for Fable II will take pride of place in our offices'' commented Peter Molyneux, Studio Director, Lionhead Studios. ''The team at Lionhead put a great deal of passion, hard work and care into making Fable II, so it is fantastic to get this kind of recognition from both fans and the judges.""

Lionhead sells Fable mask on eBay (News)

Feb 24, 2009

Via CVG: "Lionhead sends word that ones of its senior artists is flogging a one-of-kind Fable II Hobbe mask on eBay. Not for charity of anything - he's skint.

'Jamie our resident Senior Artists and Sculptor is selling some of his items on Ebay (probably to make space in the loft). One of the items that will undoubtely be of interest to any Fable II fan is this Hobbe Creature Mask (link) in Latex that can actually be worn by the owner,' reads the not on the Lionhead community site."

The Top 7… worst games in great games (Feature)

Feb 16, 2009

Today, we’re taking a timeout to break through the fourth wall of online features about games to highlight the seven worst games set in the worlds of great games. Why? Because these minigames are a special breed of boring. We’re tired of tacked-on gambling activities, awful fictional sports, and stale satires of classic arcade hits that dwell in the bowels of some of the best games ever.

Why does this happen? ...

LittleBigPlanet, Braid, Left 4 Dead lead game developers choice award finalists (News)

Feb 9, 2009

Gamasutra writes:

"Media Molecule's LittleBigPlanet leads the nominees for the ninth annual Game Developers Choice Awards with seven nominations, organizers have revealed.

Number None's Braid follows closely with five nominations. Among the nominations for LittleBigPlanet is the coveted Game of the Year award.

Other nominees for that category include Fallout 3 and Left 4 Dead, each of which received a total of four award nominations; Rockstar North's Grand Theft Auto IV, which earned a total of three nominations, and Lionhead Studios' Fable 2. Winners will be honored at an awards show taking place during the 2009 Game Developers Conference."

Warning: This article definitely contains spoilers (Feature)

Feb 6, 2009

Right, Darth Vader is Luke’s father, Bruce Willis is dead in the Sixth Sense, Brad Pitt and Edward Norton are the same person in Fight Club. There, we’ve just ruined three movies for you. We’re fairly sure you won’t care about us ruining these plot twists by the end of this article, though, as we’re about to spill the beans on 80 (some potentially game-ruining) spoilers. ...

Print Up A Fable II Albion Wall Map (News)

Feb 4, 2009

Lionhead writes:

"Many people have emailed us about it and we've seen plenty of requests on the forums; people want a copy of the Fable II map of Albion! And as you know, when our community asks, we deliver.

So we asked our artists to render a copy of the Albion map for the web and here is what they came up with. It's in huge quality so can be printed to put on your wall in Ultra High Definition."

Fable II, Banjo Kazooie Sales Are Chalk & Cheese (News)

Jan 28, 2009

Kotaku writes: "Microsoft released three first-party games towards the end of 2008. Gears of War 2, we know, is a smashing success. But what of the other two games, Fable II and Banjo Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts?

Sales data released by the NPD Group today reveals that the games' experience on store shelves couldn't have been more diffierent. Fable II was a surprising success, by January 1 selling a respectable 1.2 million copies in the US. Not too shabby.

But Banjo? Seems Rare's stab at innovation by introducing customisable vehicles to the game was a flop with consumers, as the game had only sold a meagre 140,000 copies by new year's day."

Lionhead denies Fable II PC rumours (News)

Jan 26, 2009

Lionhead has posted on its developer forums stating that the recent PC port rumour on WhatIFGaming has no substance.

"We're not working on a PC version of Fable II," said Lionhead employee. "If this changes we'll make sure you know about it."

Move along. Nothing to see here.

Lionhead Studios: Fable II on PC Imminent (News)

Jan 24, 2009

WhatIfGaming: "Lionhead Studios just sent word over to us that Fable II might not be officially confirmed by the publisher Microsoft, but they pretty much can give everyone the good news:

"Fable II has been an enormous success on the Xbox 360. A Fable II for PC users would be likely imminent. Keep checking back with us for more updates."

There you have it. PC users get ready for a new game soon from Lionhead Studios."

Fable 2 DLC Bug - Sliding Through Knothole Island (News)

Jan 14, 2009

www.pushingplay.com writes "Fable 2 was fun. So much fun that when the DLC was released today I thought, "Sure, I'm in for some more of that." I handed over my 800 points and downloaded the mysterious, new Knothole Island, a land of, what I thought, would be fun adventure. Hit the jump and read about what got in the way of my fun…"

Xbox Live Marketplace Update: Wednesday 14th January 2009 (News)

Jan 14, 2009

Console Monster writes: "It's Wednesday and this year currently looks poor for the Xbox Live Arcade with no title release today. Fortunately, new Castle Crashers content releases today along with the following for Wednesday 14th January 2009:

Castle Crashers - King Pack
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox Live Regions
Description: Add to your arsenal of good with 2 new playable characters plus additional weapons and animal orbs. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/Live/accounts.
Size: 108 KB

Rock Band: Lenny Kravitz Pack 01
Price: 550 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox Live Regions
Description: Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Lenny Kravitz Pack 01. This pack includes "Let Love Rule," "Are You Gonna Go My Way," "Freedom Train," and "Mr. Cab Driver" by Lenny Kravitz. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. This song game track pack includes four song game tracks at a discounted rate over individual purchases. Many Rock Band songs are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These songs are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Size: 117 MB..."

Halo assault rifle in Fable 2 DLC (News)

Jan 13, 2009

Reports are coming in from various sites, that the new Fable2 DLC: Knothole Isle, contains the assault rifle from the Halo series. Appropriately titled "Hals Rifle", it is designed to go with the limited editions Master Chief outfit. The gun can be found at "The Box of Secrets" store, you trade expierience extract for the weapon.

Microsoft: Knothole Island not free (News)

Jan 13, 2009

VG247: Microsoft has told videogaming247 that the "Free" Knothole Island the site linked to earlier is simply allow players who can't be bothered buy it, the chance to play co-op with their mates.

Download Knothole Island for free? (News)

Jan 13, 2009

Although Fable II DLC Knothole Island isn't on the Xbox Live Marketplace yet, it is, however, on Xbox.com for what appears to be no money what so ever.

Fable II Knothole Island out now (News)

Jan 13, 2009

After being delayed from its December 2008 release, the Fable II Knothole Island DLC has finally been released. The premium DLC will set you back 800 Microsoft Points, but includes new adventures, new creatures and rare weapons.

Fable II title update live (News)

Jan 10, 2009

Lionhead has released a title update for Fable II fixing numerous bugs that were reported on the sites forums.

Fable II Bug Fix Patch Finally Live (News)

Jan 10, 2009

Kotaku: Lionhead's announced that a patch finally fixing a slew of bugs - including the infamous unresponsive abbott in Monk's Quest - has gone live today. And good news! No one will assassinate your child anymore!

Daily News Roundup: January 8, 2009 (News)

Jan 9, 2009

Fable 2 Downloadable Content, as well as news on Gears of War 2 and Halo Wars.

Xbox Live Marketplace Update: Thursday 8th January 2009 (News)

Jan 8, 2009

Console Monster writes: "The first demo of 2009 has skated onto the Xbox Live Marketplace today, weighing in at 2 GB. There's also content for Tom Clancy's EndWar and Guitar Hero: World Tour as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the team behind Fable 2 ahead of the new download content released later this month. Here is the full Xbox Live Marketplace Update for Thursday 8th January 2009:

Skate 2 Demo
Price: Free (Exclusive Gold Offer)
Availability: All Xbox Live Regions
Size: 2 GB
Description: Download the demo and hone your skills before Skate 2 hits stores as you rip around Slappy's, move objects to create spots, and take on new set of challenges. Also compete against up to 4 of your friends in an all out break your bones Hall of Meat challenge. Skate 2 will be in stores worldwide on January 23.

Tom Clancy's EndWar: Faction Elite Pack
Price: 300 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox Live Regions
Size: 108 KB
Description: Unlock the 3 most elite battalions and some of the most advanced unit upgrades of Tom Clancy's EndWar. Exclusive battalions include the legendary JSF 15th Special Operations, Spetsnaz Alpha Brigade, and Enforcer Corps Battlegroup 1. This download also grants immediate access to 6 exclusive unit upgrades (2 per faction). There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts..."

Confirmed: Fable II DLC coming January 13th (News)

Jan 8, 2009

Lionhead Studios confirmed today that the upcoming DLC named Knothole Island will be released for Fable II on the Xbox Live Marketplace on January 13th.

Fable II Gets "Platinum Status" in UK, Patch "Very Soon" (News)

Jan 7, 2009

SCRAWL: "Lionhead's Fable II is taking a platinum in the United Kingdom. When it was released, it was the fastest selling RPG on the Xbox 360 ever released, so the ELSPA is awarding the game with a "platinum status". That means Fable II is within a select group of games that sell over 300K units in the United Kingdom."

Lionhead "very close" to Fable II DLC release date and patch (News)

Jan 7, 2009

A Lionhead spokesman has told videogaming247.com that a release date for the delayed DLC, Knothole Island is "very close" and that applies to the patch, too.

Eurogamer's Top 50 Games of 2008: 10-1 (News)

Dec 30, 2008

Here we are then, the final installment in our Top 50 Games of 2008. It's worth reiterating once again that the list is not intended as a definitive rundown of the 50 best games of the year, but instead reflects votes cast by our staff and contributors based on the games they have played and enjoyed.

Ripten Readers' Choice: Game of the Year (News)

Dec 30, 2008

2008 was a big year. There were so many great games released that it's incredibly hard to decide which one deserves to be the Game of the Year… so that's why Ripten is going to make you do it. Have a gander at Ripten's nominees and let them know which game you think deserves top honors. Additionally, they want to spark some debate as they also want to know which of the nominees is least deserving of Game of the Year.

The best commenter (best arguments, most interesting or humorous comments - as decided by Ripten staff) will also be rewarded with a super awesome prize: a free game! Let your voice be heard!

The nominees are:

Left 4 Dead
Metal Gear Solid 4
Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Grand Theft Auto IV
Fable II
LittleBigPlanet
Fallout 3
Gears of War 2

Fable II tops social interaction chart (News)

Dec 18, 2008

GI.Biz writes: "Fable II was the most socially interactive title in the US in October, new data from Networked Insights has revealed. According to the company the game generated over 8 million interactions across various social media and social interaction sites, making it the most talked about game in that month."

Fable II's 'Knothole Island' DLC delayed until 'late January' (News)

Dec 18, 2008

Destructoid writes: "According to an official announcement on the official Xbox website, Fable II's 'Knothole Island' DLC will not be hitting Xbox Live Marketplace until 'late January 2009' because of 'unexpected technical difficulties.' This marks the second delay of the content that was originally supposed to debut on December 12.

'Knothole Island' will introduce players to a new landmass with several new quests, items, properties, and enemies. The source of the problem could be tied into its nature – the developer of the content, Lionhead, were going to put two different versions out for consumers.

The premium version (800 Microsoft Space Dollars) would allow players full freedom with the content. The regular version (free) would restrict players from the vast majority of the 'Knothole Island' DLC unless they were with a friend who had purchased the content. One could certainly speculate that getting these two different downloads to work together may have been the source of the problem.

Because of the delay of the content, Microsoft has put a hold on their 'Knothole Island Download & Win Sweepstakes' which was intended to put players in a lottery to win decent prizes if they purchased and played the content between December 22 and 23. We were all eagerly awaiting this contest and are severely disturbed that it has been delayed."

New Fable 2 Achievements (News)

Dec 12, 2008

Console Monster writes: "We have just added the new Achievements for Fable 2 on the Xbox 360. The achievements relate to "Knothole Island" – the name of the new downloadable content for Fable 2 released on Monday 22nd December 2008. The content will cost 800 Microsoft Points and will coincide with a patch which allows co-operative play (available to all players).

The list contains 3 new achievements worth 75 GamerScore:

The Collector - 25 GamerScore
Acquire all the mystery items in The Box of Secrets shop, or see another Hero do so.

The Meteorologist - 50 GamerScore
Bring all of Knothole Island's weather problems under control, or help another Hero to do so.

The Bibliophile - 25 GamerScore
Find all the books detailing the history of Knothole Island, or help another Hero to do so..."

Fable II DLC gets firm release date (News)

Dec 11, 2008

VG247: Lionhead has confirmed today that the Knothole Island downloadable content will be available to download from December 22, and not December 12 as previously published.

Molyneux not worried by Fable II price drop (News)

Dec 10, 2008

Lionhead boss Peter Molyneux has revealed he wasn't overly concerned when he saw his latest title reduced to half its RRP only weeks after the game first hit stores.

UK video game retailer GameStation recently offered Fable II for only £19.57, but Molyneux noted that it's not just his game being reduced this winter.

Whose co-op is best? (Feature)

Dec 10, 2008

Looking for a game you can play with your friends? We’ve dispatched our crack team of editors to sort through six of this holiday’s top games and deliver a verdict on the season’s best co-op offerings. For this feature we focused on high-profile shooters and action games, because it doesn’t really make sense to compare Animal Crossing or LittleBigPlanet to Gears of War or Call of Duty. ...

Molyneux hints at Fable II digital release (News)

Dec 10, 2008

Peter Molyneux has hinted that Fable II could be made available as a full digital release on Xbox 360.

The Lionhead Studios boss refused to confirm any concrete plans, but told GamesIndustry.biz: "I think it would be a great thing for this studio to work on."

Pressed on whether there were already plans for the critically-acclaimed RPG to be made available over Microsoft's Live service, Molyneux said: "I can't say anything else on it – I would be killed to death."

Microsoft, which already offers full original Xbox titles for download via its Marketplace service, has never formally revealed intentions to make full retail 360 titles available, but industry watchers have long predicted this could happen later in the console's lifecycle.

Molyneux's enthusiasm for a digital release comes after the success of the original Fable, which was made available for download on 360 earlier this year as part of the Xbox Originals range.

"It did really, really well," he revealed. "It was one of the highest selling, if not the highest selling, [Xbox Originals title]. I didn't track that exactly, but I know a lot of people got very excited about it when it came out."

Fable II released in Europe on October 24 and topped the UK charts after its opening weekend.

Fable II - Glitchy co-op play (Video)

Dec 10, 2008

This is role-playing in the child's sense: dress up and pretend. Despite the long load times and clunky inventory screens you can be who you want and have a rollicking good adventure.

What to Play This Week on Your 360 (No New Releases) (News)

Dec 7, 2008

This week there are no new games being released on the Xbox 360, that's right absolutely zero, so it's a perfect time to catch up on some of the recent triple A titles that you may or may not have had time to play; we list our top five after the jump.

Rumor Killers: December 5 (News)

Dec 5, 2008

Is Metal Gear Solid 4 finally coming to the 360?

Is Fable 2 coming to the PC?

Is Nintendo revamping the Wii Remote?

Nominees Announced for "X-Play Best of 2008 Awards" (News)

Dec 4, 2008

G4 and their hit show "X-Play" have announced their complete list of nominees for the "X-Play Best of 2008" awards show that will premier in a one-hour special on the network Tuesday December 9, 2008 at 8pm est/pst. The show's hosts Adam Sessler and Morgan Webb will be revealing the selections from the 20+ categories in the sixth annual special.

List of Changes for Upcoming Fable II Patch (News)

Dec 3, 2008

Lionhead has revealed a list of details on what changes/fixes the upcoming patch for Fable II will make. The patch is almost finished, but is currently being tested and finalized, although it should be released soon.

5 reasons real life should be like Fable II... (Feature)

Dec 3, 2008

And a couple of reasons it really shouldn't be. A photo guide to life under Lionhead's rules. ...

Black Friday (and Thanksgiving Day) Video Game Deal Roundup (News)

Nov 28, 2008

Here's a roundup of Black Friday videogame deals, with many online deals happening now! There's stuff listed below for the PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, DS and PSP. Also a the limited edition Gunmetal Metal Gear Solid 4 PS3 resurfaces on Amazon.com!

Fable II conjures up 1.5 million in sales (News)

Nov 25, 2008

Microsoft just revealed that 1.5 million copies of Fable II were sold worldwide during its first two weeks at retailers, with nearly 800,000 copies being sold in the U.S.

Microsoft announces first DLC for Fable II (News)

Nov 24, 2008

Microsoft announced today that Starting Dec. 12, 2008, fans will be summoned back into Albion's service with the release of the Knothole Island downloadable content pack. The remote island of Knothole is dying: its golden sands and lush vegetation are covered with snow, its people freezing, its treasures buried. Only a hero can face the trials of the three shrines to bring back the sunshine.

Fable 2 - big announcement today? (News)

Nov 24, 2008

A Fable 2 announcement was due last week but was canned and rescheduled for Monday 24th November. Well that's today, what could this be? Downloadable content, patch or something else entirely? Msxbox-world has received confirmation from Lionhead that the announcement will arrive today.

Fable II - Launch trailer (Video)

Nov 21, 2008

This is role-playing in the child's sense: dress up and pretend. Despite the long load times and clunky inventory screens you can be who you want and have a rollicking good adventure.

Facebook Group Emerges For 'Fable II' Players Who Set Fake Families On Fire (News)

Nov 19, 2008

Tracey John from MTV Multiplayer writes:

"For those of you who've played Fable II, you know the game is about the choices you make. For the most part, you're in control of how you want your player to end up - good or evil.

But there is one aspect beyond players' control… what happens when you unintentionally push the B button near loved ones.

Let me explain: In Fable II, players can assign different magic abilities to the B button. Many players, myself included, went with a power called "Inferno," a spell that allows the player-character to shoot fire from his/her hands.

When in the towns, you can interact with people and perform expressions to amuse them, even drawing large crowds to you. But in doing so, it's also easy to accidentally hit the B button when navigating the menus. And whatever spell you've assigned to that B button - well, you can guess what happens.

If you've had this problem too, you're not alone. There's a Facebook support group called the "Association of Accidental Arsonists." The description reads, "A support group for Fable II players who've set spouses, houses and mouses ablaze in err." Yesterday I found out who started this group."

Important Fable II announcement not coming this week (News)

Nov 19, 2008

Lionhead Studios has updated its blog site with news that the Fable II announcement that was promised this week, has been pushed back until Monday 24th November.

I know what you're thinking, but no, I'm afraid this is not the BIG news that got me (and most of you) so excited last week. The big bods over in Redmond decided that, this week wasn't the time to tell you what that announcement is we have ready here in Guildford. However, there is some good news. To celebrate the launch of the New Xbox Experience, we've created an all-new Fable II theme for your dashboard. Go show your Fable pride!