Fable Anniversary is a remastered edition of the original installment in the Fable series, developed by Lionhead Studios for Xbox 360 and PC. Released nearly a decade after the launch of Fable, Fable Anniversary serves as a high-definition update of Fable: The Lost Chapters.[1]
Lionhead Studios announced that all first-edition copies of the game include a code for the Launch Day Outfits & Weapons Pack. This bonus content features five new outfits, two new weapons, and a 10th Anniversary Lion's Head Avatar Helmet.[2]
Features[]
- Graphics Enhanced to High Definition
Fable Anniversary offers a significant visual upgrade over the original Fable, with remastered graphics and audio designed for the Xbox 360. The development team implemented extensive improvements, delivering a fresh experience with updated fidelity, lighting, and special effects. The game utilizes Unreal Engine 3 to achieve these advancements.
- High-definition graphics rendered at 1080p.
- Enhanced visual fidelity, lighting, and special effects.
- Built on Unreal Engine 3.
- Improved Interface, Save System, and Seamless Gameplay
The remaster takes advantage of the Xbox 360's capabilities to provide a smoother and more intuitive experience. A redesigned user interface simplifies navigation, while a new save system allows players to save their progress at any time, even during quests. The game also includes an optional control scheme modeled after the play styles of Fable II and Fable III.
- Enhanced and fluid gameplay.
- Streamlined user interface for easier exploration of Fable's rich world and menus.
- Faster load times.
- Save functionality available anytime, anywhere.
- Support for up to 18 saved games.
- Updated optional control scheme.
- Interface and menus designed to resemble a book.
- Achievements Introduced
For the first time, Fable includes a full set of 1,000 achievement points, designed to challenge both new and veteran players as they explore Albion.
- Includes a fan-designed achievement by Khaos Archangel:
- "Are you not entertained!?"
- Complete all eight rounds of the Arena without taking a break.
- "Are you not entertained!?"
- Several achievements can be earned through different choices or outcomes.[3]
- "Definitely not on rails"
- Visit every region in the game or become morbidly obese.
- "Definitely not on rails"
- Xbox SmartGlass Integration
The SmartGlass app allows players to enhance their experience by interacting with the game through their smartphone or tablet:
- View maps of the current area.
- Reveal quest markers and secret locations.
- Take in-game screenshots.
- Additional Features for the PC Version
The PC release includes exclusive changes and enhancements:
- Introduction of 'Heroic Mode,' a more challenging difficulty setting where enemies are stronger, potions are limited, and earning money is harder.
- Adjusted achievements tailored to PC hardware capabilities.
- The rate of character aging is reduced by 50% compared to the original game.
Trivia[]
- It is speculated that Ted Timmins advocated for unique content and additional quests—potentially restoring cut content—for Fable Anniversary as downloadable content (DLC), though these plans were never realized.
Gallery[]
Weapons[]
Videos[]
Minimum Requirements[]
- OS: Windows 7/8
- Processor: Intel 2GHz Core2 Duo / AMD Athlon 64 x2 2.4GHz
- Memory: 3 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon X1800 / Nvidia GeForce 7600GT
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 10 GB available space
See Also[]
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External Links[]
- Fable Anniversary FAQ
- Exclusive Walkthrough Video from Gametrailers
- Gamespot's Fable Anniversary page