Fable
What It Is: Peter Molyneaux’s action-RPG series that puts you a hero in the super British world of Albion. In each game, you’re faced with plenty of moral choices that allow you to choose between being a Hero of the land or a Villain everyone hates. Also an easy paycheck for any British voice actor between the ages of 26 and 54.
Why You Should Play It: Like Amalur, Fable is on the opposite end of the fantasy spectrum, going for a very cheery and colorful look compared to the grittiness of The Witcher. The Fable games may not be as open ended as some of its competition, but it’s also not aggressively linear. No matter your preference, you’re sure to find your favorite play style between magic, ranged, or melee weapons. Albion is a beautiful land brimming with tongue in cheek British humor and personality that fans of the Monty Python films are sure to enjoy.
Which One You Should Play First: If you still have a 360, you can snag all three of the main games for one price. But between those, Fable II is your best option. It builds on the excellent foundation that the original provided while also redefining the system. Moral choices may not be as clearly telegraphed or as consistent like in other games, but the reputation system is much more subtler way of making your actions matter in Albion. Combat is much more efficient and flowing compared to the previous game, and the co-op adds for a fun tag-team element. The future of the franchise may currently be up in the air aside from Fable Legends, but the second installment is still very much worth your time.
