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The Fable 2 community site has posted a vertically enhanced collage of the many forms the RPG's (anti-)hero can take. It's quite impressive and, after looking through the list, we realize our once-generic avatar can take on more traits than we ever expected. Check out the full image here.

JoystiqThe many (many) faces of Fable 2's hero originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iilionheadrpgWed, 08 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Fable 2's 'See the Future' DLC coming in May]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/06/fable-2s-see-the-future-dlc-coming-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/06/fable-2s-see-the-future-dlc-coming-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/06/fable-2s-see-the-future-dlc-coming-in-may/#comments
It's a morning just like any other, save for one joyous difference. You stumble out of bed, groggy and mildly alarmed by the monstrous shape your hair assumed during the night. A sip of coffee does little to bring your brain out of its fatigue nebula, with a glance at the calendar reminding you that ... wait a minute. It's May! The new Fable II downloadable add-on, "See the Future," is supposed to be out this month!

You quickly don your Bananas in Pajamas dressing gown and rush into the living room, shouting, "Wake up! Wake up you piece of slumbering silicon!" at the Xbox 360. Oh, you simply can't wait to download the new content, which marks the return of Murgo the Trader and the beginning of a new quest to lift a trio of curses placed on mysterious items. What wondrous new wares await you? What new breed will you choose for your post-potion pet? What good (or evil?) will you get up to with new costumes (including a Hobbe outfit!), hairstyles and "psycho Jester make-up?"

Oh, but you're getting carried away. There's still the 560 ($7) charge to pay before you can chase after the "Ghosts of the Snowglobe," save "The Cursed Knight" from his fate or bludgeon everything to a pulp in "The Colosseum." Of course, there are some free items offered to Fable II players (like "Welley's soldier helmet"), but only the premium pack offers ... oh. It's not online today.

You suddenly remember that Joystiq failed to mention what day in May the DLC would arrive. Those incompetent, unreliable bastards.

Gallery: Fable II: See the Future

JoystiqFable 2's 'See the Future' DLC coming in May originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 06 Apr 2009 11:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Actiondlcfablefable-2-dlcfable-2-see-the-futurefable-IIlionheadLionhead-StudiosMGSMicrosoftMicrosoft-Game-Studiosrpgsee-the-futureXbox-360Mon, 06 Apr 2009 11:10:00 EST<![CDATA[GDC09: 'See the Future' of Fable II DLC, next Lionhead game could be at E3]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/26/gdc09-see-the-future-of-fable-ii-dlc-next-lionhead-game-coul/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/26/gdc09-see-the-future-of-fable-ii-dlc-next-lionhead-game-coul/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/26/gdc09-see-the-future-of-fable-ii-dlc-next-lionhead-game-coul/#comments Peter Molyneux finally discussed details on the next Fable 2 expansion in an interview with IGN. Called "See the Future," this new expansion will arrive in Spring, bringing in some new gameplay mechanics and challenges. It'll also be important to the overall narrative as Molyneux informs that See the Future will "tie up a few loose threads" between Fable II and Fable I. There's more about Theresa, too, as well as "a clue about the future of the Fable story."

Fable isn't all that Molyneux's team is working on, though. Speaking to Kotaku, he talks about the future of Lionhead and its non-Fable developments. "In fact we've been working on, working incredibly hard, on something else [than Fable]," Molyneux divulged. He wouldn't say what it was nor would he say when exactly the studio would be ready to show it off, but he reckons E3 would be a good time for all that.

Source 1: IGN
Source 2: Kotaku

JoystiqGDC09: 'See the Future' of Fable II DLC, next Lionhead game could be at E3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Actiondlcfable-iigdc-2009lionheadlionhead-studiosMGSMicrosoftMicrosoft-Game-StudiosRPGXbox-360Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Molyneux: 'The industry is growing up,' wants to stay out later on weekends]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/22/molyneux-the-industry-is-growing-up-wants-to-stay-out-later/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/22/molyneux-the-industry-is-growing-up-wants-to-stay-out-later/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/22/molyneux-the-industry-is-growing-up-wants-to-stay-out-later/#comments
Peter Molyneux has grown up. In fact, he told Develop this past week that he believes the whole industry has matured. "We're growing up ... when I first started in this industry we were like six year-olds," Molyneaux says, speaking to the enormous development team sizes for games like Lionhead Studios' most recent foray, Fable II, and lamenting the industry's past arrogance towards structure of, well, any kind. "My feeling is that if you're making mistakes when you've got 100 people, that's a really big mistake," Molyneux says, adding, "You'd better make sure that you're making the mistakes when you're a ten or 20 person team; If you're doing that with 100 people, you are throwing millions of pounds down the toilet."

That being said, his position on what Lionhead Studios is doing other than Fable-related properties remains ... loose ... to say the least. "There are lots of things I would like to show you now; Within ten feet of you right now is possibly the most exciting thing I've ever seen," Molyneux teased Develop. What could it be?! We may never know, nor may you, as Molyneux remains surprisingly coy in his description. Lionhead has confirmed work on more Fable II DLC, so for the time being, we'll just have to be content with that.

JoystiqMolyneux: 'The industry is growing up,' wants to stay out later on weekends originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 22 Mar 2009 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Actiondevelopdevelopmentfable-IIindustryLionheadlionhead-studiosmgsMicrosoftmicrosoft-game-studiosmistakespeter-molyneuxRPGXbox-360Sun, 22 Mar 2009 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Unleash your inner Hobbe with this wearable latex mask ]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/02/23/unleash-your-inner-hobbe-with-this-wearable-latex-mask/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/02/23/unleash-your-inner-hobbe-with-this-wearable-latex-mask/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/02/23/unleash-your-inner-hobbe-with-this-wearable-latex-mask/#commentsThose interested in setting free their inner Fable 2 Hobbe will be pleased to know that a custom latex Hobbe mask is now available for purchase on eBay. The horrifying creation was expertly crafted by Lionhead employee Jamie Durrant from (what we guess is) the finest latex and Earth-friendly paints. The highest bid on the auction, which wraps up on March 1st, is currently £26.

While we're aware that Halloween is still months away, it doesn't mean you couldn't wear the mask to the grocery store, to a cousin's wedding or, the most likely event, while playing Fable 2. Not actually being able to see the television could be a (minor) problem, though.

[Via Fable 2 Development Blog]

JoystiqUnleash your inner Hobbe with this wearable latex mask originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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160,000 Microsoft points are up for grabs during this weekend's Underworld: Rise of the Lycans Sweepstakes and all you need to do to attempt to win your share of the MS point pot is to play Fable 2. Registration into the sweeps can be done online or via the XBLM and, once completed, you're required to play a Fable 2 co-op game. First prize is 80,000 MS points (enough to buy even the most expensive XBLM content) and the giveaway fun ends Monday, January 19th.

JoystiqUnderworld movie sponsors Fable 2 Play & Win originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 17 Jan 2009 13:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iilionheadlionhead-studiosplay-and-winunderworldSat, 17 Jan 2009 13:35:00 EST<![CDATA[Fanswag Weekly: Fable II Knothole Island DLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/14/fanswag-weekly-fable-ii-knothole-island-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/14/fanswag-weekly-fable-ii-knothole-island-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/14/fanswag-weekly-fable-ii-knothole-island-dlc/#commentsFiled under: ,


Update: This giveaway is now closed. Keep an eye on your inbox (and spam box). You might be a winner.

For this week's Fanswag offering, we are offering you the trip of a lifetime. Visit the beautiful and exotic Knothole Island in the land of Albion. Meet new friends, explore hidden places and discover new treasures. All you have to do is sit through one teeny, tiny, inconsequential timeshare proposal. Oh wait, no you don't. All you have to do is follow the directions below and you could win the brand new Knothole Island DLC for Fable II.
  • To enter the giveaway, leave a comment on this post telling us about either your most evil or most benevolent moment in Fable II.
  • Only one comment per person, per calendar day (eastern time). Posters of multiple comments in the same calendar day will be disqualified. We'll accept entries until 5:00PM eastern Friday, January 16th, 2009. You must be at least 18 years old to enter. This giveaway is open only to residents of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec).
  • On Friday, we'll pick one winner via a random drawing.
  • One winner will receive a redemption code for the Fable II Knothole Island DLC, worth $10.
  • Complete giveaway rules can be found here.

Gallery: Fable 2 - Knothole Island DLC

JoystiqFanswag Weekly: Fable II Knothole Island DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Word on the web is that Fable 2's recently released Knothole Island DLC comes packed with a certain Halo'riffic surprise that'll not only tickle your inner Master Chief fanboy, but will also aid in eliminating any and all Hobbes.

Available for trade at "The Box of Secrets" store is a new weapon that's, coincidentally enough, named Hal's Rifle. This new rifle weaponry looks a lot like the classic Halo Assault Rifle and its name, well ... it's kinda obvious what Lionhead is going for. Sporting a decent 59 damage per shot, a range of 50, 24 shots per clip and an augment slot, Hal's Rifle is a smart purchase. Especially for those who are sporting Fable 2's other Halo'tastic apparel.

JoystiqFable 2 Heros can now wield Hal's Rifle originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For those of you who just can't get enough of the land of Albion, the Fable II Knothole Island downloadable content is now available on Xbox Live Marketplace. We suppose that we should add that the DLC is only for those who can't get enough of Albion and have ten bucks to spare though, as the new content will cost you 800 Microsoft Points. The content contains new achievements, a brand new island to explore and a special Resurrection Shrine.

A quick note of clarification: there is also a "free" Knothole Island download available, but it's not what you think. The free download will only allow players without the DLC to play co-op with players that have purchased it. And no, you can't download the free DLC and play the new content with someone who purchased the premium version. You can still play co-op with someone who has it, but you'll have to purchase the premium version in order to visit Knothole Island together.

Quickie addendum: It looks like the free DLC does come with some free goodies. You can get them from Gordon the submariner (no, really) in the Bowerstone Market docks.

Gallery: Fable 2 - Knothole Island DLC

JoystiqFable II Knothole Island DLC now available originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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To prevent the pain that is caused by millions of fanboys attacking us with wooden baseball bats, because they claim we "ruined their Fable 2 experience" by "revealing a huge spoiler", we'll say this: Spoiler alert!

Now, for those who are daring enough to read further, onto the goods. Lionhead Studios just hinted that a certain "Resurrection Shrine" will be included in Fable 2's upcoming Knothole Island DLC. The shrine's resurrection abilities have only one use and, for those who completed their main Fable 2 quest and made a certain decision, said resurrection should be obvious. Got it?


[Via Joystiq]

JoystiqKnothole Island comes with 'Resurrection Shrine' originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iiknothole-islandlionheadlionhead-studiosMon, 12 Jan 2009 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Lionhead releases bug fixing Fable 2 patch]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/10/lionhead-releases-bug-fixing-fable-2-patch/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/10/lionhead-releases-bug-fixing-fable-2-patch/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/10/lionhead-releases-bug-fixing-fable-2-patch/#commentsFiled under: ,


Lionhead just sent word that the Fable 2 patch they announced last month has been officially released and will be applied when connected to Xbox Live with Fable 2. So, no longer will the Abbott bug break the game and (sadly) no longer will children be able to be assassination targets. That feature will be missed. Also, in preparation for the release of next week's Knothole Island DLC, Knothole Island has been added to the Albion map. Go get 'em fellow hero!

[Via Kotaku]

JoystiqLionhead releases bug fixing Fable 2 patch originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 10 Jan 2009 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iilionheadlionhead-studiosx3f-twitterSat, 10 Jan 2009 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Video: Insider's look into Fable 2's Knothole DLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/08/video-insiders-look-into-fable-2s-knothole-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/08/video-insiders-look-into-fable-2s-knothole-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/08/video-insiders-look-into-fable-2s-knothole-dlc/#commentsFiled under: ,


In typical Lionhead Studios fashion, team Lionhead is giving Fable 2 fans a look at the upcoming Knothole Island DLC using one of their expertly crafted video diaries. This is number eight, to be exact.

The video diary gives outsiders a look into the Fable 2 "going gold" process as well as what the general idea is behind the Knothole DLC. Along the way, we get a chance to see what this mysterious island will add to the Fable 2 journey, including new characters and items. Give it a watch and get excited for the Knothole Island DLC, coming to an XBLM near you January 13th.

JoystiqVideo: Insider's look into Fable 2's Knothole DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iiknothole-islandlionheadlionhead-studiosThu, 08 Jan 2009 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[PETA gives Fable 2 its seal of approval, chicken kicking included]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/06/peta-gives-fable-2-its-seal-of-approval-chicken-kicking-include/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/06/peta-gives-fable-2-its-seal-of-approval-chicken-kicking-include/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/06/peta-gives-fable-2-its-seal-of-approval-chicken-kicking-include/#commentsFiled under: ,


Looks like PETA has jumped into the yearly award gifting by announcing that the video game they feel most deserving of the title "Most Animal-Friendly Game of 2008" is Fable 2. Chosen by the PETA folks because Fable 2 carries a "strong pro-vegetarian theme" that "teaches gamers the real-life benefits of a vegetarian diet" through the game's purity points. How nice!

We'd agree with the PETA folks on the Fable 2 nod if it wasn't for a few not so animal friendly themes in the Albion world. You know, things like rewarding players with Gamerscore for kicking chickens, killing fluffy rabbits, eating crunchy chickadees and abusing your dog. True, if you do any of these activities, you'll build up your evil-ometer, but the fact that they're in the game PETA calls 2008's most "Animal-Friendly Game", well ... that's just odd. We guess vegetable purity points clouded their chicken kicking judgment.

JoystiqPETA gives Fable 2 its seal of approval, chicken kicking included originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iilionheadlionhead-studiospetaTue, 06 Jan 2009 16:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Tech issues delay Fable 2 Knothole DLC into Jan.]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/18/tech-issues-delay-fable-2-knothole-dlc-into-jan/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/18/tech-issues-delay-fable-2-knothole-dlc-into-jan/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/18/tech-issues-delay-fable-2-knothole-dlc-into-jan/#commentsFiled under: ,


Lionhead's first Fable 2 expansion, Knothole Island, was set for release to the Marketplace next Monday, December 22nd. Sadly, that just isn't the case anymore, because "unexpected technical difficulties" have caused its release to delay into late January.

According to the official Xbox.com page for the Knothole Island DLC, we're informed (in big red text, no less) that the late January time frame will be the Fable 2 DLC's new release. Exact date, yet to be announced. This delay is further proof of the longstanding rumor that Lionhead has been developing Fable 2 under an ancient Voodoo curse.

JoystiqTech issues delay Fable 2 Knothole DLC into Jan. originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Breakingfable-2fable-iiknothole-islandlionheadlionhead-studiosx3f-twitterThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Sir Molyneux set to deliver keynote at GDC '09]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/17/sir-molyneux-set-to-deliver-keynote-at-gdc-09/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/17/sir-molyneux-set-to-deliver-keynote-at-gdc-09/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/17/sir-molyneux-set-to-deliver-keynote-at-gdc-09/#commentsFiled under: ,


The 2009 Game Developers Conference that's set to take place from March 23rd through the 27th at the Moscone Center in San Francisco is going to kick off with a KABOOM! That KABOOM will originate from one Peter Molyneux, Lionhead Studios' big cheese who'll be keynoting the conference during a session called "Lionhead Experiments Revealed."

Molyneux's keynote will be followed up with various learning sessions throughout the week, including sessions by developers from Harmonix, Ubisoft, Bungie, Epic and more. Remember too that last year's GDC brought us an official Gears of War 2 reveal, so it would be a fair assumption to believe Microsoft has some gaming goodies planned.

JoystiqSir Molyneux set to deliver keynote at GDC '09 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 17 Dec 2008 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iigdcgdc-09lionheadlionhead-studiosmolyneuxpeter-molyneuxWed, 17 Dec 2008 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Like magic, Fable 2 Knothole achievements appear]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/13/like-magic-fable-2-knothole-achievements-appear/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/13/like-magic-fable-2-knothole-achievements-appear/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/13/like-magic-fable-2-knothole-achievements-appear/#commentsFiled under: ,


In preparation for the Fable 2 Knothole Island DLC's release next Monday, Xbox.com has been updated with a listing of Fable 2's new achievements. All unlocked (of course) through the Knothole DLC. The three achievements tally up to an additional 100 Gamerscore and, for the most part, are targeted towards the story progression.

Side note: What's up with Fable 2's use of helping or seeing "another Hero do so" to unlock achievements? A bait tactic to encourage co-op play?
  • The Collector (25GS) - Acquire all the mystery items in The Box of Secrets shop, or see another Hero do so.
  • The Meteorologist (50GS) - Bring all of Knothole Island's weather problems under control, or help another Hero to do so.
  • The Bibliophile (25GS) - Find all the books detailing the history of Knothole Island, or help another Hero to do so.
[Thanks, ZEBRA NINER]

JoystiqLike magic, Fable 2 Knothole achievements appear originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 13 Dec 2008 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lionhead has informed Eurogamer that the Fable II DLC entitled "Knothole Island" will be arriving on Xbox Live Marketplace on December 22. Set to debut the same day, Lionhead will also release a patch for Fable II that will allow players that have the DLC to play co-op with those who don't. Naturally, access to the DLC will be blocked during such co-op sessions, so don't go thinking you can play it for free if a friend buys it. The DLC will also include some free goodies, including Assassin's Gloves, a weight loss potion, Knight's Boots, a book (yay?), among other things. The Knothole Island DLC, as previously announced, will cost 800 Microsoft Points.

JoystiqFable II Knothole Island DLC arriving Dec. 22 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcfablefable-2fable-iilionheadlionhead-studiosmicrosoft-game-studiosThu, 11 Dec 2008 11:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Tricky Molyneux hints at Fable II digital release]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/10/tricky-molyneux-hints-at-fable-ii-digital-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/10/tricky-molyneux-hints-at-fable-ii-digital-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/10/tricky-molyneux-hints-at-fable-ii-digital-release/#commentsFiled under: ,


Fearing death at the hands of Microsoft execs, Lionhead's Peter Molyneux refuses to confirm or deny rumor that Fable II will be an Xbox 360 digital download (a la Xbox Originals), but did offer a lil' tease.

"I think it would be a great thing for this studio to work on," hinted Molyneux when asked by GamesIndustry.biz about the Fable II digital release rumor, adding "I can't say anything else on it - I would be killed to death." It wouldn't be all that surprising to see Microsoft releasing complete digital downloads of Xbox 360 titles, seeing that they've been open about their willingness to enter the digital release realm. We always knew that the Xbox Originals and (to a lesser extent) the NXE's game install programs to be test runs for digital 360 titles. We welcome Fable II or any other 360 game onto our hard drives as long as Microsoft adds a financial benefit for those choosing digital over disc. Ahem, make 'em cheaper.

JoystiqTricky Molyneux hints at Fable II digital release originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fable-2fable-iilionheadlionhead-studiosWed, 10 Dec 2008 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[X-Play Best of '08 awards Fable II GOTY]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/10/x-play-best-of-08-awards-fable-ii-goty/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/10/x-play-best-of-08-awards-fable-ii-goty/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/12/10/x-play-best-of-08-awards-fable-ii-goty/#commentsFiled under: ,


Peter Molyneux wins! Well, actually, all of Lionhead Studios wins because according to G4's X-Play, Fable II is their Game of the Year.

The sixth annual X-Play Best of 2008 Awards recently concluded with Mr. Molyneux and crew taking home the prestigious GOTY hardware and a few other 360 games walking away with wins as well. Games including Left 4 Dead, Braid and GTAIV. Check the break for a complete breakdown of all of X-Play's Best of '08 winners and ponder why your favorite 360 game (ahem, Gears 2) didn't make the cut.

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Lionhead has released three, and only three, new screenshots of the upcoming Fable II Knothole Island DLC. The screens show off some of the new characters you'll meet as well as some of the new locales to be explored. We're particularly enamored of the snowy mountain seen above. We're not sure what lies at its icy peak, but there is quite obviously a path leading there. It just screams Yeti, doesn't it? Could we at least hope for a snow troll? Check out the screens in the gallery below.

The release date for this 800 MS Point DLC has still not been announced.

[Via Joystiq]

JoystiqFable II: New screens of Knothole Island DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Our advice to Peter Molyneux and the team over at Lionhead Studios is to take the day off and pop open some champagne corks, because Fable II's first two weeks of sales are something to celebrate.

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. Quite impressive sales figures that we're sure both Lionhead and Microsoft Game Studios are proud of. Now, all we have to wait for is the December release of the Knothole Island DLC to see how well Fable II's DLC sells.

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Free-floating news, everybody! Lionhead Studios has revealed the first downloadable content pack for its dichotomous role-playing adventure, Fable 2. The "Knothole Island" pack introduces an island encased in snow, it's only hope for warm resolution resting on the shoulders of your swashbuckling hero. Or obese, mace-wielding woman.

The whole Knothole pack (detailed after the break) promises new quests, "wondrous" items and "bizarre" characters for a fee of 800 -- that's ten America bucks. If you don't have any of those to spare, you might want to look into the additional (and free!) DLC pack that promises "a show of gifts, including Knight's Boots, Assassins Gloves, a special Weight Loss Potion, collectible silver book and more." You'll also need it to play co-op with anybody who downloaded the Knothole pack (though you won't be able to partake in the new quests without downloading it yourself).

Expect the content to hit Xbox Live Marketplace in "mid-December."

Continue reading Fable 2 DLC takes heroes to 'Knothole Island'

JoystiqFable 2 DLC takes heroes to 'Knothole Island' originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After a week long delay, Lionhead Studios and Microsoft just pulled the curtain back on their BIG Fable 2 announcement and, as we expected, it's new downloadable content!

Releasing mid-December, the 800 Microsoft point Fable 2 "Knothole Island" DLC will be a new island to explore, where it's your hero's goal to bring sunshine back to an island that has suddenly been blanketed in snow. Snow that has left everyone either dead or really chilly. The DLC will also come with new items including Knight's Boots, Assassins Gloves, Weight Loss Potion and a collectible silver book. In total, there will three new quests, six new weapons, dozens of potions, and 50+ new leaderboards.

Finally, for those who aren't interested in the Knothole Island DLC yet want to play co-op with those who have made the purchase, Lionhead will be releasing free DLC that'll allow access to the island through co-op.

JoystiqBIG Fable 2 news: Knothole Island DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Last week, Lionhead revealed that a BIG Fable II announcement would be coming this week. Well, their plans didn't work out as expected and the BIG announcement has been delayed until next Monday, November 24th. Reason being that Microsoft decided this week wouldn't be the best time to announce BIG Fable II news, probably due to the whole New Xbox Experience release n' such.

There you have it, kids, a BIG Fable II announcement will be headed our way next Monday. We plomise!

JoystiqLionhead's not so 'big' Fable II update originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you haven't recently checked your inbox and registered for the Fable 2 Collector's Edition DLC offer, then we advise doing an inbox check this very moment. Reason being, Microsoft just emailed the DLC redemption codes to those who already registered.

If you recall, Microsoft forgot to place the CE exclusive DLC redemption code cards in some copies of the Fable 2 CE, which caused lots of commotion and angry customers. So, team Microsoft setup a website to allow those CE purchasers who didn't get their redemption code a chance to receive the content via registration on the website. And to those who gamed the system, registered for the DLC and never owned the CE, we think the email's opening sentence says it all. "Accept the consequences of your actions" ... mmkay?

[Thanks, to the hundreds of fanboys who sent this in]

JoystiqCheck your inbox, Fable 2 CE DLC codes have been emailed originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 15 Nov 2008 15:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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October hardware sales in North America were not good for Sony, with all three of its consoles seeing at least an 18% drop, according to this month's NPD report. The Nintendo Wii maintained its top spot with a 17% increase in sales, likely due to an increase in supply, while Xbox 360's price drop acted as the likely catalyst for its 6.85% increase.

Overall, total sales reached $1.31 billion, an increase of 18%. While accessories dropped 8% to 120.19 million, hardware increased 5% to $494.74m and software sales increased 35% to $696.79m. Fable 2 took the top spot, selling an impressive 790K copies after only ten days of release. Speaking of software, Fallout 3, which we know has moved 4.7 million units worldwide, placed third for the Xbox 360 with 375K.

Not making it into the top ten? Wii Music, which sold a disappointing 81K in its first 11 days of launch. That wouldn't have made the top ten for any NPD report this year.

- Wii: 803K 116K (16.89%)
- DS: 491K 45.8K (-8.53%)
- Xbox 360: 371K 23.8K (6.85%)
- PSP: 193K 45.1K (-18.94%)
- PS3: 190K 42.4K (-18.24%)
- PS2: 136K 37.5K (-21.61%)

Full software sales after the break.

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JoystiqOctober NPD: Wii up, Sony down, Fable 2 raking in the gold originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In an effort to steal our gaming attention, Lionhead just posted a new blog teasing that next week will bring a BIG Fable 2 announcement.

"I dare say it's a big announcement regarding Fable II, next week!" says the teasing blog, which can only logically be referring to one thing ... Fable 2 DLC. That's if logic holds true. It's either DLC or some sort of big announcement telling us that they'll be releasing a game patch that'll make those Pub Games cheaters' copies of Fable 2 start on fire the next time the game is loaded. Wouldn't that be fun?

[Via Eurogamer]

JoystiqBIG Fable 2 announcement coming next week originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As was promised, Lionhead and Microsoft have setup a method for those Fable II CE purchasers who didn't receive the redemption code to get their promised DLC. Silly game packaging mixups.

To claim your free Fable II DLC code, simply head over to the Xbox.com support page and enter your Windows Live ID here. Once filled out and submitted, Microsoft will email your Fable II DLC redemption code within' five business days. Easy as cake! But don't drag your feet too long, because this offer is only available until December 31st. Oh, and don't try to scam the system ...

[Thanks, to everyone who sent this in]

JoystiqClaim your Fable 2 DLC redemption codes originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lionhead has gone and fessed up to a particularly irritating glitch many Fable II players have unfortunately stumbled upon. Specifically, when speaking to an abbot at the outset of the "Monk's Quest," the game will simply not let you progress any further if you choose to brush the guy off and walk away while he's talking.

The developer said in a post on its official forums that, "Some things slip through the net during development, especially when a game is the size and scope of Fable II," and went on to offer its apologies to those affected. It doesn't have any advice, though, for what to do if you're already stuck. It is planning a title update to patch the bug - so that this doesn't happen to anyone else - but hasn't provided an ETA.

JoystiqLionhead working on Fable II 'Abbot' glitch fix originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 24 Oct 2008 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We've been receiving reports from several gamers -- and the Lionhead forums are positively buzzing -- about a game breaking glitch in Fable II. The glitch occurs during the quest called "Monk's Quest," in which players are tasked with speaking to the Abbot of the Temple of Light in Oakfield. Apparently, if players run into the temple, begin the conversation with the Abbot, and then leave the region before the conversation is finished, they are be unable to resume the quest, thus preventing them from completing the main story. Lionhead is currently working on the issue and advises all players to make sure to finish the conversation and cut scene before leaving the area. At the moment there is no fix for those who have already encountered the glitch.

Another glitch discovered in the game causes those who take one of their heroes into co-op with another player starting a new game. Apparently, when leaving childhood, all experience and gold will be wiped from the co-op character. Lionhead hopes to address this glitch in a title update, but advises players to only play co-op after the childhood stage has been completed.

[Thanks to everyone that sent this in]

JoystiqFable II players report game breaking glitch originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The lands of Albion -- as explored in Fable II -- are filled with many strange and wondrous things. Indeed, many of them are wonderful, even magical in nature, but make no mistake, there are dangers as well. In addition to its law abiding populous, Albion is home to all manners of beasts, spirits, and, well, less than law abiding citizens. To this end we provide The Albion Bestiary Compendium. No adventurer should leave home without it!

Come learn your ABC's with The Albion Bestiary Compendium.

JoystiqFable II: The Albion Bestiary Compendium originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Oct 2008 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Beginning Friday, October 31st through November 2nd, Microsoft Game Studios and Lionhead are sponsoring a Fable II Orb Quest Weekend where thousands of Microsoft points will be given away and one lucky "Hero" will get a one in a lifetime chance to visit Peter Molyneux at Lionhead's studios.

Each day the giveaway runs, 120 daily winners will receive 500 Microsoft points and 45 daily winners will win 1000 Microsoft points. Then, come Sunday, one grand prize winner will be selected to win a custom themed Fable II console and a trip to Lionhead Studios in Guildford, U.K. to hang with Molyneux and crew. To enter the fun, simply register your Gamertag and play plenty of Fable II co-op. Each hour you play, you'll gain an entry into the prize pool. So, keep the snacks close and the restroom visits to a minimum.

JoystiqGo on a Fable II Orb Quest, go visit Molyneux originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hot on the heels of the live action destiny trailer, Lionhead has released the official Fable 2 launch trailer. The trailer focuses on the same central theme as the destiny trailer, only this one is composed entirely of gameplay footage. With central question being "Who will you become?" we're treated to a very wide variety of different characters from burly pirates to lithe assassins. We also get a peak at some impressive landscapes. Since the trailer puts for it's question so bluntly, we might as well ask: what do you plan to do when you pick up Fable 2 (assuming you plan to). Oh, and those of you wanting to see the trailer in HD, it's currently available on Xbox Live Marketplace.

JoystiqFable 2 launch trailer asks: Who will you become? originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In the wake of Fable 2's impending release, Microsoft and Lionhead Studios just launched a new Fable 2 Destiny advertisement which is, well ... good.

The new ad doesn't push Fable 2's visuals, gameplay or even the friendly little pooch that's always by your side. Instead, their latest ad centers in on the hero you become and the choices you makes that determine what you'll become. Evil, good, clean, dirty, tattooed or on fire, it's your choice. It's a great ad and we're totally loving the flickering candle effect.

[Via Game Stooge]

JoystiqVideo: Fable 2 ad asks us to choose our destiny originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Way back in August, we reported that a Master Chief outfit -- a Spartan outfit, if you want to get technical -- would be making an appearance in Fable II. Now, thanks to DailyGame, we have the first screenshots of the outfit, which is known as Hal's Outfit in the game.. It looks slightly different from the original images. Overall we'd say it's closer to the actual look of the Chief's iconic suit. Also pictured in the new screenshots is the energy sword -- Hal's Sword. It looks nice and all, but it only deals a paltry 22 damage, so let's hope it has some amazing bonus properties. Head over to DailyGame for more images.

JoystiqFirst screens of Fable II's Master Chief outfit originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It looks like Fable II will be receiving its much publicized online co-op enabling patch on day one after all. In the wake of Lionhead's Peter Molyneux saying he hoped for a day one solution, community guru Sam has announced that the co-op patch is complete, saying, "It looks like we've done it...for all of you who are connected to Xbox Live, when starting up your copy of Fable II (on 21st October in USA, 24th October in Europe and 18th December in Japan)." Definitely good news for those looking to team up and fight the good fight for the fate of Albion. Even better news for those planning to do more important things, like buy up the Cow and Corset with their gambling winnings and share a free pint with a friend.

[Thanks, BA]

JoystiqFable II co-op patch is complete, available on launch originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After the break, you can view Lionhead Studios' latest Fable 2 developer diary that, coincidentally enough, was just released earlier today. This video diary (number seven to be exact) doesn't address any of the game's co-op changes or CE alterations, instead it's all about Fable 2's music, sound effects, voice over work and their implementation. Fun fact: Fable 2 is comprised of 9,000 unique sound effects that are compressed into just under 90MBs. Those Lionhead devs must practice dark magic.

Continue reading Latest Fable 2 dev diary is all about the sound

JoystiqLatest Fable 2 dev diary is all about the sound originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lionhead has released a new batch of screenshots from the upcoming Fable II. The six screenshots serve to highlight the variety of possible heroes available to gamers in Peter Molyneux's latest opus. All told we have an evil Slash wannabe, a pirate, a gun-toting gentleman wearing a Mardi Gras mask, a pale, white-haired vixen, a sideburns-sporting, purple-coated hero and ... a man in a dress. Yes, there's quite a bit of variety possible thanks to the many clothing and style options, not to mention the many moral and social choices that alter a characters appearance. And now, thanks to Fable II's Live co-op, you can actually show off your unique hero to your friends.

Check out a hi-res versions of these images in the gallery below.

JoystiqA rogues gallery of Fable II heroes originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A while ago we tipped our readers (that's you!) about GameDaily looking for questions to ask Fable II maestro Peter Molyneux. Well kids, the time has come. The 10 Questions feature with Peter Molyneux is now online and ready to read. Molyneux fields questions about the size of the game world (about 12 times bigger), whether or not players can choose their breed of dog (nope) and whether or not he dreams about Fable II (yup). We should probably warn big Fable II fans that the piece contains no major revelations about the game, but then there really isn't much left to reveal. For example, Molyneux does not confirm any player-vs-player support in Fable II, though he does admit "It would be cool to fight against other heroes, as everyone's hero will be unique."

Yes, it would be cool, wouldn't it? Head over to GameDaily for the full feature.

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JoystiqMolyneux answers gamers' questions originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 09 Sep 2008 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fablefable-2fable-iilionheadlionhead-studiosmgsmicrosoft-game-studiosTue, 09 Sep 2008 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Amazon lists Fable II LE for $13 less than retail]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/26/amazon-lists-fable-ii-le-for-13-less-than-retail/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/26/amazon-lists-fable-ii-le-for-13-less-than-retail/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/26/amazon-lists-fable-ii-le-for-13-less-than-retail/#commentsFiled under: , ,


It looks like Amazon is looking to grab the attention of 360 RPG gamers, because the company is currently listing the Fable II Limited Collector's Edition for $66.99, a full $13.00 off the retail price. Our instinct is to believe it must be an incorrect listing, but the page makes it quite clear that the listed price is 16% off retail and it includes the correct October 21 release date. So, if you're looking for some Fable goodness on the cheap (don't forget that pre-ordering at Amazon also nabs you the Fable II Pub Games for free), head over to Amazon and snatch one of these babies up. If you do so successfully, be sure to mention it in the comments!

[Thanks, Saeth]

JoystiqAmazon lists Fable II LE for $13 less than retail originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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