Enter the world of Fable II one episode at a time&the first one is on us!
Microsoft is offering a completely new way to experience “Fable II” through the power of Xbox LIVE and Games on Demand: “Fable II: Game Episodes.” Now anyone player curious about “Fable II” can explore the rich world of Albion, and develop their own wild stories about the glory or mischief they’ve gotten into as consequences of their choices in the game.
Debuting today on Xbox LIVE, “Fable II: Game Episodes” gives players the choice to purchase and download “Fable II” one episode at a time. This marks the first time in Xbox history that a major blockbuster title will be distributed not only digitally, but episodically as well. “Fable II: Game Episodes” delivers the entire “Fable II” experience in five consecutive instalments, with all the Achievements, challenges and excitement of the disc-based game, as well as full compatibility with the previously released Game Add-ons, “Knothole Island” and “See the Future.”
As an incentive for those curious about the adventures that await them in “Fable II,” Microsoft Game Studios is making the first episode free to download* In this initial episode, players are introduced to the vibrant world of Albion where every choice has a consequence, and are able to experience childhood and the trials of being a young adult. Players can then choose to purchase additional episodes on Xbox LIVE at their own pace.
Players who decide to purchase “Fable II” either digitally or on disc after a foray into the first game episode will find their saved progress, character profile, and items from the first episode will be transferred seamlessly as they continue their journey. All editions of the game offer cooperative play with friends through Xbox LIVE.**
“Fable II: Game Episodes” are rated M. For more information about “Fable II: Game Episodes” and “Fable III” please visit http://www.lionhead.com.
*Broadband Internet service fees may apply (sold separately), requires Xbox 360® Hard drive (sold separately). Downloads of content from Xbox LIVE® Marketplace are only available for Xbox LIVE account holders aged 18 years and over in New Zealand.
** Xbox LIVE Gold membership required for online multiplayer.
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Acquired by Microsoft Game Studios in 2006, the U.K.-based Lionhead Studios has developed a unique formula for creating original and innovative games such as the extremely successful “Black & White” for Windows in 2001, “Fable” for Xbox in 2004, “Fable: The Lost Chapters” for Windows in 2005, “Black & White 2,” “The Movies” in 2005, and “Fable II” in 2008, the best selling role-playing game of all time on Xbox 360.
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