In its strict sense a fable is a short story or folk tale embodying a moral, which may be expressed explicitly at the end as a maxim. "Fable" comes from Latin fabula (meaning 'conversation', 'narrative', 'tale') and shares a root with faber, "maker, artificer." Thus, though a fable may be conversational in tone, the understanding from the outset is that it is an invention, a fiction. A fable may be set in verse, though it is usually prose. In its pejorative sense, a fable is a deliberately invented or falsified account.
A fable often, but not necessarily, makes metaphorical use of an animal as its central character. Medieval French fabliaux might feature Reynard the fox, a trickster figure, and offer a subtext that was mildly subversive of the feudal order of society. A familiar theme in Slavic fables is an encounter between a wily peasant and the Devil. But the device of personification may be extended to anything inanimate, such as trees, flowers, stones, streams and winds.
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All Xbox - Reviewed by Mike Leonard, [3.5/5]. The unique visuals and very British sense of humor that permeates the game will certainly set it apart from the more Japanese-flavored efforts you may have tried...
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AllRPG - Reviewed by Brandon Howard, [9/10]. Fable is a game that is grandiose in scheme, but fails to do one thing. It's not actually epic.
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Controller Freaks - Reviewed by ydfyce, [86%]. Fable, the new game by Lionhead Studios and Big Blue Box Studios gives us yet another 'full release' of our demonic urges, by weaving bit of humanity into the video game world through full-frontal morality.
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Game Freaks 365 - Rated [8.8/10]. Fable's major problem lies in a balancing act between size and length.
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Game Over Online Magazine - Reviewed by Thomas Wilde, [82%]. It's still a great action-RPG, but it's not the game that its marketing says it is. [Xbox]
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GamerDad - Reviewed by Marc Saltzman. Yes, Molyneux has done it again. It's just too bad the game isn't as technically impressive as the content it somewhat hampers. (Xbox)
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GamersMark - Reviewed by Anthony Swinnich, [8/10]. With so many features removed and so much average gameplay, Fable is ultimately a failure. [Xbox]
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GamerzAlliance - Reviewed by Indestructible, [84/100]. A good game, that could have been great with another couple months of development.
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Games Asylum - Reviewed by Matt Gander, [8/10]. Always enjoyable, but falls slightly short of fulfilling its potential.
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Games Radar - Rated [91%]. Even if you took away the interaction with villagers, the marriage and the home-building, Fable would still emerge as a robust and absorbing RPG.
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GameSpy.com - Previewed by Will Tuttle, with screen shots. The new action RPG from renowned designer Peter Molyneux is perfect for the choosy gamer.
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Gaming Horizon - Reviewed by Keith Michaels, [9.4/10]. Fable is one of the rare few titles out there that leaves you with a satisfying feeling for making choices whether good or evil. [Xbox]
Got Next - Reviewed by Rich Marshall, [4/5]. When it comes right down to it, Fable seems to be no more than a glorified life sim with a good story and combat system.
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Heroes of Gaming - [9.7/10] Reviewed by Miranda Stites. There should be nothing stopping you from running out and renting this game right now; I guarantee that you will enjoy it. Includes screen shots and cheats. [Xbox]
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Into Liquid Sky - Reviewed by Vane. There's a lot here to enjoy, although you need to go into the game with a head clear of the marketing PR.
Just Adventure - Reviewed by Ray Ivey, [B]. It’s a stylish, great-looking, entertaining adventure. But it’s not a seven-course meal; it’s a miniature chocolate éclair.
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Kikizo Games - Reviewed by Alex Wollenschlaeger, [8/10]. Fable is an excellent example of a game done well. [Xbox]
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Realm of Gaming - Reviewed by Cory McGray, [9/10]. I love this game, but you might not, so don't buy until you rent or have had a chance to give it an hour or two or play time at a friend's house, as Fable is a mix of a lot of 'good' with a whole lot of 'short'. [Xbox]
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Rewired Mind - Rated [9/10]. For a game that has been in development for a long-time, it shouldn’t come as any surprise that it is very polished. [Xbox]
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Team Xbox - Reviewed by Rob Semsey, [9.1/10]. Fable will change how RPGs are designed and played forever.
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Video Games Rule - Reviewed by Snake, [85/100]. If you are an RPG fan then this is a must buy but if you're curious then you should just rent it.
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Xbox Core - Rated [9.3/10]. This game, though not the genre defining, mind blowing game it was hyped to be, is fun. [Xbox]
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XboxAxis - Reviewed by Jason Woo, [8.5/10]. Buy it, borrow it from your friends, but please do play it at least once.
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