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{{ii}} A title update is available. The game should automatically prompt for the update when using a LIVE profile; the update can also be [http://download.xbox.com/content/4d53090a/tu10000083_10000283.cab downloaded manually] (extract the contents and run <code>setup.exe</code>).<ref>[http://forums.xbox.com/gfw/technical_support/f/253/t/2267.aspx UPDATES & TITLE UPDATES Support Start Here Technical Support - Xbox.com Forums]</ref> | {{ii}} A title update is available. The game should automatically prompt for the update when using a LIVE profile; the update can also be [http://download.xbox.com/content/4d53090a/tu10000083_10000283.cab downloaded manually] (extract the contents and run <code>setup.exe</code>).<ref>[http://forums.xbox.com/gfw/technical_support/f/253/t/2267.aspx UPDATES & TITLE UPDATES Support Start Here Technical Support - Xbox.com Forums]</ref> | ||
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| + | ===Skip intro=== | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| + | {{Fixbox/fix|Patch levels.dat with blank BINK videos}} | ||
| + | # Make a backup of <code><path-to-game>\data\levels.bnk</code> and <code><path-to-game>\data\levels.bnk.dat</code> in case something goes wrong. | ||
| + | # Download the Fable 3 BNK Browser from [http://timeslip.users.sourceforge.net/ this site]. | ||
| + | # Download the blank BINK file from [http://www.geocities.ws/xbdvdrg/blank.zip here]. | ||
| + | # Create a temporary working folder on a storage device with at least 4GB of free space. | ||
| + | # Extract the contents of the two archives you downloaded earlier into your working folder. | ||
| + | # Create two copies of the blank BINK file and rename them to <code>lionhead_logo.bik</code> and <code>microsoft_logo.bik</code>. | ||
| + | # Create an empty folder in your working folder to hold the contents of one of the game's resource packs. | ||
| + | # Open <code>BnkBrowser.exe</code> then click on '''Open'''. Navigate to <code><path-to-game>\data\</code> and open <code>levels.bnk</code>. | ||
| + | # Click on '''Extract All''' then select the folder you created in Step 7. Exit BnkBrowser when the extraction is finished. | ||
| + | # Open the folder you created in Step 7 then navigate to <code>art\videos\</code>. Move the two blank BINK files created in Step 6 into this folder and overwrite the originals. | ||
| + | # Open <code>BnkCreator.exe</code> then click on '''Add folder(s)'''. Select the folder you created in Step 7. | ||
| + | # Click on '''Create''' then navigate to <code><path-to-game>\data\</code>. Select <code>levels.bnk</code> then click on '''Save'''. | ||
| + | # Run the game to test that it starts without issue. After that, you may delete the temporary working folder. | ||
| + | }} | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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| Developers | |
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| Lionhead Studios | |
| Publishers | |
| Microsoft Studios | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | May 17, 2011 |
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Warnings
- For Games for Windows - LIVE on Windows 8 or later, install the latest Games for Windows - LIVE software.
| Fable | |
|---|---|
| Fable: The Lost Chapters | 2005 |
| Fable III | 2011 |
| Fable Anniversary | 2014 |
| Fable Fortune | 2018 |
| Fable | TBA |
General information
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
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| Amazon.com | |
Bundled with DLC and Fable: The Lost Chapters. | |
- All versions require Games for Windows - LIVE DRM.
DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Understone Quest Pack | |
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| Dog Outfit | |
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| Industrial Knight Outfit | |
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| Dog Breed Set | |
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| Traitor's keep Quest Pack | |
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| Rebel's Weapon and Tatoo Pack | |
Essential improvements
Patches
- A title update is available. The game should automatically prompt for the update when using a LIVE profile; the update can also be downloaded manually (extract the contents and run
setup.exe).[1]
Skip intro
| Instructions |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/105400/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/105400/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Multi-monitor
- Multi-monitor resolutions cannot be chosen in-game.
- Changing video settings in-game may reset the resolution; repeat these steps if that happens.
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Input settings
Audio settings
Network
- Online features require a Microsoft account (optional for offline play).
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | Xbox 360 version only.[2] | |||
| LAN play | ||||
| Online play | 2 | Co-op |
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Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Direct IP |
VR support
| 3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod to improve 3D support. | |||
| TriDef 3D | ||||
| iZ3D | ||||
| Devices | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 3RD Space Gaming Vest | |||
Issues unresolved
"Failed to contact key server" error on launch (Steam)
- A previous issue relating to Steam running out of keys for the game has now been resolved. The game remains unavailable to buy, but copies obtained via unused gifts or codes from third party retailers will now activate without issue.
- However, many people are still reporting that they're unable to use or activate the game's DLC. There has been no official response to this issue.
Some settings don't save (GFWL)
- Game Settings - Controls / Audio / Misc won't save for some users.
- Game Settings - Display are saved to
%APPDATA%\Lionhead Studios\Fable 3\VideoOptions.xml, which could mean it's possible to create .xml files for the other settings.
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | XP SP3, Vista, 7 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2 GHz AMD Athlon X2 4000+ |
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| System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 12 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia 7600 GT ATI HD 2600 Pro |
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Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (105400) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.