Difference between revisions of "Fable III"
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# Download the patcher from [https://www.nexusmods.com/fableIII/mods/3? this page]. | # Download the patcher from [https://www.nexusmods.com/fableIII/mods/3? this page]. | ||
# Extract the contents of the downloaded archive to a temporary working folder with at least 4GB of space available. | # Extract the contents of the downloaded archive to a temporary working folder with at least 4GB of space available. | ||
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# Keep the contents of the "Source" folder somewhere safe just in case you want to revert the changes my patcher made. | # Keep the contents of the "Source" folder somewhere safe just in case you want to revert the changes my patcher made. | ||
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# Make a backup of <code>{{p|game}}\data\levels.bnk</code> and <code>{{p|game}}\data\levels.bnk.dat</code> in case something goes wrong. | # Make a backup of <code>{{p|game}}\data\levels.bnk</code> and <code>{{p|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 Fable 3 BNK Browser from [http://timeslip.users.sourceforge.net/ this site]. | ||
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{{--}} Changing video settings in-game may reset the resolution; repeat these steps if that happens. | {{--}} Changing video settings in-game may reset the resolution; repeat these steps if that happens. | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\PCVideoOptionsApplet\</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|game}}\PCVideoOptionsApplet\</code> | ||
# Run <code>PCVideoOptionsApplet.exe</code> | # Run <code>PCVideoOptionsApplet.exe</code> | ||
# Choose your resolution and save your changes. | # Choose your resolution and save your changes. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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# Go to <code>{{p|appdata}}\Lionhead Studios\Fable 3</code> | # Go to <code>{{p|appdata}}\Lionhead Studios\Fable 3</code> | ||
# Edit <code>VideoOptions.xml</code> | # Edit <code>VideoOptions.xml</code> | ||
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{{ii}} Games for Windows - LIVE should be disabled if its anti-cheat protection is crashing the game. | {{ii}} Games for Windows - LIVE should be disabled if its anti-cheat protection is crashing the game. | ||
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# See [[#Bypass Games for Windows - LIVE|Bypass Games for Windows - LIVE]] and apply the fix. | # See [[#Bypass Games for Windows - LIVE|Bypass Games for Windows - LIVE]] and apply the fix. | ||
# Install [http://cheatengine.org/downloads.php Cheat Engine]. | # Install [http://cheatengine.org/downloads.php Cheat Engine]. | ||
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{{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that. | {{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that. | ||
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# Download and open [https://ci.appveyor.com/project/Orbmu2k/nvidiaprofileinspector/build/artifacts NVIDIA Profile Inspector]. | # Download and open [https://ci.appveyor.com/project/Orbmu2k/nvidiaprofileinspector/build/artifacts NVIDIA Profile Inspector]. | ||
# Open the Fable III profile from the list. | # Open the Fable III profile from the list. | ||
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{{++}} Benefits include faster loading and saving times, an increase in frame rate, and no out-of-place looking GFWL screens. | {{++}} Benefits include faster loading and saving times, an increase in frame rate, and no out-of-place looking GFWL screens. | ||
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# Download [http://timeslip.users.sourceforge.net/ Fable III GFWL remover]. | # Download [http://timeslip.users.sourceforge.net/ Fable III GFWL remover]. | ||
# Extract {{file|xlive.dll}} to <code>{{p|game}}</code>. | # Extract {{file|xlive.dll}} to <code>{{p|game}}</code>. |
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Developers | |
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Lionhead Studios | |
Publishers | |
Microsoft Studios | |
Release dates | |
Windows | May 17, 2011 |
Warnings
- For Games for Windows - LIVE on Windows 8 or later, install the latest Games for Windows - LIVE software.
Fable | |
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Fable: The Lost Chapters | 2005 |
Fable III | 2011 |
Fable Anniversary | 2014 |
Fable Fortune | 2018 |
Fable | TBA |
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Amazon.com | Can be played without Steam running.[1] |
- All versions require Games for Windows - LIVE and SecuROM DRM.
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Understone Quest Pack | ||
Dog Outfit | ||
Industrial Knight Outfit | ||
Dog Breed Set | ||
Traitor's keep Quest Pack | ||
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
).[2]
Skip intro videos
Automatically patch levels.dat with blank BINK videos[1] |
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Manually patch levels.dat with blank BINK videos[2] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/105400/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/105400/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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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.
Use the Video Options Applet (recommended method)[citation needed] |
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Edit VideoOptions.xml manually[citation needed] |
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Field of view (FOV)
- Games for Windows - LIVE should be disabled if its anti-cheat protection is crashing the game.
Custom FOV with Cheat Engine[citation needed] |
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Notes
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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.[3] | |||
LAN play | ||||
Online play | 2 | Co-op |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod to improve 3D support. | |||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D |
Devices | |||
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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
- 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.
Issues fixed
Run the game at screen refresh rate
- Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
Set highest refresh rate in fullscreen[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Other information
Bypass Games for Windows - LIVE
- A fake version of
xlive.dll
can allow you to play the single-player without having GFWL installed. - Benefits include faster loading and saving times, an increase in frame rate, and no out-of-place looking GFWL screens.
Use Fable III fake xlive[4] |
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Notes
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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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 GeForce 7600 GT ATI HD 2600 Pro |
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.