Fable II, NBA 2K9, and the Necessity of Replay Value

I bought it after much anticipation. I enjoyed it thoroughly...for a couple of weeks. I'm not disappointed in the game itself, I'm disappointed in the lack of replay value.

So, I've already traded it in and picked up NBA 2K9. 2K9 has one of the best features I've ever used in a sports game. Players online can pick a position and stick with it throughout an entire game. Meaning, full 5 on 5 with the potential for a real person at every position.

I just finished a game as the Suns against the Spurs. I was Steve Nash, and my temporary friend was Amaré Stoudemire. We absolutely demolished the Spurs. I racked up 17 assists and 36 points, my friend ended up screwing around (we had a huge lead) and tossed up threes. He only missed one.

This is the value of multiplayer that is well thought out and done right. This was infinitely more fun than just the basic single player game modes.

Now, I reiterate that Fable II was a great game. It just lacked lasting power.