Animation In Games

I enjoy a good video game, as I'm sure most do. I enjoy them even more when there's some great animation (I've bought plenty a game and played it only for the pretty animation and story). I happened to stumble upon the Opening Cinematic of Lionhead Studios upcoming game, Fable III.

I'd like to take the time to admit that the ending tugged hard at my heartstrings. Though that could just be from Zoë Wanamaker's narration.

I'm actually looking forward to the game now :/
With some luck the actual game will have good enough graphics to match.