Console: | Microsoft Xbox 360 |
TV Standard: | NTSC-U |
Developer(s): | Epic Games |
Publisher(s): | Microsoft Studios |
Release Date: | 2008-11-07 |
Players: | 2 |
Co-op: | Yes |
ESRB: | M - Mature 17+ |
Type: | Action, Shooter |
Gears of War 2 is a tactical, third-person, over the shoulder, shooter video game developed by Epic Games and published by Microsoft Game Studios exclusively for the Xbox 360. It is the sequel to the critically acclaimed best-seller Gears of War and the predecessor to Gears of War 3. It was announced by lead designer Cliff Bleszinski during the 2008 Game Developers Conference on February 20, 2008. It was released on November 7, 2008 and uses an updated version of the Unreal Engine 3.
The Limited Edition copy of Gears of War 2 (Retail Price around £50/$70) contains:
A copy of the game
A Bonus Disk containing videos:
A "Making the Game" Documentary (48 mins)
"Duel" Trailer
"Rendezvous" E3 Trailer
"Last day" Trailer
Concept art audio walk through videos on: Marcus, Dom, Kantus, the Locust Horde, and heavy weapons
Unlockable Limited Edition Gamerpics:
COG: Marcus, Dom, Baird, Cole, and Hoffman
Locust: Mauler, Grinder, Palace Guard, Flame Grenadier, and Cyclops
Samples of music from the game:
Main theme
"Enter the COG" (Intro)
"Maria"
A keepsake photo of Dom and his wife Maria (2.5x3.0)
A code for the Golden Lancer Assault Rifle (available only to people who have purchased the limited edition)
A Steelbook case
Beneath the Surface: An Inside Look at Gears of War 2.