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Gears of War 2

 

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  • User Score (749)
    8.7 8.7 from 749 reviewers
  • Expert Score (185)
    9.1 9.1 from 185 reviewers
  • Design (2)
    10 10 from 2 reviewers
  • Value for money (39)
    9.2 9.2 from 39 reviewers
  • Features (12)
    9.4 9.4 from 12 reviewers
  • Ease of use (2)
    7.5 7.5 from 2 reviewers
  • Sound quality (12)
    9.4 9.4 from 12 reviewers
  • Gameplay (65)
    9.1 9.1 from 65 reviewers
  • Graphics (68)
    9.4 9.4 from 68 reviewers
  • Sound (52)
    9.1 9.1 from 52 reviewers
  • Storyline (4)
    8.6 8.6 from 4 reviewers
  • Multiplayer (14)
    9.1 9.1 from 14 reviewers
  • Control (7)
    9.2 9.2 from 7 reviewers
  • Lifespan (16)
    8.3 8.3 from 16 reviewers
  • Reliability (2)
    7.8 7.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Overall quality (12)
    9.5 9.5 from 12 reviewers
  • Playability (6)
    8.9 8.9 from 6 reviewers
  • Replay value (6)
    8.2 8.2 from 6 reviewers
  • Funfactor (3)
    9.6 9.6 from 3 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Testfreaks blog

    Testfreaks blog
    10/10
    14 November 2008

    Gears of War 2 takes the game play and concepts from the original and expands on them, while providing the same gameplay experience. If you enjoyed the original Gears of War, then you will love this sequel. Read more

    • Improved gameplay from original, Better story and plot, Improved AI, Horde mode is fun as hell, Beautiful visuals and audio, Superior multiplayer options
    • Vehicles drag momentum down, Getting behind cover doesn’t always stick

  2. ztgd.com

    10/10
    23 January 2011

    Now this is how you make a sequel! The wait is finally over; the sequel to one of the most successful Xbox 360 titles and winner of numerous Game of... Read more

    • + One of the best looking games ever, + Incredibly story, + Voice acting is top notch, + Multiplayer is the best Ive played in recent memory
    • End boss fight disappoints, At times, partner AI is annoyingly dumb

  3. PlayDevil

    PlayDevil
    8.4/10
    14 October 2009

    At first glance the latest batch of Gears of War 2 downloadable content (All Fronts Collections) may seem a little expensive at 1600ms points but once you realise that it is in fact all previous packs combined into one then Read more

    • Good amount of content, Will add longevity to online multiplayer, Impressive new maps, New achievements available, Stealth gameplay does not really suit the franchise
    • Road to Ruin a little underwhelming, Casual players may find better value elsewhere

  4. talkxbox

    talkxbox
    10/10
    24 September 2010

    Bigger, better and more badass.  These are the words Cliff Bleszinski used when referring to Gears of War 2, raising expectations higher than its pred Read more

    • Vastly improved campaign and online, Great new weapons and enemies, Excellent audio/visual presentation, Horde can get addicting
    • Improved yet basic story, Lacks major gameplay progression

  5. Bright Hub

    Bright Hub
    10/10
    16 February 2009

    Marcus Fenix and Delta Squad are back to saw through more Locust hide in Gears of War 2, a sequel that is better than its predecessor in pretty much every way. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Awesome!

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Sagh429, Amazon
    3 weeks ago

    If you're a fan of third person shooters, you'll love this! I did. This is an overall awesome game, on top of awesome graphics and a multi-player mode that will always leave you wanting more! Highly recommended! Read more

  2. The Gears of War keep on turning

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: sim721, epinions.com
    3 weeks ago

    Gears of War 2 is the sequel to one of the Xbox 360's best selling first person shooter, Gears of Wa Read more

    • Lots of gore Huge variety of levels and play
    • No questions answered from the first game Can be a bit repetitive

  3. Great FPS

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: Dimka, Newegg
    17 April 2011

    Great game. I highly recomend it! Play the first one before this to get the second one. Read more

    • Another great FPS from Epic. What can I say... Its a great game. Good story line, great level design, good graphics, excellent gameplay and controlls... Definitely an elite game series! Also really fun in Horge mode!
    • I wish I could have more then 2 full size guns (ie assault rifle, shotgun and a sniper).

  4. One of the best campaigns out there.

    J&R
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Paul, J&R
    6 December 2008

    Awesome campaign! I still don't like the GOW multiplayer. It takes 5-10 minutes to get a game, then someone inevitably drops out of the game and on 5 player teams with ~10 second respawns that is a huge deal. Read more

    • Challenging, Engaging Story Line, Gameplay, Graphics
    • Hard to Learn, Multiplayer

  5. "Good Action Packed Game!"

    CNET
    9.0/10
    Reviewer: SamDaMan14, CNET
    30 August 2009

    Great Game! 9/10 Though Because Some Levels Are Boring But Otherwise Great If You Like Shooters! Plenty Of Gore,Action And Emotions GOOD GAME. Read more

    • Its Good If You Like Shooters Because This Game Features An Action Packed Storyline And A Good Story Following The 1st Game.
    • Some Of The Levels Can Get A Bit Boring Just Walking Around In Places With Wretches Jumping All Over You But I Completed It In A Week!

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Gears of War® 2 is the highly anticipated sequel to the 5 million-selling blockbuster action game, and one of the most popular Xbox 360® games in history.

  • Jaw-dropping visuals: Gears of War 2 raises the graphics bar for next-generation games through its breathtaking visual effects, made possible through advances in Unreal Engine 3.
  • Engaging story: The last cities on Sera are sinking, swallowed by a new Locust threat from below. As Marcus Fenix and Delta Squad purs…

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Previous questions about this product

  • How do you open console in GoW 2?

    I want to open console but I am not able to.. People say its ~ but not on my game.. And there is no enable option in the options either.. Thanks!

    Answered by nilufer2 2009-03-31:

    Try to check it in the menu settings and

  • Is there a PC version coming out?

    Answered by GWT357 2009-03-20:

    No, in an interview conducted in august of 2008 Cliff Bleszinski from Epic games stated that there would be no PC version of GOW2

  • Will gears of war 2 be 4 players

    Answered by KristoferB 2008-09-05:

    yes it will

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