Gears of War 2 picks up six months after the events of Gears of War. The Limited Edition includes a collectible steel book DVD case, "Beneath the Surface: An Inside Look at Gears of War 2," a 48-page hardbound book, a bonus DVD including exclusive making-of-the-game video footage, an exclusive gold-plated Lancer Assault Rifle available during online play.
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Lets face it, if you are a fan of Gears of War there is nothing I could say that would change your mind. Which is a good thing since Gears of War 2 is a solid second edition to the popular thrid-person shooter. Solid gameplay coupled with smarter enemy A.I. Gears of War 2 should be on your must buy list for Christmas 2008. Gears of War 2 story may be short the co-op, horde mode, and online multiplayer should keep Gears of War spinning in your 360 for quite some time. This game may be more of a evolution than a revolution, but that is not necessarily a bad thing.
What's great about it: Tight Controls, Great Graphics, Active Reloading, Co-op, Horde Mode
What's not so great: Simple Story, Short, Gears 1was hard, Gears 2 is quite easier