Gears of War 2 News

  • Fallout 3 irradiates Golden Joysticks

    Postapocalyptic role-playing game earns two awards at annual UK awards ceremony; Modern Warfare 2 named One to Watch.

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    • Posted Nov 2, 2009 12:02 pm GMT

  • Unreal the 'unofficial engine' of Natal - Rein

    Epic Games VP says studio's middleware will fully support Microsoft's camera-based motion-sensing add-on, believes device may be bundled with all new consoles.

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    • Posted Oct 9, 2009 7:44 pm GMT

  • Epic on shipping Gears of War 2 in Japan

    Stronger violence almost caused Gears of War 2 not to be released in Japan, Epic president says.

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    • Posted Sep 28, 2009 11:51 am GMT

  • Shippin' Out Aug. 30-Sept. 5: Guitar Hero 5, Champions Online

    Activision's latest rhythm game rocks out with Cryptic's new superhero MMOG, C&C Commander's Challenge, Section 8, two PSP fighters, and Gears 2 GOTY Edition.

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    • Posted Aug 31, 2009 7:33 pm GMT

  • Xbox Live updated, 360 Netflix exclusivity touted

    Microsoft adds Games on Demand, Avatar Marketplace, viewing parties, other improvements to console's online service; Netflix search possible down the line.

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    • Posted Aug 11, 2009 8:42 pm GMT

  • Big in Japan July 27-Aug. 3: Monster Hunter Tri-umphs

    Capcom's Nintendo exclusive action-RPG dethrones Dragon Quest IX, sparks a jump in Wii hardware sales; Gears of War 2 debuts in sixth place.

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    • Posted Aug 7, 2009 7:00 pm GMT

  • Epic likely not Natal-izing shooters - Bleszinski

    Gears of War design director Cliff Bleszinski says his company will "likely" stick with "classic control interface," but thinks hybrid controller/motion-capture schemes have potential.

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    • Posted Jul 7, 2009 12:36 am GMT

  • Bleszinski rules out horror project, teases more Gears of War

    Epic Games design director shoots down rumors that he's working on a Silent Hill-style game, says "there's still a lot of stories to tell in the Gears universe."

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    • Posted Jun 19, 2009 11:52 pm GMT

  • Xbox Live going dark June 16

    Server maintenance will bring down Microsoft's online service for up to 24 hours next week; no firmware updates planned.

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    • Posted Jun 10, 2009 8:02 pm GMT

  • Microsoft details Games on Demand, Avatar Marketplace

    E3 2009: Over 30 games available at launch, including Mass Effect and Assassin's Creed; games re-downloadable for free on any machine, Halo, Fable, and Gears of War avatar costumes coming.

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    • Posted Jun 3, 2009 4:40 am GMT

  • Motion-sensing camera, 360 MGS debut at Microsoft E3 event

    E3 2009: Expo kicks off with news on Halo Reach, Left 4 Dead 2, Crackdown 2, Forza 3, Lionhead's new virtual friend, and more; Kojima announces all-new project will debut on 360.

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    • Posted Jun 1, 2009 8:30 pm GMT

  • Xbox 360 sales top 30 million - Microsoft

    Publisher says new double-digit milestone comes as console sales grow 28 percent to date in 2009; Xbox Live users hit 20 million.

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    • Posted May 28, 2009 8:37 pm GMT

  • After the Fact: DLC

    On 3/31/2009, Microsoft released a second pricey ($10) add-on for Gears of War 2: the Snowblind Map Pack. It includes three brand-new maps: Grind Yard, Under Hill, and Courtyard. The fourth map is Fuel Depot, a reworked map from the original Gears of War.

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    • Posted May 11, 2009 6:07 am GMT

  • After the Fact: DLC

    On 12/15/2008, the Combustible Map Pack for Gears of War 2 was released, and includes three new maps: Flood, Gold Rush, and Fuel Station. The $10 price point, however, seems a bit steep for so little content.

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    • Posted May 11, 2009 6:00 am GMT

  • Gears of War 2 hits 5 million, new add-on due July 28

    Epic Games' shooter franchise sales now more than 11 million; new retail-only expansion will feature all previous DLC with seven new multiplayer maps, one deleted campaign chapter; new content also coming to XBL a la carte.

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    • Posted May 6, 2009 6:04 pm GMT

  • GDC 2009: Killing the Gears of War 2 deadline

    Epic Games' Rod Fergusson describes how the best-selling shooter was made in just two years and how fixed release dates can help developers make tough decisions; Franchise growth tips also on tap.

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    • Posted Mar 27, 2009 11:04 pm GMT

  • GDC 2009: Fallout 3, LBP win big at GDCAs, Modern Warfare 2 teased

    [UPDATE] Media Molecule walks away with the most Game Developers Choice Awards, but Bethesda's postapocalyptic RPG takes the top prize; Infinity Ward's next game due Nov. 10; full video coverage inside.

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    • Posted Mar 26, 2009 2:05 am GMT

  • Gears 2 map pack due March 31, Halo 3 gets Mythic-al April 9

    Expansions for Xbox 360's two top shooters get dated, both will cost 800 Microsoft points ($10).

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    • Posted Mar 23, 2009 9:38 pm GMT

  • New Gears of War 2 experience system due 3/24, Snowblind Map Pack coming 3/31

    Q&A: Executive producer Rod Fergusson outlines update's brand-new ranking system, auto-balancing, and achievements; add-on features frosty remake of Fuel Depot, trio of all-new arenas.

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    • Posted Mar 13, 2009 8:00 am GMT

  • GameFly Rental Charts Feb. 24-Mar. 2: Killzone 2 victorious

    Guerrilla Games' sci-fi shooter prevents Xbox 360's clean sweep of rental service's weekly charts.

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    • Posted Mar 3, 2009 6:12 pm GMT
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