Gears of War 2 goes gold E-mail
by Mike Bantick   
Saturday, 11 October 2008
Selling 5 million of the original title pretty much guaranteed a sequel would be made.  The Xbox 360 exclusive Gears of War 2 is ready to ship to retail.

Nervous times at Fortress Microsoft and the Epic Games citadel, as preparations are put in order, and sacrifices made to the great video game sales god, all in readiness of the launch of Gears of War 2.

“After two years of pouring our heart and passion into ‘Gears of War 2,’ the team is immensely happy with what we’ve created,” said Epic Games design director Cliff Bleszinski. "This is Epic’s best work yet, and we can’t wait to see the response from fans and newcomers to the series alike.”

“Gears of War 2” tells the story of humanity's last stand against the nightmarish, underground Locust Horde, and is the follow-up to one of the most popular Xbox 360 games in history. “Gears of War 2” is rated “MA15+” by the Australian Classification Board and will be available in two forms for the Xbox 360;  AU$99.95 for the Standard Edition and AU$119.95 for the Limited Edition.

Microsoft have a full campaign of Gears of War 2 stuff ready to roll:
 
With just 28 days until the worldwide launch on Nov. 7, fans can immerse themselves in the “Gears of War” universe through a new experiential Web site, a “Gears of War 2” video documentary series, a “Gears of War” comic book series, novel and special merchandise:
 
*         gearsofwar.com/LastDay
This online experience reveals events that transpired in the six months between the end of “Gears of War” and the start of “Gears of War 2.” Portions of the site are unlocked over time through the discovery of physical COG tags hidden all around the world up through Nov. 7. 'Every tag tells a tale.'
 
*         “Gears of War 2” Video Documentary Series
This seven-part documentary series, updated weekly, goes behind-the-scenes with Epic Games as they describe the influences and ambition behind creating the blockbuster sequel. Episodes one through five are available now at:
 
*         “Gears of War” Comic from DC/Wildstorm
The “Gears of War” ongoing comic book series, written by comic industry veteran and “Gears of War 2” scriptwriter Joshua Ortega, began its six-story arc this week. The first story arc bridges the gap between the original game and “Gears of War 2,” plus introduces a new gear, Jace Stratton! The first issue is now available.
 
*         “Gears of War: Aspho Fields” Novel from Random House/Del Rey
Written by New York Times best-selling author Karen Traviss, “Gears of War: Aspho Fields” goes back to the pivotal battle of the Pendulum Wars, where Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago helped turn the tide for the Coalition. Available Oct. 28.

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