Gears Of War 2 (Xbox 360) Reviews

Summary
alaTest has collected and analysed 333 reviews of Gears of War 2 (Xbox 360) from international magazines and websites.

Verdict
Experts rate this product 90/100 and users 90/100. Comparing these reviews to 662992 other Video Games reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 96/100 = Excellent.

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If you thought the locust horde was out for the count, think again.

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Gears of War 2's new environments, weapons, and multiplayer features round out an all-around superior action package.

Summary
Gears of War 2 is a third-person shooter for the Microsoft Xbox 360 that take place in a war zone.

Verdict
The good news is that Gears of War 2 significantly improves upon the original game in every possible way, addressing several key shortcomings that kept its predecessor from being a bona-fide classic. Gears of War 2 is a terrific action game that ...

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Can the Gears stop the locusts? Can Dom find Maria? Can Epic really improve on one of the best games to ever grace the Xbox 360?

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gears of war 2 review: Gears of War 2's new environments, weapons, and multiplayer features round out an all-around superior action package.

Pros
All-new, great-looking environments, New weapons, grenades, and melee attacks, Excellent new multiplayer modes, especially Horde, Drop-in co-op support with independent difficulty, Same exciting Gears action you know and love

Cons
Fiddly controls in vehicular sections, Too many unresolved plot strands

Verdict
Gears of War 2's new environments, weapons, and multiplayer features round out an all-around superior action package.

Summary
"Gears of War 2" is the follow-up to the resounding critical and retail success of the series' first game. From tech demos to gameplay trailers fans have been teased and toyed with by the people over at Epic to a point of rabid hysteria. Having played ...

Pros
The entire design package comes together flawlessly ; Frenetic battles that beat the scale and tension of the first game ; Level design that shows a willingness to budge from the formula and an unrelenting focus on fun gameplay ; A story Epic can be ...

Cons
Very occasional clipping ; Climax may feel a little rushed for some ; The sight of shooting a giant worms inflamed rectum

Verdict
Core gameplay remains the same. A traditional third-person shooter with a focus on perhaps the best cover system in gaming. Linear levels give way to some vehicle sections, occasional alternate paths and massive boss fights. The over-the-shoulder ...

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Gears of War 2 Limited Edition (Including Map Pack + Gold Plated Lancer Assault Rifle) Xbox 360 In Stock: £44.99 (RRP £49.99) from Shop2-->Emergence Day...second time aroundHow exactly do you improve on a shooter that already offers the complete ...

Pros
Brilliant atmosphere, Looks amazing, Action-packed, Great weapons, Perfectly paced gameplay, Some terrifying enemies, Brilliant atmosphere, Looks amazing, Action-packed, Great weapons, Perfectly paced gameplay, Some terrifying enemies

Cons
If you didn't like Gears of War you'll hate it, If you didn't like Gears of War you'll hate it

Verdict
As for new weapons, the old ones make a welcome return so expect the likes of the standard assault rifle and the satisfying chainsaw bayonet and hammer of dawn, but equally impressive is the Mortar, excellent for weeding out enemies who have taken ...

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Epic's Xbox 360 blockbuster does not disappoint

Pros
Bigger, better and more varied gameplay; Enhanced co-op and multiplayer modes; More absurd than ever

Cons
The game takes a few hours to find its pace; Throw-away characters; Not great for new players

Verdict
Everything a Gears of War fan could have wanted, and then some

Summary
Gears of War 2 Developer: Epic Games Publisher: Microsoft Platform: Xbox 360 Price: $59.99 (Shop.Ars) Rating: Mature

Summary
Are you ready to face the second wave?

Pros
Brutally and exciting action from start to finish, incredibly attractive visuals, fantastic multiplayer options

Cons
It ends. If you hated the first one, you'll detest this too

Verdict
It's Gears of War to the nth degree. Better looks, more brutal combat, stunning single-player campaign, and fantastic online options add up to a stunner