Gears of War 2 Player Count and Stats (2024)

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Gears of War 2 Player Count and Stats

Gears of War 2 player count Stats and FactsHere are a few of the most interesting Gears of War 2 facts and stats I was able to dig up. As always, be sure to check back in the future as I will be updating this post as new and updated stats become available.

How many people played Gears of War 2?

3 million game units sold worldwide

Last updated 12/9/08


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Game Description

“Gears of War 2” is a third-person shooter game developed by Epic Games and published by Microsoft Game Studios. It was released exclusively for the Xbox 360 in 2008 and is the second installment in the “Gears of War” series.

The game is set in the fictional world of Sera, which is under siege by a race of subterranean creatures known as the Locust Horde. Players once again assume the role of Marcus Fenix, a soldier in the Coalition of Ordered Governments (COG), as he leads a team to battle the Locust and discover the origins of the enemy and a possible solution to end the war.

“Gears of War 2” maintains the series’ signature cover-based shooting mechanics, where players can take cover behind various objects and walls to avoid enemy fire and strategically engage in combat. The game introduces new weapons and gameplay elements, such as the ability to use the chainsaw bayonet to perform gruesome melee kills, and the ability to hijack enemy creatures known as “Riftworms” to create strategic destruction.

The campaign features a cinematic and action-packed storyline, with memorable set pieces and intense battles against both the Locust and colossal bosses. The cooperative gameplay mode allows players to team up with a friend to experience the campaign together in split-screen or online co-op.

The game also introduced a multiplayer mode with various competitive game types, such as Team Deathmatch, King of the Hill, and Horde mode. Horde mode became particularly popular, challenging players to survive wave after wave of increasingly difficult enemies.

“Gears of War 2” received critical acclaim upon release for its improved graphics, intense action sequences, and engaging multiplayer gameplay. The game further solidified the franchise’s position as one of the flagship titles on the Xbox 360.

Its success led to the continuation of the series, with several sequels and spin-offs, expanding the “Gears of War” universe and cementing its status as a prominent franchise in the gaming industry.

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