A few people have been asking what the visuals are like in Gears 2 so I'll try and explain in words (actually very hard)

It is probably the biggest and most unjust comment to say that Gears 2 looks anything like Gears 1.

On scale terms, Gears 2 is so much bigger than Gears 1 it really has to be seen to be believed. Someone else on this forum mentioned the entire time playing Gears 2 is spent on the edge of your seat. This is so so true. The amount of enemies upped onscreen isnt just 2 or 3. It's a genuine WTF fest. Holy shit fest. Quick shoot the bastard fest.

The engine itself actually doesnt feel as familiar as you would expect it to.

Your first really impressive moment is riding the landing vehicles. That level is truly awesome. I cannot stress enough at any point how good the texture detail is in EVERYTHING. So much going on in this level it's the first time I have been truly wowed.

The caverns. Oh I wanted to say that. Was it worth. Every minute. The moment you step out into the cavern, It is hard to believe that there is alot of CGI cutscenes in games that get blown away by this gameplay graphics here. Also people mention the Uncharted jeans getting wet going through water and that.

Without giving story away, there is a part where the delta squad go through blood. Whats amazing is how the blood starts to cover the bodies of the characters, I cannot stress how god this looks. It's by far and away the best effect Ive seen in a game.

All in the end, This game is easily (not even at a struggle) a big step above the current competiton. Best console graphics to date. Thankyou Epic.

I just got it 20 minutes ago I will be checking it out later I can,t wait.

Good read I will take your word on it.

^ It's funny because the first level although awesome looking isnt to much different from Gears 1 in terms of gameplay. When you have the big cutscene and the Gears 2 logo come up, be prepared for an amazing rollercoaster ride.

You'll see what I mean about the blood. (damn it's good) and the level on the landing vehicles is seriously impressive. Make sure you play in HD. We tried it out on SDtv first very quick, and the difference withh this game is staggering.

Also the enemy sizes in Gears 2 is so much bigger than Gears 1, and it throws around 5- 6 15 story enemies with no slow down. It's crazy really. You constantly feel like you are trying not to die. Really good atmosphere.

So it looks amazing?

Yea everyone says that, but does it look better than these 3 games.


MGS4,UNCHARTED,RESISTANCE 2

You need to have played those, thats all Im asking, a comparison between the 3 games and gears 2, because my friend is saying its the best visuals he has ever seen in a game even beyond that of crysis, and killzone 2 as well. So I dont know what to believe, I have seen the game myself for around 5 mins, but I cant give a good judgment on that.

I just need a true comparison between those that own all 4 games.

Damn man I can't wait. You know my idea was to first buy an HDTV before I get this game...its gonna suck cause I have to delay playing this game utill next month when their some good sales, or at least unti after thanksgiving...but I have to get the TV first, i'm not missing out on this one.

I'll be honest ( although you probably dont belive my word) I loved MGS4. In terms of graphics it honestly is a step up from those 3 you mention. Everyhthing I said in OP. Get through the first level, and all of a sudden Epic throw every visual improvement at you. It is somrthing to behold. Uncharted is beautiful. But seriously, play Gears 2 from start to finish if you can. It's graphically brilliant.

I thought the blood looked terrible, it looked like it was painted on, the blood looked fantastic in the middle of act 3 in that bloody and chainsawy section.
That first level was not great in terms of gameplay, but I will give you it did look good, though the death stuff was not great (I would know)

The caverns do look impressive as does the water, but I still don't think it can match Uncharted. No moment in Gears 2 (upto start of act 4) has compared to that moment in Uncharted when you are behind the waterfall above the U-boat in chapter 3 (I think) for me.

Also, while the first levels had colour, it has been getting a bit grey, and while there was some respite for snow, it is back to grey. Playing Uncharted with the nex-gen filter turned on makes them look the same

In terms of detail I can't comment because I am playing on an SDTV, and not sitting 1 inch away, but the game does look fantastic, even if it not the best looking game ever

You really need the hdtv imo to appreciate either consoles.

do the scenes look better than mgs4's
i just wanna know

I agree, but it is not my choice whether or not I get one. Anyway, I have played Uncharted in HD and it is absolutely incredible