It's always possible that the release dates were incorrect, but we're more inclined to believe it was simply posted before someone important said, "Go ahead." We've asked Capcom for confirmation, but haven't heard back as of yet.
Dead Rising 2: Off the Record goes on sale Oct. 11 in NA, Oct. 14 in EU
by Ben Gilbert 
on Jun 30th 2011 2:20PM
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It's always possible that the release dates were incorrect, but we're more inclined to believe it was simply posted before someone important said, "Go ahead." We've asked Capcom for confirmation, but haven't heard back as of yet.
Reader Comments (29)
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 2:26PM Prestidigitator said
that's a long time to wait for a game that I already played. I can't believe I'm getting it. I'm part of the problem!
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 10:03PM jsx said
What problem? I'm going to buy this, too, I see absolutely no problems with it.
As if every other video game sequel didn't copy-paste things? Give me a break. People will complain about anything and everything, pay them no mind and do what's right by you.
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As if every other video game sequel didn't copy-paste things? Give me a break. People will complain about anything and everything, pay them no mind and do what's right by you.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 2:26PM foxhound said
Just when I was about to boycott CAPCOM for their lousy costume DLC for SSF IV and the MERCENARIES fiasco on the 3DS... this hits the news.
/sigh
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Posted: Jun 30th 2011 10:09PM jsx said
@XRZ36 Megaman? Super Street Fighter 2 (Turbo) (Remix)?
They've been doing this since they got started, and yet people still go out and buy the re-release expecting something new? Why not just be happy with the original version? You don't need to own them all. No one is forcing you to buy any of them.
Meanwhile Capcom keeps it real with their pricing and is credited with some of the best games on the market.
Joystiq readers complain about anything. Anyone trying to make a profit is considered evil and greedy. It's a juvenile, immature, and to anyone who works for a living, extremely ignorant.
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They've been doing this since they got started, and yet people still go out and buy the re-release expecting something new? Why not just be happy with the original version? You don't need to own them all. No one is forcing you to buy any of them.
Meanwhile Capcom keeps it real with their pricing and is credited with some of the best games on the market.
Joystiq readers complain about anything. Anyone trying to make a profit is considered evil and greedy. It's a juvenile, immature, and to anyone who works for a living, extremely ignorant.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 10:36PM Justice551 said
@foxhound
But I don't see how this is the same thing as SSF4's costumes? You're not entitled to them. It just something the devs have put out to make some extra bucks. If you like em', buy em'. If you don't move on.
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But I don't see how this is the same thing as SSF4's costumes? You're not entitled to them. It just something the devs have put out to make some extra bucks. If you like em', buy em'. If you don't move on.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 2:39PM Mustang Fanboy said
Capcom is getting like Activision
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 2:44PM Kibbles XIII said
After MvC3 i cant really say im interested in any of capcoms games
Which is unfortunate as i like their stuff pretty much before SF4
Which is unfortunate as i like their stuff pretty much before SF4
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 5:53PM Sonictheratherquickhedgehog said
@Kibbles XIII
What was wrong with MvC3? Or are you one of those people who just hates all Capcom fighters post-3rd Strike.
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What was wrong with MvC3? Or are you one of those people who just hates all Capcom fighters post-3rd Strike.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 3:03PM Che J P said
Apparently people have much more fun complaining about games than actually playing them.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 3:19PM ORTHROK said
dead rising 2 was best game of 2010, ill play it again
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 3:22PM (Unverified) said
This is basically capcom admitting that "We made Dead Rising 2, it had a character in it that nobody cared about" so now we've made the exact same game and slapped in a character that nearly everyone cares about."
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 4:06PM cylet said
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I'm a huge fan of Frank West, but Chuck Greene wasn't a bad character. It was an interesting perspective. I just wish DR2 would have had more unlockables, or at least a separate campaign with Frank West. Also, DR2's ending left a lot to be desired. It just.... ended.
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I'm a huge fan of Frank West, but Chuck Greene wasn't a bad character. It was an interesting perspective. I just wish DR2 would have had more unlockables, or at least a separate campaign with Frank West. Also, DR2's ending left a lot to be desired. It just.... ended.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 4:09PM freaparn said
@SgtDookie
There is some extra content, but the exact scale of how much content is "new" and how much content is "the same" or "tweaked" has yet to be finalized. Capcom likes to spin it like it's a whole new game, reality will likely take a more moderate ratio at retail. Wait and see.
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There is some extra content, but the exact scale of how much content is "new" and how much content is "the same" or "tweaked" has yet to be finalized. Capcom likes to spin it like it's a whole new game, reality will likely take a more moderate ratio at retail. Wait and see.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 3:24PM RobHoliday said
I'm not sure this idea will be popular, but I would go for it...
I think Capcom should take a clue from Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, which sold a lot, and continue that formula. Release a game like Case Zero for around $20. Then add "expansions" for that game for around $5 each. It could take the character from city to city across the country (with each city being an expansion pack). Each pack would allow a level up of 5 levels up to the 50 level limit. This would keep the money flowing for a long time and would allow people to experience the game without having to pay a full $60.
I think Capcom should take a clue from Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, which sold a lot, and continue that formula. Release a game like Case Zero for around $20. Then add "expansions" for that game for around $5 each. It could take the character from city to city across the country (with each city being an expansion pack). Each pack would allow a level up of 5 levels up to the 50 level limit. This would keep the money flowing for a long time and would allow people to experience the game without having to pay a full $60.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 4:10PM (Unverified) said
@RobHoliday
I thought Case: Zero was appropriately priced at $10, it just needed to be on multiple platforms. Also, I don't agree with the expansions, Capcom does that wayyyyy too much already. They should just take more time on development and create a complete game experience with all of their games, with replayability and twists on gameplay (mini-games and such). I'd rather have one whole product than a better edition of the same game next year.
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I thought Case: Zero was appropriately priced at $10, it just needed to be on multiple platforms. Also, I don't agree with the expansions, Capcom does that wayyyyy too much already. They should just take more time on development and create a complete game experience with all of their games, with replayability and twists on gameplay (mini-games and such). I'd rather have one whole product than a better edition of the same game next year.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 4:20PM Pure Black World Tendency said
I liked Dead Rising 2, but the thought of playing through a re-skinned version of the game doesn't sound too appealing.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 5:05PM Cosmic93 said
I dont mind buying this as its a francise i like, (and play the crap put of). But theres no way i would want to be a fan of Street Fighter at the moment after whats been done with 4.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 10:17PM jsx said
When I was a kid it didn't matter if your friend had Street Fighter 2 Turbo and you had Street Fighter 2, it just meant your game didn't have the turbo mode.
No one got together and boycotted over it, in fact, I don't even recall anyone caring at all. We were more concerned with Nintendo censoring the blood.
Kids today!
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No one got together and boycotted over it, in fact, I don't even recall anyone caring at all. We were more concerned with Nintendo censoring the blood.
Kids today!
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 5:26PM eilegz said
i wait for the goty version with all dlc, both dead rising 2 games in 1 bluray
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 5:45PM Fakeassname said
wait ... so it's getting a CP release too?
when I looked at amazon a few days ago it was only listed as Xbox and PS3.
when I looked at amazon a few days ago it was only listed as Xbox and PS3.
Posted: Jun 30th 2011 5:47PM Fakeassname said
@Fakeassname
I just rechecked: Amazon still only has listings for the big two consoles.
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I just rechecked: Amazon still only has listings for the big two consoles.
