Dead Rising 2: Case Zero

Dead Rising 2: Case Zero is an exclusive downloadable game for Xbox Live Arcade, set for release in July 2010. The game will bridge the link between the events of the first Dead Rising and Dead Rising 2. It is said to be at least three hours long, that is if you rush through it, equivalent to a day and a half in Dead Rising time.

Story
The game takes place two years after the events of the original Dead Rising, and three years before the events of Dead Rising 2. It will take place in the desert town of Still Creek. The story involves Chuck Greene and his daughter Katey Greene's fleeing from the outbreak in Las Vegas and their struggle of dealing with the zombie outbreak, and Katey's zombie infection. The father and daughter arrive at a gas station in the desert town, only to have their truck stolen, along with their supply of Zombrex, stranding them in town, filled with zombies. It has been confirmed that there will be survivors and psychopaths.

Gameplay
Despite being a downloadable title, the game retains numerous gameplay elements from both Dead Rising and Dead Rising 2. Chuck will still be able to level up and craft weapons. An important feature of Case Zero is the ability to take any progress learned by the player (such as levels and weapons) and transfer them to Dead Rising 2. This allows Xbox 360 players to get a head start on leveling up before Dead Rising 2 is even released. A recent trailer also mentioned that exclusive items can be unlocked in Case Zero. Whether this means items specific to Case Zero or items that can be unlocked in Dead Rising 2 by playing Case Zero has yet to be seen.

Trailer
Video:Dead Rising 2 Case Zero E3 2010 Debut Trailer