Prima Games Dead Space 2 Strategy Guide

bThe Basicsb In Dead Space 2, you once again take on the role of engineer Isaac Clarke. In order to battle the hordes of Necromorphs that are trying to kill you, it is important to understand the basics. Turn to page 4 to learn about using the RIG to check your status, kinesis to pick up objects and use some of them as weapons, and stasis to slow down enemies and moving objects to give you more time to get the job done. In addition, you will also find out how to manoeuvre through Zero G environments – a brand new feature specific to Dead Space 2! bGo Deep Into Dead Spaceb Dead Space 2 is more than just a game. It is an ever growing story. And like any amazing story, it has an interesting array of characters. Check out this section starting on page 10 to learn more about Isaac Clarke, your character, as well as the other humans with whom he will be interacting. Even more important in this section is all of the info on and tactics for defeating each of the various types of Necromorphs. bTools of the Tradeb An engineer is nothing without his tools. In order to defeat the Necromorphs, you need to master the arsenal of weapons available to you. Flip ahead to page 18 to get the low down on all weapons and items in the game as well as tactics to use them effectively. This chapter, combined with the info in the Cast of Characters section, will help you pair the perfect weapon to every Necromorph so you’ll always have the advantage. bClarke’s Logb Written from Isaac’s perspective, the walkthrough has everything you need to survive the nightmare on the Sprawl. Advance to page 26 to find maps for each chapter of the game showing you where you can find important items, such as weapon and item Schematics as well as Power Nodes to upgrade your equipment. As this section walks you through the game, step by step, it also provides tips from Clarke, security warnings, and even information on how to earn Achievements and Trophies as you progress so you don’t have to go back and get them later. bMultiplayerb New to Dead Space 2 is Multiplayer mode! In it, you play against other players in exciting multiplayer missions. Go straight to page 159 to learn how to fight as both humans and Necromorphs since you will have to play as each side during matches. This section also includes objectives and maps for each mission. Best of all, page 170 will reveal every unlockable and all experience bonuses! bDead Spaceb Extraction Walkthrough Previously released as a Wii exclusive, Dead Space Extraction –updated with PlayStation Move controls – will be made available to people who buy the PlayStation 3 version of Dead Space 2. Turn to page 171 to find information on the basics, guns and gear, and a complete walkthrough of the story mode, strategies for the challenge mode, and descriptions of how to earn all of the Trophies. bTons of Extrasb Don’t forget to check out this incredible section that begins on page 221. It is packed with tips for playing Dead Space Ignition, lists of all Achievements and Trophies, as well as tips on earning them, and even has three exclusive previews of Dead Space Martyr, Dead Space Aftermath, and Dead Space Salvage! This wraps up the guide into one complete package of everything you need to know to get the most out of Dead Space 2 and explore the Dead Space universe. bGet the Exclusive Prima Suitb Starting on page 226 players can take an exclusive sneak peak at upcoming downloadable content where the upcoming suits and weapons are detailed. Best of all, learn how to unlock the exclusive Prima Games suit for Multiplayer! bUnitology Rosetta Stone Scattered across the Sprawl are messages written in the Unitology alphabetb A Dead Space staple. With the Unitology alphabet decoder on page 225, you’ll be able to decode messages written in this alien language… including this one Be sure to drink your Ovaltine!