Dead Rising Prequel: Case Zero Details

Today it was made known that Case Zero the Dead Rising prequel coming out just before Dead Rising 2 will be available for download on the XBOX Marketplace. Although it will not be free it will be reasonably priced.

Available as downloadable content only on Xbox LIVE® shortly before release of the full game, Dead Rising 2: CASE ZERO, will introduce main protagonist and former motocross champion Chuck Greene and provide a link between the original game and the events that await players in the gambling paradise of Fortune City. The original game is not required to play it.

Dead Rising 2: CASE ZERO was formally announced at Microsoft’s global media event, X10, which took place earlier today, in San Francisco. Attending media were able to experience the latest demo of Dead Rising 2. In addition to giving media the opportunity to explore the zombie infested casino, stores and other attractions on Fortune City’s North Strip, this demo also introduced a brand new feature – the ability for players to create improvised weapons by combining two items.

Below is some new gameplay footage we shared last week!