Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
The sequel to the million-plus selling Dead Rising, Dead Rising 2 takes the zombie survival horror to Fortune City, America’s latest and greatest entertainment playground.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck (playable)
Best current price at Gamesplanet
Waiting could save up to $1.04, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $3.69 (February 2025)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gamesplanet | $4.73 | $19.99 | Buy |
| GameBillet | $16.54 | $19.99 | Buy |
| WinGameStore | $18.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Fanatical | $18.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| GamersGate | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| GreenManGaming | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
| IndieGala | $19.99 | $19.99 | Buy |
Dead Rising 2 moves the series to Fortune City, a Las Vegas style resort town overrun by zombies. You play Chuck Greene, a former motocross champion who must keep his young daughter supplied with medicine while clearing his name after being blamed for the outbreak. Events run on a clock, so you have to decide which missions and survivors to prioritize.
Combat is open and playful, as almost anything can become a weapon, and you can tape items together to make combination weapons. It can be played solo, or with a friend joining in co-op. Dead Rising 2 suits players who like zombie action with a sense of humor and some time management.
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| Developer | Capcom Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Released | Sep 27, 2010 |
| Metacritic | 78 / 100 |
| Languages | 6: English, French, Italian, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows Vista®/XP, Windows 7 | - |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 Ghz or better, AMD Athlon X2 2.2 Ghz or better | - |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | - |
| Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800GTS or better, ATI Radeon™ HD 3850 or better | - |
| DirectX® | DirectX® 9.0c or greater | - |
| Hard Drive | 8.5 GB free hard drive space | - |
| Sound | Standard audio device | - |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Headset for co-op voice chat
Dead Rising 2 is better with friends on voice. The Cloud III has a clear detachable mic; the G733 goes wireless for long co-op nights.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless HeadsetMonitor for the best visuals
Show off Dead Rising 2 on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorMicrophone
For crisp voice chat or streaming Dead Rising 2, a desk mic beats any headset mic. The AM8 is a great USB starter; the QuadCast S is the creator favorite.
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Upgrade pickHyperX QuadCast SController
Dead Rising 2 plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerLow-latency mouse
Fast aim in Dead Rising 2 needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Prices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $3.69 in February 2025.
The best current price we found is $4.73 at Gamesplanet, against a usual price of $19.99.
Fine to buy. Fine to buy. $4.73 is 28% above its lowest price on record ($3.69). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.
