Dead Rising 2 features two primary online multiplayer modes: a two-player and a four-player competitive mode called Terror Is Reality . Co-op Campaign
: Placing first in a full episode unlocks the Win Big! achievement. Technical & Communication Details
: Online play requires a platform-specific subscription, such as Xbox Live Gold (now Game Pass Core) or PlayStation Plus.
This is a four-player "TV show" themed competitive mode where players compete in various mini-games to earn money.
: While only the host's story progress is saved, the guest player retains all earned experience (PP) and cash to carry back into their own game.
: Both players must be in close proximity to exit an area, and survivors only join the party once both players have completed the necessary dialogue.
In this mode, a second player joins the host's story as a second Chuck Greene (or Frank West in Off the Record ) to complete missions and slaughter zombies together.
: Mini-games often involve creative ways to kill zombies, such as "Ramsterball" or "Slicecycle."