Dead Rising 2 is an action-adventure video game that thrusts players into a world overrun by zombies. Set in the fictional Fortune City, players control Chuck Greene, a motorcycle stuntman as he fights to survive, protect his daughter, and uncover the truth behind the outbreak. The game, released in 2010, offers a combination of weapon crafting, exploration, and intense combat within a sandbox environment, allowing a unique playstyle for each gamer. Its blend of dark humor and horror elements, along with its multiplayer modes, contribute to its replayability and its status within the survival horror genre.