It came after I asked him to define what "Gears of War" is to him, and how it differs from "Halo." He threw out words like "co-op" and "tactical" and then he said "squad," which prompted me to ask about the number of players that could team up in a "Gears of War 2″ mission. He looked for help.

No.

Not something he can talk about at the moment.

So what about the tech demo featuring a cube of meat that got chunks shot off of it, one bloody bit at a time? To answer, Tsunoda wound up pretending he was holding an enemy for cover, as a shield, and explained how that enemy might, let's say, deteriorate under fire.

I asked about clans, and he wouldn't use the word back at me, but said that parties of gamers would have an easier time sticking together from game to game.

http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2008/05/13/gears-of-war-2-details-and-teases/

Sounds alot like there is possible 4 player co-op by the sounds of 'squad'. Also as dong posted, the meatshield deterriating like the meatshield in the demo.

I am curious if it will be similiar to that of the brumak in the Gameplayer video from Friday. If so that'll be quite cool.

Also, players will be able to stick together easier! Hopefully its some kind of party system!