Sacred 2: Fallen Angel Introduces a Unique New “Try Before You Buy” Option

Looks like the world of demos is getting turned on its head as a more immersive form is being introduced by cdv Software and Ascaron Entertainment via their upcoming RPG Sacred 2: Fallen Angel.

Included in the PC and digital distribution versions of the game, gamers will notice the inclusion of a “try before you buy” demo to be shared with family and friends. This is not the sort of demo gamers are used to seeing though–instead it is the full game compete will all gameplay elements and features to be enjoyed by those you share with. The demo will be unlocked for one full day for all single-player and multiplayer modes, after which you have the option of purchasing the game online or uninstalling it after the install expires.

Mario Kroll, director of marketing and PR for cdv Software feels that this is a great and innovative step because “Rather than showcasing only a limited character or content selection, as most traditional demos do, gamers can share and enjoy the full game experience, trying out the features that most appeal to them, and getting a true sense of the full game.”

In the past many gaming companies have complained about the work that goes into creating a demo for a game, which is one of the reasons we never see a whole lot of them. This sort of approach though would require less work on the developers part and instead give gamers the opportunity to actually get into the game before being shutout 30 or so minutes later.

Sacred 2: Fallen Angel for the PC is expected to arrive in retail on November 11 with the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions hitting February 17, 2009. In the meantime, why don’t you check out 1UP’s preview of the game here, and while you are reading Stephen Kleckner’s thoughts on it, be sure to download the PC demo from FileFront. While it’s not quite as long as the demo included with the game, this one will however allow leveling to 10, while the full game allows characters level over 200.