In this new Gametrailers.com interview Cliffy B is back, and with a very tasteful, slightly tousseled, short hair cut. Oh, and some new insights on Gears 2. I gotta admit, he's one of the few game developers that actually give entertaining interviews, as he's full of unbridled energy. The accompanying gameplay footage impresses with subtle motion blur, believable explosions, and photorealistic environments that thankfully use a few non-neutral colors.



However the real fireworks in this clip can be found within whatever sort of bizarre chemistry is occuring between Cliff and his interviewer. Describing the theme of Gears 2, he says, "It's also about this idea of intimate violence, where players can get really close to their foes and chainsaw them." A boyish smile creeps across his face while his grey-blue eyes light up coyly. He later explains with great excitement, "You can chainsaw someone from behind, from their taint to their throat." He then continues to blather on about the chainsaw duel mechanic for another minute or so.

Having piercings on both ears means you're Bi, right?