Prototype 2 US release date announced

Open world action sequel Prototype 2 launches for PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in the US on 24th April 2012, publisher Activision has confirmed.

A European date wasn't mentioned in the announcement, but we'll update as soon as we get confirmation.

"We know our fans have been clamoring to find out when they would be able to get their hands on Prototype 2 and the whole studio is excited that we can finally reveal the timing," commented Ken Rosman, studio head of developer Radical Entertainment.

The game is due to get its first public showing at Comic-Con in San Diego this weekend.

For more on the sequel to the 7/10 2009 original, have a read of our recent Prototype 2 preview.