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Today Ubisoft released a brand new development diary with RSV2’s lead designer, Philippe Therien. The video shows off some of the new environments and also many of the changes that have been made to the rewards and upgrade system.

First off, the new environments look amazing. It’s so nice to see some colors other than brown and dark red. The visual appeal, or lack therof, was one of my biggest complaints about the first RSV. This time around, the environments are looking more colorful and more vivid.

Second, the changes to the rewards system and character customization are bringing this game to the top of my “most anticipated” list. The Persistant Elite Creation is actually persistant now! You be able to play the same character in single player, multiplayer and co-op modes. In addition to that, no matter what mode you play in you will be rewarded for actions and accomplishments. For example, getting certain types of kills or reaching specific checkpoints will all add to your experience in different categories. As you gain experience in these categories, you will be rewarded with different weapons and upgrades.

Check out the video below and hit the link for downloadable versions in SD and HD.

Link: First Ranbow Six Vegas 2 Development Diary Live! [Via Xbox 360 Fanboy]