GB Feature: Dungeon Siege II Preview

One of our newest editors has written up a preview of Dungeon Siege II, based upon what is known about the action RPG sequel thus far. A quick teaser:
In single player mode, your companions will fight based on a predefined set of orders you have given them (including (Hold your ground) and (Rampage)). Once you have decided on a set of orders, you will no longer have to give individual orders throughout the battle, although you're certainly welcome to if you'd like. In addition, using the game's autocast feature allows your healers to keep your party alive and your combat mages to roast enemies from a distance.