There has been a ton of speculation and expectations for Microsoft’s breakout hit series Gears of War and now it seems that the mega franchise finally has a release date for the third entry in the series and it will probably clear the calendar and your shelf of anything else from nearing the Xbox disc tray. It’s a bit early and unexpected but the good folks over in the house that Gates built have decided to release some choice details regarding the game. Check out the full details!!
Gears of War 3 Release Date Revealed!
LONDON – 23 February 2011 – Get your calendar out, get a pen, and mark the 20th September 2011 as the day when Gears of War 3, this year’s biggest blockbuster title, launches worldwide. Gears of War 3 is the glorious conclusion to one of the most memorable sagas in video games’ history and this is a date you certainly don’t want to miss.
The story takes place eighteen months after the events of Gears of War 2 and the loss of the human stronghold of Jacinto. Marcus, Baird, Dom and company continue their fight to save human civilisation, as they battle the Locust and face new threats from within the planet throughout the campaign mode.
Here is what else you can expect from 2011’s most highly anticipated game:
· An enthralling cinematic story that captivates players in an intimately intense action game
· Five-on-five multiplayer experience as well as four player campaign co-op experience
· New multiplayer game modes including ‘Beast Mode’ – offering a new twist to the game where you take on the role of the locust horde and their assorted variations!
· New maps including: Trenches which features an impressive sand storm that reduces your visibility, as well as Overpass, Mercy, Checkout, and Thrashball
· New weapons including: The Bayonet Charge, The Retro Lancer, The Sawed-off Shotgun, The OneShot – a heavy sniper rifle that shoots through shields or cover for a surprise one shot kill, The Incendiary Grenade, The Digger Launcher and a few subtle tweaks to old favourites Hammerburst and The Classic Lancer. Don’t forget that each weapon now has its own execution move! Stay tuned for more updates, and keep your eyes peeled for more news on the Official Multiplayer Public Beta coming soon!
I am interested that they may finally close the series. I am a bit bored with Epic as they seem to be a 1 trick pony offering unique art style, good graphics, and bullets in every game with Gears 3 expected to be more of what we’ve seen in previous installments. I didn’t bother giving Gears 2 too much of my time based off my experience with its Horde mode and seeming so much like the 1st game. Hopefully the 3rd game decides to buck this trend and can change my mind. I have confidence that the game will sell, but will it attract a larger audience or will it simply retain the fans it already has within its following?
