Late to the party: Microsoft confirms Gears of War redux


Posted by Phil on 30 May 2008 / 0 Comment


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So…yeah. Last week, GameStop brought word of a impending re-release of Gears of War, complete with the entire gaggle of Gears and Gears 2 related DLC from Xbox LIVE, and Microsoft wan’t yet ready to talk. Apparently.

Well, a week’s gone by, it’s time to fess up. We just received the "official" announcement on the game, and it’s basically the exact bullet points from GameStop’s website, but with the PR briefing.

In addition to confirming the new 2-disc SKU, Microsoft also points out that the standard edition of Gears that’s been out since 2006 is officially dropping to $39.99 for Xbox 360 and $29.99 for PC at all retail outlets, starting June 4th. So, here’s what those of you interested in the *new* stuff need to know: June 24th. $39.99. That is all. Oh and nope, 360 version still doesn’t get the Brumak level.

Full announcement after the jump.


"Gears of War" updated two-disc edition and price drop arrive in June

On June 4th, "Gears of War" will be offered at the new estimated retail price of $39.99 (Xbox 360) and $29.99 (Games for Windows) throughout the U.S. and Canada.

In addition to a new price tag, an updated two-disc retail version
of "Gears of War" (Xbox 360) will arrive in the U.S. and Canada
beginning June 24. The two-disc version includes previously released
multiplayer map packs, the Annex game mode, and the ability to earn up
to eight additional multiplayer Achievements worth 250 Gamerscore.
Gamers will also get a taste of the highly anticipated sequel, "Gears
of War 2," through trailers and other extras.

Two-Disc Version Contents:

DISC ONE – GAME DISC

DISC TWO – EXTRAS

Gears of War
• Map Packs 1 & 2
• Theme – ‘Emergence Day’
• Gamer Pics – ‘Gears of War,’ ‘Emergence Day’

Gears of War 2
• Trailers – ‘Duel,’ ‘Assault’
• Theme – ‘Bare Your Teeth’
• Gamer Pics – ‘Crimson Omen’

"Gears of War," winner of over 30 Game of the Year awards, redefined
the third-person action genre upon its November 2006 release and has
gone on to sell 4.7 million copies worldwide. The struggle for survival
continues this November with "Gears of War 2."

"Gears of War" is rated M for Mature by the ESRB.

Written by Phil