So, by now you should know that Cliff Blezinski announced Gears of War 3 for the Xbox 360. But come on, didn’t we all expect this to happen?
And if you know that, then you should know that there is also a trailer floating around the internet also. By the looks of it, it doesn’t look like Epic Games is holding anything back.
For those who love to shoot and kill with their friends, you are in luck! If this thread over on the Epic forums is ture, then you could possibly be in for treat with four-player co-op. The post is claiming that IP boss Rod Fergusson has confirmed the newly-announced Gears of War 3 will contain four-player co-op.
According to the post, the revelation was made in an IRC chat.
Rod confirmed four-player co-op in the Gears IRC, with four unique characters,” said the poster, which has pulled together everything known about the trilogy finale so far.
Rod confirmed that co-op includes Marcus, Dom, Cole, Baird and a ‘variety of other characters’.
It seems that this should be true, considering Gears of War is a heavily multi-player game. We will contact Epic for more information.
If you are still hungry for some Gears news, you are in luck. We have some screenshots that should really blow you out. We also have a concept of the cover art. Be advised, this is not the final art.
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Gears of War 3 is expected to be releases April 8th , 2011 exclusively for the Xbox 360.
Full PR is below:
“Gears of War 3” Ignites Anticipation as the Biggest Blockbuster Game of 2011
Explosive finale to the landmark “Gears of War” trilogy available exclusively on Xbox 360 in April 2011
LONDON – 13 April 2010 – The spectacular conclusion to one of the games industry’s most memorable and celebrated sagas, “Gears of War 3,” is poised to take the world by storm next spring. At this time next year, fans around the world will experience the epic story finale to the “Gears of War” trilogy when the third instalment in one of the biggest franchises in Xbox history arrives in stores April 8, 2011 in Europe.
“When we released ‘Gears of War’ more than three years ago, we set out to tell the world an unforgettable story of bravery and sacrifice in the face of insurmountable odds, and a year from now, players will get the chance to experience the final chapter in the story of Marcus Fenix and his companions in Delta Squad,” said Cliff Bleszinski, Design Director at Epic Games. “This is definitely the biggest and most dramatic chapter yet in the ‘Gears of War’ saga, and we can’t wait to deliver it.”
Developed by acclaimed studio Epic Games and available only on Xbox 360, “Gears of War 3” plunges players into a harrowing tale of hope, survival, and brotherhood that will conclude the current story arc for “Gears of War.” With the last human city destroyed and the remaining survivors stranded, time is running out for Marcus and his comrades as they fight to save the human race from the jaws of extinction.
“Gears of War” is a blockbuster entertainment franchise that has inspired a full line of toys and collectibles, apparel, an upcoming film, graphic novels and a book series by New York Times best-selling author Karen Traviss. The award-winning video games have sold more than 12 million units worldwide, and due to their riveting multiplayer action, are some of the most popular games ever played on Xbox LIVE.
To accompany today’s announcement, Microsoft and Epic Games unveiled “Ashes to Ashes”, the first trailer for “Gears of War 3.” Created in Unreal Engine 3 by the same team behind the iconic “Gears of War” video spots (“Mad World,” “Rendezvous,” and “Last Day”), the video captures a desperate three-way battle between Delta Squad, the Locust Horde, and the fearsome new Lambent.
Additionally, fans who want to share their excitement on Xbox LIVE will be able to choose from new Avatar items, available on Avatar Marketplace starting April 20, including the new COG armor introduced in “Gears of War 3.”
For the latest developments on “Gears of War 3” and a video stream of the “Ashes to Ashes” trailer, visit www.gearsofwar.xbox.com or share updates with your friends on Twitter with #gears3.
