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Gears Of War 3 "Forces Of Nature" Map Pack Coming March 27

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by Adam Biessener on March 05, 2012 at 02:33 PM

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Still wall-bouncing and abusing the sawed-off for all it's worth online? Of course you're not, because Epic patched away those overpowered tactics launch week. Those of us still amused by Gears of War 3's nicely tuned multiplayer action are getting a shot at three new maps and two remastered classic ones in three weeks. As you can see from the screenshots, though, they're all up to Gears 3's visual standards no matter their age.

Cove, Aftermath, and Artillery take the COGs to new places that share the series' trademark war-torn look, while Jacinto and Raven Down are returning locales from Gears of War 2.

The "Forces of Nature" DLC map pack for Gears of War 3 is available March 27 for 800 Microsoft Points ($10). The full game makes its debut on the Xbox 360 Games on Demand service on the same day.

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by Bluecoat09 Monday, March 05, 2012 at 02:38 PM

I really did end up loving the Gears of War trilogy. I bought them all at relatively the same time and played the campaigns close together including the bonus chapter from Gear 2. It made for a great experience and sold me on the multiplayer DLC. I am one that still enjoys the Gears multiplayer and I look forward to playing these maps.
by Opfer der Seele Monday, March 05, 2012 at 02:42 PM

Man I bought the season pass and so far the only DLC I even think was worth the money was Raams Shadow.
by System of a Down Monday, March 05, 2012 at 02:43 PM

Meh, Gears of War's multiplayer usually just serves to make me angry. But, since I have the season pass I'll at least give these maps a try.
by BloodyMurder Monday, March 05, 2012 at 02:45 PM

Still sad we never got Alex Brand and other skins. Oh well. I do enjoy Horde Mode still.
by WorldOfWarcrap Monday, March 05, 2012 at 02:49 PM

Jacinto!!!!
by Jonathan Spiess Monday, March 05, 2012 at 02:52 PM

Rented this for a week, turned it back in three days later. I beat the singleplayer, played horde and beast modes, played multiplayer for two hours that I wish I could have back.
by TheBiasedIrishman Monday, March 05, 2012 at 02:59 PM

For the Sawed-off's single shot and excruciatingly long reload time, I could hardly call it overpowered. Looking forward for another excuse to go back to staining my lancer with Locust blood!
by orn428 Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:04 PM

Cannot wait for this DLC. Nuff said.
by opposedcrow88 Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:13 PM

I still play Gears multiplayer occasionally, though really the only mode I enjoy (and hence play the most) is Horde. I picked up the first two DLC packs but that was mainly because the first one was aimed specifically at improving Horde mode and the second one was a new story campaign. These latter two however aren't really worth the $10 a pop price considering how little I play the game these days. Plus, once I get Mass Effect 3 I'm not sure if I'll ever even go back to Gears.
by Doctor Whovian Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:19 PM

Wooooo! Love me some Gears, baby!
by Sluggtitz831 Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:22 PM

looks great!!
by TRANCEndantSoul Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:34 PM

We got DLC for hordes, DLC story, and multiplayer DLC... Where's the DLC for beast mode... 12 waves ends kinda quick, and extra beasts to choose from would've been nice.
by xch1n Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:37 PM

I loved Raven Down. I'm so excited to go back there.
by LastQuestion Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:37 PM

Can't wait to do scrims on Jacinto!
by Garrus Vakarian Monday, March 05, 2012 at 03:38 PM

Meh, I already got bored of Gears of War 3 and Mass Effect 3 comes out tommorow, so I think I will just sell Gears 3.
by suny7878 Monday, March 05, 2012 at 04:01 PM

Can`t wait to play them
by Lflaks Monday, March 05, 2012 at 04:09 PM

that is my birthday :) last year the 3ds came out on my birthday but i didn't get it (best decision i ever made gaming wise) too bad i don't have an Xbox. but i am sure steam will have an epic sale that day. ;)
by Chris Bailey Monday, March 05, 2012 at 04:22 PM

I love how the theme of this new DLC is kinda a after tragedy or during a tragic event.. It makes the game seem more immerse as you run around abusing the sawed off or using a modded hammerburst:)
by Zoidberg Monday, March 05, 2012 at 04:31 PM

The only multiplayer I play in GOW is horde mode so unless there are new maps for that, count me out.