There had been some rumors stirring about a new batch of downloadable content for Gears of War 2 known as “Dark Corners,” but as it turns out, the rumor was something of a half-truth.
On July 28th, Epic Games will indeed be releasing the Dark Corners DLC for 1600 Billy Bucks, but it will also be available at retail as a part of the “Gears of War 2: All Fronts Collection,” which contains Dark Corners and all of the DLC which has been released up to this point.
And the price? $19.99 (or £14.99, or €19.99, depending on where you live), the same as the Dark Corners DLC alone. And what’s more, they’re making the retail version a worthwhile investment for those who may have already downloaded some/all of the other DLC.
Included in the package will be an introduction by Cliff Bleszinski to a new single-player chapter titled “Road to Ruin,” which is also in the package, plus a collectible poster, strategy guide, and custom Xbox LIVE theme.
The new maps for Dark Corners are described as follows:
* Allfathers Garden: Honor the sacred grounds of the Coalition founders in this explosive map, where powerful weapons catalyze fast and furious action at this COG landmark.
* Memorial: Set near the Eternal Flame, which pays tribute to the fallen soldiers on the battlefield, a hard-fought battle ensues at the Tomb of Unknowns. Putting their flank formation and evasive skills to the test, players will fight to control the Boomshot.
* Sanctuary: Once a peaceful ground for reflection and remembrance, all that remains of the Sanctuary is the chill of death. Feast your eyes on the arsenal of weapons available as you make your way through the tight paths and blind corners of the Locust-damaged temple corridors.
* War Machine: In the abandoned train station that once served as a hub for travel, players will need to master the Longshot, Mulcher and Boomshot weapons to advance the fight while evading fire from the platforms above.
* Highway: Take the fight deep into the Locust Hollow in the complex passages of this underground highway system brimming with enemy vermin. Stick together, separate the enemy and have an exit strategy ready or it’ll be a one-way trip.
* Way Station: Sitting in limbo between death and “processing” are Locust way stations filled with fallen COG soldiers. Tread lightly and practice patience as it’s better to sacrifice firepower for stealth while navigating this minefield of hidden grenades.
* Nowhere: Set in the middle of what was once a destination for weary desert travellers, the land is now barren and devoid of life. Pick off your enemies with the Longshot sniper rifle and make your way to the stairwell with a well-fortified team during this intense firefight.
And finally, so you’ll know what to look for, this is the package which you’ll find at a store near you:
