Just finished the campaign in co-op, and it was just fantastic. Well worth the wait

Unfortunately, I don't have time for MP now, so I am going to save my free 2 days of Live for later in the year, and in the next few weeks I will probably re-play the campaign on insanity and also do arcade, and maybe even some local horde

http://majornelson.com/2011/09/29/gears-of-war-3-sells-three-million-copies-in-first-week-sales/


Gears of War 3 sells more than three million copies in first week sales

Following more than 22,000 midnight madness launch events, Microsoft and Epic Games today announced that the Xbox 360 exclusive sold more than three million copies in its first week since release, cementing Gears 3 as the biggest game of 2011 and catapulting the franchise beyond one billion dollars in lifetime sales.

In just one week, Gears 3 has already grossed more than any 2011 video game to date.

Gears of War By Larry Hryb, Xbox LIVE's Major Nelson

Long queues, the anticipation and the excitement were all there in yesterday’s Gears of War 3 Singapore launch in Funan DigitaLife Mall in Singapore. Over 1,000 fans stood in line at the main atrium for the highly anticipated Xbox 360 game.


Apparently, the queue began to form on 3pm Sunday, 18 September with hardcore fans waiting to be the first to get their hands on the game, which officially launched at 8pm yesterday. On top of that, fans also get a first-look at the game, hands-on gameplay and on-stage activities including a special appearance by Marcus Fenix.

Here’s a video of the countdown of the Gears of War 3 launch:-

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJYomd6sgoM&feature=player_embedded

While many fans around the world are still waiting for their Gears of War 3 copy, Singapore is among the first few countries to get their launch on September 19, ahead of USA.

22-year old William Ten was the first person in Singapore to receive the Gears of War 3 Epic Edition from Marcus Fenix and Microsoft representatives. Ten also get the survivor kit, an autographed poster and a “Gears of War 3” hoodie, worth close to S$200. An additional 50 fans who were amongst the first in queue also walked away with an autographed poster and a “Gears of War 3” hoodie.

“While Gears of War 3 was one of the most anticipated games of the year, the turnout today far surpassed all expectations. The fans turned up in full-swing, and it was even more amazing to see the number of people who didn’t pre-order the game lining up to get it” said Ben Tan, general manager of Microsoft’s retail sales and marketing division, Asia Pacific, presenting the Epic Edition box to Ten.

A look at the Gears of War 3 babes:-

http://sgcafe.com/2011/09/gears-of-war-3-launch-in-singapore/

Some lighting display from Gears of War 3.

Keep staring at the sun like that and you're gonna go blind.

CVG

Microsoft and Epic Games have announced the Gears of War 3 Horde Command Pack DLC, set to launch November 1.

The add-on includes three new maps, three new playable characters, two new weapon skins, new Horde fortification upgrades and additional Achievements worth 250 Gamerscore.

The pack's available for 800 Microsoft Points or for download automatically to those who've purchased the Gears of War 3 Season Pass.

The new additions include (in Microsoft's words):

Maps
Blood Drive - The Jacinto Medical Plaza was overwhelmed by evacuated citizens after the government-sanctioned Hammer Strikes, and the ensuing riots quickly turned this safe haven into a dangerous inferno. An abundance of high ground and funneled choke points make this map a returning favorite to Horde.

Rustlung - Once the pride of the Royal Tyran Navy, the foredecks of this decommissioned battleship are now riddled with bullet holes. Any team with the fortitude to hold the exposed central torpedo bay will find that the ship's Loader has been replaced with a battle-ready Silverback mech suit.

Azura - This island resort was once the exclusive domain of Sera's educated elite, but the tranquil water gardens and lush foliage have become a hotly contested combat zone. Dual snipers overlook a powerful explosive weapon, while the defensive central platform may be your last resort of retreat.

Fortifications
Command Center - A brand new type of fortification that allows you to call in fire support from sniper teams, mortar strikes and even multiple Hammers of Dawn.
Decoy Upgrade - A new fortification level that turns your decoy into an Onyx Guard bot that will fight in your defense.
Sentry Upgrade - This upgrade adds a fire bolt sentry that deals much more damage and is very effective against Berserkers.
Silverback Upgrade - This advancement allows you to upgrade your Silverback exo-suit with devastating rockets and extra levels of repair cost reduction.

New characters
Onyx Guard
Big Rig Dizzy
Bernie

New weapon skins
Team Plasma
Jungle Camo

http://www.computerandvideogames.com/321182/gears-of-war-3-horde-command-dlc-announced/

That's only if you are jerking off while staring at the sun.

the dlc will be also 115kb (it is already on the disc) Rustlung for an example was already in the 5 versus all trailer. Oh well..

great post like it thanks for sharing it keep it up

Which, I do.