New DLC, "Dark Corners" coming July 28th.

[E vee dub]

More nickel and dime DLC is coming our way. To reach that long-winded level 100 achievement, we'll be needing something to keep us going.

Pasted from Xbox.com.

Gears of War® 2, the entertainment blockbuster of 2008, has surpassed five million copies sold worldwide and the overall Gears of War franchise sales have eclipsed the eleven million unit mark. The momentum doesn't stop there—to commemorate these milestones, Microsoft Game Studios and Epic Games will unleash the Gears of War 2: All Fronts Collection, a value-packed compilation that combines all previous Gears of War 2 game add-ons with brand new multiplayer and campaign content for $19.99. Available only at retail, the new collection invades store shelves worldwide on July 28 in LIVE-enabled regions.

A brand new campaign chapter is included.
Included in the Gears of War 2: All Fronts Collection is the Gears of War 2: Dark Corners game add-on, which features seven new multiplayer maps, plus a deleted campaign chapter called Road to Ruin. In this exclusive episode, Marcus and Dom return to Locust Hollow in a scene that can be played two ways, guns blazing or in all-new stealth mode.

Put the cool premium theme on your dashboard.
Map Details
Seven brand-new multiplayer maps are included in the Dark Corners add-on.

• 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. Put your flank formation and evasive skills to the test as you 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, you 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 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.

As if that wasn't enough, the All Fronts Collection also contains every Gears of War 2 game add-on released to date on Marketplace, including the classic Flashback Map Pack, volatile Combustible Map Pack and the winter-themed Snowblind Map Pack.

Start blasting on the explosive new maps.
Also included is an introduction to Road to Ruin from Epic Games design director Cliff Bleszinski, along with a custom Xbox LIVE® theme, collectible Gears of War 2 poster, plus a strategy guide. Containing over 3,600 Microsoft Points worth of great stuff, the Gears of War 2: All Fronts Collection is an incredible value at $19.99.
Are you already enjoying the previously released collection of map packs? Available simultaneously with launch of the All Fronts Collection, the Dark Corners game add-on will be available separately for 1,600 MS Points via download from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

Gears of War 2, when it's all said and done, will end up costing me over $100 for the entire game. Sheesh!

Gears of War 2, currently 1250/1425

[E vee dub]

Only a few more days and this is out.

New Total for gamerscore...

Gears of War 2
63 / 79 achievements (80 %)
1250 / 1750 points (71 %)

[JPetrillo]

What is the total possible Gamerscore on this one now? 1525?

[E vee dub]

The "Dark Corners" map pack will be available for purchase tonight after midnight.

1600 MS points, I think. $20 freaking American dollars.

[danimoose]

This is great I just got gears 2 sat.

[JPetrillo]

1600MS is so expensive just for DLC!!!

[VA1N]

If you like multiplayer, it's worth it. And in reality, it's on 15 bucks. I only bought the new maps and the single player campaign last night because I had 2 of the old DLC's (the ice one and the one that came with new game - flashback).

First impressions, it's good! It's resparked my interest in gears! I played for a few hours last night, something I haven't done since the game came out. There's this new map called nowhere that takes place near a gas station and a bombed out hotel...that is a good map. Reminds me of the popular map from gears 1 that had that sniper spawn at the top of those stairs that looked out over a courtyard. A mulcher spawns on top of a building and controlling that is key.

As for the single player campaign, it's more hype than worth. I went through it in about 30 minutes and it was the length of a normal gears section. I did it stealthy and there wasn't any action until the end, although stealthing around in the locust tunnels was pretty cool. You meet up with someone from Gears 1 but he is only around for one gunfight...nothing spectacular.

If you like gears multiplayer and are looking for an excuse to get back in, this DLC gives you 7...

[E vee dub]

Originally Posted by danimoose

This is great I just got gears 2 sat.

If you just bought this game, you're in for a fantastic deal. For 1600MS points, purchase the "All Fronts" collection. That includes all the DLC for Gears 2 to date. That's all the maps. That's only $20 more. I highly recommend that purchase.

I already had the earlier maps, so I had to get the newest "Dark Corners" map pack for 1200MS points. That's about $15.