Microsoft and Epic released the first trailer of Gears of War 3, as always very classy, with an anticipated release date of April 8 2011.
Update : Press release and 4 images added.
“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.
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All comments (69)
graphics are nothing special...
but the rest is state of the art: like the other Gears of War Trailer: Last day and Madworld, this Trailer is different and thats good!
Gears of War 3 box art revealed:
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not to mention the trailer is in a dark place. i cant believe you 2 are even judging the graphics lol this trailer is about givin you an idea of what will be in the game like female COGs, double barrel shotgun, new enemies and new dom
4 player CO-OP in this game too! unbelievable
not to mention the trailer is in a dark place. i cant believe you 2 are even judging the graphics lol this trailer is about givin you an idea of what will be in the game like female COGs, double barrel shotgun, new enemies and new dom
4 player CO-OP in this game too! unbelievable
I hope this one's better written. They made a big thing about the improved story structure of the second.. forcing personalitys in characters that, though iconic looking, offer little in the way of personality. They really need to get some professional writers on board, and learn how to pace a game better with it's narrative.
One thing that the trailer does atleast confirm is that cover wont be the lasting safe haven anymore with those tenticle things. Hopefully 4 player co-op is on board too
i agree with bleaches tho, they made a big deal about the story in the second and it was frankly, rubbish. hopefully they get it right this time around.
Give me as good campaign as Gears2 (up to 4 players confirmed - hell yeah), updated Horde mode - bigger maps + bosses. And this thing will be well worth the 60 bucks for me. :P
Good trailer. Better than crappy reveal teaser for previous game.
god of war 3 - one eye ...etc.......
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Gears 3 will rock so hard, and i have no doubt it will look amazing when released, Gears 2 is still the best action experience i have had in a game and i hope Gears 3 is even bigger better and more badass!! :)
i just ask a middle ground for the best hardcore shooter IP around.
omfg!!!!!!
I got chills !!!!!!!!!!
My dream come true baby!!!!!! day one and my most 2011 anticipated trailer as of now,yeah just for that teaser!!!!!
Looking forward to horde mode and Co-op campaign. Multiplayer will be glitched like hell anyway...
P.S. The girl is Anya, btw ;)
But atleast Dom's got a beard now - hell yeah!! i got chills!!! lol
I have no idea how they can save the gear's story now from not indulging in cheese.. will take somebody talented, but i don't think it's their true focus anyway. I'm surprised the Crysis 2 writers not bad mouthed the story yet - he's jumping on every other game (foolishly)
I just hope the visual's are consistant this time round. Gears 2 flip flopped between looking mouth openingly awesome..to looking very meh. Gears has always been a tool to sell the engine on as much as a solid franchise. Hopefully they'll go all out on what must be Epics last push using it