GAMING NEWS – E3: Microsoft Announces Limited Edition GEARS OF WAR 3 Console

By
Chris Thompson
– Posted on June 10, 2011
June 7, 2011 — Designed by Microsoft and Epic games, this limited edition Xbox 360 console commemorates the spectacular story...

June 7, 2011 — Designed by Microsoft and Epic games, this limited edition Xbox 360 console commemorates the spectacular story conclusion to one of the most celebrated trilogies in videogame history.

Inspired by the blockbuster Xbox 360 franchise, the Xbox 360 limited edition “Gears of War 3” Bundle includes an exclusive red and black console design with two custom-designed Xbox 360 wireless controllers, a 320GB hard drive and built-in Wi-Fi connection for easier access to the world of entertainment on Xbox LIVE, and will be available from 20th September 2011.

The package includes a standard copy of “Gears of War 3,” a wired headset, plus a download token for bonus game content including the Infected Omen Weapon Pack and the Adam Fenix character for use in multiplayer.

The Infected Omen Weapon Pack gives fans the infected omen skin for use on the five starting weapons: Lancer, Retro Lancer, Hammerburst, Gransher, and Sawed-Off Shotgun. Also, the power and eject buttons have been customised with unique sounds from the “Gears of War” universe.

Truly a collector’s item for Xbox 360 and “Gears of War” fans, the console is incredible value with more storage than any other Xbox 360 console, and includes two customised limited edition wireless controllers.  Customers can also purchase the customised Limited Edition “Gears of War 3” wireless controller separately.

For more information on Xbox360 “Gears of War 3” limited edition bundle visit www.xbox.com.

The Xbox 360 “Gears of War 3” limited edition bundle will launch 20th September, 2011.

Developed by acclaimed studio Epic Games, “Gears of War 3” launches worldwide on 20thSeptember, 2011, and is available for preorder today in three distinct editions Standard (£49.99), Limited (£59.99) and Epic (£99.99).

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Chris Thompson is an internationally-recognised comics journalist, podcaster, retailer and speaker who has appeared at conventions across three continents. You can hear him on The Orbiting Pod and Pop Culture Hound podcasts; see his work on First Comics News, Bleeding Cool and various other sites; and follow him on Twitter @popculturehound.