Gears of War 3 Horde Command DLC Overview

Gears of War 3 Horde Command DLC Overview

The Horde Command Pack DLC has hit for Gears of War 3! Find out what's new, including maps, characters and fortifications for fending off the Locust (and Lambent) Horde!

By NateBest - Nov 02, 2011 10:11 AM EST
Filed Under: Gears of War 3

Epic Games revealed the Horde Command DLC last month. The new DLC has hit Xbox LIVE and we've got a new video overview to help you prepare!



The Gears of War 3 Horde Command Pack adds three new playable characters, two new weapon skins, and additional achievements worth 250 Gamerscore, and new fortification upgrades for Horde mode.

The DLC Is available NOW for 800 Microsoft Points or for download automatically to consumers who have purchased the Gears of War 3 Season Pass which entitles you to the game’s first four game add-ons at a 33 percent discount, the Horde Command Pack includes:

New Maps:

Blood Drive
Gears of War 3 - Horde Command DLC - 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 favourite to Horde.

Rustlung
Gears of War 3 - Horde Command DLC - 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
Gears of War 3 - Horde Command DLC - 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.

New fortification upgrades:
  • 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:
Gears of War 3 - Horde Command DLC Characters
  • Onyx Guard
  • Big Rig Dizzy
  • Bernie
New weapon skins:
  • Team Plasma
  • Jungle Camo


About Gears of War 3

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.

Release Date: September 20, 2011
Publisher: Epic Games
ESRB Rating: Mature

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