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7 Gears of War 2 Dark Corners MP Screens

7 Gears of War 2 Dark Corners MP Screens
Written Wednesday, July 22, 2009 by Dan Webb

Next week sees the Dark Corners content for Gears of War 2 hit 360's worldwide. For those who were unlucky enough (read, most of us) to miss out on the premature release of the content, today we can bring you a brief look at all seven new multiplayer maps.

  • 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. Putting their flank formation and evasive skills to the test, players will 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, players 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 the 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 StationSitting 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.
 
Dark Corners will be available on July 28th. Check out the full Gears of War 2 gallery here. 


User Comments
Comment #1 by OmarStyles9
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:43:10 AM

NICE. 1200 points a steal, even if you can get everything else for 1600 >_>

Comment #2 by Bluetooth1987
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:43:36 AM

seems like a nice idea....cheap just how i like it. Shame i dont have the game no more lol might have to get it again

Comment #3 by english elite
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:45:44 AM

they all look quiet good but i would have liked to see clocktower of the old one, but war machine looks good and maybe they will bring it out later. i am gunna get this straight away

Comment #4 by Olliezilla
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:48:06 AM

Sweet, looking forward to this, may aswell pay 400 point extra for the All Fronts as I still need combustible maps

Comment #5 by Cacky x360a
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:48:52 AM

Although I'm not a big fan of Gears, these maps look really good.

Comment #6 by plebeianprint
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:49:29 AM

i know that the vogue thing to do is to say that Gears sucks, but I'm still having a blast with it. Epic has addressed most of our concerns, and this game is still going strong.

I need combustible, so I'm getting the full pack, and consider it a deal.

Comment #7 by xCHICKEN DIXx
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:50:04 AM

ill pass not a fan of the multiplayer on gears so much i did enjoy horde n the coop story is great

Comment #8 by Sh0tgunSquirrel
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:54:30 AM

Sweet, these look awesome. Got my points ready for this and MVC2 next week.

I wish they remade Escalation instead of War Machine tho!

Comment #9 by ix ownage xi
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:02:31 AM

sweet this is a big steal

Comment #10 by xCKxKORNFLAKES
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:02:41 AM

cool lol imma have to spend 1600 and get all the maps what a steal.

Comment #11 by daman12369
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:06:10 AM

yes their bring back war machine... that was my favorite map in the original gears!

Comment #12 by Here in NZ
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:07:28 AM

I got these a week ago for 800 ms points best purchase ever

Comment #13 by demaskinos
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:08:36 AM

can't wait for these, even though i'd like them to address the host selection i still cant help but to love the game

Comment #14 by b3nnyth3gr33k
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:11:37 AM

nice nowher ;looks really good might pick this uip

Comment #15 by Elit3Ski11s
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:19:39 AM

any word on price? or are they trying to play it down so we forget about what happened?

Comment #16 by DaChiefOfOwnage
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:46:35 AM

Sweet but getting All Fronts as I erm... need all the map packs...

Comment #17 by KIDDRAGON67
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 06:58:12 AM

sweet, i'm gonna get these instead of fallout 3, then i gotta order some more in for fallout and PD.

Comment #18 by VladimirK
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:04:03 AM

I'll probably get it just for the Campaign chapter.
Sucks that the retail disc was cancelled.

Comment #19 by Dr Popodopolus
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:04:17 AM

@15 1200 for Dark Corners, 1600 for All Fronts.

Comment #20 by DePeir
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:24:06 AM

sanctuary is an amazingly beautiful map. I really like it.

Comment #21 by revengearnce
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:33:08 AM

oh man i can't wait :D

Comment #22 by rowtheboat
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:48:51 AM

memorial looks awesome

Comment #23 by weside22
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:49:16 AM

They look amazing! Will definitely be picking these up!

Comment #24 by Ruthless Remix
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:50:51 AM

I just downloaded Snow blind yeaterday, i have the older one already, what's All Front's? Is it new? If yes ill get it all :) I havent even completed the story yet :p and i got it release day, well the day before lol.

Comment #25 by FYC Punker
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:59:21 AM

Wow lol at #24 dude if you would have waited a week you could have got all fronts,which is 1600 points,and it comes with all map packs.

You just wasted 800 points!

Comment #26 by xianizradx
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 08:13:32 AM

You expect with a gamerscore like that, he would be on top of things but I guess not, ya that was 800 down the drain.

Comment #27 by Agent Aero
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 08:42:01 AM

Instead of war machine EPIC should have brought back escalation or mausoleum.

But these pictures look awesome cant wait for these new maps and achievements! Wooohooo

Comment #28 by MAXIBHOY
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 09:07:01 AM

these maps look amazin

Comment #29 by lilasianman
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 09:09:48 AM

Agree with #8 and #27, Escalation should have been brought back...AS WELL AS War Machine. Getting this the morning it comes out. Can't wait!!!

Comment #30 by LegendaryMarvel
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 09:18:34 AM

I've never really liked the War Machine map in Gears 1. Who knows though, maybe it'll grow on me this time around.

Comment #31 by Ruthless Remix
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 09:27:20 AM

Lmao at the comments. I quit xbox for 5 months solid so haven't kept upto date plus 800 msp is like £6.50 so I'm not overly bothered, I've wasted alot more than that on xbox over the years plus I traded Fifa 09 on ps3 for 2100 msp so it's free really but nice try guys ;)

Comment #32 by toonsage
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 09:57:04 AM

awesome cant wait, envy those that got it early but hey what can you do bout that =/

Comment #33 by Slegger
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:04:18 AM

Am I only one not getting this? I mean, it's a good deal, yes, but Gears 2 is more frustrating than fun. Multplayer is shotgun acrobatics, laggy and full of people who glitch and exploit. Personally, I'm never playing this game again. Especially since the achievements require you to be level 50... eff that. I'll play Gears 3 when it comes out, but as for Gears 2, I'm done.

Comment #34 by UCB Disco
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:06:51 AM

#31: Umm... 800MSP is like $10, 1200MSP is $15, and 1600MSP is $20 USD. That's not cheap.

Comment #35 by Darth Rinoa
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:08:25 AM

lol at #33, just acquired gears 2 again and after abut 20 waves of horde i'm on lvl 4, will b getting the all fronts as i only have the the flashback map pack.

Comment #36 by ArticHaze
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:34:14 AM

The new maps look cool, i'm looking forward to the new campaign missions.

Comment #37 by Mister Buds
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:37:15 AM

war machine looks awesome. good times boosting there, haha. can't wait for this.

Comment #38 by Shockwave
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:45:46 AM

Now that i got see em IM getting this for sure

Comment #39 by iNf3Rn0 Lan
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:47:14 AM

I'd have bought these in a second if this was Gears 1... Gears 2 just isn't as fun :/

Comment #40 by I o DGK o I
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:52:14 AM

might be a buy for me

Comment #41 by Ruthless Remix
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:54:03 AM

@ 34 - The only if your unlucky enough to be American ;) Luckily for me im English and have a job. So im not worried :)

Comment #42 by The Bum-Mobile
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 10:56:48 AM

I have my points ready! War Machine, finally!
If only Bungie would give back some of their best maps...
*cough* Blood Gulch *cough*

Comment #43 by ALEX IS L33T
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 11:03:33 AM

@42
i think bungie is done with map packs for halo 3.
anyways i wish they brought back rooftops and old bones
but theses maps look solid.

Comment #44 by TehClownsta
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 11:04:23 AM

Sold this a while ago, done with this disgrace compared to the first.

Comment #45 by DakidJose
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 11:05:29 AM

Is the Troika still in War Machine? It looks like they replaced it with a statue, unless they put it on top of the statue?

Comment #46 by blackout529
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 11:49:46 AM

@41

Unlucky enough to be American?! Don't make us kick your ass in another war...

As for the Dark Corners, I'm actually more excited about the campaign chapter.

Comment #47 by xX|Triple K|Xx B100dh0uNd
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 11:57:46 AM

@45 That statue is on top of the building behind where the troika used to be. And i think they have replaced the troika with the mulcher.

I think Gears 1 was the more fun game but i love Horde, its so much fun with a good team. So yeh, i'll use these new maps for Horde first, MP second. On a different note, i wish Epic would just give us all the maps from Gears 1. They are so much better than the shit that shipped with Gears 2. Can't really think of any i like except Blood Drive.

Comment #48 by dragon strife 1
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 01:04:33 PM

looks god and good price, to bad its oout for a crap game

Comment #49 by Z. slay3r
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 03:12:33 PM

Where's the garden in Allfathers Garden? I only see concrete buildings and water. :/

Comment #50 by antnie
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 03:59:51 PM

2 words War Machine.

Comment #51 by BakyBits
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:47:09 PM

THIS IS HOMO!!!!!!!!!!!! gears reset all my stats... i was only lvl 48 but thats 2 lvls away for the achievement and i lost 90 000 killstoward seriously 2.0 .... i was going to get it legit but fuck gears now!!! FUCK!

Comment #52 by finfan815
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 05:59:01 PM

this looks sick but really...no torque on war machine

Comment #53 by N3XXIS
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 @ 07:49:02 PM

#46
You are aware that the US never went up AGAINST the English in a war... right? lol

#51
too bad. MS did announce they'd be resetting people if caught boosting. Guess you got caught huh? lol

On topic.
I guess we've all gotta be happy with 1200/1600 for these. 800 would of been ALOT nicer, but its still a good deal for more campaign content and 7 new maps. Good work Epic. Just hope you be super-duper kind and give it out to everyone for 800. (though i know it wont happen)

Comment #54 by Redskinsfan26
Thursday, July 23, 2009 @ 12:50:04 AM

I guess Boomshot is replacing where torque bow is on War Machine. I'll definately be picking up All Fronts though.

Comment #55 by Jkaboose94
Thursday, July 23, 2009 @ 12:51:16 AM

Hey, Hey, come on now America and England are practically brothers we're both permanent members of the UN, are two of the most powerful counrties in the world, speak the same language, and rely on eachother for many things. Now lets get back to Videogames..... The Gears maps look good Yay! Some even have the cool scenery from Ruins! lol

Comment #56 by Le3THal
Thursday, July 23, 2009 @ 05:27:33 AM

Mostly looking forward to the single player stuff & the mp maps... especially the Nowhere map! lookz sick indeed
Next week can't come fast enough!!!


Oh & no.55 i totally agree :0D

Comment #57 by i got squeezed
Thursday, July 23, 2009 @ 01:03:49 PM

I have to say these looks good, but to sad because i lost intrest last year, games horrible

Comment #58 by xigesx818o
Friday, July 24, 2009 @ 09:17:22 PM

Looks good but as some others stated, escalation would be a better choice.

Comment #59 by Matts623
Saturday, July 25, 2009 @ 10:51:38 AM

very sexy

Comment #60 by Bell 2d
Saturday, July 25, 2009 @ 04:04:13 PM

Looks great can't wait this come out on July 28th the horde achievements look dull though can't really be bothered with completing so many waves plus getting to a required level will take hours to get them all.

And do you get them even if your passed that level i'm level 35 now will i get the reach level 10 on if i complete the horde achievement one that specific map?

But the Pictures of the Dark Corner Maps look interesting and look better than the snowblind map pack.

The Campaign looks promising and entertaining might go in stealthy instead of guns blazing.

Comment #61 by derekandjoanne
Monday, July 27, 2009 @ 07:33:58 AM

Cant wait for these maps i'm staying up till after midnight to download, cant wait, the horde achievements will be interesting, certainly take a week or two.....


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US: November 07, 2008
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