Gears Maps Available Now!

The new maps are up! Download them now!!!

http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/24/psa-free-gears-of-war-3-dlc-map-pack-available-now/

Gears 3 for $35 and 800 bonus Microsoft Points!

We need to consider spreading the Rustlung illness to other humans so what better way than by using this deal:

Best buy has Gears 3 for $35 new and will even throw in 800 microsoft points for free. Spread the illness today!

link:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=pcmcat258700050045&type=category

Gears Title Update 2

Looks like there is a new title update out for gears. For a full list of changes, copy and paste the following link:

http://epicgames.com/community/category/gears-of-war/

The infamous Duo: Muffy and Rocky

As you may have noticed during some of our gears matches, there is a distinct bark or growl in the background. That growl/bark is coming from Muffy (the poodle). I thought you might enjoy seeing what the culprit looks like for yourselves.

As for Rocky (the chihuahua), he is usually quiet and stays out of trouble. Next time you hear a bark, remember that fluffy face!

Overpass'd

 Hey guys,

Here's one of yesterday's video from our match on Overpass. It's quite lengthy, so grab some snacks and enjoy the show!

P.S. I didn't record the one on Mercy :(

RAAM's Shadow DLC Details

Read here:

http://forums.epicgames.com/threads/845870-RAAM-s-Shadow-Downloadable-Content-FAQ-ONSLAUGHT-OF-INFO-CONFIRMED-10-11-11

Also, here's a picture of featuring Alicia Valera, Tai, Kim, and Barrick. All 4 characters are new skins in the dlc. I call dibs on Alicia.

Post Good Deals Please!

Pit Men,

Never leave a locust behind...remember these words as you are emerging from a locust hole. There will always be a locust hand there to help you out.

Having said that, we should "extend our hand" to one another by posting some good deals on the Pit. Additionally, if we are looking for specific items, post them here so we can keep a lookout.

Start posting deals today!

First one: Walmart Black Friday Ad is out. Follow the link for entire ad:

http://localad.walmart.com/Walmart/BrowseByPage?storeid=2495049&promotionid=73567&pagenumber=8&promotionviewmode=2

Gridlock Grid

Well here is my first attempt at overlaying coordinates on a map.

Thumbs up, soldiers!

Congrats to you both for making top 20!

Gears of War - The Board Game

Apparently, there is a Gears board game out. (News to me) I have no idea how it plays, but I would not mind trying this out with other fellow Pit Men. See link for details:

http://www.amazon.com/Fantasy-Flight-Games-GE01-Gears/dp/1616611693/ref=reg_hu-rd_add_1_dp

RadicalReactor vs. Soldier of God!

RadicalReactor goes 1-on-1 against heavenly odds as a seemingly lackluster performance turns into a glorious opportunity when he runs into the all-time #12 ranked warzone player, Soldier of God! Watch to find out how our hero fulfills his destiny as he rushes into battle!

EDIT: Soldier of God is ranked 12th on all-time warzone, not 1st.

First look: Bullet Marsh and Clock Tower

sdI found this in the Epic Games forum today. Someone posted this image featuring two thumbnail sized screens of the upcoming free maps, Swamp and Clocktower.

http://download.xbox.com/content/mgs/gearsofwar/gears3/2011-10-booster-announce/booster-announce-hero.jpg

The image also has a disclaimer which reads: If you did not purchase Horde Command Pack, Aura, Rustlung, and Blood Drive ARE NOT available in Horde, Beast, Privately hosted Versus matches.

Hammerburst Changes

The Hammerburst has received 3 buffs as of today:

1. Damage increase at long range distance.
2. 2 additional magazines added to overall ammo.
3. Aiming not affected by movement

Source: http://forums.epicgames.com/threads/850315-Weapon-Balance-Hammerburst

Gears Updates

Here is a link summarizing some of the upcoming updates (some already in effect) and plans for the future:

http://gownation.net/2011/11/01/11-1-11-rods-stream-qa-recap/#more-2506

Paper Locust

I got an email from xbox with a code to unlock some gears goodies. This is one of the "paper" designs that came with it. I figured this would be a nice addition to the Pit.

I challenge someone to make this!

GE7 MURKED - Rage Quit #2

This might have to become a series of its own.