For the past few days, people have hinted at a release of Gears of War for the Xbox 360 that would inlcude both a cheaper retail price, $39.99, and all the downloadable content featured in on Xbox Live. Well, I guess the rumors are true. Microsoft recently released a press release announcing the details of the rerelease.

“Gears of War” updated two-disc edition and price drop arrive in June

On June 4th, “Gears of War” will be offered at the new estimated retail price of $39.99 (Xbox 360) and $29.99 (Games for Windows) throughout the U.S. and Canada.

In addition to a new price tag, an updated two-disc retail version of “Gears of War” (Xbox 360) will arrive in the U.S. and Canada beginning June 24. The two-disc version includes previously released multiplayer map packs, the Annex game mode, and the ability to earn up to eight additional multiplayer Achievements worth 250 Gamerscore. Gamers will also get a taste of the highly anticipated sequel, “Gears of War 2,” through trailers and other extras.

Two-Disc Version Contents:

DISC ONE - GAME DISC

DISC TWO - EXTRAS

Gears of War
• Map Packs 1 & 2
• Theme - ‘Emergence Day’
• Gamer Pics - ‘Gears of War,’ ‘Emergence Day’

Gears of War 2
• Trailers - ‘Duel,’ ‘Assault’
• Theme - ‘Bare Your Teeth’
• Gamer Pics - ‘Crimson Omen’

“Gears of War,” winner of over 30 Game of the Year awards, redefined the third-person action genre upon its November 2006 release and has gone on to sell 4.7 million copies worldwide. The struggle for survival continues this November with “Gears of War 2.”

“Gears of War” is rated M for Mature by the ESRB.

Some good news for those who haven’t picked up the game yet. Fans of the series will also most likely want to check out the Gears of War 2 bonus content as well.