Microsoft and Epic announce Gears of War 3 Season Pass, a DLC package deal that will give those who buy it the first four planned DLC releases in the next year at a 33 percent discount. Available Sept. 20 for 2400 Microsoft points on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, the season pass represents a 33 percent savings versus purchasing the add-ons individually, and also includes an exclusive Liquid Metal Weapon Set. It launches on the same day that Gears of War 3 is released at retail.

Developed by acclaimed studio Epic Games, “Gears of War 3” launches worldwide on Sept. 20 (and in Japan on Sept. 22), and is available for preorder today in three editions – Standard ($59.99 USD), Limited ($79.99) and Epic ($149.99). For additional details on the game, visit gearsofwar.xbox.com .