Microsoft released this press release regarding Gears of War. Also, something that many players will be excited to know is that the achievements DO NOT have to be played in a Ranked game to be earned… about time!

Thursday, June 14, at 2 a.m. GMT, the stakes get even higher as “Gears of War®”, rated M for Mature, releases eight new Achievements for the “Annex” gametype and the “Hidden Fronts” Multiplayer Map Pack on Xbox LIVE®.

In addition to adding new Achievements, worth a total of 250 points, “Gears of War” developer Epic has improved the Roadie Run controls so players have greater control of their movement and can better annihilate their pestilent enemies. The title update will also help squash multiplayer exploits and provide general housekeeping.

We will have the complete list on x360a.org tomorrow when the update hits consoles.