Normally we don’t focus on press releases and the like, but for this I decided to make an exception. Here’s hoping I don’t get fired! That said, Bethesda has announced not only TWO brand new Fallout 3 DLC packs, but that all of the DLC is coming to the PS3 this year.

Many PS3-only owners had been upset that they were locked out of the DLC (especially Broken Steel and its level cap raising) so I’m glad that they’ll have a chance to try the new stuff out. There are a lot of people that thought some of the DLC wasn’t great (namely the first one, Operation Anchorage) but I’ve loved every moment of my 150+ hours in the Capital Wasteland, and I can’t wait to go back. The new DLC will be coming in June and July for the 360 and PC, with PS3 to come later.

The two new packs will be 800 points each, the first being Point Lookout and the second being Mothership Zeta. And for those thinking about checking out the game, a “Game of the Year” edition will be released this October for $59.99 with all 5 DLC packs included. Check after the break for the details.

We are pleased to announce that Fallout® 3 downloadable content (DLC) is coming to PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system. We have been working on implementing it for a while and look forward to bringing it to PS3 gamers via the PlayStation Network. Operation: Anchorage will be released for PS3 in late June, followed by the release of The Pitt and Broken Steel 4-6 weeks apart. Release dates will be forthcoming.

In addition, a new update will be released for PS3 that will allow users to download and play the new DLC. The release date for that update will be announced at a later date.

There are also two new DLCs planned for all three platforms:

· Point Lookout – Explore a massive new swampland area filled with new quests and content.

· Mothership Zeta – The aliens have returned, and they’re pissed. Experience an alien abduction first hand and find out if you’re tough enough to survive.

Point Lookout will be available in late June for Xbox 360 and PC. Cost will be 800 points or $9.99. It will be available through Xbox Live and Games for Windows Live and through token cards available at retail. Point Lookout will be available on PS3 after the first three DLCs have been released.

Mothership Zeta is scheduled for release in late July for Xbox 360 and PC. Cost will be 800 points or $9.99. It will be available through Xbox Live and Games for Windows Live and through token cards available at retail. Mothership Zeta will be available on PS3 after Point Lookout.

Finally, new Fallout 3 products will be available at retail this year.

Fallout 3 Game Add-on Pack #1 includes The Pitt and Operation: Anchorage on a disc and will be available for Xbox 360 and PC on May 26.

The Fallout 3 Game Add-on Pack #2 includes Broken Steel and Point Lookout on a disc and will be available for Xbox 360 and PC in August.

Retail versions of the game add-on packs for PS3 are not possible and the DLC will only be available for download online via PlayStation Network.

A Fallout 3 Game of the Year edition will be available in October. It will include the original game plus all five add-ons for $59.99 for Xbox 360 and PS3, and $49.99 for PC.

UPDATE! IGN has an interview with Bethesda’s Todd Howard about this new information, which you can find here.

source: Bethesda