Sony has announced two bits of DLC for Killzone 2, both coming in the form of multiplayer maps inspired by levels from the original Killzone. Yes, the original Killzone had multiplayer. i know, I was surprised too.

Fans of the original's competetive section might remember Beach Head and Southern Hill, two multiplayer maps from Killzone that were apparently "fan favorites."  I'm not too sure where these fans were, but we've been unable to reach any of them for a response. Here are their official descriptions of the new levels in the meantime:

In the Beach Head map, the ISA must defend their stronghold after the Helghast land on the sandy Vektan beaches. As torrential rain and gale-force winds batter the landscape, the relatively small size of the level creates a frantic hand-to-hand battleground, with the water filled craters supplying only limited cover. Picking your way across the harsh terrain, you will find many opportunities to sneak up on the enemy and take them down at close range. And if you’re able to get to them in one piece, there are also lots of higher ground sniper spots to explore…

In the Southern Hills map, the battle takes place around a central Helghast base on top of a hill. The compound is surrounded by smaller structures, creating a level that facilitates close-quarter fights within the built-up areas, as well as long-range shoot-outs in-between them. Ideal for 24 to 32 player games, the base camps in this version have been beefed up considerably, so expect to find more hiding places than in the original Killzone counterpart.

I didn't know that the original had a huge multiplayer following, but this will likely make some Killzone 2 fans very, very happy. If anyone's looking for an excuse to jump back in to Guerilla Games shooter this $5.99 pack on June 11th is likely the best way. A few more screenshots are below, and check out the game page for some more.

Anyone planning on picking this up? 

    
    

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