UPDATE:
VG247 has revealed that Killzone 3 will release in Europe on February 23, with a UK launch following on February 25.
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Sony America’s just confirmed that Killzone 3 has gone gold, with the eagerly anticipated shooter jet-packing on to store shelves across the U.S. on February 22, 2011.
A European date has yet to be confirmed, though we imagine PAL gamer won’t have to endure too much thumb-twiddling before they get their mitts on the PS3-exclusive sequel.
For our friends across the pond, however, it’s probably time to consider what incarnation of the Guerrilla Games shooter you’ll be plumping for come launch day. Two options are available: the standard retail version or the swanky Helghast Edition.
In case you’ve been kept out of the loop, the latter throws in a copy of the game, a Cloaking Helghast Marksman figure, Helghast Helmet replica, plus a "super voucher" giving punters access to a heap of bonus content, including the Killzone 3 soundtrack and Retro Map Pack.
Keep your eyes peeled for our full review of Killzone 3 come late February.