The second instalment of downloadable content for recently released Bioware RPG Mass Effect 2 is due on PC and Xbox 360 today.

The update, which is accessed in game through the Cerberus Network, will bring with it the long awaited Cerberus Assault Armour and Eviscerator Shotgun to those users with access to the network.

In an effort to fight piracy users who do not purchase a new copy of Mass Effect on either PC or Xbox 360 will have to pay 1200 Microsoft Points (roughly R112) to access the Cerberus Network and the content that it offers.

Download notes

Cerberus Assault Armor

Cerberus assault armor is designed for shock troops, turn the tide of battle against creatures or forces that would decimate normal soldiers.
Increases heavy weapon ammo capacity by +10%
Increases shields by +10%
Increases health by +10%

M-22a Eviscerator Shotgun

The M-22a Eviscerator Shotgun is a longer-range shotgun with armor-piercing loads. This design also violates several intergalactic weapons treaties, so the M-22a is not distributed to militaries.