IO Interactive announces that Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days is now available in North America for Windows, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3, with the third-person shooter sequel expected in Europe on Friday and in Japan a week from Thursday. They also reveal a short wait for downloadable content, saying the first three DLC packs for the game are due on August 31:

In addition to the highly anticipated release, the studio has revealed details surrounding DLC. Beginning August 31, 2010 three unique packs will be available for gamers worldwide including a Multiplayer Mask Pack, Alliance Weapon Pack and Doggie Bag Pack. Each pack extends the Multiplayer modes by introducing more ‘tools of the trade’ and all-new heist locations.

“Given the history of Kane & Lynch, we expected overwhelming interest, and the initial acclaim solidifies the ever-growing phenomenon and attraction gamers have to the characters and story,” said Niels Jørgensen, general manager of IO Interactive. “And we are proud to be able to extend the experience in the coming weeks with more maps, weapons and toys to heighten the tension and pressure of pulling-off a high profile heist.”