The recently released Operation Anchorage episode for Fallout 3 helped flesh out some of the game's story, as well as introduce a new area outside of the Capital Wasteland. The next episode, The Pitt, will look to do the same by bringing gamers to the ruined remains of Pittsburgh, and now we have a few more details on what we can expect in this new area.

A feature in the most recent issue of UK Official Xbox Magazine (via CVG) gives some of the first details on the upcoming DLC. The Pitt will feature a new dungeon, but will also include a new settlement to explore. This area is divided into two sections: the downtown area is home to the slaves, while the masters take residence in Haven. It looks like the new episode will have players interacting with raiders for the first time—and by interacting I mean talking, not removing limbs—with a main quest that will see players take on the role of a slave to investigate rumors about a cure for mutation.

Additionally, The Pitt will also feature an abandoned steel yard for players to investigate. Of course, the area will also feature a number of new weapons and pieces of armor. One such item is the Auto Axe, which the mag describes as "a bit like a chainsaw crossed with a Black & Decker hedge trimmer." Definitely sounds like something you could have some fun with.

The Pitt is expected to be released next month, for both the Xbox 360 and Games For Windows Live. Expect more details as the release date nears.