Gears of War 4
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"We didn't make E-Day as a reaction to Gears 5": How The Coalition ripped up the Gears of War playbook to…The Coalition is developing Gears of War: E-Day, a prequel set on Emergence Day, aiming to recapture the spirit of the original trilogy while rebuilding core mechanics in Unreal Engine 5. The game will feature a more focused, linear experience within the city of Kalona, emphasizing dense combat arenas and fluid movement, and is set for release on PC and Xbox Series X in October 2026.
Gears 6 Was Suggested Before The Coalition Settled on Gears of War: E-Day, Says JD’s Voice ActorLiam McIntyre, the voice actor for JD Fenix in Gears of War 4, revealed that The Coalition had considered developing Gears 6 before deciding to create the prequel Gears of War: E-Day. McIntyre expressed his hope that the studio might revisit the planned sequel in the future, while also sharing his ideas for JD's potential return in a new game.
Gears 5 Review | Giant BombGears 5 offers a solid campaign that continues the story of Kait Diaz, though its new open-world elements are less successful than traditional Gears gameplay. The game also features an improved Horde mode and a new Escape mode, but competitive multiplayer remains largely unchanged. Available on Xbox Game Pass, Gears 5 is recommended for its campaign and Horde mode, especially given its inclusion in the subscription service.- Gears 5 ReviewGears 5 is a solid entry in the series, available on Xbox Game Pass for Xbox One and PC. While the campaign's new open-world elements are not entirely successful, the game excels when it embraces its traditional Gears gameplay. The Horde mode is improved, but the new Escape mode and competitive multiplayer are less compelling.