Nicole Fawcett

"We felt that fans were getting a bit desensitised to the violence" Gears of War: E-Day devs made a "big investment" in gore, and weirdly, it works

Developers at The Coalition discuss the significant investment in gore and realistic violence for Gears of War: E-Day, aiming to make combat more impactful and less desensitizing for players. They explain how detailed effects, dismemberment, and blood pooling contribute to the game's cathartic combat system, balancing grimdark storytelling with moments of levity.