Reviewed on:
Xbox Series X/S
Platform:
Xbox Series X/S, PC
Publisher:
Xbox Game Studios
Developer:
The Coalition, People Can Fly
Release:
Rating:
Mature
It’s been nearly seven years since the last mainline Gears of War game, and you’d be forgiven for thinking the franchise is little more than a past-expiration relic from the Xbox 360 era. Gears of War: E-Day may take the series back to its early days, but it is far from The Coalition compromising on innovation. Instead, the studio delivers its finest work since taking over the franchise, giving fans ample reason to be excited for the chainsaw-riddled cover shooter once again.
Reprising their roles as the leads, Marcus and Dom visit the city of Kalona to be honored as heroes of the recently concluded Pendulum Wars. Unfortunately, the peace is short-lived, as an unknown threat known as the Locusts emerge from beneath the surface, wreaking havoc and introducing a new threat to humanity. Emergence Day is perhaps the most pivotal moment in Gears of War lore, and watching it play out is nothing short of horrifying and awe-inspiring.
Right off the bat, Gears of War: E-Day feels like a horror game; monsters of all shapes and sizes rise from the ground, tearing fleeing civilians apart and decimating humanity’s militaristic response. Over the course of three days, you watch the human race scramble to respond to the surprise attack, completely overwhelmed by the ferocity and abundance of the Locust forces. Watching the city of Kalona fall in real time, as each of humanity's Hail Mary attempts is thwarted by the invading force, establishes the Locusts as a true threat.
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