Gears of War 4, Microsoft's highly anticipated game reviews are finally in. The Gamespot have collected reviews and opinions from different editors of varied gaming sites who gave their two cents about the game as well. The purpose is to help gamers decide whether the game is worth to spend their time and $60 on. The game is playable on Xbox One and PC.
- Game: Gears of War 4
- Developer: The Coalition (a Microsoft-owned studio)
- Platform: Xbox One, PC
- Release: October 11 (October 7 for Ultimate Edition owners)
- Price: $60
GameSpot rated the game 7/10
"This is a shooter teetering on the edge of something greater, but despite the improvements it makes to the storied franchise, its missteps hold it back. There is inspiration here, and creativity in the way Gears of War 4 rethinks its multiplayer modes. But the lackluster campaign and technical issues are blights on an otherwise exhilarating shooter. The result is a whole that doesn't reflect the quality of its often stellar parts." -- Mike Mahardy [See Full Review]
Polygon rated the game 9/10
"Gears of War 4 is a remarkable complete package. When I was finished with Gears of War 4's campaign, I remember wondering why it didn't do more. The next morning, I was playing the game again, not out of obligation, but because I wanted to. Taken all together, Gears of War 4 doesn't completely reinvent the genre, and it's not always 'bigger.' But it's a remarkably consistent, complete package with the kind of refinement and focus few other games can manage, providing excellent solo, cooperative, and competitive options that rank it as one of the best action games of 2016." -- Arthur Gies [See Full Review]
Windows Central rated the game 5/5
"Gears of War 4 just feels great. It feels like the return of an old friend, and The Coalition masterfully weave that nostalgia into the game without smothering us in it exploitatively--which is something they very easily could have done. Gears of War 4's greatest moments can be found in between the lines. They're in the shadows of familiar silhouettes, in the tones of nostalgic sound effects, in every COG tag you find scattered around the battlefield, and every ridiculous, over-the-top set piece." -- Jez Corden [See Full Review]
The Jimquisition rated the game 7/10
"Nevertheless, the campaign is flimsy, and despite claims of signifying a new generation for the series, Gears of War 4 is ultimately an upholder of the status quo." -- Jim Sterling [See Full Review]
The US Gamer rated the game 4/5
"The Gears of War series returns in fine form. The well-scripted and fantastic-looking campaign ends rather abruptly, but while it lasts, it's an exciting thrill ride of intense firefights and over-the-top set pieces. It can feel a little repetitive and relentless at times, but overall it's a lot of fun. The game's six-mode multiplayer PvP feels refined and well designed, and offers plenty of long-term potential, while Horde 3.0 is ideal for those who want to join friends in a long, and very challenging firefight." -- Jaz Rignall [See Full Review]
People who bought and will be buying the Gears of War Ultimate Edition can start playing on the 7th of October.
