Action

Gears of War 4

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · Metacritic

3.9

Users · RAWG

2016

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateOctober 11, 2016

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ActionShooter

Playable on

PCXbox

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PCXbox OneXbox Series S/X

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

A new saga begins for one of the most acclaimed video game franchises in history. After narrowly escaping an attack on their village, JD Fenix and his friends, Kait and Del, must rescue the ones they love and discover the source of a monstrous new enemy.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Refined cover shooting with polished weapon handling.
Responsive competitive multiplayer with a substantial suite of modes.
Horde mode adds classes, fortifications, and team strategy.
Cooperative campaign supports shared combat and set pieces.
Strong visuals, detailed environments, and weather effects.

Cons

Campaign follows a safe, predictable continuation.
Multiplayer customization and progression use randomized purchases.
Campaign relies heavily on the established Gears formula.
DeeBees are less memorable and satisfying opponents than Locust.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Gameplay & themes

Action

Gears of War 4

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · Metacritic

3.9

Users · RAWG

2016

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateOctober 11, 2016

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ActionShooter

Playable on

PCXbox

Show all 3 versions ▾

PCXbox OneXbox Series S/X

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Refined cover shooting with polished weapon handling.
Responsive competitive multiplayer with a substantial suite of modes.
Horde mode adds classes, fortifications, and team strategy.
Cooperative campaign supports shared combat and set pieces.
Strong visuals, detailed environments, and weather effects.

Cons

Campaign follows a safe, predictable continuation.
Multiplayer customization and progression use randomized purchases.
Campaign relies heavily on the established Gears formula.
DeeBees are less memorable and satisfying opponents than Locust.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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