Gears Tactics

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  1. ClaytonCarmine
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Thank you for very Much, Microsoft, The Coalition, Splash Damage, Rod Fergusson, and Phil Spencer.!
    Gears Tactics, is very Cool tactical Game!
    I love Halo, Gears, Forza, Ori, Fable, I love XBOX!!!
  2. dimvcl
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Best game in its genre, perfect to play with game pass. The gears universe is perfect with this kind of game.
  3. Kreator_
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Gears Tactics - an exciting tactic with incredibly beautiful graphics, interesting missions and well-developed mechanics, which could have been better if the authors of the game paid more attention to the story. Otherwise, we have a great project for fans of the genre, regardless of their loyalty to the Gears of War franchise.
  4. jrlordelo
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Gráficos muito bons! Mesmo sendo um jogo por turnos (que eu sou viciado) tem uma cadência de gameplay muito boa, não perde aquela emoção e correria de GEARS!! Muitas opções de personalização dos chars! Um RPG tático de verdade mas sempre sendo GEARS! Violento e frenético, tomara que a Microsoft faça mais jogos assim por turnos!!!
  5. Cloudthor
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Maravilloso juego, excelente jugabilidad, este tipo de juegos de estrategia valen demasiado la pena, que gozada de juego.
  6. Laurent13
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Great game and it`s good that the franchise is developing in different directions!
  7. Makavelii54
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Was not expecting such a fun game finally Microsoft is coming with the bangers.. we have had such a bad gen this is really looking good for series x
  8. BenCrayfourd
    May 19, 2020
    9
    Absolutely loved this game - so much so that I didn’t want it to end.
    I pretty much loved everything about it, the graphics are crisp and beautiful, the story is great, the customisation is plentiful and it has more to offer. I really hope they bring out some story based DLC as this deserves a lot of attention for quite some time.

    Game of the year contender
  9. marte007
    May 20, 2020
    8
    Worth a try if you like XCOM or Phantom Doctrine. Well made UI except for some minor bugs.
    Pros:
    - Graphics
    - Animations
    - Controls/UI
    - Story
    - Included in the Microsoft game pass for 4€ a month
    Con:
    - No base building
  10. EdgarMttz
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Me llevó alrededor de 30 horas completar la campaña y me sorprende lo bueno que fue, teniendo en cuenta que este es el primer juego de estrategia de The Coalition. Si eres fanático de la franquicia o no, o un fanático que nunca jugó un juego de estrategia como XCOM antes, es bueno y definitivamente vale la pena tu tiempo. Juego divertido e intenso, gráficos increíbles y un juego deMe llevó alrededor de 30 horas completar la campaña y me sorprende lo bueno que fue, teniendo en cuenta que este es el primer juego de estrategia de The Coalition. Si eres fanático de la franquicia o no, o un fanático que nunca jugó un juego de estrategia como XCOM antes, es bueno y definitivamente vale la pena tu tiempo. Juego divertido e intenso, gráficos increíbles y un juego de estrategia por turnos muy bueno. Y puedo verme repitiéndolo más tarde.… Expand
  11. WVideoGameBoss
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    After the recent XCOM, it's just amazing. I hope that the 2nd part of Tactics will be released and will be even better.
  12. wanderu
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Не скажу, что я фанат тактических игр, но я их люблю. Tactics - прекрасный образец своего жанра, дорогой и продуманный, с качественными катсценами и сюжетом. Игру, понятное дело, еще не прошел, но буду с нетерпением ждать вторую часть.Не скажу, что я фанат тактических игр, но я их люблю. Tactics - прекрасный образец своего жанра, дорогой и продуманный, с качественными катсценами и сюжетом. Игру, понятное дело, еще не прошел, но буду с нетерпением ждать вторую часть.
  13. Beereal20
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Great gameplay and unexpectedly fast pace makes for an exciting experience... Must play for lovers of the gender and for new comers
  14. germanik
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Большое спасибо Microsoft за отличную тактику. Прохожу на Xbox One X в издании Youtube Edition. Игра классная, интересная, графонистая!
  15. Marcusshsp
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    O jogo possui uma mecânica mto boa, além de uma história bem desenvolvida e gráficos Excelentes. Gears Tatics é um exemplo a ser seguido no gênero de RPG tático
  16. Vasot
    Apr 28, 2020
    8
    I thought Xcom Chimera would be better well i was wrong Gears Tactics is superior in almost every way compared to the latest Firaxis title. First the graphics are superb for a turn based game the sounds and voices are top-notch and the gameplay is very polished and simple. The only thing that i don't like that much is the plot i wish it was more mature. Well done Microsoft for creating aI thought Xcom Chimera would be better well i was wrong Gears Tactics is superior in almost every way compared to the latest Firaxis title. First the graphics are superb for a turn based game the sounds and voices are top-notch and the gameplay is very polished and simple. The only thing that i don't like that much is the plot i wish it was more mature. Well done Microsoft for creating a great strategy game… Expand
  17. Digitalkid
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    Top quality tactical turn-based RPG. Best XCOM follower since 2010. Please, more of the same!
  18. RodKratos
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Excelente jogo, com uma gameplay diferente dos outros Gears, mas mantendo o padrão de qualidade, gameplay frenética, gráficos bonitos.
  19. Renanzera
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Jogão, um dos melhores jogos por turno de todos. A ambientação é um show a parte
  20. Nickrouz
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Es un juegazo definitivamente, me sorprendió no me esperaba mucho del estudio The coalition, pero me taparon la bota con este juegazo, espero que no lo llenen de negativos como siempre lo hacen aquí por el solo hecho de ser de Microsoft, soy muy fan de este genero y me alegra mucho tener un genero de este estilo.
    por el momento llevo 10 horas de juego y me ha parecido excelente, su    Es un juegazo definitivamente, me sorprendió no me esperaba mucho del estudio The coalition, pero me taparon la bota con este juegazo, espero que no lo llenen de negativos como siempre lo hacen aquí por el solo hecho de ser de Microsoft, soy muy fan de este genero y me alegra mucho tener un genero de este estilo.
    por el momento llevo 10 horas de juego y me ha parecido excelente, su apartado grafico es brutal, el sonido y las mecánicas del juego están muy pulidas, lo único negativo que algunas misiones secundarias son bastante parecidas a las principales, pero el resto todo bien.    … Expand
  21. CJWenceslao
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    I was honestly afraid this couldn't possible live up to XCOM 2. And i was delightfully mistaken, combat wise this is my new favorite Turn Based Strategy game. I hope this comes out with a sequel and it expands on the world and mechanics.
  22. JetatreamSam
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    Super duper mega klasse! Must have! Habe den ersten akt durch gespielt und bin echt begeistert, das ist so ziemlich das erste taktik shooter game das ich spiele und ich bin jetzt schon echt geflasht
  23. Gonanda
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    This is outstanding, excellent game! In my PC game runs smoothly on ultra quality settings. Storyline made very cool, especially first act! Bosses very horribly and huge! Castomization of my team - convenient and beautiful feature! So many options accessable in barraks for customisation! Gameplay likes me. Three action points - this fresh decision, overwatch system is excellent, and veryThis is outstanding, excellent game! In my PC game runs smoothly on ultra quality settings. Storyline made very cool, especially first act! Bosses very horribly and huge! Castomization of my team - convenient and beautiful feature! So many options accessable in barraks for customisation! Gameplay likes me. Three action points - this fresh decision, overwatch system is excellent, and very helpful in tough battles. Overall, game costs of EVERY cent! Developers, thank you so much for this marvelous game!… Expand
  24. HighlnderX91
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Juegazo!! Desde el tutorial hasta las misiones principales. Corre muy fluido y la traducción como el audio es digno de un juego de la saga principal.
  25. LittleHastur
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    In general I'm not a big fan of Turn Based strategy game but man, this game it's just sooo damn good!
    The graphic is stunning and almost every mechanics and every moves feels like an authentic Gears game, the story is well written and main characters are interesting and captivating.
    The pace is frenetic and there are some situations where you have to defend and maintain your positions    In general I'm not a big fan of Turn Based strategy game but man, this game it's just sooo damn good!
    The graphic is stunning and almost every mechanics and every moves feels like an authentic Gears game, the story is well written and main characters are interesting and captivating.
    The pace is frenetic and there are some situations where you have to defend and maintain your positions and others where you've to attack and perform executions to gain extra actions points.
    The customization of your gears is complete and let you create and personalize your army as you like.
    In short this game surprised me and I strongly recommend it to all GOW fans.    … Expand
  26. 111bienio111
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    Flips the xcom formula enough that it feels unique and its great. I honestly didn't know what to expect with this title, but four hours flew by today and I have been chuckling my way through this game!!! Highly recommended!!
  27. Chechomota97
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Genial juego de estrategia, no es malo experimentar así con las franquicias! Deleite total, Pero cuidado ! Si no te gustan los juegos de estrategia mejor ni lo toques
  28. Savagemanu92
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    This game is a blast to play. I was able to create my own cog solider and take him into Battle. There are so many ways to make each character unique. Can't wait for Xbox release. Hopefully along side a multiplayer option
  29. Pellissa
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    El juego está bastante bien hecho, muy robusto, la jugabilidad correcta, derrocha calidad por todos lados, para ser un juego fuera de su zona de confort esta muy bien logrado, recomiendo su compra aún así no hayas jugado ningún juego de la saga.
  30. GearsofSkorge
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Refreshing entry that is addictive and fun! Here’s hoping Tactics becomes its own spin off franchise. Well done Splash Damage and TC.
  31. TomasLacerda
    May 4, 2020
    10
    What a surprise. Gears Tactics improves by far the XCOM approach.
    In-game, this game is much more strategic, the rhythm is much more fun and engaging, there is not as much silly animations that one has to endure through it. It felt more rewarding flanking and for some reason when I was missing shots it didn't felt as frustrating as in XCOM, it feels more natural when you are supposed to    What a surprise. Gears Tactics improves by far the XCOM approach.
    In-game, this game is much more strategic, the rhythm is much more fun and engaging, there is not as much silly animations that one has to endure through it. It felt more rewarding flanking and for some reason when I was missing shots it didn't felt as frustrating as in XCOM, it feels more natural when you are supposed to hit or not. The customization options are pretty satisfying and the tech trees are complex enough to customize the way you see fit.
    Would like to see more strategic options outside missions, but still, the game is really good where that absence doesn't fill as heavy since the in-game gameplay is so satisfying.    … Expand
  32. Homecracker
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    Grandioso juego, gráficos exquisitos, gran personalización, una gran banda sonora, una campaña bastante larga y una historia interesante, si bien es más simple que otros juegos del genero la verdad es que, da mucha mas libertad para poder actuar, no hagan caso a los trolls y los fanboys de xcom que flodean las reviews, es juego bastante bueno y que si tienes gamepass deberias probarlo.
  33. Breo2019
    May 2, 2020
    10
    This game is way much better than I expected, a real great surprise from Xbox game studio friends.
  34. isu98
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    microsoft. mejoro mucho y sobretodo los aciertos y dificultades normalmente tiene los xcom.
  35. ChesterField
    May 6, 2020
    9
    Well, i dont know about you, but i liked more than gears 5. A lot of little details in gameplay, character customization and actions you can do in the game makes it way better than the horrible xcom chimera fornite squad. The story is at the same level of the previous gears. Recommended.
  36. Nargalu666
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    Muy buen juego tactico, han simplificado el tema de los recursos de las bases tan habitual en este tipo de juegos. La personalización de pjs esta bien y la atmosfera del lore de Gears of war también muy conseguido. 100% recomendable. Y el hecho de salir en gamepass es algo que la gente que no lo tenga no sabe lo que se pierde. Muy bien Microsoft.
  37. ampli5i3r
    Apr 30, 2020
    8
    Um bom e competente jogo do gênero. Realmente é bem impressionante o que o pessoal conseguiu fazer. Quando comparo com o Chimera e o Phoenix Point chega a dar pena deles. Gráficos no padrão Gears. As missões são um pouco repetitivas e o jogo tem alguns bugs, mas de modo geral é bem bacana e com um gameplay super viciante e satisfatório.
  38. Jam_Cam
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Gears Tactics does a great job of updating the turn based strategy genre. Movement is fluid and emphasizes the look and feel of Gears of War without feeling tacky. Battles rarely become a bogged down slug fest like many other strategy games. Gears Tactic does a great job keeping the pace moving forward. Character customization and item drops are plenty.

    My 8 year old PC isn't able to    Gears Tactics does a great job of updating the turn based strategy genre. Movement is fluid and emphasizes the look and feel of Gears of War without feeling tacky. Battles rarely become a bogged down slug fest like many other strategy games. Gears Tactic does a great job keeping the pace moving forward. Character customization and item drops are plenty.

    My 8 year old PC isn't able to load the highest graphical setting, character textures are smoothed over, but game-play runs without issues. Play this game!    … Expand
  39. Pr8Dator2
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    Would have been a 10 for me if not for the lack of a more meaty strategic layer but hey, its Gears, not Xcom and this is one solid Gears game that feels like a Gears game. Solid sound and visuals really immerses player into the Gears world. Somehow it feels like Space Marines to me, fast paced, high stake, badass characters and executions u nvever get sick of.
  40. KembroSlice
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    Visually this is stunning, loving the detail of the art and general change in scenery this game has. While it lacks some of features when compared to others in the genre i feel this makes up for it in abundance with amusing VO /character interaction and really intense clutch moments. Best in Genre on a technical level for sure.
  41. Drastic_drugs
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    Best ever tactic strategy! Wonderful designed combat mechanics, interesting bosses. BLOOD & GUTS! Yeah baby! It's a tactic strategy about real men! It's not like piece of **** **** like x-com chimera squad yhat was made for ****s by ****s!
  42. CarlosNb7
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    AMAZING tactic experience, im the person who always plays tactic games. And gears tactics is just AWESOME. Have a lot of action, a lot of hard choices, I love this game.
  43. czek1976
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    I am very surprised how much fun this game is. I love XCom but I think this game is just more fun and Plays better but it still provdes enough tactics to be an in Depth Strategy game.

    Cut Scenes and Story is great and actually quite lengthy so I can definitley recommend this game!
  44. Luisempai
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    Excelente ponta pé no gênero , se equiparando muito bem com jogos do gênero como xcom e mutant year zero , além dos gráficos e dublagem excelentes , espero poder continuar vendo próximos jogos da saga em outras plataformas simultaneamente com o Xbox
  45. LiseTorvalds
    Apr 30, 2020
    8
    Good volume, Good characters, Good action, Good X-COMish but still unique gameplay.
  46. Willbanana
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego, es de mis favoritos (hasta ahora) del genero junto a XCOM aunque tiene muchas cosas de él, tiene esa esencia Gears que le hacia falta a la franquicia.
    Recomendadisimo totalmente si te gusta este tipo de jeugos.
  47. awolcz
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    This game is more casual than XCom series, but it introduces some cool new mechanics and I'm actually enjoying it more. Graphics and cutscenes are awesome and I feel like playing regular Gears game.
  48. Halikhan
    May 7, 2020
    9
    После разочарований последних частей XCOM, это игра очень порадовала! По мне очень шикарна система прокачки персонажей, было очень интересно пробовать новые ветки скилов! Ставлю минус бал, только за приевшиеся в конце проходные миссии, видимо для увеличения времени прохождения игра! Но отдельный респект за боссов! Заслуженно 9/10!!! Буду ждать продолжения!!!После разочарований последних частей XCOM, это игра очень порадовала! По мне очень шикарна система прокачки персонажей, было очень интересно пробовать новые ветки скилов! Ставлю минус бал, только за приевшиеся в конце проходные миссии, видимо для увеличения времени прохождения игра! Но отдельный респект за боссов! Заслуженно 9/10!!! Буду ждать продолжения!!!
  49. Rizzla
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    Brilliant. Hope to see a sequel. I would love to see some base mechanics added to the game, just to add more replayability. But this game is so much fun.
  50. E_king2020
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Didn't really play or was into Gears games at all before this came out. But once I gave this a try, it really blew me away. It gives you vibes of Xcom Strategy and the classic Gears feel and mixes together really well.
  51. EldRockFenix
    May 1, 2020
    10
    An interesting game and different from the other Gears released I liked the style I hope the Coalition releases more games from the franchise so who knows a battle royale in the style of Cod Warzone
  52. ZEQUBUS
    May 3, 2020
    10
    Xbox com on roids Give it a go.only bad thing I could say is I wish u could build base and did more stuff in menu and vs but this game dose it dose better than any over out there action and doesn't stop boss are great .dont miss out
  53. Vinnie1234
    May 10, 2020
    9
    I haven't finished it yet but this game is great. I love turn based action games and this one is on XCOM 2 or Jagged Alliance 2 level!
  54. Jasiim
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. العبة جميلة والجرافكس فيها جبار واسلوب العب ممتع… Expand
  55. LOLLO4791
    May 8, 2020
    10
    The Game is well optimized and THIS IS a real Gow game, but xcom style view... Well done cutscenes and graphic... A little repetitieve but very funny and very good game. Buy it when price lower a little.
  56. Okaytroy
    Apr 30, 2020
    9
    Interesting game, makes you want to dust if the old gears titles. Would be great to have multiplayer support.
  57. adriangonc
    May 10, 2020
    10
    Since Starcraft 2 I haven't had so much fun in a strategy game, Gears Tactics is excellent.
    Nice graphic's, music and narrative.
  58. VvNeo2000vV
    Apr 30, 2020
    9
    Very good game, better than Phoenix Point. Phoenix Point has some cool additions for a tactical turn based combat game but seemed janky. This game is fluid and fun with great story and fair RNG.
  59. jeffbizloc
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Beat Gears Tactics on Experienced difficulty. Very well done game.

    Game(s) like: XCom

    Pros:
    - Kinda enjoyed the no grid system
    - Graphics, presentation were top notch
    - Just a fun game to play with a good mix of skills to make the tactics interesting

    Cons:
    - About 20% too long - the side missions dragged
    - The navigation system to add equipment was kinda annoying
  60. nitorita
    May 26, 2020
    8
    An XCOM clone with Gears characters, setting, and story. There isn't much here that you haven't experienced already if you've played XCOM already, but it's still a fun game nonetheless. My review is based on the Experienced (hard) difficulty level.

    There are some balancing issues in this game which feel like oversights that could've been easily improved upon. Healing is pathetically    An XCOM clone with Gears characters, setting, and story. There isn't much here that you haven't experienced already if you've played XCOM already, but it's still a fun game nonetheless. My review is based on the Experienced (hard) difficulty level.

    There are some balancing issues in this game which feel like oversights that could've been easily improved upon. Healing is pathetically weak in the beginning, overwatch is a pretty broken mechanic for fighting off overwhelming numbers, and several frontline classes feel underwhelming compared to others. Secondary mission objectives tend to be unforgivably difficult and give mediocre rewards, making them an unnecessary effort in most cases. The bosses are insanely difficult and ten times harder than standard missions, which is just not fun.

    The reason why I gave Gears Tactics an 8 is mainly because of how it gets repetitive as you progress deeper into the game, and how the bosses are just plain torture, particularly the final one. The first act drags on a bit and doesn't engage you all that much, but that improves from the second act onward. The variety in map objectives, intelligent AI, and team composition system are all praiseworthy. If you were to rent this game with the Xbox Game Pass, then it's probably a 9 or a 10 from sheer value. But at retail price, an 8 is all it deserves.

    For people without a decent rig: This game isn't optimized and eats up CPU for breakfast, so watch your temperatures in case they get too high. Also, if you don't have a recent GPU driver installed, this game can overheat your GPU and crash the game, so be sure to update your driver as well.    … Expand
  61. Sonyer
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    I love the strategic video games, this genre is one of my favorites and I can tell this, this game is a Masterpiece great story, interesting characters, beautiful graphics what else do you need! I can't wait to play the Xbox One version.
  62. RetroRock1996
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Un juego asombroso, la jugabilidad y el diseño de los ecenarios son muy sobresalientes, magnifico juego e historia.
  63. Josh_Sinclair
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Some of the best cutscenes in gears. Interesting gameplay. Amazing story that finally gives a look at new characters past.
  64. JuanMacedo09
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    Nunca joguei um jogo no estilo XCOM (Com Turno), o motivo por estar jogando Gears Tactics, e pela a sua história, e até o momento está me agradando, nunca pensei que um jogo por turno me traria tanta diversão, os personagens estão balanceados até o momento em que eu joguei o jogo, por se passar alguns anos atrás do Primeiro Gears a história está fiel ao jogo, sistema de customização deNunca joguei um jogo no estilo XCOM (Com Turno), o motivo por estar jogando Gears Tactics, e pela a sua história, e até o momento está me agradando, nunca pensei que um jogo por turno me traria tanta diversão, os personagens estão balanceados até o momento em que eu joguei o jogo, por se passar alguns anos atrás do Primeiro Gears a história está fiel ao jogo, sistema de customização de personagem e como criar um personagem em um RPG, só que não é tão complexo mas... fico feliz por montar um personagem do seu gosto, o jogo não e pra todos, como disse em cima, nunca joguei um jogo por turno, mas o jogo me agradou tanto a Gameplay quanto a história recomendo pra quem é novato na franquia Gears of War. Um ótimo jogo a todos que jogar : )

    Tempo de Jogo : 4hrs
    Gamertag: JuanMacedo09    … Expand
  65. Azn47
    May 5, 2020
    9
    This was my first foray into the TBS genre. I have never played an XCOM game before but all I can say is WOW. This game was absolutely amazing!

    The graphics are stunning and the settings menus/benchmark are nothing short of a PC gamers wet dream. The game runs like a dream and is a pleasure to play, I played it via Game Pass and had zero issues (once I adjusted my settings a bit) some    This was my first foray into the TBS genre. I have never played an XCOM game before but all I can say is WOW. This game was absolutely amazing!

    The graphics are stunning and the settings menus/benchmark are nothing short of a PC gamers wet dream. The game runs like a dream and is a pleasure to play, I played it via Game Pass and had zero issues (once I adjusted my settings a bit) some of the non-essential characters kinda look like play-doh but all the main characters look AMAZING. Well done

    The sound is exactly what they used in Gears 5. Great sound all around. Great mixture of highs and those bombastic lows the series is known for. the voice acting is also fine. Not great, not bad. Wont say much else on the sound

    The story was surprisingly good. I really didnt know what to expect here but it was a great story of a small band of gears and outsiders. I loved every second of it and the climax of the story was great! Also had a pretty satisfying conclusion as you finally meat Gabe up with Reyna. (Kait Diaz's parents)

    Overall the game was amazing. I really have almost zero complaints. The difficulty was perfect and anytime I failed a mission I felt iike it was my fault and I shouldve taken a different approach. The boss battles are BRUTAL and you will die. But its a part of the learning process and when you finally take the bosses down its soooooo satisfying.

    No game is perfect so this is an easy 9/10 for me. If you are even slightly interested, go get this game!    … Expand
  66. Xellos0000
    May 1, 2020
    9
    The game is good for a moment I think ok base turn my type of game will be straight forward but notis really intense more than Xcom, the only complaint is the gear upgrades is so slowly and tedious chance and upgrade it
  67. Cristianfuentes
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This game is extremely well designed, has kept me interested for weeks. A slight let down is the weapon/gear management, I don't find it too polished. But the gameplay more than compensates this. remember: OVERWATCH.
  68. Veton
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gears Tactics est un excellent tactical au tour par tour qui fait un superbe travail de fusion entre le style et l'action de Gears et les mécaniques établies par XCOM. Les batailles tactiques sont intenses et satisfaisantes l'une après l'autre, et c'est absolument fantastique à jouer… Expand
  69. LAKIRO
    May 3, 2020
    10
    Good tactics for 2020. It game is good than X-COM Chimera Squad. Waiting for 2 part.
  70. Josseamaya
    May 4, 2020
    10
    Es un juego excelente, con una gran historia, muy bien ambientado en el universo Gears, aunque xcom "comenzó" todo gears tactics lo refinó.
  71. stormeagle22
    May 9, 2020
    10
    Nice job Microsoft. Very good game. I'm not a big fan of Turn Based strategy game. but this game really good.
  72. vxda
    May 10, 2020
    10
    If you like turn base tactic games like Xcom or Mutant Year Zero you need to check this game out. Im not saying its the best of them but it feels fresh, combat is more dynamic, you will not get bored! must play
  73. FabricioNery
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    One of the best games of all time. An excellent story and fantastic gameplay. Too bad the story is relatively short.
  74. TheoreticalHero
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de estrategias que he jugado en esta generación pasada y en esta actual incredible espero la continuación con muchas ansias
  75. Valhura
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Great TBS game, if youare a fan of xcom this a game for you. It also nicely expands the Gears Universe
  76. Polito
    Mar 16, 2023
    10
    A cool strategy game, with beautiful graphics and smooth game play... and of course, its Gears!
    If you like XCOM games, this one is for you!
  77. CptAhnungslos
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    Endlich Feierabend, ab nachhause und vielleicht zocken.
    Hm, Gears Tactics? Naja, Lust hab ich da nicht so recht drauf aber probieren wir es halt mal.
    Acht Stunden später...
    Ups, schon 0.30Uhr?!? Hm, eine Runde noch?
  78. deltagilbert
    Jun 1, 2020
    8
    Very cool and fun game. The boss battles are great. I did enjoy the hit system better than x-com. It seemed way more fair and I rarely missed those 90% shots.

    The game would be better if it had a way to filter equipment as scrolling through it is a pain when equipping each gear. Mission variety needs improving too.

    Overall a great start to what I hope becomes a series of games.
  79. yanmax
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    This is a must play for any strategy fan. But it's not your usual gears game.
  80. kodemcm
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    They merged my two favorite loves, Fire Emblem and Gears. If you are a tactics fan play this game. The Overwatch, Risk/Reward mechanics are refreshing. Go get those Executions!
  81. Cthulhu5000
    May 16, 2020
    8
    Things the game does excellent:
    - Graphics. Suddenly, not a bad thing for a strategy.
    - Brutality. Grenades shred enemies to pieces not just ragdoll them. - Movement and covers. Units are able to move in a radius of a circle (on the plain terrain). And covers are not some square-placed blocks, they feel real, normal game design. I don't think I can come back ever again to 'rectangle    Things the game does excellent:
    - Graphics. Suddenly, not a bad thing for a strategy.
    - Brutality. Grenades shred enemies to pieces not just ragdoll them.
    - Movement and covers. Units are able to move in a radius of a circle (on the plain terrain). And covers are not some square-placed blocks, they feel real, normal game design. I don't think I can come back ever again to 'rectangle movement' of X-COM.
    - AI. It doesn't feel stupid. Most of the times.
    - Endgame support from day 0.
    - Overall battle mechanics.

    Some neutral things:
    - Universe. I am not a Gears fan. I'm a PC gamer and well there's Gears 1 available on PC, and other parts of trilogy are X360 exclusives. And there are Gears 4 and 5, that are by critics are worse than original trilogy. Couldn't care less. And, as I understand, well Gears Tactics' timeline is a prequel to original trilogy sequels, parts 4 and 5. Well, now, really, I couldn't care less. And its' setting…It makes me uncomfortable. It's some diesel-punk but with advanced computers and satellites and gene-engineering. And sling-grenades. Also, story takes place not on Earth but on another planet. But with humans. And all men looks like bodybuilders. Women not. It's really strange for an outsider.
    - It's a plot-driven game, not a X-COM-esque. So you don't choose where to go. Who is taking lead in your squad. I find that kind of critic misplaced. You've agreed to plot-driven game, why are you complaining about it now?

    And some bad things:
    - Scout class unit is bad in the beginning of the game. Shotgun sucks. For enemies too. But later in the game, when you can recruit leveled-up scout and have some nice mods for shotgun to improve precision and gear for extra bullets/reload/quicker cooldown, this class is good as any.
    - Boxes mechanics. No, not lootboxes. There boxes scattered across the battlefield and if your soldier pickups it during combat, after it you'll be able to open it and receive a random reward. "Coolness" of reward depends on a box type, usual, rare, epic, legendary (given only as reward for fulfilling special mission conditions). And most of the time it doesn't make sense.
    - Loot mechanics. Well, it's not a X-COM-esque and it is a prequel, so laser lancer, power armor with jets and staff like that is completely out of the question. But when customization means just some little tweaks like +7% to hit chance, +1 ammo in a mag and boots with +15 hp (health point here counts in hundreds at least, so it's really, really nothing) it's lame.
    - Heroes and soldiers. There are plot heroes, that appear voiced-over (btw, voice-over is rather solid) in cut-scenes. And there are some squad members that are generic and generated. And in this game you don't take a level-one recruit and level-up him/her straight to the final battle. New recruits almost always appear after a new mission and are leveled-up with some cool gear (for example, you can get a better version of sidearm only by recruiting). I don't mind leveled-upped recruits, especially in a plot-driven game, but they progress way too fast.
    - No base-building. Well, again it's not a X-COM-esque and is plot-driven, but for example Mass Effect 2 is a plot-driven game, but how and if at all you upgrade your ship directly influence an ending of the game. Here we have an APC and mobile base, yet they do and serve nothing except in a cut-scenes and in and out extraction mission points. And we do move across the world map, but it's happening out of the scene. So it could've been so much more…And could give your some rest between look-alike missions (problem for all without exception TBS).
    - Side-Missions feels out of place. Structurally, game is divided for 3 Acts, with 6-8 Chapters in each. And some chapters have side mission, from 2 to 4 available, and you can take n-1, i.e. 1/2/3. They ARE obligatory. One hero/soldier can go only on one side-mission during this very chapter, because it's happening simultaneously. They do provide some challenge, but it's more like an unnecessary taste of endgame during in-game. And really limited to several types (four, if I am not mistaken).

    Having this said, I would like really to recommend this game to all TBS fans. It feels like a turn-based shooter, not a strategy, but feeling is great. 7+1/10. One extra point for first try at making so many things right and bringing some cool new stuff into the genre.    … Expand
  82. fmathez
    Jan 30, 2021
    8
    Jeu tactique au tour par tour bien sympathique. Un peu trop facile et répétitif par moment.
  83. CristianCVR
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    I really solid Gears game, with an amazing story, character development and playability.
  84. Someone3
    May 14, 2020
    10
    The game was somewhat shorter than I would have liked but it was an incredibly well made game. If you like X-Com style games you'll love it. The abilities and skill trees were great, the enemies were incredibly fun and the game engine was top notch. Practically no bugs either. Above all I love their overwatch mechanic.
  85. Melkor92
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    The perfect blend between XCOM and Gears of war.

    The graphics, the smooth pathing of the Gears moving on the ground. The enemy design. Everything!. Thanks Microsoft!
  86. TaintedReviews
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Gears Tactics is very hard to describe without throwing around the word XCOM, but it's fair to say that comparison is a compliment.
    While XCOM throws in very light elements of base building, Gears Tactics focuses on the tactical portion of the game. It's combat oriented, and let's be honest here, fans of the series want that. Grub gutting, Locust chain-sawing, Swarm stabbing, Mulcher    Gears Tactics is very hard to describe without throwing around the word XCOM, but it's fair to say that comparison is a compliment.
    While XCOM throws in very light elements of base building, Gears Tactics focuses on the tactical portion of the game. It's combat oriented, and let's be honest here, fans of the series want that. Grub gutting, Locust chain-sawing, Swarm stabbing, Mulcher grinding, combat in a world so familiar it will have you aching to play through the 3rd Person Shooter series again.
    The story is light, but moves a decent narrative keeping Gears fans paying attention.
    The game play is tight, and players will feel more and more powerful as they perfect both their gear and skill point builds.
    The Boss fights are simultaneously aggravating and rewarding. The Brumak fight for instance was the singularly most fun strategic fight I've ever had in a tactical video game.

    As fan of Gears of War, and tactical combat games, I can only award this a full 10, and pray there will be DLC addons, and/or sequels.    … Expand
  87. Zelldincht90
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    Non giocavo ad un tattico così ben studiato dai tempi di FF tactics. Il campo di battaglia è così preciso che non si ha la sensazione che sia una griglia. La campagna con jack è un autentico PLUS per gli amanti della sagata. Grafica ed animazioni molto curate, ed è un fatto davvero raro per il genere in cui si piazza. Davvero un gran lavoro da parte di Coalition!

    Do un 10 perchè non c'è    Non giocavo ad un tattico così ben studiato dai tempi di FF tactics. Il campo di battaglia è così preciso che non si ha la sensazione che sia una griglia. La campagna con jack è un autentico PLUS per gli amanti della sagata. Grafica ed animazioni molto curate, ed è un fatto davvero raro per il genere in cui si piazza. Davvero un gran lavoro da parte di Coalition!

    Do un 10 perchè non c'è nulla che mi sia dispiaciuto ed inoltre è la versione evoluta di XCOM che è valutato 9.    … Expand
  88. Moromete
    May 27, 2020
    8
    Tactics does some justice to the wider Gears universe but the characters are limited and the cutscenes look good but do nothing interesting. The tactical gameplay looks very solid initially but after the first act, even if new abilities and equipment is added, the resulting depth is not really engaging. The same plays that work at the end of the first act work almost all the way through,Tactics does some justice to the wider Gears universe but the characters are limited and the cutscenes look good but do nothing interesting. The tactical gameplay looks very solid initially but after the first act, even if new abilities and equipment is added, the resulting depth is not really engaging. The same plays that work at the end of the first act work almost all the way through, with some tweaks for bosses. The lack of a strategy layer also becomes a problem.… Expand
  89. Sygurd
    Aug 18, 2020
    9
    Un gran gran juego, como fanático de la saga de X-Com (del cual he pasado varios y muchos de ellos en múltiples ocasiones) y también como total seguidor de GoW debo decir que este juego le hace total justicia a ambos títulos y ambos universos, gráficos excelentes, gran jugabilidad, una historia bien escrita y contada, combates con jefes finales, armamento con estadísticas, sistema deUn gran gran juego, como fanático de la saga de X-Com (del cual he pasado varios y muchos de ellos en múltiples ocasiones) y también como total seguidor de GoW debo decir que este juego le hace total justicia a ambos títulos y ambos universos, gráficos excelentes, gran jugabilidad, una historia bien escrita y contada, combates con jefes finales, armamento con estadísticas, sistema de looteo entretenido y un gran manejo de los personajes y su guion. Como situaciones mejorables hecho en falta algo más de complejidad en la barracas (mejorar el armamento con investigación, entrenar soldados o similares), algo más de variedad de enemigos y la corrección de algunos bugs de la cámara y otros menores. En general creo que hicieron una excelente primera versión y veo mucho futuro en esta nueva saga (o spinoff), se pueden contar muchas cosas del universo de GoW y mejorar y ampliar la jugabilidad en próximas entregas, hay mucho de donde beber. Mi puntuación personal 8.5/10… Expand
  90. rebisdee
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    The shooter campaign version of X-com. Yes it is a bit easier/more casual and has less replayability than other games in the genre. But as a Gears fan and someone less invested in these kinds of games, it was exactly what I wanted. The missions are tense and action packed, and the UI is snappy. I had a great time running through the game, and would recommend this to anyone who likes tactical RPGs.
  91. Nitbuntu
    Aug 23, 2021
    9
    A well executed story driven turn based strategy game with great cut scenes and intense battles. Some of the side missions got repetitive, but overall still addictive for a period of time.
  92. explorerbay
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    A good improvement from other tactics games in my opinion. Great graphics and new mechanics and "free" with game pass
  93. ewenr
    Jul 6, 2020
    8
    Definitely scratches my XCom itch and although it improves upon XCom in some areas, it also falls short in others. The gameplay is much more snappy and fast paced than XCom but the squad-building and development is poor. Missions maps are a bit repetitive and the final boss mission was a bit tiresome. Overall very enjoyable but doesn't quite match XCom because XCom has a much better squadDefinitely scratches my XCom itch and although it improves upon XCom in some areas, it also falls short in others. The gameplay is much more snappy and fast paced than XCom but the squad-building and development is poor. Missions maps are a bit repetitive and the final boss mission was a bit tiresome. Overall very enjoyable but doesn't quite match XCom because XCom has a much better squad system. Played it for free on Game Pass for PC and looking forwards to it coming to XBox with a sequel or expansion.… Expand
  94. HungrySnapo
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    Amazing strategy game with good graphics, good gameplay, And overall good setting
  95. StOzz
    Aug 5, 2020
    8
    Not perfect but I really got into it very immersive fun game not super complicated but def. makes
    you think about where you want to run to next for cover. My biggest issue was the interface. These console ports have the lamest PC interfaces very awkward in the interface implementation. Overall though fun and I enjoyed it a lot.
  96. g014n
    Aug 19, 2021
    8
    It has a good idea, the execution is not stellar but neither is it too bad. The worse thing I can say about it is that it outstays its welcome, but can't fault the devs for trying to give the players more content.

    It also loses points for having unskipable cutscenes at the end of each turn that can be a waste of time, it's really unfortunate. Also loses points for the insane amount of    It has a good idea, the execution is not stellar but neither is it too bad. The worse thing I can say about it is that it outstays its welcome, but can't fault the devs for trying to give the players more content.

    It also loses points for having unskipable cutscenes at the end of each turn that can be a waste of time, it's really unfortunate. Also loses points for the insane amount of resources used, it's just not justified for what is delivered.

    Other than that, they delivered what the people expected and the trend of reviews shows that it's a non-controversial point.

    Whatever shortcommings it has, it's not enough to spoil the experience. But we can't really ignore it with the final score either.    … Expand
  97. S3XU4LH34L1NG
    Feb 19, 2023
    8
    Its a really adaptation of the xcom formula and rather fitting for the gears universe. At some points the missions stop giving you new enemies and mechanics and thats when it starts getting rather boring. Also so you dont waste your time like i did: you can freely delete recruits, you keep all the equipped gear!
  98. Tulio_Meireles
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente Jogo, prende vc ao máximo em várias horas de jogatina, Lembra bastante o Front Mission.… Expand
  99. Saypapoy
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing and well balanced game with all the flavour of the Gears of War saga. The IA is quite good and provides tons of fun.
  100. Woolee
    Sep 29, 2021
    8
    Thank you for very Much, Microsoft, The Coalition, Splash Damage, Rod Fergusson, and Phil Spencer.!
    Gears Tactics, is very Cool tactical Game!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 92 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 81 out of 92
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 92
  3. Negative: 0 out of 92
  1. GameMAG
    Sep 14, 2020
    80
    Gears Tactics is an exciting game with incredibly beautiful graphics, interesting missions and well-developed mechanics, which could have been better if the authors of the game paid more attention to the story. Anyway we have a great project for fans of the genre, regardless of their loyalty to the Gears of War franchise.
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  2. Riot Pixels
    Aug 21, 2020
    65
    Gears Tactics proves that there is a place for an awesome turn-based strategy game in the Gears universe. Now, someone needs to develop that game.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 23, 2020
    60
    Gears of War from a bird's perspective. An interesting system of action points is brought down by repetitive content with a boring grind of boxes with equipment and a weak story. [Issue#303]
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