Gears 5: Hivebusters

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. SomosXbox
    Dec 29, 2020
    90
    Gears 5 Hivebusters is an excellent DLC that expands the lore of the Gears saga and provides us with moments of non-stop action. It's a great example of why single player DLCs should never die.
  2. Player 2
    Jan 19, 2021
    83
    The DLC’s shorter length does make the juxtaposition between heated, Gears action, and deeper, more heartfelt moments, feel a bit like the flicking of a switch, but the campaign itself is a must-play for fans of Gears. It makes some interesting steps forward for the IP, introduces a fascinating new cast, while the moment to moment is as thrilling as ever.
  3. GameGrin
    Jan 13, 2021
    80
    Hivebusters is a safe but rewarding package that gives you more of what you love about Gears 5. The characters are strong, the campaign is solid, and gameplay is exactly what is expected. If you are a fan of Gears 5, then this expansion is a no brainer and is easily another reason to get Game Pass.
  5. GameMAG
    Dec 28, 2020
    80
    Gears 5: Hivebusters is a great addition to the original game. It can definitely be recommended for purchase to every fan of Gears 5 and the Gears of War series as a whole.
  6. Game Informer
    Dec 15, 2020
    80
    Hivebusters doesn’t have the variety or world-building of the core Gears games, and doesn't take any chances along the way, but is a fun alternative that I wouldn’t mind seeing more of. It’s nice to get to know more of the characters in this universe, one of whom flips double middle fingers in the face of danger, which may be the most Gears of War thing I’ve ever seen.

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 68 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 68
  3. Negative: 8 out of 68
  1. Karottedraak
    Jan 4, 2021
    9
    First this dlc started up a little slow but that was fine because that way I could take in all the beauty from my XSX.

    After the first    First this dlc started up a little slow but that was fine because that way I could take in all the beauty from my XSX.

    After the first mission I was immediatly in the game and the game did not threw me out a single time this is a really action packed dlc and this is how I would like the new gears of war story. I hope the devs see the potential in these characters and busting up the hives and I hope they can take a step back from the fenix family.

    This dlc made me return to gears 5 and I only gave me positive vibes while playing it!    … Full Review »
  2. elras
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    Right now the best game in series X, technically superb, great action, fun!!
    En este momento es el mejor juego en series X, técnicamente    Right now the best game in series X, technically superb, great action, fun!!
    En este momento es el mejor juego en series X, técnicamente impecable, fantástica acción, divertido!!!    … Full Review »
  3. LongDonJohn96
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    On Series X its just the best looking game I have ever seen. Runs 4k/60 no dips and even optimzed the main game with patches. Story is 3-4On Series X its just the best looking game I have ever seen. Runs 4k/60 no dips and even optimzed the main game with patches. Story is 3-4 hours with really nice locations some big bosses and a new cool squad of playable characters. Furthermore, this dlc is in Gamepass too!… Full Review »
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