- Publisher: Microsoft , Xbox Game Studios
- Release Date: Nov 10, 2020
- Also On: PC, Xbox One
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Nov 30, 2020Gears Tactics makes an odd choice turning away from the main genre that the Gears of War series is well known for but still captures that vital essence that fans have come to love. Playing this game on the Xbox Series X in 4k resolution is an amazing experience for any Gears fans or lovers of strategy games. The gameplay feels incredibly natural running on console and offers a really immersive experience for anyone. I’m especially fond of how much of the lore and content from the Gears series has been used in this game, especially the cinematic aspects that occur when executing a downed enemy. I would highly recommend this game to anyone who has ever played a Gears of War game or is looking for a challenging strategy game.
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Nov 25, 2020Gears Tactics is a stellar tactics game that still manages to feel like the Gears you know and love. With an okay story, addictive RPG systems, and dozens of hours of gameplay, this is a must-play for any fans of turn-based strategy games or the Gears franchise in general.
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Nov 23, 2020Gears Tactics is pure Gears but exploring new horizons in gameplay. The strategy gameplay suits the Gears saga very well and Gabe Diaz is a very interesting character who brings us an old fashioned Gears story.
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Nov 30, 2020Even though Gears Tactics is a shock to the franchise’s core gameplay, the new strategic take still works for its unique setting. It may not play like any Gears that you’re used to, but it still fits and feels like a true entry into the series without feeling forced. While I could have done without the padded side missions, Gears Tactics still has amazing visuals, writing, gameplay and everything else that fans have come to love about the series. Super fans will obviously get the most from its narrative as it has deep ties into the series’ overall narrative, though strategy game fans can jump in and still enjoy the experience without being a Gear-head.
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Nov 23, 2020Gears Tactics offers a fine blend of strategy and action, capable of captivating a wide range of players with a satisfying plot perfectly integrated into Gears of War's lore. A game that all lovers of strategy games and the Gears universe should play, and that we'd love to see followed by other titles in the series.
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Nov 17, 2020Quotation forthcoming.
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Nov 11, 2020Gears Tactics offers aggressive and fast-paced turn-based tactics. It works well on console and is enriched with another companion as well as more enemy types.
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Nov 5, 2020The same as the PC version, just a little bit better.
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Jan 10, 2022Unexpectedly, Gears Tactics is quite a competent and enjoyable tactical strategy game. The roots of what make a good tactics game are embedded in the DNA, combat is fun and yet somewhat familiar. However, Gears Tactics falls into the trap of laying down a great foundation with awesome mechanics but it does feel that the few creative ideas showcased begin to feel repetitive after the thirty plus hour campaign. That isn't to say that Gears Tactics is devoid of ideas either, Gears fans will be impressed with how the title pushes forward the narrative and newcomers will also be left in awe at how good the characterisation and cutscenes are, which are just as good as Gears 5, from a graphical and presentation standpoint. This is a great foundation into what should become a great spin-off series, should it continue.
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Nov 30, 2020Gears Tactics is certainly not without its issues, most notably in its mission structure, but nonetheless Splash Damage has created a very solid strategy game that offers a lengthy campaign, beautiful visuals, and fun gameplay mechanics that manage to stay true to the Gears of War franchise.
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Nov 25, 2020No gamepad is going to run a turn-based strategy perfectly, but Splash Damage's implementation comes very close. It also makes great use of Quick Resume thanks to its turn-based nature. While it's not worth wholly relying on it at this early stage, leaving a level running in memory instead of playing through an hour-long mission for a second time when the real world beckons seems ideal. Even for those who've already seen Gabe Diaz's story all the way through, the Xbox Series X version is a great way to play it again somewhere down the line.
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Nov 10, 2020Gears Tactics gets a no-nonsense port to Xbox One and Series X|S, feeling at home on console and looking great on Series X in particular. Jack's wide-ranging buffs and abilities give a helping hand through the Jacked campaign, but in either mode, this is a slick turn-based tactical game that should appeal to XCOM and Gears fans alike.
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Nov 5, 2020Jack and the deviant enemies theoretically add a new layer of challenge. Using Jack effectively requires careful coordination; on a good turn, it can clear the path for you to kill more enemies and build even more momentum. Likewise, the Deviant enemies can force you to shift priorities in combat, as they're not only powerful but also make all of your enemies more deadly. At the same time, all of the extra stuff--more moves to make, more enemies to fight--makes each level drag on longer than it needs to. At the start of a new game, you can choose between playing the Jacked campaign with these new features or a Classic campaign. Though I'm still working through the new campaign, I'd argue that the original is a tighter, more satisfying experience. That said, if you've finished the Gears Tactics story and want a new thrill, replaying the campaign with Jack and Deviant enemies is far more interesting than simply running randomly generated veteran missions.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 91 out of 132
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Mixed: 11 out of 132
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Negative: 30 out of 132
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Nov 22, 2020
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Nov 13, 2020Ahi juegos mejores en el genero, no me gusto...mebos mal que esta en el game pass por que por este juego solo pagaría 20 dolares.
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Nov 12, 2020Excelente juego táctico, y mas que es en el universo de Gears. Cumple todas mis expectativas, y muy desafiante, lo recomiendo totalmente.