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4th September 2019
Gears 5

Categories: Review: Software
Author: Hirun Cryer
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios
Machine: Xbox One (EU Version)

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Scores

Xbox One Version
Overall60%

Summary

Gears 5 survives on its solid cover shooting gameplay and a campaign that isn't afraid to pose difficult questions about problematic topics. But the largely stagnant Horde mode and general mess of an Escape mode really pull the sequel back from being a bold step forward.

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