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Gears of War Updates

  • Gears of War Great Giveaway Sweepstakes  Thumbnail
    Enter to win our Gears of War Great Giveaway sweepstakes for a chance to win a custom Xbox 360. No purchase necessary, see rules for details.
  • Gears of War series sales hit 19 million Thumbnail
    Epic Games' third-person shooter franchise climbs to new sales milestone with Gears of War: Judgment due next year.
  • GS News - Cliff Bleszinski out at Epic Games Thumbnail
    Design director at Gears of War studio leaves company after 20 years to "chart the next stage of his career"; says "it's time for a much needed break."
  • Tony Scott wanted to direct Gears of War movie - Report Thumbnail
    Former New Line producer says Scott eagerly sought director's chair for movie based on Epic Games' shooter series.
  • GameSpot Reports: The Problem With Game Trailers Thumbnail
    Have you ever watched a video game trailer that doesn't look or feel anything like the final product? Laura Parker investigates this phenomenon.
  • Gears of War: Exile canceled Thumbnail
    Epic Games design director Cliff Bleszinski says unannounced franchise entry rumored to be on-rails Kinect game has been canned.
  • Crosshairs: Darksiders II, the Problem With Game Trailers Thumbnail
    How does Darksiders II play? What's up with misleading video game trailers? What will Game going into administration actually mean? Find out on this episode of Crosshairs!
  • Gears of War future should be more thoughtful - Bleszinski Thumbnail
    Epic Games design director indicates "double-edged chainsaw" would be moving franchise in wrong direction, would rather evolve to a "Christopher Nolan way."
  • The Problem With Game Trailers Thumbnail
    Ever thought a trailer was better than the game itself? You're not alone.
  • Escape From Mount Stupid: Gears of War Thumbnail
    Everything you ever wanted to know about Gears of War in one handy video. Warning, contains spoilers! Presented by Danny O'Dwyer.
  • The Science of Playtesting Thumbnail
    We go behind the scenes at Valve, Bungie, and Epic Games to see how user feedback helps shape the game development process.
  • Ex-Microsoft exec joins GameStop Thumbnail
    Fable, Halo, and Gears of War franchise overseer Shane Kim appointed to board of directors at retailer; will "support the advancement of GameStop's digital strategy."
  • E3 2011: South Hall Overview Thumbnail
    Homer gives us an overview of what to expect from South Hall in E3. South hall includes the Microsoft booth, the EA booth, Activision, and many more.
  • We count down to the 2011 Electronic Entertainment Expo with a series of features about the issues affecting the future of the games industry.
  • Why It Matters: Music Thumbnail
    Games are alive with the sound of music.
  • Silicon Knights-Epic suit going to federal court Thumbnail
    Judge rules Too Human developer's case and Gears of War developer's counterclaim have enough merit to go before a jury.
  • Cliffy B on building the power creative  Thumbnail
    GDC 2011: Epic design director discusses learning from the past, building more open new intellectual property for the future, and avoiding glory holes.
  • This Week in New Releases: February 13-19 Thumbnail
    This week features literal franchise wars, Gears Packs, and RPGs on handhelds.
  • Gears of War Triple Pack spinning Feb. 15 Thumbnail
    Epic's stop-and-pop shooter series, including original, sequel, All Fronts Collection, arriving on Xbox 360 next month for $30.
  • Gears of War 3 shifts to fall 2011 Thumbnail
    Finale to Epic Games' shooter series moved out of April berth to become Microsoft's tent-pole holiday release next year.

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Game Info

  • Xbox 360 Release Info

    • Release Date: Nov 7, 2006 (US)
    • ESRB: M
      Titles rated M (Mature) have content that may be suitable for persons ages 17 and older.
  • PC Release Info

    • Release Date: Nov 6, 2007 (US)
    • ESRB: M
      Titles rated M (Mature) have content that may be suitable for persons ages 17 and older.