Fluid, strategic combat, Deep, rewarding RPG systems, Interesting boss fights
No base-building mechanics, Repetitive mission types, The story is just okay
Gears Tactics is a stellar tactics game that still manages to feel like the Gears you know and love. With a solid 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 fra...
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Published: 2020-05-06, Author: Rick , review by: Bit-Tech.net
Abstract: Well carve me up with a chainsaw and call me a grub, Gears Tactics is fluppin' brilliant. I probably shouldn't be as surprised as I am. While turning Gears of War into a Tactics game might sound like the worst idea since mayonnaise in a squeezy bottle, th...
Abstract: Bloody sci-fi shooter series Gears of War and the term “tactics” may not seem like natural bedfellows, given that these games are best known for their macho space soldiers and chainsaw machine guns. Yet strategy has always played a far bigger role in the...
Published: 2020-04-27, Author: Chris , review by: eurogamer.net
Abstract: Fenix point.A competent tactical retooling of the Gears formula, even if the execution isn't always spot-on.Gears of War has always been built around its cover system, with almost 15 years experience when it comes to squeezing its muscled heroes behin...
Gears Tactics deserves to be a success, although it has been stymied slightly by the surprise launch of a new entry in the better established XCOM franchise.But I want it to work because I want to play Gears Tactics 2, with some of the solid ideas here ex...
Tactical gameplay is accessible for genre newcomers, Decent narrative that'll please fans of the franchise,
Not enough depth for hardcore fans of the genre,
Gears Tactics is a great game that is sure to delight fans of the series. More hardcore gamers will find it a little lightweight to be considered an XCOM rival. ProsTactical gameplay is accessible for genre newcomers Decent narrative that'll please fans o...
Deep yet accessible gameplay, Feels like a natural extension of the franchise's best features, Another interesting kick to its constantly evolving lore, A new way to take in an old world
A few control and camera issues, Texture pop-in persists, Presentation looks and feels a bit bland
That depends. Being a Microsoft-owned IP, every game in the franchise is available on GamePass in some way. It's worth the $60 price tag to hardcore Gears fans and absolutely worth a few bucks to quickly run through if you're new to the franchise.Editors'...
Bold spin on a classic genre that makes me wish all turn-based games played like this, Engaging, fast-paced action means there's never a dull turn, AAA production from visual and audio departments alike,
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Reviewed on Windows PC with a code provided by MicrosoftGears Tactics is a brave new take on the turn-based strategy genre, executed to perfection. The freedom and fast-paced action that it provides are a breath of fresh air, and it nails so many mechan...
