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The video provides an in-depth retrospective on Gears of War 5, released in September 2019, as the speaker evaluates its relevance and playability five years post-launch. It highlights the series' evolution from Gears of War 1 through 4 and the shift in developers from Epic Games to The Coalition. Key discussion points include the advanced learning curve of movement and cover mechanics, and the enjoyment of campaign co-op following protagonist Kate Diaz's journey. Multiplayer modes like Horde, Escape, and Arcade mode are assessed, with particular attention to matchmaking challenges and player retention, especially on Steam. Despite some criticism of the multiplayer modes' lack of innovation, the speaker concludes that Gears of War 5 remains solid and worth playing, especially in anticipation of the rumored Gears of War 6 announcement.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the iconic Gears of War series, focusing on Gears of War 5, which was released in September 2019. The aim is to determine if the game is still worth playing five years after its release, in 2024. The speaker plays Gears of War 5 on PC via Xbox Game Pass and provides a brief history of the series, noting the releases of Gears of War 1 through 4 between 2006 and 2016. The games have been developed by different developers over the years, with the first three mainly by Epic Games and the later ones by The Coalition. The anticipation for the upcoming Gears of War 6, expected to be announced on June 9th, is also highlighted. The speaker advises using a controller for an optimal gaming experience when playing Gears of War 5 on PC.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses their experience returning to Gears of War 5 after not playing since its 2019 release. They highlight the game’s learning curve, especially concerning movement, cover mechanics, and shooting. The speaker enjoyed the co-op campaign mode that follows Kate Diaz’s quest to uncover the origin of the Locust horde. They also mention the return of Horde mode, where five players face 50 waves of enemies, and introduce a new three-player mode called Escape. The multiplayer experience is discussed, noting difficulties in finding matches with reasonable ping, but still managing to play various modes like TDM and King of the Hill. The new Arcade mode, designed for casual players, is noted as a smart addition for easing newcomers into the competitive PvP environment.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the low player count for “Gears of War 5” on Steam, averaging 270 players over the last 30 days, noting that the actual number might be higher on consoles due to cross-platform support. They mention criticism of the multiplayer experience for its lack of innovation since the first game, feeling “samey” with recurring weapons like Lancers, Nashers, Longshots, Boomshots, and Torque Bows. Despite this, the speaker finds the game solid, especially in comparison to newer games, and believes it’s still worth playing for new players or those exploring other game modes such as campaign co-op and Horde. They encourage viewers to share their thoughts in the comments and stay tuned for news about a potential new game in the series.