Developer: Epic Games
Developer: Epic Games
Developer: Epic Games
Publisher: Microsoft
Publisher: Microsoft
Genre: Shooter
Release Date: November 7, 2006 (US)
Release Date: November 17, 2006 (UK)
Release Date: November 23, 2006 (AU)
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
PEGI: 18+
OFLC: MA15+
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Developer: Epic Games
Developer: Epic Games
Developer: Epic Games
Publisher: Microsoft
Publisher: Microsoft
Genre: Shooter
Release Date: November 7, 2006 (US)
Release Date: November 17, 2006 (UK)
Release Date: November 23, 2006 (AU)
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
PEGI: 18+
OFLC: MA15+
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Gears of War News

Gears of War Hits Xbox Live's Games on Demand News (Dec 30, 2009)

Epic's smash hit finds its way into the world of digital distribution.

Gears of War Related Articles

Cliff Bleszinski Talks Comic-Con Features (Jul 24, 2009)

We caught up with Epic Games' Design Director at San Diego Comic-Con.

Cliff Bleszinski Talks Comic-Con Features (Jul 24, 2009)

We caught up with Epic Games' Design Director at San Diego Comic-Con.

Xbox 360: Platinum Hits Keep Coming News (May 14, 2009)

Microsoft announces eight new additions: Gears of War, Mass Effect and more.

Can You Smell What Gears of War is Cookin'? News (May 11, 2009)

Gears of War movie screenwriter would like to see The Rock pegged as Marcus Fenix.

Gears of War 2 Announcement Coming Soon? News (Jan 3, 2008)

Will the sequel to 2006's best-selling Xbox 360 game be announced at GDC 2008?

The GameSpy Debriefings #13 Features (Aug 3, 2007)

We go on the record with our Blizzcon predictions and deliver the podcast early for you!

The GameSpy Debriefings #9 Features (Jul 6, 2007)

With E3 looming, the North squad opens fire and picks some winners!

Gears of War Gets Another Update News (Jun 13, 2007)

Epic's award-winning 360 exclusive gets new multiplayer achievements, patches.

New Gears of War Map Pack Revealed News (May 1, 2007)

GoW is now officially the game that keeps on giving.

Gears of War Tournament Delayed News (Apr 19, 2007)

Millions wait as Hammer of Dawn satellites are correctly realigned over tourney grounds.

Gears of War's New Annex Multiplayer Mode News (Apr 10, 2007)

We check out the newest multiplayer mode in Epic's Gears of War.

Gears of War Downloadable Update News (Apr 9, 2007)

Fixes and a new multiplayer mode descend on the popular shooter.

The gauntlet is thrown down Features (Mar 20, 2007)

Think you've got the stones to take on a GameSpy editor? How about four?

Everything You Wanted to Know About Gears of War... News (Mar 8, 2007)

Epic Games' Cliffy B. gives the blockbuster shooter a chainsaw autopsy at GDC 2007.

Free Gears of War Maps News (Jan 8, 2007)

Two more multiplayer maps will be on Xbox Live Marketplace.

Game of the Month: November 2006 Features (Dec 8, 2006)

We pay homage to the best games of the month.

Gears of War Surprises No One, Sells Big News (Nov 22, 2006)

Epic's latest game sells 1 million copies and rules XBL.

Gears of War Reviews

Gears of War Reviews (Nov 7, 2006)

Epic's hard-nailed shooter serves up some of the very best offline and online action for the 360.

Microsoft's Emergence Week News (Nov 6, 2006)

Gears of War is upon us, and someone wants to celebrate.

Gears of War Does Hollywood News (Oct 26, 2006)

A cemetery, lots of multiplayer and a chainsaw to the back of Kevin Federline's head.

Gears of War Goes Gold News (Oct 25, 2006)

Microsoft announces special Emergence Day events.

Play Gears of War Early News (Sep 29, 2006)

Watch a flick and play Epic's new game all in the same night.

Gears of War Previews

Gears of War Previews (Sep 28, 2006)

We spend a nice, long time getting to know Marcus Fenix and friends while playing Epic's upcoming shooter at X06.

Gears of War Previews (Sep 27, 2006)

We get another sample of multiplayer brutality on an all-new map.

Gears of War Emergence Day Announced News (Aug 3, 2006)

The hot upcoming Xbox 360 game gets an official release date.

See Gears of War in Theaters News (Jul 14, 2006)

A trailer for Epic's upcoming game is playing on the silver screen.

Gears of War Features

Gears of War Interview Features (Jun 29, 2006)

We talk to Epic's Cliffy B about the sci-fi shooter's beautifully destroyed environments.

Xbox Live's Bright Future Features (Jun 14, 2006)

Or how Will went to E3 and saw a bunch of totally sweet games that may or may not feature awesome multiplayer action.

Game Critics Awards: Best of E3 2006 Announced News (May 31, 2006)

Nintendo comes out on top.

Gears of War Hands-On Previews (May 10, 2006)

We check out the single-player side of Epic's stunning shooter, then kick some ass in the multiplayer mode.

Microsoft's E3 Press Conference News (May 9, 2006)

Bill Gates and his minions prove that they're willing to pull out the big guns in the race for next-gen supremacy.

Free Xbox Live for All News (May 2, 2006)

Microsoft says, "Jump in, the water's fine."

The Unreal Engine Continues to Evolve News (Mar 23, 2006)

Epic Games shows off just how powerful a game engine needs to be to power next-gen games like Gears of War.

What's Up Next for the Xbox 360? News (Dec 7, 2005)

Gears of War Previews (Oct 6, 2005)

We get a chance to see some new levels and check out the varied types of gameplay in Epic's intense horror/action hybrid.

Microsoft Announces Xbox 360 Pricing News (Aug 17, 2005)

Microsoft finally gives us the details on how much money we'll need to save for the Xbox 360's launch day!

Gears of War High-Quality Trailer News (Aug 4, 2005)

Crisp in-engine footage shows what one of 2006's most anticipated 360 titles has in store.

Destroyed Beauty News (Jul 6, 2005)

An inside look at Gears of War.

Gears of War Previews (May 18, 2005)

We finally get a clear look at the most impressive Xbox 360 title we've seen so far.

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