The Coalition has introduced that Folks Can Fly, who labored on Gears of Struggle: Judgment, has returned for Gears of Struggle: E-Day. The studio will function a co-development associate like with the unique trilogy.
Folks Can Fly CEO Sebastian Wojciechowski said on the corporate’s web site, “Returning to collaborate on the following chapter of this legendary saga is each a privilege and an thrilling alternative to construct upon the extraordinary, visceral motion and wealthy storytelling that followers have come to like. We’re deeply grateful for our companions’ belief and assist on this journey.”
Growth director Guillaume Barry additionally famous that the group, consisting of “devoted Gears of Struggle followers,” is “pouring all the things we’ve into creating an expertise that may exceed expectations. Whereas we are able to’t share extra simply but, we’re anticipating the day once we can present all of the thrilling issues we’ve been engaged on.”
Mike Crump, studio head at The Coalition, added, “Gears of Struggle: E-Day isn’t just our subsequent main sport; it’s a return to what makes Gears of Struggle video games particular and genuine. We’re happy to be partnering with the gifted people at Folks Can Fly who’ve been part of our franchise’s legacy for therefore lengthy.”
As a prequel, the story focuses on Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago after Emergence Day happens. As COG troopers, they have to battle in opposition to the Locusts and try to guard Sera. It takes place 14 years earlier than the primary sport, although The Coalition confirmed its the following mainline title and never a by-product.
Gamers will discover a brand new location, the Metropolis of Kalona, throughout a linear marketing campaign spanning a number of days, with a extra horrifying environment akin to the unique. In fact, followers may stay up for multiplayer, whereas Unreal Engine 5 affords ray tracing, improved animations, and intensive destruction.
Gears of Struggle: E-Day is coming to Xbox Collection X/S and PC, with rumors claiming it might launch this Fall. Keep tuned for updates within the meantime.