What you need to know
- Gears 5 is a third-person shooter from The Coalition.
- The game features a lot of new additions to its campaign and multiplayer.
- Its early-access launch has been plagued with some serious server-side problems.
- You can purchase Xbox Game Pass through Amazon.
Updated September 12, 2019: The Coalition just released another update which missing collectibles, Xbox Achievements, and more.
Gears 5 is a third-person shooter from The Coalition. Not only does the game feature a larger campaign, but it also provides plenty of multiplayer modes. Some of the more underrated features of the game have to be its accessibility support and 60 Hz servers for smooth competitive matches. However, its early-access period hasn't been without problems.
Last night, The Coalition issued another server-side update which fixed the infamous progression problems. Hopefully, you should see the correct experience, rank, character level, and other details now. The team added, "Over the next few hours... should slowly return to their correct state."
#Gears5 Update: 5:45pm PT, Sept 9
We have been gathering reports from some players missing collectibles and chapter progression, including related achievement progress.
We have a plan to target resolving this and work is underway. We'll keep you apprised of any updates.#Gears5 Update: 5:45pm PT, Sept 9
We have been gathering reports from some players missing collectibles and chapter progression, including related achievement progress.
We have a plan to target resolving this and work is underway. We'll keep you apprised of any updates.— The Coalition Studio (@CoalitionGears) September 10, 2019September 10, 2019
It seems like the majority of the problems Gears 5 is facing, even when it comes to its campaign, are related to server issues. Since the title is part of Xbox Game Pass, let's hope it's fixed before Tuesday because even more players will have access to the game then.
Related: Gears 5 known bugs and launch issues
In Windows Central's review, Jez Corden wrote, "as a benchmark for visual excellence balanced against stellar performance, Gears 5 is technical wizardry. It also bridges platforms and storefronts... complete with... cross-play. The fact that Gears 5 manages to jam a... 12 to 18-hour campaign, several multiplayer modes, a map editor, and the promise of post-launch support represents one of the best deals in gaming right now. It's an even better value when you factor in Xbox Game Pass."
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