Gears 5 review – thrills, kills and belly laughs in a refreshing reboot

PC; Xbox One
A female protagonist, comedy one-liners and increased tactical options bring subtlety without sacrificing adrenalin
The Gears of War series has made me laugh many times over the years, but Gears 5 may be the first time it’s done so on purpose. Developed by Microsoft subsidiary the Coalition, the latest sequel surrounds the familiar cover-shooting mechanics with upgrade systems, side-missions and even large open spaces to explore. But perhaps Gears 5’s most significant ad