Microsoft has announced on their blog that Gears of War 4 will be launching worldwide on October 11.
Along with the release date Entertainment Weekly provided an exclusive look at the official cover art for the next main series Gears game.
Gears of War 4 includes an entirely new cast of characters, starring Marcus’s son, JD Fenix. Fans of the original trilogy will appreciate the upcoming third-person shooter for its return to form.
“Harkening back to the dark and intense roots of the original classic, fans can expect a familiar, yet distinct evolution of gameplay, including brutal and intimate action, a heart-pounding campaign, genre-defining multiplayer and stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 4.”
The Gears of War 4 multiplayer beta can be played on April 18th by fans who own Gears of War: Ultimate Edition. For all other Xbox Live Gold subscribers, the beta will be made available on April 25th.
Source: Xbox Wire