One of the most successful game series in history opens a new chapter: In a raid on their village, JD Fenix and his friends Kait and Del barely escape with their lives. Now it's up to them to save the people closest to them and uncover the truth about their monstrous new adversaries.

Features:

Never fight alone
Enjoy 2 players co-op with friends locally via split-screen, via Xbox Live, or via LAN. Player #2 can choose between JD Fenix's friends Kait or Del.

Redefined cover gameplay
New close combat moves and combat knife executions turn any cover into an attack option.

Brutal new weapons
An incredible arsenal of new weapons, including Buzzkill and Dropshot, which can shoot around and beyond cover, raining destruction from all directions.

Explosive versus multiplayer
Compete online with new and favorite games, all in 60fps and your own servers. The new ranking system brings fair matchmaking for all player groups, from beginners to pro players.

The package includes the full version of the game, the Season Pass, and pre-order extras such as the character pack for Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, as well as the exclusive Vintage Del character pack for Gears of War 4 with the Vintage Del character skin, an emblem, two vintage weapon skins, and a special Vintage Del bounty card. Gears of War 4 Ultimate Edition includes early access to Gears of War 4, so you can download the game in advance and start playing in early access on October 7th - a full four days before the actual release date. The Season Pass includes the exclusive Vintage VIP Pack, unlimited access to 24 additional DLC cards (two per month for one year) for private matches, access to the exclusive developer playlist where new cards, modes, and features can be tested prior to release, and six Gears Packs.