Gears of War: The Need for a God of War-Inspired Revival

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The Gears of War franchise could use a reboot similar to God of War, according to Cliif "CliffyB" Bleszinski.

If approached by Phil Spencer, CliffyB is potentially open to consulting on the reboot of Gears of War. Currently, CliffyB is shifting his focus to other creative ventures, including his Scrapper comic book and a possible adaptation into an animated series.

Cliff "CliffyB" Bleszinski is open to the idea of returning to the Gears of War franchise if it were to be rebooted, following the successful blueprint set by the God of War series. Bleszinski discussed the potential for a reboot, as well as other topics related to his past projects, current accomplishments, and his work on the Scrapper comic book.

Renowned for his contributions to the Unreal and Gears of War franchises, Cliff Bleszinski has an impressive track record with Epic Games. In 2014, he went on to establish his own company, Boss Key Productions. Following his departure from Epic Games in 2012, The Coalition took over the development of the Gears of War series. Since then, the franchise has taken a different direction without CliffyB leading the game design. With a new comic book in the works and other personal goals, it appears that CliffyB has chosen to step away from the video game spotlight in favor of exploring other creative endeavors.

However, in a conversation with ComicBook.com, Bleszinski briefly discussed the potential of returning to the Gears of War franchise. When asked if Bleszinski could envision a comeback to the world of Gears of War through a comic book format, he responded by suggesting that it would require "a little bit of a reboot, like God of War had." This mirrors the changes and evolution that God of War underwent in 2018 under the guidance of Santa Monica Studios and Sony. Additionally, he mentioned that "Phil Spencer has my number, I'm happy to consult." Following this statement, Bleszinski delved into an analysis of the reactions of players on YouTube to Dom's death in Gears of War 3, as well as an episode from Doctor Who involving Vincent van Gogh, the influence of Patton Oswalt on entertainment, and the inclusion of political displays in comic book movies.

I believe Gears of War could benefit from a reboot, similar to what God of War underwent. I have always expressed my willingness to consult with Phil Spencer, as Gears holds a special place in my heart.

According to Bleszinski's response to ComicBook.com, it appears that if he were to return to the Gears of War franchise, he would prefer to be involved as a consultant. Although Bleszinski is nearly finished with video game development, he is currently focused on pitching his Scrapper comic book for adaptation into an animated series. While the initial intention was for a video game, Bleszinski stated, "...if it becomes a video game, I'll probably oversee a lot of it, but I don't want to be heavily involved on a daily basis. I have already experienced enough long hours." He also mentioned that the idea would lend itself well to a cel-shaded style, resulting in an incredible game.

The Gears of War franchise has been relatively inactive, with the latest addition being Gears Tactics in 2020. While it is technically a spin-off, the last main entry that players experienced was Gears 5 in 2019. It has been a while since fans of Gears have had a new installment, and it may take some time before any announcements are made.

Currently, there are only rumors circulating about the next title in the Gears franchise, with speculation about the possibility of an open world to explore. Although Bleszinski's comments may not provide much insight into the future of the Gears series, fans can anticipate a potential film adaptation by Zach Synder, in which Dave Bautista is involved.

The Gears of War franchise, developed by Xbox Game Studios, first launched on the Xbox 360 and quickly became a flagship series for the brand. Renowned for its exhilarating gameplay and emotionally poignant storytelling, the original Gears of War trilogy stands as a pinnacle in the realm of third-person shooters. Over the years, the series has expanded with two additional main entries and even ventured into the realm of turn-based tactics.

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As a Gen Z netizen, I grew up playing the Gears of War franchise and have fond memories of the intense battles and engaging storyline. The games were known for their gritty and mature tone, which set them apart from other shooters at the time. However, in recent years, the franchise has seemed to lose its way, with the latest entry, Gears 5, failing to capture the magic of the original trilogy.

I believe that a reboot of the Gears of War franchise, similar to the successful God of War reboot, could be just what the series needs to recapture its former glory. A reboot would allow the developers to take the franchise in a new direction while still staying true to its roots. It could also introduce the series to a new generation of gamers who may not have experienced the original games.

I am excited about the possibility of a Gears of War reboot and hope that Microsoft and The Coalition will consider this option. The franchise has the potential to be one of the best shooters on the market, and a reboot could be the key to unlocking its full potential.