Microsoft confirms Gears of War mobile game drops this month
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Unveiled more than a year ago, Microsoft’s Gears of War mobile game will be released on August 22, just a few weeks before Gears 5 hits PC and consoles in September. Dubbed Gears Pop!, since it’s a collaboration between Microsoft and Funko Pop!, the game will be available on both Android and iOS devices, Microsoft announced earlier.
After a brief soft-launch, Gears Pop! will be fully available for everyone around the world with a compatible phone. The game features more than 30 Gears of War characters, ready to take your orders, all brought to life from authentic Funko Pop designs.
In Gears Pop!, you’ll be building your squad mixing and matching COG and Locust units, use ultimate abilities, as you strive for supremacy on popular Gears maps. You can play against AI opponents to try out new squads before you take on real players.
Since this is a free-to-play game, expect Gear Pop! to be heavy on in-app purchases, especially if you want to build a pretty solid team of Gears of War heroes and villains. You can still pre-register for the game via Google Play Store and App Store before the game launched on August 22.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the official release date for the new Gears of War mobile game?
What is the official release date for the new Gears of War mobile game?
The new Gears of War mobile game, called Gears Pop!, is scheduled for release on August 22. This launch comes just weeks before Gears 5 becomes available for PC and consoles in September.
Q.Which platforms will Gears Pop! Be available on?
Which platforms will Gears Pop! Be available on?
Gears Pop! Will be available on both Android and iOS devices. After a brief soft-launch, it will be fully accessible for anyone globally with a compatible phone.
Q.What type of game is Gears Pop! And what can players expect regarding monetisation?
What type of game is Gears Pop! And what can players expect regarding monetisation?
Gears Pop! Is a free-to-play game where players build squads using COG and Locust units. As a free-to-play title, it is expected to feature significant in-app purchases, particularly for developing strong teams.
Q.Can players pre-register for Gears Pop! Before its release?
Can players pre-register for Gears Pop! Before its release?
Yes, players can pre-register for the game via the Google Play Store and App Store. Pre-registration is available before the game officially launches on August 22.
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