Microsoft and The Coalition officially announced Gears of War 4 during E3, revealing the next installment in the Gears of War franchise.
The first gameplay footage of Gears of War 4 was showcased, giving fans a glimpse of the game's mechanics and story direction.
Gears of War 4 was released worldwide for Xbox One and Windows 10, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the franchise.
A multiplayer beta for Gears of War 4 was made available to players to test and provide feedback on the competitive modes.
Gears of War 4 became available on Windows 10, expanding the game's accessibility beyond Xbox One users.
The sudden emergence of the Swarm from underground cocoons, marking the start of widespread attacks against human settlements.
J.D. Fenix, son of Marcus Fenix, enlists in the COG army, starting his military career amid rising conflict.
Humans establish a new fortified settlement to resist the ongoing attacks from the Swarm and maintain civilization.
J.D. Fenix, Kait Diaz, and Del Walker face the initial attacks of the Swarm in their hometown, beginning their struggle for survival.
The team discovers a massive Swarm Cocoon containing the Queen, the source of the new outbreak and Swarm leadership.
The protagonists fight deep within the Swarm Hive to destroy the Queen and stop the spread of the infestation.
J.D. and his team successfully eliminate the Swarm Queen, dealing a significant blow to the infestation.
Following the defeat of the Queen, survivors regroup to strengthen defenses against any future Swarm resurgence.
