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The Coalition Studio Head Mike Crump recently defended the decision to keep Gears of War: E-Day as an Xbox exclusive, despite reports that the title was pulled from a planned PlayStation 5 release earlier this year. Crump stated that the franchise has been deeply entwined with the Xbox brand for 20 years.
According to Crump, the studio prioritizes showcasing the platform's capabilities and pushing hardware limits over raw sales figures. The goal is to provide a reason for players to remain within the Xbox ecosystem by delivering the best-looking experience possible on the hardware.
Reviewer Ryan McCaffrey awarded the game a 9, praising its return to the series' roots with Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago. He noted that the title successfully evolves combat, weapons, and enemy mechanics while maintaining a heartfelt narrative, despite the potential for lower sales due to its exclusivity.
While the game is a technical success, developers at The Coalition reportedly expressed concerns regarding potential layoffs amid Microsoft's ongoing restructuring. Crump emphasized that the team's primary focus remains on delivering a high-quality game that players will enjoy.
