Gears of War’s Core Concept Ridiculed as Being ‘Kinda Dumb’ Ahead of Gears of War: E-Day Release

Ahead of the release of Gears of War: E-Day, fans are revisiting a debate. The portrayal of the Locust as super soldiers who were originally intended to be a strong force for the COG has come under scrutiny. 

Despite their supposed superiority, one fan argues that ordinary Gears and even civilians can defeat them with relative ease, calling into question their status as super soldiers. This perceived inconsistency has led some fans to label the idea as “kinda dumb.”

Is There Any Validity in This Gears of War Theory?

In a recent discussion on the Gears of War subreddit, user AhhSlickerz pointed out that the Locust heavily relied on Hollow creatures and the guidance of leaders like Kantus and Ukkon. This raises doubts about their supposed superiority as soldiers, especially when they are often portrayed as being outsmarted and outmatched by human soldiers with advanced armor and weapons.

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Other users argue that the Locust’s abilities were significantly weakened by their prolonged battles against the Lambent and exposure to emulsion, which diminished their effectiveness by the time of E-Day. 

Despite their initial success in wiping out a significant portion of the human population, their over-reliance on sheer numbers and brute force, rather than advanced tactics or technology, made them vulnerable to well-organized human forces.

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The origin of the Locust has also been a source of disappointment for some fans, particularly with the retcons introduced in later games.

Adding to the debate, some fans highlight the physical strength of certain Gears like Marcus Fenix and Delta Squad, who are often shown overpowering Locust Drones.

Will We See This Lore Be Explored in Gears of War: E-Day?

The upcoming release of Gears of War: E-Day will hopefully shed light on these origins, focusing on the early days of the Locust invasion. As a prequel, it promises to explore the backstory of key characters like Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago Providing context for the emergence of the Locust.

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Gears of War: E-Day will also revisit the emotional tones that defined the original games. The game’s trailer, featuring a young Marcus battling a redesigned, more lethal Locust Drone suggests a return to the series’ darker roots.

The trailer also used Gary Jules’ cover of “Mad World,” reminiscent of the first game’s iconic advertisement.

The shift in the Locust’s portrayal from the original trilogy to the later games, including their transformation into the Swarm, has also been a point of contention.

As the release of Gears of War: E-Day approaches, the debate over whether the Locust deserve their status as super soldiers continues.

What lore do you want explored in Gears of War: E-Day? Let us know in the comments!