E-Day is Dredging Up the Oldest Gears Debate Again

The debate over whether the Gears in the Gears of War series are naturally muscular or enhanced by steroids is a topic that resurfaces among fans time and again. Recently, this discussion was reignited on the Gears of War subreddit. 

Fans speculated about the impressively bulky physiques of the game’s characters. Some argue that characters like Marcus Fenix, achieve their massive size through rigorous physical activity and a high-calorie diet, while others suspect the use of performance-enhancing substances.

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One Reddit user suggested that the Gears’ physiques could be attributed to an immense daily caloric intake.

References were made to the Gears of War novel Aspho Fields, where it’s mentioned that soldiers consume significantly more calories than civilians, often three times the normal intake.

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This higher caloric intake could be necessary to maintain their muscle mass and stamina in the harsh conditions of war against the Locust.

One user humorously suggested that the Gears’ impressive builds could be due to spinach, referencing Popeye.

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Another fan pointed out that Chris Perna, the art director for Gears of War, is as muscular as the characters. What if Perna is just self-inserting himself into Gears of War? 

Some fans proposed that the gravity on Sera, the fictional planet where Gears of War is set, might be higher than on Earth.

The unique physiology of the Serans could also be a factor, making them fundamentally different from Earth humans.

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This theory also explains why the civilians in the game aren’t as physically imposing as the soldiers but still exhibit a certain level of fitness compared to Earth standards.

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In contrast, some fans argue that the characters’ physiques are purely a result of the game’s art style.

The exaggerated muscles and builds are seen as a creative choice to emphasize the gritty, larger-than-life nature of the Gears of War universe.

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This perspective aligns with how other futuristic games and media often depict their protagonists as hyper-masculine heroes.

Interestingly, some fans pointed out the differences in character models across the series.

For example, in the E-Day trailer, Marcus Fenix is portrayed struggling against a Locust drone, suggesting that the Gears had to bulk up significantly over time to match the strength of their enemies.

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This gradual increase in muscle mass supports the idea that the characters’ builds evolved as a response to the escalating threats they faced.

Despite the many theories, there is a consensus among some fans that the exaggerated physiques are simply an artistic choice.

It’s clear that the Gears of War community is deeply invested in the lore and realism of the series.

What’s your opinion on this debate? Let us know in the comments!