As in all shooters, weapon selection is extremely important in Gears of War. Fights take place at all ranges; from the devastating lethality of the Gnasher at close range to the sniping ability of the Longshot, it is best to tailor your loadout to your abilities. Excel at sneaking up on others as you bounce between cover? Carry the Gnasher and a mid-range assault rifle.
Prefer fighting from a distance? Grab a Gnasher for defense and the Hammerburst. Then keep an eye out for the Longshot, Markza Mk1, or EMBAR and use cover to eliminate adversaries from afar. Be sure to watch your sides and rear, as you are vulnerable to attack.
Get the lowdown on each weapon in this chapter.