One of the most engaging aspects of Gears of War is the ability to play through the entire campaign with a friend in Co-Op mode. You can do this via Xbox Live, System Link, or even in split-screen on the same television. In Co-Op mode, one player assumes the role of Marcus while the other plays as Dom. Together you must fight your way through the most harrowing 36 hours of these soldiers’ lives in a quest to defeat the Locust Horde.
This section of the strategy guide contains tips and tactics specific to Co-Op mode. It’s intended as a supplement to the main “Campaign Walkthrough” portion of this book. Although the actual gameplay is the same as when you play alone, there are advantages to partnering with another human player. This chapter’s goal is to help you get the most out of your Co-Op experience, especially since we expect many of you will attempt to utilize this feature on the Hardcore or Insane difficulty settings.