The first tech test is from July 19th to 22nd.
"We're very dedicated to the Gears of War franchise, but that's not to say we won't do other things," says studio head Rod Fergusson.
The Coalition remains focussed on current gen hardware for now.
Enemies will also have health bars to help players assess their risks, as per The Coalition.
The video takes a look at the customization features on offer.
A new system called Supply will also reward random items based on time spent in multiplayer modes.
Judgment Day always comes.
Studio head Rod Fergusson says there will be talk about the turn-based tactics game "later."
Microsoft had a fair number of big reveals and announcements at its presser.
Meet the prickly Fahz, played by Rahul Kohli.
The new mode allows you to build maps for others to escape.
Campaign gameplay footage will be coming in September, however.
Three-player co-op campaign also confirmed with split-screen support.
New trailer showcases three player co-op mode Escape.
We might get the exact date tomorrow.
As per Xbox boss Phil Spencer, this is "more than we've ever had in the show."
We can expect to see a lot more of Microsoft's games on Steam going forward.
Microsoft finally pulls back the curtain on Gears' next instalment.
It looks like The Coalition has grand ambitions with the upcoming sequel.
If you see the Stump, you run like hell.
