Gears Of War 4 is now upon us, and with a new entry in the iconic Xbox franchise comes yet another version of the popular wave mode, Horde. This exciting new iteration, called Horde 3.0, introduces a number of new gameplay features, including skill progression to help players level up as they work through the enemy waves. This guide will take you through Horde 3.0 basics, including Cards, Classes, Fortifications, and Class skill upgrades.

There’s no shortage of devastating weapons in Gears Of War 4 multiplayer. As is standard in multiplayer shooters, you’ll choose a loadout, generally spread out across multiple weapon types, and enter the battlefield packing plenty of heat. Here are the weapons basics you need to know and understand.