Gears of War: E-Day - Skills
Combat, movement, and capability systems of Gears of War: E-Day, including the redesigned traversal suite and the four-cooperative-class system of the Horde Siege multiplayer mode.
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· updated 2026-09-15
| Name | Type | Description | Tree | Cost | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slide | Passive Movement | Slide from a sprint to maintain momentum and move low to the ground, a core part of the rebuilt movement system that keeps the player mobile while preserving the game's signature weight. | Movement / Traversal | 0 | None (base movement) |
| Vault and Jump | Passive Movement | Traversal abilities allow Marcus to jump across gaps, climb vehicles and structures, and scale obstacles, adding verticality to combat and map flow. | Movement / Traversal | 0 | None (base movement) |
| Cover and Low-Ground Cover | Core Combat Mechanic | The signature cover system returns, now including low-ground cover options, with taking cover reassigned to the A button in a redesigned control scheme that frees up mobility. | Movement / Combat | 0 | None (core mechanic) |
| Active Reload | Core Mechanic | The Active Reload system returns with a redesigned interface. | Combat Core | 0 | None (core mechanic) |
| Assault Class | Horde Siege Class | A Horde Siege combat class bringing frontline offensive capability, suited to direct engagement with Locust waves in the twelve-player cooperative mode. | Horde Siege | 0 | Selected in Horde Siege |
| Breacher Class | Horde Siege Class | A Horde Siege class focused on breaking through Locust formations and clearing defensive positions, each class possessing unique tactical abilities. | Horde Siege | 0 | Selected in Horde Siege |
| Marksman Class | Horde Siege Class | A Horde Siege class tuned for ranged precision and eliminating high-value targets from distance. | Horde Siege | 0 | Selected in Horde Siege |
| Medic Class | Horde Siege Class | A Horde Siege support class responsible for keeping squads alive, reviving teammates, and managing the defensive objective across the interconnected Kalona map. | Horde Siege | 0 | Selected in Horde Siege |
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