Gears of War E-Day Co-op: Online and Couch Play Confirmed

Ever wanted to chainsaw a Locust in half while your best friend watches from the same couch? Gears of War E-Day has your back. The game's campaign supports co-op, both online and local, so you can share the fight against the Locust Horde no matter where your squad is.

That's right: couch co-op is back, baby. It's a rare treat in modern games, and The Coalition is keeping the tradition alive. So grab a second controller, get comfortable, and prepare for some serious Fenix family bonding.

How does it work? You can jump into any chapter you've already started or load your most recent save. Friends get launched straight into the action with you. Everything—multiplayer and single-player campaign—is accessible from the same screen, so there's no confusing menu maze.

To invite a friend online, just launch the campaign from the main menu. You'll automatically be assigned to play as Marcus Fenix. Then scroll across and click any of the buttons beneath the three remaining characters to open your friends list. Pick your buddy, send an invite, and you're good to go.

For couch co-op, press the menu button on the second player's Xbox controller and select their account or log in as a guest. That's it—they're in. No fuss, no hassle.

It's refreshing to see local co-op still getting love. Whether you're playing solo or with a friend, you'll want to gear up properly. Check out the best mods for your weapons, armor, and tactical equipment, and brush up on the average campaign length so you know what you're signing up for.

So, will you be grabbing a friend for some split-screen action, or are you going online? Let us know in the comments!