Gears of War Judgment is set six years after the events of Gears of War 2. The game follows Marcus Fenix, Delta Squad's leader, as he attempts to bring order and justice to a war-torn Sera. He is on a mission to track down a group of rogue Locusts who have begun terrorizing the city of Khyber.
The gameplay in Gears of War Judgment builds upon the action-packed formula established by its predecessors, with an increased emphasis on cover-based combat and co-op play. Players control Marcus Fenix as he navigates through levels, taking down enemies using a variety of guns and melee attacks. The game features a range of new abilities for Marcus, including a grappling hook and a new type of grenade.