Microsoft and Epic Games will debut a new Gears of War title at E3 next week. The sequel -- which was not identified by name in Game Informer 's cover story reveal -- appears to be set on Sera, star COG soldiers, and a mysterious man in handcuffs.

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We don't know anyone like that , do we?The background of the debut imagery features familiar flying enemies as well, indicating the Locusts are indeed returning. The Gears universe has a rich history, which you can read all about in our Gears of War Wiki , so there's plenty to speculate about here.Is this a prequel, perhaps during the Pendulum Wars leading into Marcus Fenix's inevitable arrest? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to tune into IGN for Microsoft's E3 press conference Monday, June 4 at 9:30am PDT.Source: Game Informer

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