don't get me wrong, Gears of War is an outstanding game,and one of my favorites, if not favorite shooter, but I think it has been overated just a little. the huge hype and being game of the year; I found it to be a great new shooter but lacking in depth. the levels and the combat were very repetitive.i just thought people went a little over the top with it.speaking of gears, i think now would be a good time to tell my story. i went to EB Games one day to buy it, but as usual the guys were being gay,said i was underage. they did showme the game however, all nice and unopened. so i came back the next day with my older friend to get it, but oh no, it seems they have misplaced the case,so i only got he disc! EB throws out game cases to make room for more games! usually used! ridiculous. :evil: