Gears of War/Multiplayer

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Multi-Player Tips

 * When in Execution the Lancer is useless, as at long range it may take you a while to get to him and by then he will be revived so use the Gnasher, get in quick and blow them apart! (literally!)
 * Learn how to communicate with your teammates as it is vital to act accordingly.
 * When one or two men are down on the opposing team try to work with teammates and plan a strategy.
 * When in close quarters depending on the situation, it's best to use a shotgun.
 * When fighting in close quarters try to shoot your weapon without pressing the left trigger, with a shotgun or mg try to run around them and aim your shots to the right of you, to get the perfect shot alignment.
 * Always try to play together with people that you know, as most games you join as of now are usually stacked on the other team already.
 * Aim at the legs with the shotgun to put your enemy down when under fire which will let you concentrate on other opponents and then come back and finish him off. This seems to be more effective when you are outnumbered or need a quick "kill" (though not as splashy).
 * If you can dominate the weapons, your team will generally win. Break into pairs of two and go after upgraded weapons right off the bat. This can be a key to victory.
 * Set up ambushes by using one player as bait.
 * Use one team to establish a "base" and send the other two team members as roamers who can flank the opposition.
 * The pistol is a overlooked weapon for Beginners, do not overlook the true power of the weapon. The pistol's melee attack is the fastest in the game and is a great way to cancel the melee attacks of others.
 * Active Reload is a very powerful tool if used correctly, try using it with the Longshot, you do not have to score a head shot with the Longshot to down your opponent if you have the bonus on your shot.
 * Grenade taggers are "cheap" and there are lots of them online. So you might as while know how to do it yourself. Simply equip grenades and press the melee botton (B).
 * Grenade Taggers, how to stop them, The shotgun is big in stopping them when it works correctly. Most of the time however the shotgun does not work correctly. So yor best bet to stop them is the Lancer or Snubnose Pistol and distance. I can not stress enough the importance of staying away from them as they charge to you.
 * A note to the above - If you see someone comming with a grenade, rev up your lancer. Most of the time you will saw them before they get the tag. If they do get the tag, you will still saw them...and then blow up.
 * Flanking is a big part of having success, in the game. You and your team should have a plan to flank and get angles on the enemies.
 * Smoke grenades are your friends. They can be used to fill an area with smoke, either giving you cover for a speedy exit, or as a distraction. If your with a friend and you corner an opposing player try throwing in a smoke grenade followed by a frag grenade.