'Gears of War: Judgement' dated for March 2013

All three entries to the Xbox 360's Gears of War series have commanded average review scores of over 90%, while People Can Fly proved their ability with 2011's innovative and bloody-languaged shooter Bulletstorm.

Gears is not the only Xbox 360 staple to swap studios, after Forza's racing game team Turn 10 gave Forza: Horizon to the speed freaks at Playground Games.

Microsoft is expected to announce and release a new home console in 2013, as is Sony PlayStation; Nintendo's Wii U is expected before December and the Android-powered budget box Ouya has March 2013 in its sights.

Official website: www.gearsofwar.xbox.com