Gears of War: E-Day
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Gears of War E-Day's Horde Siege shines when squads collide in its dense city, but sags when they're apart
Gears of War: E-Day's new Horde Siege mode offers an ambitious co-operative experience where three squads of four players battle Locusts across large city districts. While the mode shines when squads converge and objectives intersect, it can feel less engaging when players are isolated. The game is set to release on October 6, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
Microsoft CEO says Xbox has "the best IP" and "talented studios around the world," is confident it'll "return" to growth after its worst quarter in years amid mass layoffs
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella expressed confidence in Xbox's future growth despite a recent poor financial quarter and mass layoffs, stating the company possesses "the best IP" and "talented studios." He anticipates a return to growth by fiscal year 2027, emphasizing necessary decisions to reset the business. This comes after Xbox head Asha Sharma admitted the division is currently "unhealthy."
Xbox lost $1,700,00000 this year but execs think all will be fine by June 2027
Microsoft's Xbox division reported a 7% decrease in revenue for fiscal year 2026, amounting to $1.7 billion, with console hardware sales down 29%. Despite these figures, executives Asha Sharma and Satya Nadella expressed confidence that the business will return to growth by fiscal year 2027, citing upcoming exclusive titles and investments in player value.
200 million new Xbox players weren't enough to offset falling revenue in its latest fiscal year, CEO says: "We…
Despite attracting over 200 million new players to Xbox and its games in fiscal year 2026, Microsoft's gaming division experienced a decline in revenue. CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged the gap between audience growth and business performance, stating that investments in player value are expected to drive growth by the end of fiscal year 2027. The company also underwent significant restructuring, including layoffs and spinning out several first-party studios.
Xbox reports 10 percent drop in revenue across content and services following mass job cuts and studio offload
Microsoft's Xbox division reported a 10 percent decrease in revenue from content and services during the last financial quarter. This decline follows significant layoffs and the divestment of several development studios. CEO Satya Nadella indicated that necessary decisions are being made to reset the business for long-term growth, with a projected return to growth in fiscal year 2027.
Gears of War: E-Day Launches With Four Versus Modes, Six Maps and Ranked Play
Gears of War: E-Day will feature four core 4v4 Versus modes, including Team Deathmatch, Conquest, Demolition, and Crucible, across six maps at launch. The game will also offer Social and Ranked playlists, with a multiplayer beta running from August 13th to 17th ahead of its October 6th release.
Gears of War: E-Day’s Horde Siege Offers the “Biggest Maps Yet,” Beta Early Access Live on August 6
The Coalition has revealed details about Gears of War: E-Day's Horde Siege mode, featuring larger maps and new class abilities. A beta for the mode will be available, with early access for pre-orders starting August 6th and an open beta from August 13th. The game launches October 6th for Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Xbox listar spelen de ska ha med sig till Gamescom
Xbox has revealed the games it will be showcasing at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany. Attendees will be able to play titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Minecraft Dungeons 2, while Fable will be presented via a live demonstration focusing on its combat mechanics. Gamescom runs from August 26-30, with the Opening Night Live event on August 25.
Xbox Announces Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Minecraft Dungeons 2 and More for Gamescom
Xbox has announced a lineup of games that will be playable and showcased at Gamescom 2024, including Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, and Minecraft Dungeons 2. Attendees can experience titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer and the campaign for Gears of War: E-Day. Xbox will also host live broadcasts featuring interviews, gameplay reveals, and trailers.
XBOX @ gamescom 2026
Xbox will host its presence at gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany, celebrating 25 years of Xbox with 25 upcoming games playable across 140 stations. The event will feature hands-on demos for titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Gears of War: E-Day, and METRO 2039, alongside community events like Xbox FanFest. For those unable to attend, Xbox will provide live streams on YouTube and Twitch with developer interviews and gameplay reveals.
New NVIDA GeForce Driver
NVIDIA has released a new GeForce driver, version 610.88, for Windows. This update includes specific game support for upcoming titles such as Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day, enhancing performance and stability for these games.
Fable Has Gone “Uncomfortably” Over Budget – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Playground Games' upcoming title, Fable, has significantly exceeded its development budget. While specific figures are unknown, the high cost is attributed to the game's scale, extensive content, and long development cycle. The game is slated for release on February 23rd, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Gears of War: E-Day Gameplay Reveal Deep Dive | Official XBOX Podcast
Developers from The Coalition discuss the gameplay reveal for Gears of War: E-Day, detailing new mechanics like sliding and an expanded cover system built from scratch in Unreal Engine 5. The interview highlights the game's focus on the early days of the Locust invasion, character details for Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, and the return of iconic elements like the chainsaw Lancer, all while celebrating the franchise's 20th anniversary.
Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Reveal Announced for July 30th
The Coalition announced that the multiplayer reveal for Gears of War: E-Day will occur on June 30th, showcasing Versus Mode and new symmetrical maps. The game, launching October 6th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, will feature a 14+ hour campaign, a 12-player Horde Siege mode, and a robust seasonal roadmap with earnable content. An open beta is also slated for August.
'I can assure you, Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are not the only titles we're planning' — Xbox's chief strategy officer confirms the company wants to make more exclusives, but 'large live-service titles' will be multiplatform going forward
Xbox's chief strategy officer Matthew Ball confirmed that Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are just the first of many planned exclusive titles for Xbox consoles and PC. While large live-service games will be multiplatform, single-player exclusives are a key strategy to incentivize console purchases, according to chief content officer Matt Booty.
Xbox admits its game exclusivity strategy isn't "obvious", but insists Gears of War and Clockwork Revolution won't be the only non-PlayStation games
Xbox executives Matthew Ball and Matt Booty discussed the company's evolving game exclusivity strategy, acknowledging it may not be obvious to players. While confirming that Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be exclusive, they indicated more titles are planned, and the distinction between single-player exclusives and multi-platform live-service games is not strictly defined.
Xbox says its return to console exclusives is permanent
Xbox leadership, including Matt Booty and Matthew Ball, has stated that the company's return to console exclusives is permanent. While games like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be permanent exclusives to Xbox and PC, the definition of exclusivity is being clarified, especially concerning day-one PC releases. This strategy aims to provide a compelling reason for consumers to purchase Xbox hardware.
Is Game Pass Still the Right Strategy for Xbox?
This article analyzes the current state and future strategy of Xbox Game Pass, questioning its sustainability and impact on game value. Despite initial excitement and acquisitions to bolster its library, internal sentiment appears negative, with reports of studios detesting the service and subscriber growth falling short of projections. While Game Pass remains a key, albeit paradoxical, component of Xbox's offerings, its future is uncertain amidst internal challenges and a need for renewed growth.
The Xbox Characters That Defined 25 Years of Gaming
This article examines the iconic characters that have defined Xbox's 25-year history, from Master Chief and Marcus Fenix to Minecraft Steve and Ori. These characters represent the evolution of Xbox from a console newcomer to a multi-platform gaming brand, highlighting shifts in game design, company acquisitions, and the importance of personality in brand identity.
Xbox Explains What Makes A Game An Xbox Exclusive
Xbox's chief strategy officer Matthew Ball explained the company's framework for determining which games will be exclusive to Xbox Series X and PC, emphasizing that titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are just the first of many planned exclusives. While some single-player games and large live-service titles may still appear on platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox aims to grow its user base through a consistent pipeline of exclusive content. This strategy comes amidst recent layoffs and hardware price increases within Microsoft's gaming division.
