Gears of War: E-Day
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Gears of War: E-Day Pushes Unreal Engine 5 “To Its Limits” In Its Latest Tech Demo
The Coalition has released a new tech demo for Gears of War: E-Day, showcasing the capabilities of Unreal Engine 5 with advanced lighting and ray tracing features on Xbox Series X. The demo highlights realistic environmental interactions and reflections, though it remains to be seen if the entire campaign will maintain this level of graphical fidelity, especially with multiplayer targeting 120 fps.
Report: Redundancies at Microsoft owned Zenimax have begun
Microsoft has reportedly begun significant layoffs and studio closures within its Zenimax Media division, which includes Bethesda, id Software, and Arkane Studios. Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine Productions are also facing potential shutdowns. This news follows recent announcements about Xbox game exclusivity and a reported decline in profitability, indicating a major business reset for the brand.
The biggest Gears of War: E-Day gameplay changes should have a transformative impact on the series' tired…
The Coalition is implementing significant changes to the core gameplay mechanics of Gears of War: E-Day, rebuilding systems from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5. These alterations focus on enhancing movement fluidity, cover interaction, and environmental destruction, aiming to modernize the series' signature combat and potentially reshape its multiplayer experience. The game will feature a prequel campaign and a multiplayer beta starting August 6.
Gears of War: E-Day – Raven Extract Cinematic Trailer
A new cinematic trailer for Gears of War: E-Day, titled "Raven Extract," debuted at Unreal Fest Chicago. The trailer showcases Specialist Daan Riggs and Bravo squad during a difficult Raven extraction mission. Pre-orders for the game will grant early access to the open beta starting August 6th.
Xbox Hypes Up Gamescom Return Amid Questions About Its Future
Xbox is confirming its presence at Gamescom, with Gears of War: E-Day headlining playable demos. This comes amid reports of significant internal turmoil, including potential studio closures and layoffs, which Microsoft has disputed. CEO Asha Sharma and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella have alluded to upcoming changes and the need for Xbox to become a more sustainable business.
Xbox Denies Rumors of “Reversing Course” on Exclusives, Promises More Yearly
Xbox chief strategy officer Matthew Ball has denied rumors that the company is reversing its stance on console exclusives. He confirmed that "Gears of War: E-Day" and "Clockwork Revolution" will remain exclusive to the Xbox platform. Ball also reiterated that Xbox plans to release "signature exclusives" annually, despite ongoing industry-wide layoffs and studio consolidation concerns.
Microsoft Planned Closure of Ninja Theory Before Senua’s Reveal – Rumor
According to a report, Microsoft had planned to close Ninja Theory before the studio revealed its new game, Senua. The trailer was reportedly released to attract potential investors or acquirers for the studio. Despite these plans, it remains unclear if Ninja Theory's leadership was aware of the situation, and negotiations are underway for some studios to spin off rather than close, though layoffs are still expected.
Microsoft reaffirm that Gears of War E Day and Clockwork Revolution are exclusive
Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball has confirmed that Gears of War E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will remain exclusive to Xbox platforms. He dismissed rumors suggesting a change in exclusivity status, stating that players can expect annual signature exclusives from the company.
Amid reports of closures to Ninja Theory and Compulsion Games, Xbox Game Studios CEO Craig Duncan is stepping down from…
Xbox Game Studios CEO Craig Duncan and chief of staff Louise O'Connor are stepping down amid reports of significant layoffs and the closure of studios like Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine. Duncan, who previously led Rare for 14 years, had been CEO for less than two years. These changes follow a strategic "Xbox reset" outlined by CEO Asha Sharma.
Xbox Game Studios-chef lämnar – efter 20 månader
Craig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, has resigned after only 20 months, with chief of staff Louise O'Connor also departing. This follows recent news of potential studio closures and layoffs within Microsoft's gaming division. The departures occur amidst a strategic shift for Xbox, including price adjustments to Game Pass and a re-evaluation of multi-platform releases.
Upcoming Xbox Exclusives Are Being Sent Out To Die, Analyst Says; Xbox Pushes Back
Analyst Rhys Elliott claims Microsoft is intentionally setting upcoming Xbox exclusives like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution up for failure to transition away from console hardware. Xbox's Matthew Ball denies rumors of reversing course on exclusives, stating they will remain exclusive and that Microsoft plans to release signature exclusives annually. The article also touches on potential studio closures and layoffs within Xbox due to financial struggles.
What the heck are you playing at, games industry?
The article criticizes the recent surge in video game studio closures and layoffs, highlighting numerous studios shut down by major publishers like Ubisoft, EA, Embracer, Sony, and Microsoft. It questions the business strategies of these publishers, particularly Microsoft's handling of Ninja Theory and the high development cost of Xbox exclusives like Gears of War E-Day, while also pointing to the industry's pursuit of live services and infinite growth over sustainable development.
"We didn't make E-Day as a reaction to Gears 5": How The Coalition ripped up the Gears of War playbook to…
The Coalition is developing Gears of War: E-Day, a prequel set on Emergence Day, aiming to recapture the spirit of the original trilogy while rebuilding core mechanics in Unreal Engine 5. The game will feature a more focused, linear experience within the city of Kalona, emphasizing dense combat arenas and fluid movement, and is set for release on PC and Xbox Series X in October 2026.
Gears of War: E-Day system requirements are here and it might be bad news for GTX 10-series cards and, well, storage in…
The PC system requirements for Gears of War: E-Day have been revealed, with a minimum GPU requirement of an Nvidia RTX 2060 and a substantial 130 GB storage space needed. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma expressed excitement for the game's return to its early-days narrative. The game is set to launch on October 6th for PC and Xbox.
Halo tops PS5 pre-order charts despite Xbox exclusivity pivot
Despite Microsoft's pivot back to Xbox console exclusives, the upcoming Halo remake, Halo: Campaign Evolved, is topping pre-order charts on the PlayStation Store across Europe. This success on a competitor's platform could influence future exclusivity decisions for Xbox.
Following Gears of War: E-Day's declaration of Xbox exclusivity, Halo: Campaign Evolved is already climbing PlayStation pre-order charts
Halo: Campaign Evolved is seeing strong pre-order sales on the PlayStation Store, topping charts in several regions despite being an Xbox exclusive IP. This success, alongside other Xbox titles like Forza Horizon 5 and Sea of Thieves appearing on PlayStation, raises questions about Microsoft's console exclusive strategy. The remake is built on Unreal Engine 5 and has reportedly revitalized the original game's content.
Microsoft CEO says Xbox needs to be more sustainable: "We've not been monetizing that entertainment"
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stated that Xbox needs to become more economically sustainable and find better ways to monetize its entertainment offerings, as the company has been subsidizing rather than profiting from its products. New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is leading a 100-day reset to address challenges including hardware costs, declining revenue, and the need for engineering self-reliance. While console exclusives are a focus, PC and cloud versions will remain available.
Xbox’s real exclusivity problem is they don’t make games people want - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that Xbox's primary issue is a lack of desirable games, not its exclusivity policies. Despite owning major studios like Activision Blizzard and Bethesda, the author believes Xbox has been mismanaged for over a decade, leading to a decline in relevance and a lack of compelling titles that justify purchasing an Xbox Series X console.
Gears of War: E-Day’s Budget is “Upwards of $400 Million” – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Gears of War: E-Day has a development budget exceeding $400 million, a figure described as "insane" by insider Tom Henderson. The game, which is an Xbox console exclusive, features advanced graphics including realistic destruction and ray-traced lighting. The article also mentions a pulled trailer that briefly showed a PlayStation 5 logo, contradicting claims it was never planned for the platform.
Microsoft reportedly considering restructuring Xbox into its own "wholly-owned subsidiary" and "moving faster" on releasing first-party games
Microsoft is reportedly considering restructuring Xbox into a wholly-owned subsidiary or a joint venture to improve its business performance. This potential move is accompanied by plans to accelerate the development of first-party games from franchises like Halo, Fallout, and The Elder Scrolls. The company is also reportedly planning significant budget cuts and layoffs as part of a broader business reset for the Xbox brand.
