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Gamescom 2026, dag 2 – Från Gears till Alien
This article details the second day of Gamescom 2026, focusing on press and business visitor experiences. Highlights include hands-on sessions with Gears of War: E-Day and Alien: Isolation 2, as well as previews of Tides of Annihilation and Ace Combat 8. The author also mentions meetings with Nvidia, Nintendo, and participation in the Dataspelsbranschen's Nordic Party.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026: Every Major Announcement, Reveal and Trailer | Invision Game Community
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered and its new expansion, Songs of the Past, being major surprises. Other highlights included new looks at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Path of Exile 2, and Gears of War: E-Day, alongside reveals for new titles like Nodus Fall and Afterworld. The event also confirmed release dates for several games targeting 2026 and 2027, indicating a strong lineup for the coming years.
I played two missions of Gears of War: E-Day's campaign: One rocked, but the other did not
A preview of Gears of War: E-Day's campaign highlights the game's strengths in linear, spectacle-driven setpieces, particularly during a mission involving a large bridge. While the open-world sections showed potential with detailed city environments and optional objectives, they felt less impactful compared to the traditional linear segments, raising questions about their overall presence in the full game.
Gears of War: E-Day Campaign Hands On – Brutal, Brilliant, and Quintessentially Gears
This preview of Gears of War: E-Day highlights its brutal and nostalgic campaign, set 14 years before the original game. Players will experience the Emergence Day from the perspective of a younger Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, fighting against the Locust Horde in the new city of Kalona. The game, built in Unreal Engine 5, aims to recapture the original Gears of War's impact with modernized gameplay and a focus on character development.
I played Gears of War: E-Day's campaign, and it's bleaker than I expected
Gears of War: E-Day's campaign, set during the devastating Emergence Day, presents a bleak and desperate struggle for survival. The preview highlights adaptive cover mechanics and intense combat against the Locust, while also emphasizing the human element and character interactions amidst the chaos. The Coalition aims to revitalize the series with a focus on modern shooter ambitions and a deep dive into the cost of war.
Gears of War: E-Day’s campaign is a cinematic throwback to the day the world changed forever
Gears of War: E-Day is a prequel that places players at the start of the Locust War, focusing on a young Marcus Fenix defending Kalona. The campaign aims to recapture the cinematic feel and intense gameplay of the original Gears of War trilogy, emphasizing cover-based combat and a gripping narrative as society descends into chaos.
Gears of War: E-Day somehow feels exactly like a direct continuation of the original Xbox 360 trilogy, for better and for worse
Gears of War: E-Day aims to recapture the classic feel of the original Xbox 360 trilogy, focusing on Marcus Fenix's early days against the Locust horde. Despite changes in developers, the game promises a return to the series' roots with familiar cover-based shooting mechanics and visceral combat. The preview suggests that players who enjoyed the original Gears of War games will find E-Day a satisfying continuation, while those who didn't may not be swayed by its adherence to established tropes.
Dave Bautista reportedly 'in talks' to take over the role of Kratos in Amazon's God of War series
Dave Bautista is reportedly in talks to take over the role of Kratos in Amazon's upcoming God of War television series. Bautista would replace Ryan Hurst, who had to exit the role due to an injury sustained during filming. Bautista was also previously rumored to be interested in playing Marcus Fenix in Netflix's Gears of War film.
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.
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.
Sea of Thieves is becoming a live-action movie, the Gears of War film apparently has a plot, and Microsoft's considering bringing the Halo TV show back
Microsoft is expanding its entertainment ventures beyond gaming, with a live-action Sea of Thieves movie in development and plot details emerging for the Gears of War film. The company is also considering reviving the Halo TV series. These projects highlight Microsoft's strategy to leverage its game franchises across various media platforms, even as the company faces potential restructuring and studio closures.
Gears of War: E-Day brings back a feature the series hasn't supported in over 10 years, and The Coalition says…
Gears of War: E-Day, launching October 6, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X, will feature four-player campaign co-op, a feature not seen in the series for over 10 years. The Coalition is bringing back this mode to reflect the series' core DNA of squad-based storytelling, allowing players to experience the origin of Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago's bromance from multiple perspectives. This ambitious entry will also support two-player split-screen co-op.
Something for the Weekend – 13/06/26
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct, revealing a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, alongside new titles like Final Fantasy Resonance and Xenoblade Genesis. The week also saw reports of major layoffs at Xbox due to subscriber losses and Ubisoft closing two studios. Reviews included Crushed In Time and Midnight Saturn, with previews of Romestead and Dark Heresy.
Gears of War: E-Day Happened Because Starting Over Sounded More Fun Than Gears 6
The Coalition has revealed that Gears of War: E-Day was chosen over a direct sequel to Gears 5 because the development team felt more passionate about telling the Emergence Day story. Studio creative director Matt Searcy stated that the opportunity to build the game, characters, and Locust from scratch using Unreal Engine 5 was too good to pass up. Gears of War: E-Day is set to launch for PC and Xbox Series X|S on October 3, with a beta planned for August.
The most upsetting thing about Xbox’s SGF showcase was Marcus Fenix’ jacket
Xbox's recent Summer Games Fest showcase highlighted a shift back towards console exclusivity with titles like Gears of War E-Day and Clockwork Revolution. This strategic change, spearheaded by new CEO Asha Sharma, aims to re-establish Xbox as a distinct console platform amidst an identity crisis and declining Game Pass subscriber growth. While some previously multiplatform titles will remain available on PlayStation 5, the move signifies a renewed focus on selling Xbox hardware.
Gears Of War: E-Day Preorder Guide – All Editions And Bonuses
This guide details the preorder options for Gears of War: E-Day, including the Standard Edition, Premium Edition, and Collector's Edition. Preordering unlocks early access to the open beta and exclusive in-game items, with higher tiers offering early access to the full game and physical collectibles.
Discover the Gears of War: E-Day Collector’s Edition
The Coalition has revealed the Gears of War: E-Day Collector's Edition, which includes a premium Xbox Series X version of the game and physical collectibles. The Collector's Edition, featuring a statue of Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, launches on October 1, 2026, with early access to the game ahead of its global release on October 6, 2026. It is available for Xbox Series X and Steam, with pre-orders open now.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Every Major Reveal, Trailer and Release Date – Part 1 | Invision Game Community
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous reveals, including gameplay for Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, and State of Decay 3, alongside release dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Halo: Campaign Evolved. Microsoft also celebrated 25 years of Xbox with special edition hardware and showcased new titles like Spyro: A Realm Beyond and Senua.
Gears of War: E-Day Direct – everything we now know
Gears of War: E-Day will focus on the events of Emergence Day within the single city of Kalona over three days, featuring Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago. The Coalition is building the game with Unreal Engine 5, introducing new gameplay mechanics like jumping and smoother transitions, and will include both 4v4 multiplayer and a 12-player Horde Siege mode. An open beta is scheduled for August 6th.
Gears of War: E-Day Developer is “Righting the Ship” for the Franchise, Says Former Designer
Former Gears of War designer Cliff Bleszinski praised The Coalition's direction for Gears of War: E-Day, believing they are revitalizing the franchise by focusing on the Locust as a primary threat. He highlighted the importance of the Marcus and Dom relationship and criticized the inclusion of robots and Lambent in previous titles. The game is slated for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a dedicated Xbox Games Showcase Direct planned for June 7th.
