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When is the Gears of War E-Day release time?
Gears of War E-Day will launch simultaneously worldwide on October 6 at 3pm UTC for Xbox and PC, with early access beginning five days prior on October 1 for those who pre-order. The game will not be available on PlayStation 5, confirming its Xbox exclusivity. Pre-installation will be available starting September 29.
Gears of War: E-Day and XBOX Unleash “The Emergence Pie” with Prince St. Pizza
Xbox and Prince St. Pizza have partnered to launch the limited-edition "Emergence Pie" in celebration of the upcoming game Gears of War: E-Day. Available across the US and Toronto until November 1, the pie comes with a code for an in-game pizza emblem, and a pizza cutter inspired by the Prototype Lancer is also available for purchase. Gears of War: E-Day is set to release on October 6, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Steam, featuring a campaign built in Unreal Engine 5.
Gears of War: E-Day Review Embargo Lifts on October 1st, 6 AM PT
The review embargo for The Coalition's Gears of War: E-Day will lift on October 1st, the same day Premium Edition owners can begin playing. The game returns to the series' horror roots, featuring Marcus Fenix and Bravo Squad fighting the Locust on Emergence Day. Gameplay introduces new mechanics like Weapon Mods and Active Reload, while removing wall-bouncing. PC players will require hardware ray tracing capabilities.
Gears of War: E-Day x Liquid Death – Unlock a Legendary Pose and More
A collaboration between Gears of War: E-Day and Liquid Death offers players a Legendary Chainsaw Flex pose and other in-game items when purchasing Liquid Death Energy drinks. A limited-edition chainsaw pint glass will also be available for purchase. The article also details pre-order bonuses for Gears of War: E-Day, highlighting its origin story campaign, Horde Siege, and Versus multiplayer modes built in Unreal Engine 5.
Gears of War: E-Day to hold special event in Los Angeles — MP3s & NPCs
A special event for Gears of War: E-Day will be held in Los Angeles on September 30, allowing fans to play the game before its Early Access launch. The event will feature themed activities, giveaways, and a chance to win a custom Xbox controller. Gears of War: E-Day is set to release on October 6 for Xbox and PC, with a day-one launch on Game Pass.
Gears of War: E-Day – 14 More Gameplay and Story Details
Gears of War: E-Day is set to launch on October 6th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a Premium Edition early access on October 1st. The Coalition has rebuilt the game from the ground up using Unreal Engine 5, featuring overhauled visuals, more aggressive Locust enemies, and new gameplay mechanics. The game will also feature returning characters Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, alongside new modes like Horde Siege with distinct classes and new PvP modes.
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.
