Unconfirmed for PS5, potential exclusive
Gears of War: E-Day delivers the series' best cover-based combat yet, but its 20-plus-hour campaign drowns that strength in repetitive encounters and a story that struggles to justify its own existence. Multiplayer modes like Horde Siege shine, yet they cannot fully rescue a package that feels bloated and backward-looking.
Gears of War: E-Day launches a collaboration with Liquid Death offering players a Legendary Chainsaw Flex animated pose, branded cosmetics, and a limited-edition chainsaw pint glass. The promotion runs from September 25 through November 30, 2026, and requires purchasing Liquid Death Energy at participating U.S. retailers. Pre-order bonuses including an Xbox gift card and exclusive skins are available until October 6.
The Coalition revealed new details about Gears of War: E-Day during the Official Xbox Podcast at gamescom, discussing the game's focus on brotherhood, the new antagonist Vraahk, and how the campaign explores the first two days of the Locust invasion in the city of Kalona. Creative Director Matt Searcy and Campaign Design Director Raul Figueroa explained how the prequel setting allows players to witness the world before its destruction, making the loss more poignant.
The Coalition's upcoming prequel Gears of War: E-Day delivers a campaign that balances classic cover-shooter fundamentals with meaningful new systems like weapon mods and Tactical Gear. A hands-on session covering Act 2's bridge and downtown sections left the author more excited for the full release than the initial reveal trailer managed.
Microsoft has unveiled its 25th anniversary celebration for Xbox, rolling out a commemorative hardware collection, new community-designed gear, and a FanFest tour across multiple cities. The lineup also includes a custom Gibson guitar collaboration tied to the upcoming Gears of War: E-Day. Here is everything announced so far.
Xbox and PlayStation are both pulling back from cross-platform promotion in their latest marketing moves. Xbox's new Minecraft Dungeons 2 trailer omits PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 mentions that appeared in previous trailers. Meanwhile, PlayStation has revived its "only on PlayStation" branding for major first-party titles including Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei.
Microsoft has revealed two Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Xbox controllers featuring 3D-sculpted grips and custom Design Lab options, both priced at $89.99 and launching September 30. The announcement arrives alongside confirmation that the shooter releases October 6 as an Xbox console exclusive with an open beta currently live.
Xbox's latest news roundup covers NBA 2K26 free play days and indie highlights for August 2026, but contains no mention of a Gears of War: E-Day Early Access Open Beta. The Coalition has not announced any beta timeline for the upcoming prequel.
The Summer of Gaming 2026 showcased several exciting titles, including Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, Stuntman Hollywood, God of War: Laufey, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. These games promise to deliver innovative gameplay, rich storytelling, and stunning visuals across PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2. From throwback fun to epic sequels, there's something for every gamer.
This summer's gaming presentations from PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo have unleashed a plethora of exciting preorders. Secure your copies now for highly anticipated titles like Marvel’s Wolverine (September 15, PS5 exclusive) and Control Resonant (September 24, multi-platform). From action-packed adventures to strategic showdowns, here’s your one-stop guide to preordering the summer’s most coveted games.
Xbox Game Pass has suffered a significant loss of millions of subscribers following a 50% price hike in fall 2025. The increase, which made the service "too expensive" for many players, was recently reversed in April 2026. This move comes as part of a broader strategy adjustment, including the removal of Call of Duty from the platform.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hints at radical new business models for the next console generation, including ad-supported consoles and cloud-streaming innovations, to combat rising component costs. Project Helix's future hinges on finding affordable solutions without sacrificing performance. Sharma also outlines a cautious approach to exclusives, tying their expansion to the platform's overall health.
