Gears of War: E-Day
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Gears of War: E-Day

Xbox Game Studios•Shooter•Action & adventure
$69.99+
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S
New
XBOX Play Anywhere
20 Accessibility features
22 Supported languages
Handheld Optimized
Handheld Optimized
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S
New
XBOX Play Anywhere
20 Accessibility features
22 Supported languages
Handheld Optimized
Handheld Optimized
For ages 17 and up
MATURE 17+
Blood and Gore, Strong Language, Intense Violence

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Cloud playable game included with XBOX Game Pass Ultimate. Game purchase required to stream with XBOX Game Pass Essential or Premium.

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Online multiplayer on console requires XBOX Game Pass Essential, Premium, or Ultimate (subscriptions sold separately).

Description

Emergence Begins Experience the horror and brutality of Emergence Day. Fourteen years before the original Gears of War, join Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago in a gripping origin-story campaign as the Locust Horde first erupt from below, igniting a desperate fight for survival. Rally your squad and fight on in multiplayer with a reimagination of Gears’ iconic PvE mode, Horde Siege, or go head-to-head with a refined Versus PvP.* Built from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5, Gears of War: E-Day delivers the most immersive Gears yet. The Story of E-Day Fight through the chaos of Emergence Day in a gripping origin story campaign. Battle alone, side by side in two-player split-screen, or rally up to four players online across Campaign, Horde Siege, and Versus.* Horde Siege PvE – Back and Bigger Than Ever Survive a city under siege in an evolved take on Gears’ iconic co-op wave survival mode built for larger maps, more players, and bigger battles. Choose your class - Assault, Marksman, Medic, or Breacher - then drop in as a 4-player squad to fight back the Locust. Team up with multiple squads to conquer shared objectives and take down world bosses. Survive to earn rewards, unlock customization and improve your loadout for the next match. Versus Returns – Refined and Focused PvP Battle across all-new maps and refined fan-favorite 4v4 modes. Choose your level of competition. Lock in and climb the ranks in Ranked or jump into Social playlists for a more relaxed match. Modernized controls and movement make combat feel more fluid while retaining Gears’ signature cover-based feel. Jump, vault, slide, and flank with intent. A Terrifying Threat from Below  A darker, grittier tone and reimagined enemies restore fear and dread to the series. Atmosphere and detail are pushed further than ever. The world feels more grounded, believable, and dangerous. Familiar enemies are more threatening, joined by all-new creatures and villains that reestablish a true sense of horror. Feels Like Gears. Plays Like New. Iconic cover‑based combat returns, enhanced with modernized movement and traversal that add freedom and verticality. Fan‑favorite weapons return and are reimagined, alongside all‑new weapons built for brutal, close‑quarters combat. Rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 A new technical foundation for Gears. Built for modern performance with 4K resolution and up to 60FPS across Campaign and Multiplayer.* *Important Information Online Multiplayer: Online campaign co-op, Horde Siege, Versus and other multiplayer features require a Game Pass subscription that includes online multiplayer, sold separately. 2-Player Split-Screen: is available for console only. 4K and 60FPS: require a compatible display. Game requires initial download. May require future updates (additional storage may be required). All downloads and updates require significant storage and broadband internet connection (ISP fees apply). You must accept the Microsoft Services Agreement (microsoft.com/msa). May require additional hardware and subscriptions. Content, features, services, online play (if applicable), and support not available in all regions (xbox.com/regions) and may vary, change, or terminate. Microsoft Account required. WARNING: Some people may experience a seizure when exposed to flashing lights or patterns in video games. (xbox.com/healthandsafety).

Published by

Xbox Game Studios

Developed by

The Coalition

Release date

10/6/2026

Play with

  • PC
  • XBOX Series X|S
  • XBOX Cloud Gaming
  • Handheld
    Handheld

Capabilities

  • Xbox local co-op (2-2)
  • Online co-op (2-4)
  • Xbox local multiplayer (2-2)
  • Online multiplayer (2-12)
  • Xbox cross-platform multiplayer
  • 4K Ultra HD
  • HDR10
  • Single player
  • Shared/split screen
  • Variable Refresh Rate
  • Xbox cross-platform co-op
  • Ray Tracing
  • 60 fps+
  • Spatial Sound
  • Dolby Atmos
  • DTS:X
  • Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
  • Console Keyboard & Mouse
  • Xbox achievements
  • Xbox presence
  • Xbox cloud saves
  • Xbox Play Anywhere

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    Add-ons included

    1,000 IronBravo Squad Signature Weapon PackEmergence Customization PackCustomization Pack 2Customization Pack 3Customization Pack 4Customization Pack 5
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