When does Gears of War: E-Day 2026 release?

Gears of War: E-Day 2026 is scheduled to release on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 (exact time not yet confirmed).

Does the campaign support split-screen co-op?

Yes. The story campaign supports two-player split-screen local co-op on console platforms alongside four-player online co-op.

Horde Siege is a cooperative gameplay mode supporting up to twelve players working together to fight off waves of invading Locust forces.

What content is included in the Premium Edition?

The Premium Edition grants up to five days of early access, 1,000 Iron currency, the Bravo Squad Signature Weapon Pack, the Emergence Customization Pack, and four future seasonal customization packs.

What are the performance targets for the game?

The game targets up to 60 frames per second with hardware-accelerated ray tracing in the campaign and Horde Siege modes, and supports up to 120 frames per second in competitive multiplayer.

What platforms is Gears of War: E-Day on?

Gears of War: E-Day is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S.

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Early Access (Premium Edition)
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Watch the official trailer for Gears of War: E-Day.

Official Event Link

Set 14 years before the events of the original game, Gears of War: E-Day acts as an origin story taking place during Emergence Day on planet Sera. The campaign follows young Coalition of Ordered Governments (COG) veterans Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago alongside soldiers Mags Carter and Lucas Reyes of Bravo Squad as they fight to survive the initial Locust Horde attack in the city of Kalona. Developed by The Coalition and People Can Fly using Unreal Engine 5, the game updates the series' cover-based shooter formula with revamped mobility and dynamic traversal mechanics. Players can make use of sprint sliding, jumping, climbing without entering cover, low-ground cover options, and aiming through cover gaps. The title features a story campaign supporting four-player online co-op as well as two-player split-screen co-op on consoles. Players also have access to 4v4 competitive matches and a twelve-player co-op mode titled Horde Siege.

Details

Genre: AdventureShooter
Platforms: PCXbox Series X/S
Release type: Full release
Game modes: Online multiplayer

Release information

The game arrives on Xbox Series X|S, Windows, and Steam, and is included on day one for Game Pass subscribers. Pre-orders grant entry to an early access open beta period starting August 6, 2026, along with the Exfil Dom character skin and Exfil weapon skin set. The Premium Edition provides up to five days of early access beginning October 1, 2026, alongside 1,000 Iron currency, weapon packs, and seasonal customization sets. Digital purchases on Xbox platforms support Xbox Play Anywhere for shared access between Xbox consoles and PC.

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Frequently asked questions

When does Gears of War: E-Day 2026 release?: Gears of War: E-Day 2026 is scheduled to release on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 (exact time not yet confirmed).
Does the campaign support split-screen co-op?: Yes. The story campaign supports two-player split-screen local co-op on console platforms alongside four-player online co-op.
What is Horde Siege?: Horde Siege is a cooperative gameplay mode supporting up to twelve players working together to fight off waves of invading Locust forces.
What content is included in the Premium Edition?: The Premium Edition grants up to five days of early access, 1,000 Iron currency, the Bravo Squad Signature Weapon Pack, the Emergence Customization Pack, and four future seasonal customization packs.
What are the performance targets for the game?: The game targets up to 60 frames per second with hardware-accelerated ray tracing in the campaign and Horde Siege modes, and supports up to 120 frames per second in competitive multiplayer.
What platforms is Gears of War: E-Day on?: Gears of War: E-Day is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S.

Last updated: 8/28/2026