Gears of War: E-Day Goes Gold as Pre-Install Opens Ahead of October Launch

Gears of War: E-Day has gone gold, with pre-installs beginning Sept 29 across Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam. Early Access starts Oct 1 ahead of a full launch on Oct 6. The title, built on Unreal Engine 5, targets 4K/60fps and revamps Horde Siege and Versus modes, with two-player split-screen on consoles. Premium Edition includes up to five days of early access plus cosmetic packs and in‑game currency. Open Beta is expected Aug 6–10 (dates vary by platform), and online multiplayer requires a Game Pass subscription.