Gears of War: E-Day is Available in Early Access Today, Watch the Launch Gameplay Trailer
Premium Edition owners and Game Pass subscribers with the Premium Upgrade can play Gears of War: E-Day in Early Access starting today at 8:00 a.m. PT, with the full launch on October 6.
Gears of War: E-Day Early Access begins today for Premium Edition players and Game Pass subscribers who have purchased the Premium Upgrade. The Coalition thanked fans for their support ahead of the release, emphasizing the significance of Emergence Day for players worldwide. Early Access is available starting at 8:00 a.m. PT / 15:00 UTC on October 1, marking a key milestone before the full launch. Players can access the game on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and Steam, with cloud gaming options through Game Pass Ultimate and GeForce NOW.
The full launch of Gears of War: E-Day is scheduled for October 6 at 8:00 a.m. PT / 15:00 UTC, following the Early Access period. The game will be part of the Disc to Digital program upon release, allowing players to transition physical copies to digital formats. Players are encouraged to review the full achievement list to plan their progression through the game before launch or during Early Access.
Beyond the game itself, additional launch activities are planned, including updates shared on social media via @GearsofWar and the official GearsofWar.com website. Players experiencing issues can report problems or access support resources through GearsofWar.com/support, while service status updates are available at status.gearsofwar.com.
The Coalition highlighted the global availability of Gears of War: E-Day across multiple platforms, including Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and Steam. Cloud gaming support is provided through Game Pass Ultimate and GeForce NOW, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of players during both Early Access and the full launch.