EDIT 9/28/2026: Updated the launch PC specifications graphic to fix an error.
Today, I’m proud to share that Gears of War: E-Day has officially gone gold, marking a major milestone for the team as we enter the final stretch toward launch.
On behalf of everyone at The Coalition, I want to thank the many people who helped bring us to this moment, especially the fans. Your passion for Gears has inspired us every step of the way and reminds us why this franchise continues to mean so much to so many. Thank you to everyone who has played, watched, and shared feedback throughout the journey so far.
Reaching gold is an important milestone for the studio. More importantly, it means we’re one step closer to players experiencing Emergence Day for themselves. We’re excited to finally put the game in your hands when Early Access begins October 1, ahead of launch on October 6.
Gears of War: E-Day will be available on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX on PC, Steam, and is available day one with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
We also shared the full achievement list.
Pre-Install Begins September 29
Pre-install for Gears of War: E-Day begins September 29 at 8:00am Pacific Time (15:00 UTC) on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX on PC, and Steam.
Whether you’re joining through Game Pass or have pre-purchased, pre-installing ahead of time ensures you’re ready to deploy when Early Access begins on October 1 at 8:00am Pacific (15:00 UTC), or at worldwide launch October 6 at 8:00am Pacific (15:00 UTC).
Premium Edition players can begin playing up to five days early starting October 1. Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members can join the fight starting October 6.
PC Features and Specifications
Today we are also revealing the complete PC specifications for Gears of War: E-Day.
Since our Multiplayer Open Beta in July, we’ve continued to iterate and improve PC stability and performance across a wide range of hardware configurations. Today, were excited to share our final PC Specifications for Launch.
Mark your calendars for September 29 when pre-installs begin and get ready to experience Emergence Day when Gears of War: E-Day is released on October 6.
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-Mike Crump - Studio Head, The Coalition