Gears of War: E-Day: The Coalition’s “Most Ambitious Game Yet” Aims to Modernize the 20-Year-Old Series

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“While we are revisiting our foundation with Marcus and Dom’s first encounter with the Locust, our goal was to engineer a title that retains the classic Gears DNA while offering evolved gameplay,” Searcy explained. “E-Day honors our history while paving the way for the franchise’s future.”

Fans will see the return of the legendary Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, with their original voice actors reprising the iconic roles. This prequel promises more than a simple nostalgia trip; it aims to redefine core mechanics through the power of UE5. While enthusiasts will have to wait for gameplay footage—as the title is absent from today’s Xbox Developer Direct—the anticipation for the return of the Lancer remains high.

Gears of War: E-Day is part of our comprehensive Big in 2026 hub, featuring exclusive previews of the decade’s most anticipated titles, from Halo: Campaign Evolved to Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.