Gears of War E-Day costs $400 million, launches 10/6 on Xbox

The upcoming video game "Gears of War EDay" will launch exclusively for Xbox Series X|S and PC on October 6, 2026, developer The Coalition confirmed during a recent showcase. The prequel, which explores the catastrophic first day of the Locust invasion 14 years before the original game, will also be available on Xbox Game Pass the same day.

A report from gaming journalist Tom Henderson, citing sources, claims the game's development budget exceeds $400 million, a figure described as "insane" for the franchise. While the exact composition of this budget is unclear and may include long-term investments in technology, the reported cost places it among the most expensive games ever developed. Henderson expressed skepticism that the title could recoup its investment, especially as an Xbox console exclusive.

The game's creative director, Matt Searcy, stated that "EDay" will feature the longest campaign in the series' history, estimated at over 14 hours. The campaign remains linear but will include larger explorable areas filled with more collectibles than previous entries. Players will be able to control all four members of Bravo Squad, including protagonists Marcus Fenix and Dominic...