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Gears of War: E-Day Pre-Orders Open with August Beta and October Launch

Daniel Cross 2 min read

Gears of War: E- Day pre- orders are now live for Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game launches October 6, 2026, with a multiplayer beta starting August 6.

Gears of War: E-Day Pre-Orders Open with August Beta and October Launch
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Pre-orders are now open for Gears of War: E-Day, giving players a concrete date to mark on their calendars for the next entry in the franchise. The game launches globally on October 6, 2026, for those who want to experience the full campaign on release day. Players who pre-order or subscribe to Game Pass can test the multiplayer experience five days earlier during an open beta window from August 6 through August 10, 2026. The beta period enables players to test the game on their existing hardware prior to the full launch.

Pre-orders open for the October 6 shooter with an August multiplayer beta

The Coalition developed the title using Unreal Engine 5 to power the visuals and gameplay systems. It will release on |S and PC, ensuring the game reaches both console and personal computer audiences. The release schedule prioritizes multiplayer testing before the single-player campaign becomes available. This schedule allows the development team to collect feedback on netcode and game balance during the beta.

  • Engine: Unreal Engine 5
  • Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC
  • Release Date: October 6, 2026
  • Beta Dates: August 6 through August 10, 2026

Standard Edition pricing sits at 69.99 USD (around $69.99) and includes the base game along with pre-order cosmetics. The Collector’s Edition costs 299.99 USD (around $300) and offers physical collectibles for dedicated fans. This higher tier includes a 15-inch statue, metal COG tags, an art print, and a SteelBook case. Both editions provide access to the multiplayer beta when it begins in August.

Premium and Collector's Edition buyers gain a five-day head start on the campaign, with early access starting October 1, 2026. Premium and Collector's Edition owners gain early access to the campaign starting October 1, five days before the standard edition release. We looked at the last Gears of War: E-Day update, where several of the same balance and stability themes came up, as the team prepares for this major release.

The game ships on October 6, 2026, across Xbox Series X|S and PC platforms. Pre-orders are currently available for both the Standard and Collector's Editions at their respective price points. The multiplayer open beta runs from August 6 through August 10, 2026, for pre-order customers and Game Pass subscribers.

Source: NotebookCheck

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