Gears 5 players are greeted with a new in-game message teasing the upcoming Gears of War: E-Day. The game, a prequel revisiting the original Locust Horde invasion, was recently revealed at an Xbox showcase.
Nearly five years after Gears 5, this new title returns to the series' origins, focusing on Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago. The trailer highlighted a darker, more horror-focused tone, exciting longtime fans.
The "Emergence Begins" message in Gears 5 doesn't offer new details but serves as a reminder of Gears of War: E-Day's premise and the use of Unreal Engine 5 for enhanced visuals.
While initially speculated for a 2026 release, rumors suggest a potential 2025 launch. The appearance of this in-game message, though common practice for AAA titles, is earlier than typical pre-release marketing, fueling speculation about a sooner release. However, the message's classification as both an "Update" and "Announcement" could simply be a post-reveal reminder to fans.
A 2025 release would present a scheduling challenge for Xbox, given the already announced Doom: The Dark Ages, Fable, and South of Midnight. Regardless of the final release date (2025 or 2026), the return of Marcus and Dom, and the emphasis on horror, has generated significant excitement among fans.
